NASCLA Contractor's State Licensing Information Directory

The purpose of this publication is to identify the state agencies involved in the regulation of construction work and to summarize the qualifications, licensing, examinations and financial responsibility policies of each state.

Additionally, the various types of state licenses issued and the states involved in reciprocity agreements are listed as an aid to users of this directory. The information contained in this publication is a result of surveys of the agencies and reviews of statutes, rules, applications and other documents submitted by the state agencies to the NASCLA Staff.

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NASCLA Model Legislation for Residential Construction Licensing

The Mission of NASCLA's Model Legislation Committee is to develop and publish model legislation, accessible in whole or in part, for the creation and operation of agencies or boards throughout the several states whose purpose is the regulation of residential and commercial construction, and, by offering language addressing multiple options for each area of the legislation, to enable the states to draft legislation specific to their needs.

NASCLA completed the NASCLA Model Legislation for Residential Construction Licensing in March 2009. The Model Legislation Committee is currently drafting the NASCLA Model Legislation for Commercial Construction Licensing which will be completed by September 2010.

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NASCLA Residential Construction Standards

The purpose of this publication is to provide state and local regulatory authorities with acceptable workmanship standards for residential construction. The NASCLA Residential Construction Standards provide guidelines for regulatory authorities that should be applied only within the scope of the particular project being preformed, and are not intended to answer all questions pertaining to workmanship of construction or applicable codes. NASCLA completed the NASCLA Residential Construction Standards in March 2009.

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NASCLA Consumer Information and Brochures

The National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA) has been working diligently with Committees to create consumer awareness literature and state agency resources. The consumer brochures are available to our trade associations and state agencies as resources for local tradeshows, showcase at your office, etc.

View NASCLA's Top 10 Tips when Hiring a Licensed Contractor Brochure

View NASCLA's Consumer's Guide to Home Improvement Contracts Brochure

View NASCLA's Protect Yourself After a Disaster | Don't Get Scammed! Brochure

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NASCLA Contractor Recovery Funds Publication

This publication is created annually to provide NASCLA Members with an overview of the Recovery Funds that are operating in states around the country today. The information in this publication is compiled from extensive research and assistance from NASCLA State Member on statutes, laws and regulations of states with Recovery Funds.