What is a Subdivision Bond

Subdivision bonds are required from developers and are used to guarantee the completion of mandatory improvements to streets, sidewalks, draining systems, and utilities that are used by the local community regularly. These bonds are means of protection for a specific city, county, district, or state. Types of construction project that may need a subdivision bond includes residential developments, commercial complexes, and updating existing infrastructure.

Whether you need a subdivision bond or any other type of performance bond, we can help. Let us do the worrying for you; let us do the hard work so that all you have to worry about is your business. We know that getting these bonds is crucial for your business to grow, which is why we have specialty programs to help each individual client get the specific bond they need. When other sureties tell you no, The Surety Place says YES!

Subdivision FAQs

When is a subdivision bond required?

A subdivision bond may be required to be obtained by developers, landowners, or home builders for a regulatory agency before a plat map is filed or a permit is obtained for land development to guarantee the required public infrastructure will be completed during construction. If you have questions regarding subdivision bonds call The Surety Place today.

Does a construction loan need to be in place?

One important question the surety will ask is whether or not the principal is financing the development. If they are, the necessary funds or construction loan needs to be in place prior to the underwriting of the bond and the surety will most likely want letter of proof from the bank financing the loan, or bank statements showing existing funds. These letters are known as, "set aside," letters.

What are the Requirements for Subdivision Bonds?

As with all bonds, when you are looking at obtaining a subdivision bond, your personal credit will play a significant role. The surety will also want to ensure that the principal has the financial resources to complete the work they are agreeing to in the initial project contract. Usually, the underwriter will need proof of 1.5X the amount of the subdivision bond in liquid assets by the principal. Also, your experience and bond history can effect your ability to obtain a new bond or the premium you pay for the bond itself.

What kind of bond is a subdivision bond?

A subdivision bond, also known as an improvement bond is generally a type of performance bond. They can also be known as a development bond, completion bond, offsite improvement bond, street improvement bond, or subdivision improvement bond. Although the names vary, the bond itself is relatively the same and is seen as an agreement between the developer of the project and the regulatory agency requesting that pending improvements are guaranteed.

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Why Choose The Surety Place for Subdivision Bonds

The Surety Place was Founded in 2002 and since the beginning we have been industry leaders because we set out each day with one goal in mind, to bring innovation and a high level of service the surety bond industry needs. We are a people first company that you can trust, offering access to agents, specialty programs, and businesses to achieve the right solution at the right time, every time. Whatever your bond needs are, from subdivision bonds to any other contract, payment, or performance bond, we are your bond solution company.

A People First Company

What sets us apart from other sureties is that we establish a relationship with you in order to truly understand your business focus and bond needs in order to help your company grow and succeed. We do everything in our power to truly know your business so that we can be of service to you and minimize some of your pains as a business owner. As small business owners ourselves, we know how hard it can be to get started and grow your business. We are here to help alleviate some of those stresses by getting you the subdivision bond needed to bid on larger projects. Your needs as a business owner will be heard, and solutions will be found and implemented in a timely manner.

As one of the only true specialists in the industry we supply access, partnerships, and specialty programs with numerous “A” rated sureties across the nation. The Surety Place is here to help you service all of your customs bond needs with no appointments or contracts necessary, yet another thing that sets us apart as one of the leading sureties in the industry. Our industry knowledge and expertise coupled with our ever increasing list of specialty programs, give us the unique ability to write your bonds when no one else can. When you put your trust into our team of experts, you and your business will never be disappointed.