Missouri renewal guide
St. Louis General Contractor License
If this license is up for renewal, this page gives you the fee, the timeline, and the items that usually hold the filing up.
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What matters before you file.
Check the fee, the renewal window, and the documents or insurance records that can slow approval down.
Issuing authority
Renewal period
Every 12 months
Renewal fee
$200.00
Bond requirement
No
Insurance requirement
Yes — General Liability, Workers' Compensation
Before you renew
Get the filing straight.
- 1
Check the insurance certificates
Make sure the required policies are current and match what the board or agency expects before you file.
- 2
File with the board
File through City of St. Louis Building Division and pay the $200.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
Renew online - 3
Leave room for processing
Typical processing time is 21 days, so do not wait until the last minute.
Detailed notes
The fine print is here.
St. Louis General Contractor License
The City of St. Louis Building Division requires contractors performing construction work within city limits to obtain a local contractor license. Missouri does not have a statewide general contractor license, so licensing is handled at the city and county level.
Requirements
- - Insurance: General liability and workers' compensation insurance
- Experience: Demonstrated construction experience
- Application Fee: $200
Renewal Information
- Renewal Period: Annually
- Renewal Fee: $200
- Late Penalty: Percentage-based (5% month 1, up to 45% month 5+) within 30-day grace period
- No CE Required: St. Louis does not mandate continuing education
Scope of Work
The St. Louis contractor license authorizes general construction work within the City of St. Louis. This includes new construction, renovation, and repair of commercial and residential structures.
Missouri Licensing Structure
Missouri is one of the states without a statewide general contractor license. Licensing requirements vary by city and county, making it essential for contractors to check local requirements for each jurisdiction where they work.
*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the St. Louis Building Division.*
Official links
Check the board or agency directly.
Required documents
- Proof of Insurance
- surety_bond
- Experience Documentation
- government_issued_id
Source notes
City of St . Louis Graduated Business License (GBL) fee schedule. $200 minimum (0-2 employees). Late penalties are percentage-based (5%-45%), not flat fee. No general contractor bond confirmed. Verified March 2026.
Rules move. Check City of St. Louis Building Division again before you pay, renew, or schedule work around this requirement.
Some details could not be fully confirmed from public sources. Double-check the fee, timing, and supporting requirements with City of St. Louis Building Division.
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