B-2 compliance in San Diego — CSLB data
There are 75 B-2 licenses with a San Diego business address (September 2026): 28% with workers' comp on file, 72% exempt.
Right now 0 are suspended for workers' comp and 1 for a bond problem.
San Diego County totals: 230 B-2 licenses; 0 suspended for workers' comp, 11 for bonds.
Median time licensed: 2.1 years. 71% are under three years old; 1% have 20+ years. 12 were issued in the last 12 months.
13% are LLCs, which carry extra CSLB insurance and bond rules (below).
What CSLB requires for a B-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 B-2 licenses in San Diego are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 1 for bond issues, out of 75 active B-2 licenses based in San Diego.
How many new B-2 licenses were issued in San Diego last year?
12 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.
Do B-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.