C33 - C-33 California Painting Contractor License California Painting Contractor Business Organization 1

Question 1

When a C-33 painting contractor changes their business structure from a sole proprietorship to a corporation, what must they do regarding their CSLB license?

Accepted Answer

Apply for a brand-new license in the corporation's name

Answer

A corporation is a separate legal entity from an individual. CSLB licenses are issued to a specific legal entity, so changing entity type requires applying for an entirely new license in the corporation's name — the sole proprietorship license cannot simply be transferred.

Question 2

Under CSLB rules, if the qualifying individual (RME or RMO) disassociates from a C-33 licensed company, how many days does the licensee have to replace the qualifier before the license is automatically suspended?

Accepted Answer

90 days

Answer

Per Business and Professions Code Section 7068.2, when a qualifier disassociates from a license, the licensee has 90 days to replace them with a new qualifying individual. Failure to do so within 90 days results in automatic license suspension.

Question 3

A C-33 painting contractor operating as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) must carry what additional insurance that a sole proprietor licensee is NOT required to maintain?

Accepted Answer

At least $1,000,000 per-occurrence general liability insurance

Answer

CSLB requires LLC licensees to maintain a minimum of $1,000,000 per-occurrence general liability insurance as a condition of licensure. This requirement is specific to the LLC business structure and does not apply to sole proprietors or general partnerships.

Question 4

What is the contractor's license bond amount currently required by CSLB for a C-33 painting contractor?

Accepted Answer

$25,000

Answer

As of January 1, 2023, CSLB increased the required contractor's license bond to $25,000. This bond protects consumers if the contractor fails to perform work or violates the Contractors State License Law.

Question 5

A C-33 contractor operating under a fictitious business name (DBA) in California must:

Accepted Answer

File the fictitious business name with the county clerk AND notify CSLB of the name

Answer

California law requires contractors using a fictitious business name to file it with the county clerk where their principal place of business is located AND to inform CSLB of the DBA so it is associated with their license record. Failing to do both can expose the contractor to disciplinary action.

C33 - C-33 California Painting Contractor License Practice Test

C33 - C-33 California Painting Contractor License Practice Test

C33 - C-33 California Painting Contractor License California Painting Contractor Business Organization 1