C-29 compliance in San Francisco — CSLB data
Of the 14 C-29 contractors licensed in San Francisco, 71% carry workers' comp and 21% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
No active workers' comp or bond suspensions today.
County-wide, San Francisco County has 14 C-29 licenses, with 0 workers' comp and 0 bond suspensions.
Median time licensed: 33.0 years. 14% are under three years old; 64% have 20+ years.
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 San Francisco are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 14 active C-29 licenses based in San Francisco.
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.