Georgia DOT Right-of-Way Permit Performance Bond
What it is & who requires it
Utilities and contractors performing driveway, encroachment, or utility work within a Georgia state highway right-of-way under a GDOT permit. When required, GDOT sets the bond amount for the work.
Obligee: Georgia Department of Transportation.
Bond amount
Set by the obligee — the exact amount is confirmed automatically when you start your bond in our portal, or call 317-942-0549.
How to get it
This bond issues online — get bonded through our portal, usually in a single sitting once you confirm the bond, amount, and obligee.
Term & renewal
Term: Tied to the GDOT encroachment/utility permit; held for the duration of the permitted work in the state right-of-way.
Renewal: Per permit.
Filing
Filed with the Georgia Department of Transportation for driveway, encroachment, or utility work in the state right-of-way (GDOT form DOT 7513A), and held for the duration of the permitted work. GDOT sets the amount per project and accepts a letter of escrow in its place, so it is listed and confirmed when you apply.
Source
This bond requirement is corroborated by multiple public sources; Georgia Department of Transportation sets the exact amount, which we confirm when you start your bond.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who requires the Georgia DOT Right-of-Way Permit Performance Bond?
- It’s required by Georgia Department of Transportation. Utilities and contractors performing driveway, encroachment, or utility work within a Georgia state highway right-of-way under a GDOT permit. When required, GDOT sets the bond amount for the work.
- How much is the Georgia DOT Right-of-Way Permit Performance Bond?
- Set by the obligee — the exact amount is confirmed automatically when you start your bond in our portal, or call 317-942-0549.
- How do I get the Georgia DOT Right-of-Way Permit Performance Bond?
- This bond issues online — get bonded through our portal, usually in a single sitting once you confirm the bond, amount, and obligee.
- What is the term?
- Tied to the GDOT encroachment/utility permit; held for the duration of the permitted work in the state right-of-way. Renewal: Per permit.
- Is this bond insurance for me?
- No. It protects the obligee and the public — not you. If a valid claim is paid, you repay the surety.
- How is this requirement verified?
- This bond requirement is corroborated by multiple public sources. The obligee sets the exact amount, which we confirm automatically when you start your bond in the portal or with a producer.
