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R4-9-101.	Definitions
R4-9-102.	Commercial Contractor License Classifications and Scopes of Work
R4-9-103.	Residential Contractor License Classifications and Scopes of Work
R4-9-104.	Dual License Contracting Classifications and Scopes of Work
R4-9-105.	Restricted License Classifications
R4-9-106.	Examinations
R4-9-107.	Repealed
R4-9-108.	Workmanship Standards
R4-9-109.	Name of Licensee or Applicant
R4-9-110.	Change of Legal Entity and Cancellation of License
R4-9-111.	Repealed
R4-9-112.	Bond Limits; Applications; Renewals; Increases and Decreases of Bond Amounts; Effective Date of Bond and Deposits
R4-9-113.	Application Process R4-9-114.	Reserved
R4-9-115.	Posting
R4-9-116.	License Renewal
R4-9-117.	Prior Record
R4-9-118.	Reserved
R4-9-119.	Reserved
R4-9-120.	Rehearing or Review of Decision
R4-9-121.	Repealed
R4-9-122.	Repealed
R4-9-123.	Repealed
R4-9-124.	Repealed
R4-9-125.	Repealed
R4-9-126.	Repealed
R4-9-127.	Repealed
R4-9-128.	Repealed
R4-9-129.	Repealed
R4-9-130.	Schedule of Fees
R4-9-131.	Assessment of Civil Penalties
A.	Appurtenances means all structures and improvements subordinate to a residence within residential property lines, excluding the residential structure itself, such as driveways, fences, patios, swimming pools, landscaping, sport courts, and gazebos.
B.	Licensee means a business entity (sole proprietor, partnership, or corporation) to which a license is issued and not the individuals comprising the ownership or management of the licensee, except for a sole proprietor. The license is held by the licensee and not the qualifying party.
C.	Small commercial construction means construction, remodeling, or repair of commercial projects for which the price of materials and labor does not exceed $250,000 in any contract or project. Provided, however, that any new structures or additions to existing structures are less than three stories. Nonstructural remodeling and repairs of existing commercial buildings exceeding this height limitation are small commercial construction if the overall cost of the contract or project does not exceed $250,000.
Former Rule I. Former Section R4-9-01 repealed, new Section R4-9-01 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Amended effective November 21, 1979 (Supp. 79-6). Amended effective April 18, 1984 (Supp. 84-2). Former Section R4-9-01 amended effective July 9, 1987, and renumbered as Section R4-9-101 (Supp. 87-3). Amended effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1).
A.	Commercial contractor license classifications. License classifications for commercial contractors are as follows:
A	General Engineering
A-3	Blasting
A-4	Drilling
A-5	Excavating, Grading and Oil Surfacing
A-7	Piers and Foundations
A-9	Swimming Pools
A-11	Steel and Aluminum Erection
A-12	Sewers, Drains and Pipe Laying
A-14	Asphalt Paving
A-15	Seal Coating
A-16	Waterworks
A-17	Electrical and Transmission Lines
A-19	Swimming Pools, Including Solar
A-21	Landscaping and Irrigation Systems
AE-	(As restricted by Registrar)
B-1	General Commercial Contractor
B-2	General Small Commercial Contractor
BE-	(As restricted by Registrar)
L-1	Acoustical Systems
L-3	Awnings, Canopies, Carports and Patio
L-4	Boilers, Steamfitting and Process Piping
L-5	(As restricted by Registrar)
L-6	Swimming Pool Service and Repair
L-7	Carpentry
L-8	Floor Covering
L-9	Concrete
L-10	Drywall
L-11	Electrical
L-12	Elevators
L-13	Carpets
L-14	Fencing
L-16	Fire Protection Systems
L-24	Ornamental Metals
L-26	Landscaping
L-27	Lightweight Partitions
L-29	Machinery (As restricted by Registrar)
L-31	Masonry
L-34	Painting and Wall Covering
L-36	Plastering
L-37	Plumbing
L-38	Signs
L-39	Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
L-40	Insulation
L-41	Septic Tanks and Systems
L-42	Roofing
L-44	Irrigation Systems
L-45	Sheet Metal
L-48	Ceramic, Plastic and Metal Tile
L-49	Commercial, Industrial Refrigeration
L-53	Water Well Drilling
L-54	Water Conditioning Equipment
L-56	Welding
L-57	Wrecking
L-58	Comfort Heating, Ventilating, Evaporative Cooling
L-60	Finish Carpentry
L-61	Carpentry, Remodeling and Repairs
L-62	Reinforcing Bar and Wire Mesh
L-63	Appliances
L-64	Wood Floor Laying and Finishing
L-65	Glazing
L-67	Low Voltage Communications Systems
L-74	Boilers, Steamfitting and Process Piping,
L-77	Plumbing Including Solar
L-78	Solar Plumbing - Liquid Systems Only
L-79	Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
B.	Commercial contracting scopes. The scope of work which may be done under the commercial contracting license classifications is as follows:
Construction in connection with fixed works, including streets, roads, power and utilities plants, dams, hydroelectric plants, sewage and waste disposal plants, bridges, tunnels, and overpasses. Also included are the scopes of work allowed by all of the other engineering classifications, A-3 through A-21.
The use of explosives and explosive devices for excavation, demolition, geological exploration, mining, or any construction related blasting. Included is any drilling, boring, or earth moving required for the placement of explosive charges, the erection of temporary shelters, barricades and associated protective devices, equipment, and enclosures.
Movement and alteration of earthen material by digging, horizontal boring, trenching, grading, or compacting the material for a cut, fill, grade, or trench. Included is the placement of shoring, the oiling of base materials, and incidental blasting and drilling.
Installation and repair of any project involving sewer access holes, the laying of pipe for storm drains, water and gas lines, irrigation, and sewers. Includes connecting sewer collector lines to building drains and the installation of septic tanks, leaching lines, dry wells, and all necessary connections, and related excavation and backfilling.
