Winter Haven, Florida Surety Bonds

The City of Winter Haven, Florida is not known for winter at all but it is definitely a haven for tourists. Due to this increase in foot traffic, new construction projects have been popping up throughout the area.

Before construction work upon a building or public right-of-way area may begin, a permit and surety bond is likely required of the licensee or permittee. Further details on which bond may apply to your permit project may be found below.

APPLY FOR YOUR BOND

Jet provides the $10,000 Building Contractor Bond for the guaranteed price of $100 for a one-year bond term. Simply select the “Apply for Your Bond” button above to get started with your purchase!

As for the Building Demolition Bond, the bond amount must be equal to the cost of the demolition or removal of the structure. 

With the Communications Services Provider Right-of-Way Bond, it gets a little complicated when it comes to the bond limit. Typically, the bond amount is determined by the City and must be equal to 110% of the estimated costs to restore the right-of-way area. However, if the communications services provider is applying for a consolidated permit, then the bond limit must be equal to the total costs of the restoration work to be done for the year or a minimum $10,000 amount, whichever is greater. And, if the communications services provider is simply installing or replacing a utility pole or small wireless facility within a right-of-way area, the bond amount should be $25,000.

Now for prices. At Jet, the cost of a surety bond is a small percentage of the bond limit and is based on a soft credit check of the applicant. Bond limits up to $25,000 will be given a rate at the end of the application. Larger limits may require an underwriter’s review of financials—Jet will reach out if this is the case.

Examples of various bond limits and Jet’s available rates can be found in the price chart below.

Bond LimitCost
$10,000$100
$25,000$125
$50,000$250
$100,000$500
Winter Haven Surety Bond Pricing

Once purchased, the signed sealed and original bond form, along with any other required permit paperwork, must be submitted to the appropriate government department at the following mailing address:

City of Winter Haven
90 Third Street NW
Winter Haven, FL 33881

Winter Haven Surety Bond Details

Building Contractor Bond
To be issued various types of building construction permits, a Building Contractor Bond must first be filed with the City’s Building Division. The bond ensures that permit regulations and construction standards are upheld by the contractor. If a violation occurs, the contractor will have 30 days to resolve the issue. Failure to do so may result in licensure penalties and/or a bond claim. Funds from the bond will act as a means of restitution to the City or any consumer that has been financially damaged by the contractor’s actions. 

Building Demolition Bond
Demolition contractors must file this bond and an approved permit with the local Fire Department before the demolition or removal of a structure may occur. The work is to be completed within 45 days from the permit issuance date and all permit obligations must be fulfilled. If a violation is committed by the contractor, the City may file a claim on the surety bond. 

Communications Services Provider Right-of-Way Bond
Prior to the issuance of a permit to perform construction or maintenance work of a communications facility within a public right-of-way area, the communications services provider must file a bond with the local Engineering Services Division. Once the permit project has been executed, the communications services provider is responsible for restoring the right-of-way area to its original or a better condition. Failure to comply with permit terms and conditions may result in a bond claim by the City. 

Further details regarding local rules and regulations can be found in the Winter Haven, FL Municode.

Renewal, Cancellation, and Bond Claim Information

A renewal notice is sent to you by Jet prior to your bond term expiration date. If you are in need of a bond renewal, simply fulfill the standard payment due and you’ll be all set for another term.

If you need to cancel your bond early, email us at [email protected]. Once received, a Jet team member will contact the City of Winter Haven to request termination of the bond. Jet will follow the cancellation stipulations mandated by the department overseeing your bond.
In case you have any questions or concerns, give us a call at 855-296-2663 and our team will help you out right away.

Bond Claim Process

Read here to discover what happens after a bond claim is officially filed.

Winter Haven, Florida Surety 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).

Required Effect Date of Bond Policy:

Contact Information:

Employee Dishonesty Bond Application:

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:

Contract Bond Application:

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Business Information:

Owner Information:

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).

Required Effect Date of Bond Policy:

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: