Arlington Street Opening Bond
What it is & who requires it
Any contractor opening or excavating an Arlington public or private way must post the bond required by the Board of Public Works.
Obligee: Town of Arlington (Board of Public Works). Citation: By-Laws of the Town of Arlington, Title III (Public and Private Ways) — bond at the Board of Public Works' discretion.
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 is individually underwritten, so it is not issued instantly. Request a quote and a licensed producer follows up to walk you through it.
Request a bond quote
Tell us about the bond and the project. A licensed producer follows up — these bonds are individually underwritten, so they are not issued instantly.
Term & renewal
Term: Per permit.
Renewal: Per permit.
Filing
Filed with the Town of Arlington (Board of Public Works) to open or excavate a public or private way. The Board sets the amount at its discretion, so the bond is listed and confirmed when you apply. Required under the By-Laws of the Town of Arlington, Title III (Public and Private Ways).
Source
Verified against the obligee source.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who requires the Arlington Street Opening Bond?
- It’s required by Town of Arlington (Board of Public Works) (By-Laws of the Town of Arlington, Title III (Public and Private Ways) — bond at the Board of Public Works' discretion). Any contractor opening or excavating an Arlington public or private way must post the bond required by the Board of Public Works.
- How much is the Arlington Street Opening 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 Arlington Street Opening Bond?
- This bond is individually underwritten, so it is not issued instantly. Request a quote and a licensed producer follows up to walk you through it.
- What is the term?
- Per permit. 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.
