C-2 compliance in Costa Mesa — CSLB data
There are 2 C-2 licenses with a Costa Mesa business address (September 2026): 50% with workers' comp on file, 50% exempt.
No active workers' comp or bond suspensions today.
County-wide, Orange County has 92 C-2 licenses, with 2 workers' comp and 0 bond suspensions.
Experience mix: median 41.3 years licensed, 0% new (<3 yrs), 50% veterans (20+ yrs).
What CSLB requires for a C-2 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-2 licenses in Costa Mesa are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 2 active C-2 licenses based in Costa Mesa.
Do C-2 contractors need workers' comp?
Yes with employees; from January 1, 2028 CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.