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Permit Bond

Highway Right of Way

A Highway Right of Way bond is required for contractors or companies who need to work on, near, or temporarily occupy land along Arkansas state highways. This bond protects the State of Arkansas by guaranteeing that the work will be completed properly and that the right of way area will be restored to its original con…

Overview

What it is.

A Highway Right of Way bond is required for contractors or companies who need to work on, near, or temporarily occupy land along Arkansas state highways. This bond protects the State of Arkansas by guaranteeing that the work will be completed properly and that the right of way area will be restored to its original con…

Who usually needs it

Contractors engaged in highway construction, maintenance, or any work that disturbs highway rights of way in Arkansas, including general contractors, subcontractors, and entities involved in activities such as road widening, bridge construction, utility installation, excavation, grading, sidewalk work, and encroachment projects, must obtain this bond as a p…

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

Permit bonds are required for specific activities, construction projects, or business operations. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger permit bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Many common permit bonds qualify for instant approval with no underwriting required. Requirements vary by j…

Typical timeframe

Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting

Application

What to do next.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateAR
Bond amountVaries by license type or project
ObligeeState of Arkansas
Bond classPermit Bond
CategoryOther
BondHighway Right of Way
Plain descriptionA Highway Right of Way bond is required for contractors or companies who need to work on, near, or temporarily occupy land along Arkansas state highways. This bond protects the State of Arkansas by guaranteeing that the…
Who needs this bondContractors engaged in highway construction, maintenance, or any work that disturbs highway rights of way in Arkansas, including general contractors, subcontractors, and entities involved in activities such as road wide…
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