CC Licensing Requirements and Eligibility 3

Question 1

What happens to a contractor certificate if the qualifying individual leaves the company?

Accepted Answer

The license may be suspended until a new qualifier is approved

Answer

If the designated qualifier leaves, the license is typically placed on inactive or suspended status until a new qualifier is approved by the licensing board.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT typically a requirement for obtaining a contractor certificate?

Accepted Answer

Owning real estate property

Answer

Owning property is not a standard prerequisite; the board cares about trade competency, background, and proper documentation.

Question 3

A contractor who performs work without a required license may face which consequence?

Accepted Answer

Fines, stop-work orders, and inability to file a mechanics lien

Answer

Unlicensed contracting can result in civil fines, criminal charges, stop-work orders, and the loss of lien rights to collect payment.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a 'provisional' or 'temporary' contractor license?

Accepted Answer

To allow a contractor to work while the full application is being processed

Answer

A provisional license is a short-term authorization issued while the board reviews and processes the full license application.

Question 5

How is a sole proprietor contractor license typically different from a corporation contractor license?

Accepted Answer

A sole proprietor license is tied to the individual; a corporate license is tied to the business entity

Answer

A sole proprietor license is personal and non-transferable, while a corporate license allows the business entity to hold the credential independently of individual ownership changes.

CC - Contractor Certificate Practice Test

CC - Contractor Certificate Practice Test

CC Licensing Requirements and Eligibility 3