C-53 compliance in Salinas — CSLB data
Of the 4 C-53 contractors licensed in Salinas, 50% carry workers' comp and 50% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
No active workers' comp or bond suspensions today.
Monterey County totals: 6 C-53 licenses; 0 suspended for workers' comp, 0 for bonds.
25% of Salinas's C-53 licenses are 20+ years old, 0% are newer than three years (median 9.0 years).
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 Salinas are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 4 active C-53 licenses based in Salinas.
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.