You can either get your company Qualified or I can serve as your General Contractor on Record for specific projects.
Both are legal, but very different. Let me explain.
Two Legal Options to Build in Florida
Choose What Works Best for You
1. Be Qualified
✔ Operate under a GC license
✔ You pull permits.
⚠️ But GC legally responsible
⚠️ Per Florida Statute 489.119, GC must be a W-2 employee, or a Partner, or have supervisory control over all your jobs
🚫 Risk of penalties if you act without coordination
2. Work With Me as your GC on Record
✔ I pull permits for your projects
✔ You run the job, I stay involved for compliance
✔ Faster setup, lower legal risk
✅ 100% DBPR-compliant
What DBPR Watches Closely
It’s not just about holding a license — it’s how it’s used.
📌 If a GC qualifies for your business:
❌ And is not involved, DBPR considers it a license rental
➡️ Fines, license suspension… even criminal charges
Frequently Asks Questions
❓What does it mean to “be qualified” under your license?
🧾 It means your business operates legally under a GC license.
⚠️ But GC legally responsible for any permits or jobs you pull.
✅ Florida law requires GC in your W-2, Partner, or in full control.
❓What’s the risk of being “qualified” without involvement?
🚫 DBPR calls that license rental — and it’s illegal.
💸 Fines, license suspension… even criminal penalties.
📋 That’s why GC requires weekly updates, reports, and full visibility.
❓What’s a General Contractor on Record (GCOR)?
🛠️ I pull permits for your specific project.
👷♂️ You manage the build, but I stay in the loop.
✅ It’s fully legal, fast, and DBPR-compliant.
❓Which option is better for me?
If you want to run your business independently, the option is GC on Record.
If you want me as your partner, W2, or supervisor, the option is Qualify. However, I must Do Due Diligence on your business, and DBPR has the final word.
🎥 So, what's the difference between being Qualified and having a GC on Record?
Watch the Video.
FAQ
❓What does it mean to “be qualified” under your license?
🧾 It means your business operates legally under my GC license.
⚠️ But I’m legally responsible for any permits or jobs you pull.
✅ Florida law requires I’m your W-2, Partner, or in full control.
❓What’s the risk of being “qualified” without involvement?
🚫 DBPR calls that license rental — and it’s illegal.
💸 Fines, license suspension… even criminal penalties.
📋 That’s why we require weekly updates, reports, and full visibility.
❓What’s a General Contractor on Record (GCOR)?
🛠️ I pull permits for your specific project.
👷♂️ You manage the build, but I stay in the loop.
✅ It’s fully legal, fast, and DBPR-compliant.
❓Which option is better for me?
If you want to run your business independently, the option is GC on Record.
If you want me as your partner, W2, or supervisor, the option is Qualify. However, I must Do Due Diligence on your business, and DBPR has the final word.
About Me
Experienced. Licensed. Professional.
Florida-certified general Contractor (CGC # 1536998) with over 30 years of experience in residential and commercial construction.
I help serious contractors, developers, and investors operate legally, avoid DBPR delays, and get permits approved faster, project by project.
This is not a license rental. It’s a professional, legal partnership to help your business grow properly.
Learn more about me, visit: RobertoLaRocca.com
THE PROBLEM
❗ Why "Getting Qualified" Can Be Risky
Most contractors think that having someone qualify their business is a quick way to start building, but it’s not that simple.
Florida law says that if you’re qualified under someone else’s license, that person must be fully involved in your company as a W-2 employee, legal partner, or supervising officer.
Without that, the DBPR considers it license rental, which is illegal and can lead to license suspension or even criminal charges.
✅ That’s why I offer GC on Record — a legal, compliant way to pull permits and start working immediately.
THE SOLUTION - GC on Record
Stop waiting on DBPR approvals.
With a General Contractor on Record service, you can start your projects legally and immediately, without delays or risks.
You get full permit access, a licensed Florida CGC backing your project, and a professional image that gives confidence to cities, clients, and lenders.
This is not a license rental—it is an innovative partnership to help your business grow faster, safer, and legally.
Flexible Plans to Fit Your Business
Monthly GC on Record
- For active builders with multiple jobs
- Up to 5 simultaneous permits
Per-Project GC on Record
- For one-time builds or special cases
- Flat fee or % of construction value
Small Permit-Only Jobs
For driveway, fence, windows, pavers, etc.
Licensed in Florida
- Florida Certified General Contractor
- CGC 1536998
-Serving: Palm Beach, Miami, Orlando, Tampa
Why Partner with Us?
GC on Record: Faster, Safer, and More Professional Than Qualifying a Company