Installation of asphalt paving, and all related fine grading on streets, highways, driveways, parking lots, tennis courts, running tracks, play areas, and gas station driveways and areas, using materials and accessories common to the industry. Includes the necessary excavation and grading only for height adjustment of existing sewer access holes, storm drains, water valves, sewer cleanouts, and drain gates.
Treat, condition, prepare, and install topsoil. Plant all decorative vegetation. Excavate, trench, bore, backfill and grade as necessary for installation of landscaping and irrigation systems.
Landscaping includes installation of non-loadbearing slabs, walkways and areas using concrete, brick, stone, or gravel; wooden decks; decorative garden walls, fences and screens up to 6 feet in height; retaining walls up to 3 feet in height; and all other materials and equipment common to the industry.
Excluded are cast-in-place or tilt concrete; load bearing walls for structures; and perimeter fencing along property lines or boundaries.
Install, repair, and maintain irrigation systems to distribute water for the purpose of irrigation, dust and soil erosion control using equipment, materials, and fittings common to the industry. This includes electrical control panels and apparatus which are an integral part of the irrigation system.
Connections to potable water lines, installation of backflow prevention devices, installation of hose bibs and installation of service lines from source of supply are permitted only when they are an integral part of the irrigation system.
Installation of electric wiring and related fixtures of 110 volts or less for landscaping projects is included. All electrical work is limited to exterior use and only that work necessary to complete a landscaping project.
AE-	(AS RESTRICTED BY THE REGISTRAR)
BE-	(AS RESTRICTED BY THE REGISTRAR)
Installation, application, alteration, and repair of all types of premanufactured acoustical ceiling and wall systems.
L-3	AWNINGS, CANOPIES, CARPORT AND PATIO COVERS
Installation and repair of window awnings, door hoods, free-standing or attached canopies, carport and patio covers constructed of metal, fabric, fiberglass, and plastic.
Installation or repair of screened and paneled enclosures, not intended for use as habitable spaces, using metal panels, plastic inserts and screen doors. A minimum of 60% of wall area of an enclosure shall be constructed of screening material.
Installation or repair of fascia panels, flashing and skirting.
Installation or repair of exterior detached metal storage units. The placing of concrete footings and concrete slabs is permitted only when intended for patio covers, screened-in porches, and metal storage units when included in the same contract.
Excluded is any structural member that weighs more than 6 pounds per lineal foot.
L-5	(AS RESTRICTED BY THE REGISTRAR)
Included are linoleum, carpets, carpet backings and pads, and materials manufactured of asphalt, vinyl, vinyl asbestos, rubber, wood, ceramic, and clay.
Installation, pointing, and repair of gypsum wall board, and accessories. Taping and texturing on structures both interior and exterior.
Installation of non-bearing lightweight steel wall partitions and ceiling grid systems as supporting members for gypsum drywall, and installation and repair of movable partitions for the application of gypsum drywall panels.
Installation, service and repair of all elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators, moving walks and ramps, stage and orchestra lifts, including the fabrication, erection and installation of sheave beams, sheaves, motors, cable and wire rope, guides, cabs, counterweights, doors, including sidewalk elevator doors, automatic and manual controls, signal systems and other devices, apparatus, and related equipment.
Installation, replacement, and repair of carpeting materials and accessories, including preparation of the surface to be covered.
Installation and repair of metal, wood, and cement block fencing, including highway guard rails, cattle guards, and low voltage U.L. approved electrical fence protective devices of less than 25 volts and 100 watts, when required to properly install fencing.
Fabrication, alteration, repair, and installation of all types of non-structural bearing ornamental metal units, both interior and exterior, including metal folding gates, guard and hand rails, wrought iron fencing and gates, window shutters and grilles, room dividers and shields, and metal accessories common to the industry. Installation of ornamental or common columns for canopies, porches, and carports are also included.
Treat, condition, prepare, and install topsoil. Plant all decorative vegetation. Excavate, trench, backfill, and grade as necessary for installation of landscaping.
Installation of wood decks, non-loadbearing slabs, walkways, and areas using concrete, brick, stone, or gravel; and all other materials and equipment common to the industry.
Excluded are concrete slabs exceeding 400 square feet, concrete walkways exceeding 200 square feet, and masonry work over 18 inches in height.
Installation of electric wiring and related fixtures of 110 volts or less for landscaping projects is included. All electrical work is limited to exterior use, and only that work necessary to complete landscaping projects.
L-29	(AS RESTRICTED BY THE REGISTRAR)
Installation of brick, concrete block, adobe units, stone, marble, slate, or other units and products common to the masonry industry, including mortarless type masonry products.
Installation of grout, and caulking. Tuck pointing, sand blasting, mortar washing, parging, cleaning, and welding of reinforcing steel related to masonry construction.
Application of materials common to the painting and decorating industry for protective or decorative purposes. Includes surface preparation, caulking, sanding, and cleaning preparatory to painting.
Installation of surface coverings such as vinyls, wall papers, and cloth fabrics; decorative texturing; taping and finishing of drywall in conjunction with surface painting only.
Application and repair of gypsum plaster, cement, acoustical plaster, or a combination of such materials and aggregates that create a permanent surface coating.
Application of materials common to the plastering industry over any surface which offers either a mechanical or suction type bond, sprayed, dashed, or troweled to a surface. This scope includes surface sandblasting preparatory to plastering or stucco.
Installation of accessories and lath products manufactured to provide a key or suction type bond for the support of various type plaster coatings. Installation of lightweight metal wall partitions, including suspended lightweight metal ceiling grid systems when the contract includes plastering.
Sewer, gas, water lines, and connections from structure to the nearest point of public supply or disposal may cross public or private easements or be installed within private easements. Pipe installed across public property may not be increased in size, or make any other connection between the point of exit from private property to the point of connection at public supply or disposal. These lines shall not be installed parallel to main lines in public easements or right-of-ways.
Fabricate, install, repair, and service indoor or outdoor signs, displays, and sign devices attached to, or painted on a structure for the purpose of display, advertising or direction, including painting for background and decorative purposes; sign supports and accessories; flagpoles; electrical wiring directly connecting signs, displays, and sign devices to the first adequate power outlet accessible and adjacent to the sign, display, or sign device.
