C-9 compliance in Chula Vista — CSLB data
Of the 40 C-9 contractors licensed in Chula Vista, 40% carry workers' comp and 60% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
2 of them are suspended (0 workers' comp / 2 bond) — a suspended license cannot legally contract.
County-wide, San Diego County has 360 C-9 licenses, with 1 workers' comp and 11 bond suspensions.
15% of Chula Vista's C-9 licenses are 20+ years old, 32% are newer than three years (median 5.8 years). 5 were issued in the last 12 months.
5% are LLCs, which carry extra CSLB insurance and bond rules (below).
What CSLB requires for a C-9 license
- License bond: $25,000 on file with CSLB.
- Workers' comp: required with employees; mandatory for all active licenses from January 1, 2028 (SB 1455).
- LLC licenses: $1M+ liability insurance and a $100,000 employee/worker bond.
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Frequently asked questions
How many C-9 licenses in Chula Vista are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 2 for bond issues, out of 40 active C-9 licenses based in Chula Vista.
How many new C-9 licenses were issued in Chula Vista last year?
5 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.
Do C-9 drywall contractors need workers' comp?
Yes if you have employees. Solo operators can currently file an exemption; starting January 1, 2028, CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.