C-2 compliance in Santa Barbara — CSLB data
Of the 3 C-2 contractors licensed in Santa Barbara, 33% carry workers' comp and 33% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
None are currently suspended for workers' comp or bond issues.
Santa Barbara County totals: 9 C-2 licenses; 0 suspended for workers' comp, 0 for bonds.
Median time licensed: 15.2 years. 0% are under three years old; 33% have 20+ years.
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 Santa Barbara are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 3 active C-2 licenses based in Santa Barbara.
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.