B-2 compliance in Ventura — CSLB data
Of the 7 B-2 contractors licensed in Ventura, 43% carry workers' comp and 57% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
None are currently suspended for workers' comp or bond issues.
Ventura County totals: 45 B-2 licenses; 0 suspended for workers' comp, 1 for bonds.
0% of Ventura's B-2 licenses are 20+ years old, 57% are newer than three years (median 2.9 years).
14% 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 Ventura are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 7 active B-2 licenses based in Ventura.
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.