FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE OFFICER (FRO) APPLICATION - FLORIDA

The Financially Responsible Officer (FRO) Application, administered through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), enables qualified individuals to assume financial accountability for licensed construction businesses within the state. Offered by 1 Exam Prep, this resource provides guidance for meeting the CILB requirements related to contractor licensing and compliance with Florida Statute Chapter 489. The FRO designation applies to Certified and Registered Contractors who must demonstrate financial stability through personal credit, net worth, and bonding documentation. This application process is essential for those acting as the financial guarantor for construction entities engaged in general, building, residential, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and specialty contracting. 1 Exam Prep’s materials align with DBPR submission standards and outline the step-by-step procedure for completing forms, notarization, and fee payment necessary for approval by the Construction Industry Licensing Board.

The Florida DBPR requires any contractor who does not have final approval in business matters to appoint a Financially Responsible Officer (FRO).  We will walk you through the process of appointing a Financially Responsible Officer and prepare the application giving you the best chance to get approved on the first try. 

We will:

• Educate and consult our client on licensing process and the responsibilities of the Financially Responsible Officer versus the Contractor
• Prepare and process the application
• Assemble all necessary documents
• Prepare the applicant for Board appearance, if required
• Oversee the application until its approved.