This bond is required for contractors or utility companies who need to dig up, disturb, or work on New Jersey state roads and surrounding areas. It guarantees they'll properly restore the road, sidewalk, or right of way back to its original condition after completing their work. If the contractor damages state propert…
Overview
What it is.
This bond is required for contractors or utility companies who need to dig up, disturb, or work on New Jersey state roads and surrounding areas. It guarantees they'll properly restore the road, sidewalk, or right of way back to its original condition after completing their work. If the contractor damages state propert…
Who usually needs it
Contractors, construction companies, public utilities, and permit applicants performing excavation, digging, trenching, or ground disturbance work in New Jersey's public rights-of-way (such as streets, highways, sidewalks, or roadways) need this bond when seeking right-of-way excavation or opening permits from local municipalities or state agencies. The bon…
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.
StateNJBond amountVaries by license type or projectObligeeState of New Jersey, Department of TransportationBond classPermit BondCategoryOtherBondRight of Way RestorationPlain descriptionThis bond is required for contractors or utility companies who need to dig up, disturb, or work on New Jersey state roads and surrounding areas. It guarantees they'll properly restore the road, sidewalk, or right of way…Who needs this bondContractors, construction companies, public utilities, and permit applicants performing excavation, digging, trenching, or ground disturbance work in New Jersey's public rights-of-way (such as streets, highways, sidewal…
