Sedgwick County, KS Right of Way Permit Bond
Overview
Sedgwick County requires contractors and utility operators to carry a Right of Way Permit Bond before performing any work within county-maintained rights of way. This bond protects Sedgwick County and the public by guaranteeing that any permitted work — excavations, utility installations, road cuts, or similar activities — is completed properly and that the right of way is restored to its original condition. If the bonded party fails to meet those obligations, the county has a financial guarantee to recover the cost of remediation.
Who Needs This Bond?
You've been told you need this bond because you're applying for a right of way permit from Sedgwick County. Contractors, utility companies, telecommunications providers, and any individual or business that needs to dig, bore, install, or otherwise work within a Sedgwick County public right of way will be required to obtain this bond. It applies whether you're doing a one-time project or ongoing permitted work within county roadways and easements.
What is this Bond For?
This bond is a financial guarantee made to Sedgwick County that you — the permit holder — will comply with all right of way permit conditions, complete the work according to county standards, and fully restore the right of way after work is finished. It protects county infrastructure and taxpayers from being left with the cost of poor workmanship, unfinished restoration, or damage caused during permitted operations. The bond keeps Sedgwick County whole if you don't fulfill your permit obligations.
When is it Required?
Before Sedgwick County will issue your right of way permit, the bond must already be in place. You cannot begin work without an active permit, and the county will not issue that permit without proof of this bond. Securing the bond is one of the first steps — not the last — in your permitting process.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies exclusively within Sedgwick County, Kansas, and is required by Sedgwick County as a local permitting condition — not by the state of Kansas. It covers work performed within any public right of way under the county's jurisdiction, including roads, easements, and related infrastructure managed by the county.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' to open the secure surety portal in a new tab, where you can complete your application and purchase this bond quickly without waiting on a callback. Once issued, your bond documents are available for immediate download so you can submit them to Sedgwick County and move your project forward.
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