Installation, alteration, and repair of ventilation systems includes duct work, air filtering devices, water treatment devices, pneumatic or electrical controls, and control piping. Thermal and acoustical insulation, vibration isolation materials and devices, liquid fuel piping and tanks, water and gas piping from service connection to the equipment it serves. Testing and balancing of refrigerant, cooling, heating circuits, and air handling systems.
L-41	SEPTIC TANKS & SYSTEMS
Installation of electric wiring and related fixtures of 110 volts or less for irrigation projects is included. All electrical work is limited to exterior use and only that work necessary to complete an irrigation project. If necessary, a new circuit may be added to the existing service panel or sub-panel. Excluded is the installation of a new service panel or sub-panel.
The performance of welding techniques by the use of processes common to the industry, including general onsite job layout, cutting, and assembly.
All general remodeling, additions, replacements, and repairs to existing structures, and pre-manufactured items on existing structures, except electrical, plumbing, and air conditioning system work which shall be sublet to properly licensed contractors. A single contract for remodeling, repair, or a combination of both, shall not exceed $50,000.
L-67	LOW VOLTAGE COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
L-74	BOILERS, STEAMFITTING AND PROCESS PIPING, INCLUDING SOLAR
L-78	SOLAR PLUMBING LIQUID SYSTEMS ONLY
L-79	AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION INCLUDING SOLAR
Former Rule 2. Amended effective May 20, 1975, Amended effective June 13, 1975, Amended effective August 8, 1975, Amended effective August 25, 1975 (Supp. 75-1). Amended effective January 9, 1976, subsection (B) of this Section R4-9-02 renumbered as Section R4-9-03 effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Amended effective October 14, 1977 (Supp. 77-5). Amended effective September 13, 1978 (Supp. 78-5). Amended by adding A-20 effective July 10, 1980; adding A-21 effective July 11, 1980; adding C-77 and C-78 effective July 28, 1980; adding C-74 and C-79 effective August 15, 1980; adding C-75 and C-80 effective August 19, 1980 (Supp. 80-4). Amended by adding A-19 effective September 5, 1980 (Supp. 80-5). Repealed effective April 18, 1984 (Supp. 84-2). New Section R4-9-02 adopted effective July 9, 1987, and renumbered as Section R4-9-102 (Supp. 87-3). Amended effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1).
A.	Residential contracting license classifications. License classifications for residential contractors are as follows:
B-	General Residential Contractor
B-3	General Remodeling and Repair Contractor
B-4	General Residential Engineering Contractor
B-4R	Corrosion Control
B-4R	Sport Court Accessories
B-4R	Soil Stabilization
B-5	General Swimming Pool Contractor
B-5R	Swimming Pool Covers
B-5R	Fiberglassing of Swimming
B-5R	Reservoir Linings and Covers
B-5R	Factory Fabricated Pools and
B-6	General Swimming Pool Contractor,
B-10	Pre-Manufactured Spas and Hot Tubs
C-1	Acoustical Systems
C-2	Excavating, Grading and Oil Surfacing
C-3	Awnings and Canopies
C-4	Boilers, Including Solar
C-4R	Boilers
C-5	(As Restricted By The Registrar)
C-6	Swimming Pool Service and Repair
C-7	Carpentry
C-7R	Doors, Gates, Windows and
C-7R	Removable Formwork and
C-7R	Nailing and Stapling
C-8	Floor Covering
C-8R	Wood Flooring
C-8R	Carpet
C-8R	Composition Flooring
C-8R	Non-Conventional Floor Covering
C-8R	Ceramic and Clay Floor Covering
C-9	Concrete
C-9R	Gunite and Shotcrete
C-9R	Lightweight Concrete
C-9R	Fence Footings
C-9R	Pre-Cast Concrete
C-9R	Sawing, Coring, Epoxy Panels
C-9R	Terrazzo
C-10	Drywall
C-11	Electrical
C-12	Low Voltage Communication Systems
C-13	Asphalt Paving
C-13R	Asphalt Coating and Parking Appurtenances
C-14	Fencing
C-14R	Fencing Other Than Masonry
C-15	Blasting
C-16	Fire Protection
C-16R	CO2 Dry and Wet Chemical
C-17	Structural Steel and Aluminum
C-17R	Steel Floor, Sub Floor and Form
C-17R	Welding
C-17R	Ornamental Metals
C-17R	Tanks
C-17R	Recreational Equipment
C-17R	Rebar and Wire Mesh
C-18	Elevators
C-21	Landscaping and Irrigation Systems
C-21R	Landscaping
C-21R	Irrigation Systems
C-22	House Moving
C-22R	Wrecking
C-29	(As Restricted By The Registrar)
C-30	Finish Carpentry
C-30R	Kitchen and Bathroom Components
C-30R	Doors, Windows, Gates, Tub
C-30R	Cultured Marble
C-30R	Weatherstripping
C-31	Masonry
C-31R	Flagstone
C-31R	Stone Masonry
C-34	Painting and Wall Covering
C-34R	Surface Preparation and
C-34R	Wallpaper
C-36	Plastering
C-36R	Swimming Pool Plastering
C-36R	Lathing
C-37	Plumbing, Including Solar
C-37R	Plumbing
C-37R	Built-In Central Vacuum Systems
C-37R	Kitchen and Bathroom Fixture
C-37R	Swimming Pool Plumbing and
C-37R	Gas Piping
C-37R	Sewers, Drains and Pipe Laying
C-37R	Water Conditioning Equipment
C-37R	Solar Plumbing Liquid Systems
C-38	Signs
C-39	Air Conditioning and Refrigeration,
C-39R	Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
C-39R	Gas Refrigeration
C-39R	Temperature Control Systems
C-39R	Warm Air Heating, Evaporative
C-39R	Evaporative Cooling and Ventilators
C-39R	Pre-Coolers
C-40	Insulation
C-40R	Foam Insulation
C-41	Sewage Treatment Systems
C-41R	Precast Waste Treatment Systems
C-42	Roofing
C-42R	Foam and Foam Panel Roofing
C-42R	Liquid Applied Roofing
C-42R	Roofing Shingles and Shakes
C-45	Sheet Metal
C-45R	Premanufactured Fireplaces
C-48	Ceramic, Plastic and Metal Tile
C-48R	Swimming Pool Tile
C-53	Drilling
C-61	Limited Remodeling and Repair Contractor
C-62	Minor Home Improvements
C-63	Appliances
C-65	Glazing
C-65R	Skylights
C-65R	Storm Windows and Doors
C-65R	Mirrors
C-65R	Window Treatment
C-68	Mobile Home Remodeling and Repair
B.	RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTING SCOPES. The "R" designation means that the licensee's scope of work is restricted to the description stated in the license title. The scope of work which may be done under the residential contracting license classifications is as follows:
B-4	GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ENGINEERING
B-5R	Fiberglassing of Swimming Pools
B-5R	Reservoir Linings & Covers
B-5R	Factory Fabricated Pools & Accessories
Excluded is any structural member which itself weighs more than six pounds per lineal foot.
