What is the consequence of failing to renew an active license by the deadline?

When a contractor fails to renew an active license by the specified deadline, the license becomes inactive. Inactive status means that the contractor is no longer permitted to engage in licensed activities, which can significantly impact business operations. To reactivate the license, the contractor typically must submit a renewal application along with any applicable fees, which often includes a higher renewal fee compared to what it would have been had they renewed on time. This policy incentivizes timely renewals and underscores the importance of maintaining an active license to legally operate in the contracting field.

Other options do not accurately represent the consequences of failing to renew. The license does not remain active for another year nor is it automatically revoked. Additionally, while some jurisdictions may impose late fees, an inactive license does not allow the contractor to continue operating as if it were still active.