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Adams County, CO — Right Of Way Bond

Preparing an Adams County, Colorado Right of Way Bond for street-cut work? Have the county's required amount and the legal applicant matching your insurance documents ready before starting the RLI application.

Also known as Adams County Right Of Way Bonds

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Recorded state
Colorado
Bond type
Right-of-Way / Street Work Bond
Category
Contractors & construction

What this bond does

This bond serves to protect Adams County by providing a financial resource if permitted street cut work does not meet the standards or conditions required by the Transportation Department. It is a mandatory prerequisite for obtaining a street cut permit.

Who needs it
Contractors, utility companies, and excavators seeking to perform street cut work within the Adams County public right-of-way are the required parties for this bond.
Who it protects
The bond acts as a protection for the Adams County Transportation Department, ensuring that the party responsible for the excavation work adheres to the terms of their permit and county standards.

Your bond option

This is the option on record for this bond.

The bond amount describes the limit of the bond obligation, not the price. A listed amount does not establish what the requesting party requires. The premium is what you pay and must be confirmed for the actual option. An E&O limit, where listed, is separate errors and omissions insurance.

Bonding and Documentation Specifications

The county's recorded requirements call for a minimum bond amount of $5,000 for street-cut excavation, naming Adams County Transportation Department Construction Management.

Adams County does not provide a proprietary form; the recorded requirements accept a provider's standard bond form. Prepare an original signed document without alterations and follow the county's execution instructions.

Terms of Coverage and Validity

The county's recorded requirements describe a one-year bond and accept indefinite bonds with surety cancellation notice. This RLI option displays no fixed term or amount, so confirm the requested arrangement before applying. The Transportation Director may increase the required amount for the project.

It is essential that both the bond and the accompanying Certificate of General Liability Insurance are issued to the same company or individual. Documentation must be consistent, as the party posting the bond must be the same entity providing proof of liability coverage.

Insurance and Submission Process

In addition to the bond, applicants must submit a Certificate of General Liability Insurance with a minimum coverage of five hundred thousand dollars each for bodily injury and property damage.

The certificate must list the Adams County Transportation Department as holder and cover the work period. Purchase Now opens RLI in a new tab. After issuance, check the bond's legal name, recipient, sum, and dates, then submit the original bond and separate insurance documents to Development Review Permit Section before the street-cut permit is issued. Starting or paying for the bond application does not authorize excavation.

Sources

Have these ready

  1. Verify the exact bond amount required for your specific street cut project with the Adams County Transportation Department.
  2. Ensure your insurance agent is prepared to issue both the bond and a Certificate of General Liability Insurance under the same legal name.
  3. Obtain an original, signed bond document that clearly names the Adams County Transportation Department as the obligee.
  4. Confirm your Certificate of General Liability Insurance lists the correct county department address and covers the full duration of your work.

Questions about this bond

Is there a specific bond form I must use for Adams County?

No. Adams County does not have a proprietary bond form; you may use the standard bond form provided by your insurance or surety company.

Can I submit cash instead of a bond?

No. Adams County will not accept cash or certified funds in lieu of the required Permit or License Bond.

Does the bond cover liability for property damage?

No. The bond is distinct from your General Liability Insurance. You must provide a separate certificate of insurance to cover bodily injury and property damage at the required minimums.

What activities are considered a street cut?

Street cut activities include trenching, road boring, potholing, and bore holing within the Adams County public right-of-way.

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