All electrical, plumbing, and air conditioning systems are excluded. C-4	BOILERS, INCLUDING SOLAR
Installation and repair of steam and hot water boilers.
If necessary, a new circuit may be added to the existing service panel or sub-panel. Excluded is the installation of a new service panel or sub-panel. This scope includes the C-4R subclassification.
C-5	LIMITED SPECIALTY (AS RESTRICTED BY
THE REGISTRAR)
Service and minor repair of residential pools and accessories, excluding plumbing connections to a potable water system, gas lines, gas chlorine systems, and electrical work beyond the first disconnect.
C-7R	Doors, Gates, Windows and Accessories
C-7R	Removable Formwork and Shoring
C-9R	Sawing, Coring, Epoxy Panels and
C-16	FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
C-16R	CO2, Dry and Wet Chemical Systems
C-17R	Steel Floor, Sub Floor and Form Systems
C-17R	Rebar, Post Tensioning and Wire
Preparation and alteration of land for horticulture and arboriculture. Installation of irrigation systems and controls. Carpentry is limited to decorative fences and screens, planter boxes, and plant tubs common to the industry. Excluded are retaining walls over 3 feet, decorative walls or fences over 6 feet, perimeter walls, fences, and load bearing slabs and walkways.
If necessary, a new circuit may be added to the existing service panel or sub-panel. Excluded is the installation of a new service panel or sub-panel. This scope includes all C-21R subclassifications.
C-29	MACHINERY (AS RESTRICTED BY THE REGISTRAR)
C-30R	Doors, Windows, Gates, Tub and
C-34R	Surface Preparation and Waterproofing
C-37R	Kitchen and Bathroom Fixture Refinishing
C-37R	Solar Plumbing Liquid Systems Only
Installation and repair of signs, excluding any electrical wiring beyond the first adequate power outlet accessible and adjacent to the sign.
C-39	AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION, INCLUDING SOLAR
Installation and repair of comfort air conditioning systems, including refrigeration, evaporative cooling, ventilating, and heating with or without solar equipment. Installation and repair of machinery, units, accessories, refrigerator rooms, and insulated refrigerator spaces, and controls in refrigerators.
If necessary, a new circuit may be added to the existing service panel or sub-panel. Excluded is the installation of a new service panel or sub-panel. This scope includes all C-39R subclassifications.
Former Rule 3. Amended effective May 20, 1975, Amended effective June 13, 1975, Amended effective August 8, 1975, Amended effective August 25, 1975 (Supp. 75-1). Amended effective January 9, 1976, subsection (B) of former Section R4-9-02 renumbered as Section R4-9-03 effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Amended effective March 11, 1976 (Supp. 76-2). Correction, Historical Note for Supp. 76-1 should read former Section R4-9-03 repealed, new Section R4-9-03 adopted effective February 23, 1975 (Supp. 76-4). Amended effective November 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-5). Amended effective October 14, 1977 (Supp. 77-5). C-4 and C-37 amended effective December 9, 1977 (Supp. 77-6). Correction, Historical Note for Supp. 76-4 should read former Section R4-9-03 repealed, new Section R4-9-03 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 78-1). Amended effective September 13, 1978 (Supp. 78-5). Amended effective April 2, 1979 (Supp. 79-2). Amended effective November 21, 1979 (Supp. 79-6). Amended effective July 10, 1980 (Supp. 80-4). Amended effective July 11, 1980 (Supp. 80-4). Amended effective July 28, 1980 (Supp. 80-4). Amending effective August 15, 1980 (Supp. 80-4). Amended effective August 19, 1980 (Supp. 80-4). Amended effective September 5, 1980 (Supp. 80-5). Amended effective April 18, 1984 (Supp. 84-2). Former Section R4-9-03 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-103 (Supp. 87-3). Amended effective September 13, 1989 (Supp. 89-3). Amended effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1). Amended to correct typographical errors (Supp. 99-4).
