Vermont renewal guide
Asbestos Abatement Contractor Certification
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
$600.00
Bond requirement
No
Insurance requirement
Yes — General Liability
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 Vermont Department of Health and pay the $600.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
Renew online - 3
Leave room for processing
Typical processing time is 30 days, so do not wait until the last minute.
Detailed notes
The fine print is here.
Vermont Asbestos Abatement Contractor Certification
The Vermont Department of Health certifies asbestos abatement contractors under 18 V.S.A. Chapter 26. Only certified contractors may perform asbestos abatement activities in the state, and they must follow all regulations regarding the handling and disposal of asbestos-containing materials.
What This Certification Covers
Certified asbestos abatement contractors may remove, encapsulate, or otherwise abate asbestos-containing materials in buildings. Work must comply with Vermont Regulations for Asbestos Control and federal NESHAP requirements.
Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate that their workers have completed required asbestos training (contractor/supervisor initial training and current refresher training). Contractors must carry appropriate liability insurance and submit a Statement of Compliance with the application.
Fees
- Application Fee: $600 application
- Renewal Fee: $600 renewal
Notification Requirements
Contractors must notify the Commissioner 10 working days prior to beginning any asbestos abatement work and obtain the required project permit.
Renewal Process
- Renewal Period: Every year
- Renewal Fee: $600 renewal
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Performing asbestos abatement without certification violates Vermont law. The Commissioner may revoke certification, and violators face enforcement action under both state and federal regulations.
*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the Vermont Department of Health.*
Official links
Check the board or agency directly.
Required documents
- training_certificate
- Proof of Insurance
Source notes
Vermont Department of Health . Verified March 2026. https://www.healthvermont.gov/environment/asbestos-lead-requirements/contractors-other-building-professionals
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