Contractor License Renewal in Massachusetts (2026)

Contractor license renewal in Massachusetts is handled by the Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS), Office of Public Safety and Inspections / Division of Occupational Licensure, which requires General Contractors to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Massachusetts Contractor renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	CSL expires every 2 years based on the licensee's date of first licensure. Renewal notices are sent 60 days before expiration; CE must be completed at least 60 days before expiration. Allow ~5 weeks for processing.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	$100.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS), Office of Public Safety and Inspections / Division of Occupational Licensure

Go to the official Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS), Office of Public Safety and Inspections / Division of Occupational Licensure renewal page →

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Continuing-education requirements for Contractors in Massachusetts

CE is required every 2 years and varies by license class: Unrestricted construction supervisor 12 hours, Restricted construction supervisor 10 hours, Specialty supervisor (masonry, roofing, insulation, etc.) 6 hours. At least 1 hour must be completed in each of the required topic areas (code review, workplace safety, business practices/workers' comp, energy, lead-safe practices). A maximum of 6 hours may be earned online; remaining hours must be in-person classroom training. Certificates submitted for a prior renewal cannot be reused. ce_hours_required is null because the required hours differ by license classification rather than a single fixed number.

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How to renew your Contractor license in Massachusetts

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS), Office of Public Safety and Inspections / Division of Occupational Licensure portal.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Massachusetts' state-level building/general contractor credential is the Construction Supervisor License (CSL), required under the state building code (780 CMR) to supervise construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, removal, or demolition of structures. The CSL is the state-level GC-equivalent license. Renewal fee $100; online renewal at madpl.mylicenseone.com. Late/grace: 1-year grace period to renew after expiration; for an additional $100 a license can be renewed up to 2 years after expiration; if expired more than 2 years, the holder must re-take the exam and apply for a new license (captured as late_fee_usd=$100). Separately, residential remodelers must also hold a Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) registration administered by the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) — a distinct credential that renews every 2 years (~$150 plus a Guaranty Fund fee) and has no CE requirement; that is a registration, not the building-contractor license. The figures here are for the CSL.

Contractor license renewal in Massachusetts: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Contractor license in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts Contractor licenses renew every 24 months. CSL expires every 2 years based on the licensee's date of first licensure. Renewal notices are sent 60 days before expiration; CE must be completed at least 60 days before expiration. Allow ~5 weeks for processing.

Can I renew my Massachusetts Contractor license online?

Yes — Massachusetts offers online renewal through the Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS), Office of Public Safety and Inspections / Division of Occupational Licensure. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Massachusetts Contractor license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $100 may apply. Contact the Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS), Office of Public Safety and Inspections / Division of Occupational Licensure promptly if your license has lapsed.

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