A.	Dual license contracting classifications. License classifications for dual contractors are as follows:
KA-	Dual Engineering
KA-5	Dual Swimming Pool Contractor
KA-6	Dual Swimming Pool Contractor Including	Solar
KE-	(As restricted by Registrar)
KB-1	Dual Building Contractor
KB-2	Dual Residential and Small Commercial
KO-	(As restricted by Registrar)
K-1	Acoustical Systems
K-2	Excavating, Grading and Oil Surfacing
K-3	Awnings, Canopies, Carport and Patio Covers
K-4	Boilers, Steamfitting and Process Piping
K-5	(As restricted by Registrar)
K-6	Swimming Pool Service and Repair
K-7	Carpentry
K-8	Floor Covering
K-9	Concrete
K-10	Drywall
K-11	Electrical
K-12	Elevators
K-13	Carpet
K-14	Fencing
K-15	Blasting
K-16	Fire Protection Systems
K-17	Steel and Aluminum Erection
K-21	Landscaping and Irrigation Systems
K-24	Ornamental Metal
K-26	Landscaping
K-29	Machinery (As restricted by Registrar)
K-31	Masonry
K-34	Painting
K-36	Plastering
K-37	Plumbing
K-38	Signs
K-39	Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating
K-40	Insulation
K-41	Septic Tanks and Systems
K-42	Roofing
K-44	Irrigation Systems
K-45	Sheet Metal
K-48	Ceramic, Plastic and Metal Tile
K-53	Water Well Drilling
K-54	Water Conditioning Equipment
K-56	Welding
K-57	Wrecking
K-58	Comfort Heating, Ventilating, Evaporative Cooling
K-60	Finish Carpentry
K-61	Carpentry, Remodeling and Repairs
K-62	Reinforcing Bar and Wire Mesh
K-63	Appliances
K-64	Wood Floor Laying and Finishing
K-65	Glazing
K-66	Seal Coating
K-67	Low Voltage Communication Systems
K-69	Asphalt Paving
K-74	Boilers, Steamfitting and Process Piping,
K-77	Plumbing including Solar
K-78	Solar Plumbing Liquid Systems Only
K-79	Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
including	Solar
K-80	Sewers, Drains and Pipe Laying
B.	Dual license contracting scopes. The scope of work which may be done under the dual license contracting classifications allow a contractor to combine commercial and residential contracting licenses in one license. These classifications are as follows:
KA-6	DUAL SWIMMING POOL CONTRACTOR INCLUDING SOLAR
K-24	ORNAMENTAL METALS
K-29	MACHINERY (AS RESTRICTED BY THE REGISTRAR)
K-39	AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION This classification allows the scope of work permitted by the commercial L-39 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration and the residential C-39R Air Conditioning and Refrigeration licenses.
K-69	ASPHALT PAVING This classification allows the scope of work permitted by the commercial A-14 Asphalt Paving and the residential C-13 Asphalt Paving licenses.
K-74	BOILERS, STEAMFITTING AND PROCESS
This classification allows the scope of work permitted by the commercial L-77 Plumbing Including Solar and the residential C-37 Plumbing Including Solar licenses.
Former Section R4-9-04 repealed, new Section R4-9-04 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Amended effective April 18, 1984 (Supp. 84-2). Amended subsection (A) effective July 9, 1987 (Supp. 87-3). Former Section R4-9-04 renumbered as Section R4-9-104 (Supp. 87-3). Former Section R4-9-104 renumbered to R4-9-105 and amended; new Section R4-9-104 adopted effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1). Amended to correct typographical errors (Supp. 99-4).
A.	A restricted license is a specialty or general license that confines the scope of allowable contracting work to a specialized area of construction which the Registrar of Contractors grants on a case-by-case basis. The restricted licenses classifications are AE, KE, KO, BE, C-5, K-5, L-5, K-29 or L-29. The Registrar assigns a restricted license classification based upon the nature and complexity of the work, the degree of unusual expertise involved and the applicability of existing classifications to the specialized area of construction.
B.	When applying for a restricted license classification an applicant, if requested, shall submit to the Registrar the following:
1.	A detailed statement of the type and scope of contracting work that the applicant proposes to perform.
2.	Any brochures, catalogs, photographs, diagrams, or other material, which the applicant has, that will further clarify the scope of the work that the applicant proposes to perform.
C.	The Registrar shall determine the classification of the restricted license and notify the applicant of the classification. The applicant must then apply for the restricted license according to the Registrar of Contractor's application process in accordance with A.R.S. § 32-1122.
D.	A contractor issued a restricted license shall confine the contractor's activities to the field and scope of operations as described in the license classification.
Former Section R4-9-05 repealed, new Section R4-9-05 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Amended effective July 9, 1987 (Supp. 87-3). Former Section R4-9-05 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-105 (Supp 87-3). Former Section R4-9-105 renumbered to R4-9-106 and amended; new Section R4-9-105 renumbered from R4-9-104 and amended effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1).
Examinations are given weekly or more often as prescribed by the Registrar. Unless otherwise exempt the applicant's qualifying party must take and pass the appropriate examination with a passing grade of at least 70% for each examination taken.
New Section R4-9-106 renumbered from R4-9-105 and amended effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1).
Former Rule 7. Former Section R4-9-07 repealed, new Section R4-9-07 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Former Section R4-9-07 repealed, new Section R4-9-07 adopted effective April 18, 1984 (Supp. 84-2). Former Section R4-9-07 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-107 (Supp 87-3). Repealed effective October 22, 1992 (Supp. 92-4).
A.	A contractor shall perform all work in a professional and workmanlike manner.
B.	A contractor shall perform all work in accordance with any applicable building codes and professional industry standards.
C.	All work performed by a contractor in a county, city, or town that has not adopted building codes or where any adopted building codes do not contain specific provisions applicable to that aspect of construction work shall be performed in accordance with professional industry standards.
Former Rule 8. Former Section R4-9-08 repealed, new Section R4-9-08 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Amended effective October 18, 1979 (Supp. 79-5). Amended subsection (C) effective April 23, 1981 (Supp. 81-2). Amended subsection (C) effective April 18, 1984 (Supp. 84-2). Former Section R4-9-08 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-108 (Supp. 87-3). Amended effective April 20, 1993 (Supp. 93-2). Amended effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1). Amended by final rulemaking at 9 A.A.R. 5028, effective January 3, 2004 (Supp. 03-4).
A.	A licensee shall do business under the name on the license issued and ensure that the same name is used on the license bond.
B.	If a corporation is doing business in the name of a division or using a trade name, the corporation shall ensure that all names are shown on any application.
C.	If applying for a license or a name change, a corporation shall submit written evidence that it is in good standing or that the new name has been filed with the Arizona Corporation Commission.
D.	The Registrar shall grant a request for name change if there is no change in the legal entity, the name is available, and the request is submitted in writing, together with the required license fee and a cash deposit or bond rider that reflects the name change.
