C-5 compliance in Santa Ana — CSLB data
Santa Ana: 8 active C-5 licenses per CSLB (September 2026). Workers' comp on file — 50%. Exempt — 38%.
1 of them are suspended (1 workers' comp / 0 bond) — a suspended license cannot legally contract.
County-wide, Orange County has 68 C-5 licenses, with 3 workers' comp and 0 bond suspensions.
Experience mix: median 9.1 years licensed, 38% new (<3 yrs), 12% veterans (20+ yrs). 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 Santa Ana are suspended?
As of September 2026, 1 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 8 active C-5 licenses based in Santa Ana.
How many new C-5 licenses were issued in Santa Ana 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.