This bond is required for contractors or property owners who need to use or work within Utah Department of Transportation property, such as placing utilities, driveways, or structures in state highway right-of-ways. It guarantees you'll follow all permit requirements, complete the work properly, and fix any damage you…
Overview
What it is.
This bond is required for contractors or property owners who need to use or work within Utah Department of Transportation property, such as placing utilities, driveways, or structures in state highway right-of-ways. It guarantees you'll follow all permit requirements, complete the work properly, and fix any damage you…
Who usually needs it
Contractors, utility companies, builders, developers, and telecommunications firms performing construction, excavation, maintenance, or installation work within the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) right-of-way must obtain this bond when applying for encroachment permits. This includes utility contractors installing/repairing infrastructure lines, t…
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.
StateUTBond amountVaries by license type or projectObligeeUtah Department of TransportationBond classPermit BondCategoryConstructionBondUtah Encroachment Single or Multiple Permits BondJurisdictionStatePlain descriptionThis bond is required for contractors or property owners who need to use or work within Utah Department of Transportation property, such as placing utilities, driveways, or structures in state highway right-of-ways. It …Who needs this bondContractors, utility companies, builders, developers, and telecommunications firms performing construction, excavation, maintenance, or installation work within the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) right-of-way …
