C-43 compliance in Ventura — CSLB data
Of the 7 C-43 contractors licensed in Ventura, 57% carry workers' comp and 29% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
Right now 1 are suspended for workers' comp and 1 for a bond problem.
County-wide, Ventura County has 42 C-43 licenses, with 1 workers' comp and 2 bond suspensions.
Experience mix: median 17.7 years licensed, 14% new (<3 yrs), 29% veterans (20+ yrs).
What CSLB requires for a C-43 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-43 licenses in Ventura are suspended?
As of September 2026, 1 for workers' comp and 1 for bond issues, out of 7 active C-43 licenses based in Ventura.
Do C-43 contractors need workers' comp?
Yes with employees; from January 1, 2028 CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.