Westlake, OH — Contractor License Bond
Westlake's current packet requires its $10,000 City bond with power of attorney. Separate trade registrations may share one bond only when that coverage is indicated; the bond expires with the actual registration.
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- Recorded state
- Ohio
- Bond type
- Contractor License / Registration Bond
- Category
- Contractors & construction
What this bond does
Support the applicant's Chapter 1321 City of Westlake contractor registrations.
- Who needs it
- New or renewing contractors matching the registration holder, exact company and every intended trade.
- Who it protects
- The instrument secures City-code compliance, specified correction or abatement and City loss protections. It is separate from liability evidence and does not supply blanket customer payment coverage.
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
- City of Westlake — Contractor Registration Packet (opens in a new tab)Checked October 23, 2026
- City of Westlake — Building Department (opens in a new tab)Checked October 23, 2026
Have these ready
- Before issuance: match registration holder, exact company and intended trades.
- For execution: match surety/POA names and date order; obtain principal original signature.
- For renewal: check signed/sealed continuation and attached authority.
- After issuance: assemble the complete package and confirm IMS/original handling.
Questions about this bond
Can the principal's signature be electronic because the surety's may be?
The instructions expressly require the principal's original signature but permit electronic/facsimile attorney-in-fact signature and seal.
Can the agent send the bond alone to the City?
The instructions say to return it to the principal, who must provide the additional paperwork in one submission.
Does renewal always require a new bond form?
For an existing corresponding registration/bond, the instructions permit a signed, sealed continuation certificate with power of attorney.