Los Angeles, CA — General Improvement Performance Bond
The City of Los Angeles requires developers and property owners to provide a General Improvement Performance Bond when undertaking specific site modifications, such as building permits, zone variances, or public improvement dedications. This bond serves as a financial guarantee to the City that all agreed-upon public improvements will be constructed and installed according to municipal standards.
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- Recorded state
- California
- Bond type
- Performance, Payment, Maintenance & Site Improvement Bond
- Category
- Contractors & construction
What this bond does
This bond protects the City of Los Angeles by ensuring that the principal completes required site improvements. It functions as a performance obligation, guaranteeing that the work performed under permits issued by the Board of Public Works adheres to city specifications.
- Who needs it
- Property owners, developers, and contractors applying for building permits, zone changes, conditional use permits, or other projects involving public easement improvements within the City of Los Angeles who must provide financial security for construction obligations.
- Who it protects
- The bond is held for the benefit of the City of Los Angeles. If the principal performs the work within the specified timeframe—or any authorized extension—the obligation is voided upon the City Engineer issuing a Certificate of Acceptance.
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
- General Improvement Performance Bond Form (opens in a new tab)Checked October 18, 2026
Have these ready
- Identify the specific public improvements mandated by your project permit or zone agreement.
- Obtain the official bond form required by the City of Los Angeles Board of Public Works.
- Gather necessary corporate documents, including proof of partnership or power of attorney for the surety.
- Ensure all authorized signers are present to execute three identical copies of the bond with notarization.
Questions about this bond
What happens if my project timeline changes?
If the project completion deadline needs to be extended, you must obtain a formal time extension from the City Engineer. The bond requirements continue to apply under the standards of the Board of Public Works in effect at the time of the extension.
How is the bond released?
The bond is exonerated or cancelled only when the City Engineer issues a signed Certificate of Acceptance, confirming that all required work has been completed to the City's satisfaction.
Who must sign the bond for a corporation?
Two corporate officers, such as the President or Vice President and the Secretary or Assistant Secretary, must sign the bond and affix the corporate seal.
Are there specific municipal codes I must follow?
Yes, the bond guarantees compliance with Articles 2 and 7 of Chapter 1, and Sections 62.105 through 62.118 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code.