When does a Kentucky plumbing license expire?

• A. December 31
• B. One year after issue
• C. On the anniversary of the issue date
• D. Last day of the license holder's birthday

Answer: (D)

The scheduled expiration is tied to the individual holder’s birthday. In Kentucky, a plumbing license lapses at the end of the licensee’s birthday month and day, creating a rolling 12-month period that ends on that date. This means you must complete renewal by the last day of your birthday each year.

Why this makes sense: using the birthday as the renewal cutoff gives each practitioner a personal, easy-to-remember deadline, which helps ensure licenses stay current without everyone renewing on the same calendar date. Renewal typically involves paying a fee and meeting any continuing education requirements, and practicing without renewal after the deadline isn’t allowed.

So, the last day of the license holder’s birthday is the date that determines when the license expires.