Landscaping license & requirements in California
Not legal advice. This is general information to help you plan — not legal advice. Licensing, insurance, and permit requirements change and vary by state, county, and city. Always confirm with your state licensing board and a licensed professional before you rely on it.
California-specific items
- Pesticide Applicator LicenseRequired in this state if you apply herbicides, fungicides, or pesticides commercially.
Also typical for landscaping (every state)
- General Liability Insurance — Commercial customers almost always require a current COI before awarding work.
- Commercial Auto Insurance — Personal auto policies exclude work use — commercial customers and many states require it.
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