A California C-27 Landscaping Contractor license allows individuals and businesses to construct, install, and maintain landscape systems and features for residential, commercial, industrial, and public properties. This includes grading, planting, irrigation systems, drainage, hardscape features, and related site improvements performed in compliance with California regulations, local ordinances, and applicable safety standards.
CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS
Title 16. Professional and Vocational Regulations
Division 8. Contractors’ State License Board
Article 3. Classification
Section 832.27 — Class C-27 — Landscaping Contractor
A landscape contractor constructs, maintains, repairs, installs, or subcontracts the development of landscape systems and facilities for public and private gardens and other areas which are designed to aesthetically, architecturally, horticulturally, or functionally improve the grounds within or surrounding a structure or a tract or plot of land. In connection therewith, a landscape contractor prepares and grades plots and areas of land for the installation of any architectural, horticultural and decorative treatment or arrangement.
Authority cited: Sections 7008 and 7059, Business and Professions Code
Reference: Sections 7058 and 7059, Business and Professions Code
Obtaining a California C-27 Landscaping Contractor license is a multi-step process regulated by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB). Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, submit an application, pass state exams, and complete final licensing requirements before legally operating as a landscaping contractor.
1. Determine Eligibility Requirements
Before applying, you must meet the CSLB’s basic eligibility requirements:
*A qualifying college degree may substitute for up to 3 years of the required experience.
2. Submit an Application
Submit a completed application to the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB). Applications must be filled out accurately, include the required landscaping work experience information, and be accompanied by the $450 application fee for new applications.
3. Pass the Required Examinations
After your application is approved, you will receive instructions from the CSLB to schedule your exams with PSI Exams, the testing provider for California contractor licensing. Applicants must pass two exams:
4. Complete Final Requirements
Before your license can be issued, you must complete the remaining CSLB requirements. These typically include Live Scan fingerprinting, filing a contractor license bond, obtaining workers’ compensation insurance if you have employees, completing the asbestos open-book exam, and paying the initial license fee.
5. License Issuance
Once all requirements are met, the CSLB will issue your California C-27 Landscaping Contractor license. You will receive your official license number and wall certificate.
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To become a licensed landscaping contractor in California, you must complete the CSLB licensing process and pass the required state exams. This includes meeting the minimum experience requirements, submitting an application to the Contractors State License Board, and earning passing scores on both the C-27 Landscaping Trade Exam and the Law and Business Exam.
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