Bay County, MI Highway Permit - Building Moving Bond
Overview
Bay County, Michigan requires a Highway Permit Bond before anyone moves a structure across or along a county road. This bond protects Bay County from damage to road surfaces, shoulders, bridges, and utilities that can occur during a building move. If the mover causes harm and fails to pay, the county can make a claim against the bond to recover repair costs. Securing this bond is a non-negotiable step before the county will issue a highway permit for building moving activity.
Who Needs This Bond?
House movers, building relocation contractors, and heavy haul operators working within Bay County's road network are the primary applicants for this bond. If you have been hired to physically move a structure — whether a residential home, a commercial building, or a modular unit — across any Bay County road, this bond applies to you. It does not matter whether the move is short or long; if it crosses or travels on a county highway, Bay County will require this bond before the permit is issued.
What is this Bond For?
This bond guarantees that the building mover will repair any damage caused to Bay County roads, bridges, curbs, or right-of-way infrastructure during the permitted move. Bay County is the obligee — the party protected by the bond — and the moving contractor is the principal who takes on the obligation. If the contractor completes the move without incident, the bond simply expires. If road damage occurs and the contractor refuses to pay for repairs, Bay County can file a claim against the bond to recover those costs.
When is it Required?
Before Bay County issues a highway moving permit, the mover must submit this bond as part of the permit application. The bond must be in place prior to any equipment or structure entering the county right-of-way. Attempting to move a building without this bond in place puts the contractor in violation of county permit requirements and can result in the move being stopped by county officials.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies exclusively within Bay County, Michigan. It covers county-maintained highways and right-of-way corridors under Bay County's jurisdiction. It is a local county requirement — not a Michigan state-level license bond — so it is specific to moves that affect Bay County roads.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' on this page and the secure surety portal will open in a new tab. Enter your business information, complete the bond application, and your bond documents can be issued quickly without waiting on an agent. Once issued, you'll have the documentation you need to submit to Bay County as part of your highway permit application.
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