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How to Renew Your Florida Landscape Architect License

Florida landscape architects must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Florida Board of Landscape Architecture (DBPR).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Florida Board of Landscape Architecture (DBPR) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
16 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
November 30, 2027
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Florida landscape architects holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Florida Board of Landscape Architecture (DBPR).

When to renew

Florida landscape architects licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is November 30, 2027. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (FL Landscape Architects: renew Nov 30 of odd years; 16 CE credits/biennium (61G10-18.001))

The continuing education Florida requires

Florida Board of Landscape Architecture (DBPR) requires 16 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • 1 hour Florida Building Code advanced/specialized module
  • 1 hour Florida laws and rules
  • 14 hours elective landscape-architecture subjects

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Florida sets landscape architects requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is November 30, 2027.

  2. 2

    Complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Florida Board of Landscape Architecture (DBPR) requires 16 hours every 2 years, including 1 hour Florida Building Code advanced/specialized module, 1 hour Florida laws and rules, 14 hours elective landscape-architecture subjects. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Florida landscape architects course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Florida, completions are submitted through the board’s online licensing portal. You can confirm your hours are on file in the reporting system linked below.

    Check your hours on file
  5. 5

    Renew with Florida Board of Landscape Architecture (DBPR)

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Florida Board of Landscape Architecture (DBPR)

Florida landscape architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Florida landscape architects need?
Florida landscape architects must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Florida Board of Landscape Architecture (DBPR).
What topics are required for Florida landscape architects continuing education?
Florida Board of Landscape Architecture (DBPR) requires coverage of: 1 hour Florida Building Code advanced/specialized module; 1 hour Florida laws and rules; 14 hours elective landscape-architecture subjects.
How are completed CE hours reported to Florida Board of Landscape Architecture (DBPR)?
Completed hours are reported through the board's online portal. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.
Can Florida landscape architects complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Florida requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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