E.	The Registrar may elect to reject an application, refuse to issue a license, or deny the name change of an existing license, based on a review of whether the proposed name is identical or so similar to that of an existing licensee or license applicant that it may cause confusion.
F.	The Registrar shall not accept an application or issue a license if it contains the name of a building trade or craft for which the contractor is not qualified.
Former Rule 9. Former Section R4-9-09 repealed, new Section R4-9-09 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Amended effective September 27, 1976 (Supp. 76-4). Amended subsections (B), (C), and (D) effective April 18, 1984 (Supp. 84-2). Former Section R4-9-09 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-109 (Supp. 87-3). Amended by final rulemaking at 10 A.A.R. 5185, effective February 5, 2005 (04-4).
A.	A licensee shall submit an application for a new license if there is any change in the legal entity. For example: a change in ownership of a sole proprietorship, a change of partner in a partnership, or the creation of a new corporate entity.
B.	A license may be cancelled upon the written request of the owner of a sole proprietorship, a partner of a partnership, or in the case of a corporation or a limited liability company any person with written evidence of authority to cancel the license.
Former Rule 10. Former Section R4-9-10 repealed, new Section R4-9-10 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Former Section R4-9-10 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-110 (Supp. 87-3). Amended by final rulemaking at 10 A.A.R. 5185, effective February 5, 2005 (04-4).
Former Rule 11. Former Section R4-9-11 repealed effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Adopted effective July 26, 1976 (Supp. 76-4). Amended effective April 18, 1979 (Supp. 84-2). Correction: Previous Historical Note should read: "Amended effective April 18, 1984"; Former Section R4-9-11 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-111 (Supp. 87-3). Repealed effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1).
A.	Bond limits. In accordance with the provisions of A.R.S. § 32-1152, license bonds are established in the following amounts, based upon the estimated annual volume of work anticipated by the contractor within the State of Arizona for the ensuing fiscal year:
5.	General Dual License Contracting. The amount of a General Dual License Contracting bond is determined under subsection (A)(3), based on the contractor's estimated volume of general residential contracting, and subsection (A)(1), based on the contractor's estimated volume of general commercial contracting. The contractor shall ensure that the bond issuer separately specifies on the bond the bond amounts applicable to general residential contracting and general commercial contracting.
6.	Specialty Dual License Contracting. The amount of a Specialty Dual license Contracting bond is determined under subsection (A)(4), based on the contractor's estimated volume of specialty residential contracting, and subsection (A)(2), based on the contractor's estimated volume of specialty commercial contracting. The contractor shall ensure that the bond issuer separately specifies on the bond the bond amounts applicable to specialty residential contracting and specialty commercial contracting.
B.	New licenses. On an application for a new license for any license category listed above, an applicant shall estimate the applicant's annual volume of work within the state of Arizona and comply with the bond requirements of this Section for the relevant category of license. The Registrar considers the filing of a bond or deposit in a specified amount to be the equivalent of submitting a volume estimate within the dollar limitations applicable for the bond amount.
C.	Renewal. To renew a license an applicant shall complete a form provided by the Registrar of Contractors. If the contractor files a new bond or continues a bond or deposit in a specified amount, the Registrar considers these actions to be the equivalent of submitting a volume estimate within the dollar limitations applicable for the bond amount. The Registrar of Contractors is not responsible for over or under estimates of volume of work made by the licensee or for the sufficiency of any bond or deposit. The Registrar considers a gross underestimate knowingly made by a licensee to be a material misrepresentation, which can subject the licensee to suspension or revocation of license.
D.	Increases and decreases of bond amounts. Based on the actual amount of the contractor's gross volume of work, a contractor may increase the bond amount at any time. A surety bond or cash deposit in lieu of a bond cannot be decreased except at the time of license renewal.
E.	Effective date of bonds and deposits. A license bond or cash deposit is not effective until the licensee files it at a Registrar of Contractors office. If a license bond is filed before the effective date indicated on the bond, the bond becomes effective on the indicated date.
Former Rule 12. Former Section R4-9-12 repealed, new Section R4-9-12 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Amended effective October 17, 1978 (Supp. 78-5). Amended subsection (C) effective August 15, 1980 (Supp. 80-4). Amended subsections (A), (B), and (C) effective July 9, 1987; former Section R4-9-12 renumbered as Section R4-9-112 (Supp. 87-3). Amended effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1). Amended by final rulemaking at 10 A.A.R. 5185, effective February 5, 2005 (04-4).
R4-9-113.	Application Process
A.	In accordance with the provisions of A.R.S. § 32-1122 an applicant for licensure shall submit a verified application on form prescribed by the Registrar of Contractors.
B.	The Registrar shall review an application for administrative completeness and mail a written notice within 40 days from the date of receipt.
1.	If no deficiencies are found in the application, the Registrar shall mail a written notice of completeness to the applicant.
2.	If deficiencies are found in the application, the Registrar shall mail a written request for additional information specifically delineating the deficiencies to the applicant. The 40-day time-frame for the Registrar to finish the review for completeness is suspended from the date the notice of deficiencies is mailed until the applicant provides the Registrar with all requested information.
C.	The applicant shall submit all of the deficient information required, or request an extension of time, within 30 days of the date of mailing of the notice of deficiencies.
1.	If the applicant requests an extension of time, that request shall be submitted in writing and be signed by a principal on the application. The request shall specify the reason for the request and why the applicant believes that the applicant will be able to submit the information within 60 days of the date of mailing the notice of deficiencies.
2.	The Registrar shall grant the request for an extension if the Registrar determines that there is a reasonable likelihood that the applicant will be able to submit all information by the end of the extension.
3.	The Registrar shall mail its decision to grant or deny an extension to the applicant within 15 days of receipt of the request. If an extension is granted, it shall not exceed 60 days from the date of the mailing of the notice of deficiencies. If an extension is denied, the notice shall contain an explanation of the reason for denial.
