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Subdivision Bond

Seattle Public Place Improvement Surety Bond

Clearing and Earthwork Contractor - Bond runs to Municipality

Overview

What it is.

Clearing and Earthwork Contractor - Bond runs to Municipality

Who usually needs it

Contractors and construction companies undertaking public infrastructure or street improvement projects within the City of Seattle need this bond when entering a contract with the City for developing or improving public spaces such as streets, sidewalks, parks, public utilities, or right-of-way areas. It is required for projects requiring a Street Improveme…

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

Subdivision bonds guarantee completion of public improvements (streets, utilities, sidewalks) in new developments. Typical Pricing:. • Small projects: Commonly around 1–5% of the improvement cost. • Larger projects: Rates generally scale lower as project size increases. • Bond amount: Based on estimated cost of public improvements. • Contract underwriting required: Financial review and project assessment. Subdivision bonds are required by municipalities before recor…

Typical timeframe

Contract underwriting — typically 3–5 business days

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.

StateWA
Bond amountVaries by license type or project
ObligeeCity of Seattle, Washington
Bond classSubdivision Bond
CategoryOther
BondSeattle Public Place Improvement Surety Bond
Plain descriptionClearing and Earthwork Contractor - Bond runs to Municipality
Who needs this bondContractors and construction companies undertaking public infrastructure or street improvement projects within the City of Seattle need this bond when entering a contract with the City for developing or improving public…
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