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NJ A5526

Provides for permit of pool and spa service business as general contractor for pool and spa building and installation and pool and spa service contracting.


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Introduced
04/10/2025
In Committee
04/10/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill provides for the permit of a pool and spa service business as a general contractor for pool and spa building and installation and pool and spa service contracting. The bill defines "pool and spa service business" as a partnership, corporation, or any other business entity engaged in the management and coordination of all phases of pool and spa building and installation and pool and spa contracting and holds a valid business license. The bill requires that a pool and spa service business shall secure a business permit from the Pool and Spa Service Contractors and Pool and Spa Builders and Installers Advisory Committee prior to engaging in the performance of any work. The board will issue a permit to a business: (1) where at least one employee holds a valid pool and spa builder and installer license or pool and spa contractor license issued by the board; (2) that pays required application and renewal fees; and (3) that meets any additional requirements established by the board. Business permits must be renewed every three years. Under the bill, a pool and spa service business holding a valid permit is authorized to serve as a general contractor for all aspects of pool and spa building and installation and pool and spa contracting, provided that all specialized work is performed by appropriately licensed professionals where required by law. Finally, the bill establishes that subcontractors working under a pool and spa service business are not required to obtain a separate license but are required to perform work under the supervision of a permitted pool and spa service business.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a new permitting system for pool and spa service businesses, requiring them to obtain a business permit from the Pool and Spa Service Contractors and Pool and Spa Builders and Installers Advisory Committee before performing any work. To qualify for the permit, a business must have at least one employee who holds a valid pool and spa builder and installer or service contractor license, pay the required fees, and meet additional board requirements. The permit will be valid for three years and will allow the business to serve as a general contractor for pool and spa building, installation, and contracting, with the caveat that all specialized work must be performed by appropriately licensed professionals. The bill defines key terms such as a "pool and spa service business" as a partnership, corporation, or other business entity engaged in managing and coordinating pool and spa services, and introduces the concept of "subcontractors" who can work under a permitted pool and spa service business without needing to obtain a separate license. The legislation aims to provide a structured approach to regulating pool and spa service businesses, ensuring that they have qualified personnel and meet professional standards while simplifying the licensing process for related subcontractors.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee (on 04/10/2025)

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