Cook County, IL — Restoration Performance (Temporary Trailer) Bond
The Cook County Restoration Performance (Temporary Trailer) Bond is a financial security document required by the Cook County Board of Commissioners as a condition for obtaining a construction-related permit involving a temporary trailer. This bond ensures that the permit applicant meets site restoration obligations established by the Cook County Department of Buildings and Zoning.
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- Recorded state
- Illinois
- Bond type
- Performance, Payment, Maintenance & Site Improvement Bond
- Category
- Contractors & construction
What this bond does
This bond guarantees that the principal will restore the project site to its original condition if the construction project is abandoned or delayed beyond the expiration of the permit terms. It serves as a financial safeguard for Cook County to ensure land integrity following the removal of a temporary trailer.
- Who needs it
- Applicants for a Cook County building or construction permit who intend to install a temporary trailer on a property site within the jurisdiction.
- Who it protects
- The bond protects the Cook County Board of Commissioners as the obligee. In the event the principal fails to remove the trailer and restore the site as required by permit conditions, the county may utilize the bond funds to address the site restoration.
Your bond option
This is the option on record for this bond.
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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.
Sources
- Cook County Restoration Performance Bond Document (opens in a new tab)Checked October 18, 2026
Have these ready
- Verify the specific permit number provided by the Cook County Department of Buildings and Zoning.
- Obtain the precise legal description of the trailer location and the target removal date.
- Complete all required signature fields and ensure the document is notarized according to your entity type (individual or corporation).
- Prepare the bond for final submission to the Building Commissioner for approval.
Questions about this bond
What is the penal sum amount for this bond?
The bond is issued in the penal sum of $10,000.
Who is the protected party for this restoration bond?
The Board of Commissioners of Cook County, Illinois, is the obligee protected by this bond.
Does this bond apply to permanent building structures?
No, this specific bond form is designated for temporary trailer installations associated with permitted construction work.
Under what conditions is the bond obligation released?
The obligation is released when the principal completes the project work in accordance with the permit and restores the site to its original condition upon trailer removal.