C-5 compliance in Escondido — CSLB data
Of the 18 C-5 contractors licensed in Escondido, 72% carry workers' comp and 22% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
No active workers' comp or bond suspensions today.
San Diego County totals: 100 C-5 licenses; 1 suspended for workers' comp, 1 for bonds.
22% of Escondido's C-5 licenses are 20+ years old, 17% are newer than three years (median 9.1 years). 2 were issued in the last 12 months.
What CSLB requires for a C-5 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-5 licenses in Escondido are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 18 active C-5 licenses based in Escondido.
How many new C-5 licenses were issued in Escondido last year?
2 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.
Do C-5 framers need workers' comp?
Yes if you have employees. Solo framers can currently file an exemption; from January 1, 2028, CSLB will require workers' comp for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.