A Right of Way bond is required for anyone who needs to work in or temporarily use public streets, sidewalks, or other city-owned spaces in Atlanta, Georgia. This includes contractors doing construction, utility work, or installing infrastructure that affects public areas. The bond protects the city and its residents …
Overview
What it is.
A Right of Way bond is required for anyone who needs to work in or temporarily use public streets, sidewalks, or other city-owned spaces in Atlanta, Georgia. This includes contractors doing construction, utility work, or installing infrastructure that affects public areas. The bond protects the city and its residents …
Who usually needs it
Contractors, construction companies, or entities performing work such as excavation, construction, or maintenance in or near Georgia's public rights-of-way, particularly state highways, must obtain this bond alongside a permit application to ensure compliance with permit stipulations, proper work performance, and restoration of the right-of-way to its pre-w…
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.
StateGABond amountVaries by license type or projectObligeeCity of Atlanta, GABond classPermit BondCategoryOtherBondRight of WayPlain descriptionA Right of Way bond is required for anyone who needs to work in or temporarily use public streets, sidewalks, or other city-owned spaces in Atlanta, Georgia. This includes contractors doing construction, utility work, o…Who needs this bondContractors, construction companies, or entities performing work such as excavation, construction, or maintenance in or near Georgia's public rights-of-way, particularly state highways, must obtain this bond alongside a…
