Jacksonville, Florida Contractor Bonds

In the City of Jacksonville, Florida, contractors may be required by the local government to obtain a surety bond to be eligible for various permits.

A $5,000 Sign Permit Bond is needed before a permit to erect, place, construct or repair a sign over eight feet tall may be granted by the Building Inspection Division.

A Right-of-Way Bond must be filed with the Development Services Division as a prerequisite to being issued a permit for construction upon a public road, right-of-way, or easement. 

SECURE YOUR BOND

At Jet, Jacksonville contractors may purchase the $5,000 Sign Permit Bond for the guaranteed price of $100 for a one-year bond term. Simply select the “Secure Your Bond” button above to begin the checkout process!

Bond TermCost
1 Year$100
Jacksonville Sign Permit Bond Price

As for the Right-of-Way Permit Bond, a standard $5,000 limit is typically required by the Division. However, if the construction to be completed is 1,000 linear feet or greater in scope or if it is part of an off-site improvement associated with an approved development, the bond limit must be equal to 100% of the estimated total cost of the permit project. 

Contractors may purchase up to a Right-of-Way Permit Bond at the promised price of $100 for a one-year bond term for bond limits up to $10,000. If a higher bond amount is required (over $25k), rates are based on a soft credit check of the applicant. For additional bond limits and Jet’s available rates, take a look at the price chart below. 

Bond LimitCost
Up to $10,000$100
$25,000$125*
$50,000$250*
$80,000$400*
Jacksonville Right-of-Way Bond Prices

*rates subject to credit approval

The Jet team can file your bond form for you, or this step may be taken care of by yourself. Either option may be selected at checkout. The Sign Permit Bond amust be signed, sealed, and filed with the appropriate government entity at the following mailing address:

City of Jacksonville
214 N. Hogan Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202

The Right-of-Way Permit Bond can be submitted via email at the following email address: [email protected]. A physical copy can be filed at the address above if preferred.

Further details for either permit may be found on the Building Development Division webpage or the Development Services Division webpage. 

Holders of a sign permit are expected to follow all regulations pursuant to Chapter 326 of the Jacksonville Municode. Should a permit violation occur or if damages are caused to city/private property and remain unresolved by the contractor, a claim may be pursued against the Sign Permit Bond. Funds from the bond will act as a means of restitution to any harmed claimant. 

The Sign Permit Bond expires on 9/30 each year, but it may be cancelled early upon request. To begin cancellation, send a request to [email protected] and Jet will help you get it done. 

As for the Right-of-Way Permit Bond, the contractor is responsible for upholding permit obligations and following the rules stated in Chapter 744 of the Jacksonville, FL Municode previously mentioned. The bond financially guarantees that compensation is available should any party suffer financial losses due to the contractor committing a violation or causing property damage. 

For more information on what could cause a claim on a Right-of-Way Permit Bond, as well as further details regarding Jet’s renewal and cancellation process, select any of the applicable buttons below.

How to Renew My Bond

For Right-of-Way Bonds, see Jet’s process to renew your bond.

How to Cancel My Bond

See the details surrounding how to cancel your ROW Bond.

Bond Claim Process

Read about Right-of-Way Bond claim causes and processes.

Jacksonville, Florida Contractor Bond

Notary Bond Application:

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Business Information:

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

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Coverage Requirements:

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

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Contract Bond Application:

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Job Details:

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

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Contact Information:

Worker's Compensation Application:

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Business Information:

Business Description:

Coverage Requirements

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

Required Effect Date of Bond Policy:

Contact Information: