By Shauna Krause, President, Capitol Services
Tell me your story, sometimes it’s just not the whole story! Another contractor’s issue stems from an unhappy ending, and here’s one with an Olympic twist…
Q: My license was revoked for reasons that I won’t get into and since then I’ve been working for another licensed company. I’d like to get my license back, is that possible?
A: It is possible. You need to re-apply for the license and if it’s been under 5 years since the revocation you would not need to re-test. To re-instate your license, you would have to show proof that you have fully complied with the terms and conditions of the revocation. In addition, you will likely need to post a Disciplinary Bond in addition to the Contractor’s Bond. If you are applying under the same entity with the same personnel, and the entity is in good standing with the Secretary of State, you can request that the license number be re-issued.
Q: We need to get an Officer removed from our license. He left the company, not on good terms. Is there a way to remove him without him having to sign anything?
A: Yes, it looks like you have multiple Officers listed on your license. Any of the current listed Officers can sign a Disassociation notice to have him removed. Be sure to update your Statement of Information with the Secretary of State to remove him there as well.
Q: Our company delivers materials to events such as concerts, sporting events, Olympics, etc. We supply tents, temporary bleachers, sometimes HVAC. We have never had a contractor’s license but wondering if we need one based on bidding work for the future 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Can you advise?
A: The short answer is if you are just supplying the materials and not contracting for the installation/set-up, you do not need a contractor’s license. The longer answer is if you are contracting for the set-up or installation of said materials, you would most likely need to have a contractor’s license, depending on the specifics of the construction, assembly, or installation of materials, utilities, etc. Big events often require permitting, which I’m not an expert on, but it is my understanding pulling a permit requires a contractor’s license. You should call my office to further discuss the specific details.
Q: Our corporation just recently converted to a Limited Liability Company (LLC). We have completed the process of transferring our corporate contractor’s license in CA to the LLC. We now need to do the same in Arizona (AZ). Is it the same process, where you need to fill out a new application and request the license number to be transferred?
A: If you converted your corporation to an LLC with the AZ Corporation Commission, it’s a much simpler process. You can file a name change with the AZROC by simply changing the name from “Inc” to “LLC”. Contact my office if you would like further assistance with issues in AZ, NV and CA.
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