4.	If the applicant does not provide the Registrar with the required information within 30 days from the date of the notice of deficiencies, or 60 days from the date of the notice of deficiencies if the Agency granted the applicant an extension of time, the Agency shall return the application.
D.	The Agency shall complete a substantive review of the applicant's qualifications and grant, deny, or mail a written notice of deficiencies within 20 days after expiration of the administrative completeness review.
1.	If the Registrar finds deficiencies during the substantive review of the application, the Registrar shall mail a written request for additional information to the applicant. The applicant shall have 15 days from the date of mailing of the notice of deficiencies to provide the missing information. 2.	The 20 day time-frame for a substantive review shall be suspended from the date of mailing the request for additional information until the applicant provides the Registrar with all requested information.
3.	Within 15 days of the date of mailing of the notice of deficiencies, the applicant may mail a request for an extension of time not to exceed 30 days from the date of the mailing of the notice of deficiencies. The applicant's request must be in writing and signed by a principal on the application.
4.	If the applicant does not provide the Registrar with the required information within 15 days of the date of mailing the notice of deficiencies, or request an extension of time, the Registrar shall deny the application.
5.	The Registrar shall mail written notice to the applicant of the Registrar's decision to grant or deny an extension. If an extension is granted, it shall not exceed 30 days from the date of mailing the notice of deficiencies. If an extension is denied, such notice shall contain an explanation of the reason for denial.
6.	If the applicant does not qualify for licensure the Registrar shall deny the application and mail a written notice of the Registrar action to the applicant pursuant to A.R.S § 41-1076.
E.	For purposes of A.R.S. § 41-1072 et seq., the Registrar establishes the following time-frames for issuance of a contractors license.
1.	Administrative completeness review time-frame: 40 days
2.	Substantive review time-frame: 20 days
3.	Overall agency time-frame: 60 days (These time-frames do not include extensions granted to the applicant to respond pursuant to subsections (C)(2) and (D)(5).
F.	For the purpose of this Section, 1st-class mail sent to the address on the application shall serve as legal notice.
G.	In computing any period of time prescribed or allowed by this Section, the day of the act, event or default from which the designated period of time begins to run shall not be included. The last day of the period so computed shall be included, unless it is a Saturday, a Sunday, or a legal holiday, in which event the period runs until the end of the next day which is not a Saturday, a Sunday, or a legal holiday.
H.	Not withstanding any provisions of this Section the applicant may apply to the Registrar in writing to withdraw a license application and fees any time before issuance or denial.
Adopted effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1).
R4-9-114.	Reserved
A.	The Registrar shall not issue a license until expiration of the posting period in A.R.S. § 32-1104(C).
B.	Persons that have previously undergone the 20-day posting period may appeal to the Registrar in writing for a reduction of the 20-day posting period.
C.	If the Registrar determines that an applicant is not qualified for a license, based on information available to the Registrar before the license is issued, the Registrar shall deny or reject the license application. If the application is denied, the Registrar shall notify the applicant about the denial and the applicant may request a hearing in accordance with the provisions of A.R.S. Title 41, Chapter 6, Article 10.
Former Rule 15. Former Section R4-9-15 repealed, new Section R4-9-15 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Former Section R4-9-15 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-115 (Supp. 87-3). Amended by final rulemaking at 10 A.A.R. 5185, effective February 5, 2005 (04-4).
A.	To renew a license, a licensee shall submit the following information to the Registrar and advise the Registrar of any change in the information within 30 days of the change:
1.	If the licensee is a corporation or a limited liability company, evidence that the entity is in good standing with the Arizona Corporation Commission.
2.	The licensee's current privilege license number, issued under A.R.S. § 42-5005.
B.	A licensee shall renew each license on or before the renewal date. Failure to comply results in suspension of the license on the day following the renewal date by operation of law. The Registrar shall collect a $50.00 late fee if renewal is completed after the renewal date. Based on the severity of the violation, the Registrar may refuse to renew a license after determining that a licensee has committed or been found guilty of any act listed in A.R.S. § 32-1154(A).
C.	To renew a contracting license, a licensee shall submit an application for renewal to the Registrar, accompanied by the required renewal fee. Timely submission of an application is evidenced by the date stamped on the documents by the Registrar or the date on "postage prepaid" documents if the submission is deposited in the United States mail, postage prepaid, on or before the renewal date. Timely submission authorizes the licensee to operate as a contractor until actual issuance of the renewal license.
D.	If a license has been suspended by operation of law for failure to renew, a licensee may still renew the license within one year of its suspension by submitting an application for renewal and paying the applicable renewal fee and a $50.00 late fee. If a license has been suspended for one or more years for failure to renew, the former licensee shall submit an application for a new license.
Former Rule 16. Former Section R4-9-16 repealed, new Section R4-9-16 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Amended effective October 14, 1977 (Supp. 77-5). Amended effective October 26, 1978 (Supp. 78-5). Amended effective April 18, 1984 (Supp. 84-2). Former Section R4-9-16 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-116 (Supp. 87-3). Amended by final rulemaking at 10 A.A.R. 5185, effective February 5, 2005 (04-4).
In any disciplinary proceeding conducted by the Registrar, the licensee's entire license file including the record of prior citations and decisions may be considered by the Registrar in making a decision and order in the case.
Former Rule 17. Former Section R4-9-17 repealed, new Section R4-9-17 adopted effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). Former Section R4-9-17 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-117 (Supp. 87-3). Amended by final rulemaking at 9 A.A.R. 3182, effective August 30, 2003 (Supp. 03-3).
A.	The Registrar of Contractors shall provide an opportunity for a rehearing or review of its decisions under A.R.S. Title 41, Chapter 6, Article 10 and the rules established by the Office of Administrative Hearings.
B.	Except as provided in subsection (F), any party who is aggrieved by the decision in a contested case or appealable agency action before the Registrar of Contractors may file with the Registrar of Contractors a written motion for rehearing or review of the decision specifying the particular grounds for the rehearing or review.
