C-54 compliance in Santa Barbara — CSLB data
Santa Barbara: 38 active C-54 licenses per CSLB (September 2026). Workers' comp on file — 58%. Exempt — 34%.
Right now 3 are suspended for workers' comp and 2 for a bond problem.
Across Santa Barbara County the count is 103, and 12 are suspended for coverage or bond lapses.
55% of Santa Barbara's C-54 licenses are 20+ years old, 18% are newer than three years (median 21.8 years). 2 were issued in the last 12 months.
3% are LLCs, which carry extra CSLB insurance and bond rules (below).
What CSLB requires for a C-54 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-54 licenses in Santa Barbara are suspended?
As of September 2026, 3 for workers' comp and 2 for bond issues, out of 38 active C-54 licenses based in Santa Barbara.
How many new C-54 licenses were issued in Santa Barbara last year?
2 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.
Do C-54 tile contractors need workers' comp?
Yes with employees; from January 1, 2028 CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.