B-2 compliance in San Mateo — CSLB data
CSLB's license file (September 2026) lists 5 active B-2 licenses based in San Mateo. 20% show a workers' comp policy and 80% are filed exempt.
None are currently suspended for workers' comp or bond issues.
County-wide, San Mateo County has 22 B-2 licenses, with 0 workers' comp and 1 bond suspensions.
20% of San Mateo's B-2 licenses are 20+ years old, 40% are newer than three years (median 3.8 years). 1 were issued in the last 12 months.
60% 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 Mateo are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 5 active B-2 licenses based in San Mateo.
How many new B-2 licenses were issued in San Mateo last year?
1 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.