C-33 Painting Licenses in San Francisco: Bond, Workers' Comp & Compliance

C-33 compliance in San Francisco — CSLB data

CSLB's license file (September 2026) lists 309 active C-33 licenses based in San Francisco. 52% show a workers' comp policy and 46% are filed exempt.

Suspensions today: 4 workers' comp, 12 bond.

County-wide, San Francisco County has 309 C-33 licenses, with 4 workers' comp and 12 bond suspensions.

Median time licensed: 18.5 years. 15% are under three years old; 46% have 20+ years. 12 were issued in the last 12 months.

4% are LLCs, which carry extra CSLB insurance and bond rules (below).

What CSLB requires for a C-33 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-33 licenses in San Francisco are suspended?

As of September 2026, 4 for workers' comp and 12 for bond issues, out of 309 active C-33 licenses based in San Francisco.

How many new C-33 licenses were issued in San Francisco last year?

12 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.

Do C-33 painters need workers' comp if I work alone?

Not today — a solo painter can file an exemption with CSLB. Beginning January 1, 2028 (SB 1455), CSLB will require workers' comp for all active licenses, except joint ventures.

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