C-5 compliance in Santa Barbara — CSLB data
Of the 3 C-5 contractors licensed in Santa Barbara, 33% carry workers' comp and 67% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
Suspensions today: 0 workers' comp, 1 bond.
County-wide, Santa Barbara County has 17 C-5 licenses, with 0 workers' comp and 3 bond suspensions.
Median time licensed: 19.7 years. 0% are under three years old; 33% have 20+ years.
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 Barbara are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 1 for bond issues, out of 3 active C-5 licenses based in Santa Barbara.
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.