C.	The Registrar of Contractors may grant a rehearing or review of a decision for any of the following causes materially affecting the moving party's rights:
1.	Irregularity in the proceedings of the Registrar of Contractors or the Administrative Law Judge, or any order or abuse of discretion that deprived the moving party of a fair hearing;
2.	Misconduct of the Registrar of Contractors, Office of Administrative Hearings, Administrative Law Judge, or prevailing party;
6.	Error in the admission or rejection of evidence or other errors of law occurring at the administrative hearing or during the progress of the proceeding; or
D.	The Registrar of Contractors may affirm or modify a decision or grant a rehearing or review to all or any of the parties on all or part of the issues for any of the reasons in subsection (C). After giving the parties notice and an opportunity to be heard, the Registrar of Contractors may grant a motion for rehearing for a reason not stated in the motion. An order modifying a decision or granting a rehearing shall specify the particular ground for the order. A rehearing shall cover only the matter specified in the order.
E.	Not later than 35 days after the date of a decision, and after giving the parties notice and an opportunity to be heard, the Registrar of Contractors may, on its own initiative, order a rehearing or review of its decision for any reason for which it might have granted relief on motion of a party.
F.	If the Registrar of Contractors makes a specific finding that the immediate effectiveness of a decision is necessary for the preservation of the public health, safety, or welfare and that a rehearing or review of the decision is impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public interest, the decision may be issued as a final decision without an opportunity for a rehearing or review. If a decision is issued as a final decision without an opportunity for review or rehearing, an application for judicial review of the decision may be made within the time limits permitted for applications for judicial review of the Registrar of Contractors' final decisions.
G.	For purposes of this Section the terms "contested case" and "party" have the same meanings as in A.R.S. § 41-1001.
H.	To the extent that the provisions of this Section are in conflict with the provisions of any statute providing for review or rehearing of a decision of the Registrar of Contractors, the statutory provisions govern.
Former Rule 20. Repealed effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). New Section R4-9-20 adopted effective June 18, 1982 (Supp. 82-3). Former Section R4-9-20 renumbered without change as Section R4-9-120 (Supp. 87-3). Amended by final rulemaking at 9 A.A.R. 1350, effective June 6, 2003 (Supp. 03-2).
Repealed effective February 23, 1976 (Supp. 76-1). New Section R4-9-21 adopted effective April 18, 1984 (Supp. 84-2). Amended effective July 9, 1987; former Section R4-9-21 renumbered as Section R4-9-121 (Supp. 87-3). Amended effective February 4, 1993 (Supp. 93-1). Repealed by final rulemaking at 9 A.A.R. 3182, effective August 30, 2003 (Supp. 03-3).
Adopted effective November 4, 1992 (Supp. 92-4). Repealed effective December 17, 1993 (Supp. 93-4).
An applicant shall submit a separate application for each classification of license. The following biennial license application fees, biennial license renewal fees and fees for other services shall be applicable in accordance with the provisions of A.R.S. § 32-1123.01 and § 32-1126:
Classification of License
Fee for Each License
Fee for Each License Renewal
1. COMMERCIAL CONTRACTING
a. General Commercial Contracting (Includes all A and B classifications)
b. Specialty Commercial Contracting (Includes all L classifications)
2. RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTING
a. General Residential Contracting (Includes all B classifications)
b. Specialty Residential Contracting (Includes all C classifications)
3. GENERAL DUAL LICENSED CONTRACTING
a. General Dual Licensed Contracting (Includes all KA, KB, KE and KO classifications)
b. General Dual Licensed Contracting if the applicant holds valid equivalent licenses for General Commercial and General Residential Contracting
c. Class KA Dual Engineering if the applicant holds a valid license in the A- General Commercial Engineering classification
d. Class KA Dual Engineering license if the applicant holds a valid license in the B-4 General Residential Engineering Contractor classification
e. Class KB-1 Dual Building Contractor if the applicant holds a valid license in the B-1 General Commercial Contractor classification
f. Class KB-1 Dual Building Contractor if the applicant holds a valid license in the B- General Residential Contractor classification
4. SPECIALTY DUAL LICENSE CONTRACTING
a. Class K
b. Class K if the applicant holds both a valid commercial and residential license in the equivalent classifications
c. Class K if the applicant holds a valid commercial license in the equivalent classification
d. Class K if the applicant holds a valid residential license in the equivalent classification
5. FEES FOR OTHER SERVICES
a. Application to change qualifying party
b. Application to change name of licensee
Adopted effective February 4, 1993 (Supp. 93-1). Amended effective January 20, 1998 (Supp. 98-1). Amended by final rulemaking at 7 A.A.R. 3160, effective July 2, 2001 (Supp. 01-3).
In assessing a civil penalty as provided for under A.R.S. § 32-1166(A), the Registrar shall give due consideration to whether the person cited or any individual acting on that person's behalf has committed one or more of the following acts in determining the gravity of the cited violation:
1.	Falsely represented to be a licensed contractor.
2.	Failed to perform any work for which money was received.
3.	Executed or used any false or misleading documents for the purpose of inducing a person to enter into a contract or to pay money for work to be performed.
4.	Made false or misleading statements for the purpose of inducing a person to enter into a contract or to pay money for work to be performed.
5.	Failed or neglected to apply funds which were received for the purpose of obtaining or paying for services, labor, materials, or equipment.
6.	Performed work that was or had the potential to become hazardous to the health, safety, or general welfare of the public.
7.	Performed work that deliberately was in violation of building codes, safety laws, labor laws, workers' compensation laws, or unemployment insurance laws.
8.	Performed work that failed to meet minimum acceptable trade or industry standards or practices or was not performed in a good and workmanlike manner.
9.	Has committed any other act which would otherwise be cause for disciplinary action if the person cited had been properly licensed pursuant to A.R.S. Title 32, Chapter 10.
10.	Has committed two or more prior violations.
11.	Performed work that has caused loss or damage to the structure, its appurtenances, or property being worked upon or has caused loss or injury to any person.
Adopted effective May 26, 1994 (Supp. 94-2).