Contractor Licensing Requirements Flashcards
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What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a contractor's license from the CSLB in California?
Answer: 18 years old
Applicants must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a CSLB contractor's license.
How many years of journey-level experience are generally required to qualify for a CSLB contractor's license?
Answer: 4 years
CSLB requires applicants to demonstrate at least 4 years of journey-level experience in the trade within the past 10 years.
What bond amount is required for a California Contractor's License Bond as of current CSLB requirements?
Answer: $15,000
California requires a Contractor's License Bond of $15,000, which is filed with the CSLB as part of the licensing requirements.
Which of the following license classifications covers general building construction in California?
Answer: Class B - General Building Contractor
Class B - General Building Contractor covers construction of structures primarily designed for human occupancy and use.
What type of California contractor license is required to construct highways, roads, bridges, and other engineering works?
Answer: Class A - General Engineering Contractor
Class A - General Engineering Contractor is required for projects involving fixed works requiring specialized engineering knowledge.
Under what circumstance can a CSLB license application be denied based on an applicant's criminal history?
Answer: Conviction of a crime substantially related to the duties of a contractor
CSLB may deny a license only when a conviction is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a licensed contractor.