C-53 compliance in Irvine — CSLB data
There are 18 C-53 licenses with a Irvine business address (September 2026): 50% with workers' comp on file, 50% exempt.
Right now 0 are suspended for workers' comp and 1 for a bond problem.
Across Orange County the count is 328, and 13 are suspended for coverage or bond lapses.
17% of Irvine's C-53 licenses are 20+ years old, 6% are newer than three years (median 8.5 years).
6% are LLCs, which carry extra CSLB insurance and bond rules (below).
What CSLB requires for a C-53 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-53 licenses in Irvine are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 1 for bond issues, out of 18 active C-53 licenses based in Irvine.
Do C-53 contractors need workers' comp?
Yes with employees; from January 1, 2028 CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.