This bond is required for anyone who needs to temporarily use or block public streets or sidewalks in Burlington, Vermont - such as contractors doing construction work, utility companies making repairs, or businesses holding outdoor events. The $5,000 bond protects the city and its residents by ensuring you'll properl…
Overview
What it is.
This bond is required for anyone who needs to temporarily use or block public streets or sidewalks in Burlington, Vermont - such as contractors doing construction work, utility companies making repairs, or businesses holding outdoor events. The $5,000 bond protects the city and its residents by ensuring you'll properl…
Who usually needs it
Contractors, developers, excavators, utility companies, and other individuals or firms performing excavation, construction, or work that disturbs public streets or rights-of-way in Vermont towns or cities must obtain this bond when applying for a street opening or right-of-way permit. The bond guarantees that work will be completed per permit terms, the ROW…
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.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
You are on the exact bond page. The next step is to start the quick application.
StateVTBond amount$5,000ObligeeCity of Burlington, VermontBond classPermit BondCategoryOtherBondOpen Streets or Right of Way PermitPlain descriptionThis bond is required for anyone who needs to temporarily use or block public streets or sidewalks in Burlington, Vermont - such as contractors doing construction work, utility companies making repairs, or businesses ho…Who needs this bondContractors, developers, excavators, utility companies, and other individuals or firms performing excavation, construction, or work that disturbs public streets or rights-of-way in Vermont towns or cities must obtain th…
