C-29 compliance in Hayward — CSLB data
There are 10 C-29 licenses with a Hayward business address (September 2026): 70% with workers' comp on file, 30% exempt.
1 of them are suspended (0 workers' comp / 1 bond) — a suspended license cannot legally contract.
Across Alameda County the count is 42, and 2 are suspended for coverage or bond lapses.
Experience mix: median 24.5 years licensed, 10% new (<3 yrs), 70% veterans (20+ yrs).
What CSLB requires for a C-29 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-29 licenses in Hayward are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 1 for bond issues, out of 10 active C-29 licenses based in Hayward.
Do C-29 masons need workers' comp?
Yes with employees; from January 1, 2028 CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.