Sherman, TX Obstruction Bond
- State: Texas
- Jurisdiction: Sherman
- Bond type: Right of Way / Street Work Bond
- Category: Contractor Bonds
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Overview
Working in Sherman's public right-of-way means the City needs assurance you'll leave things the way you found them. An Obstruction Bond is what makes that guarantee official before you can touch a city street, sidewalk, or public thoroughfare. If your work causes damage to public property and you don't make it right, the City of Sherman can make a claim against this bond to cover the cost of repairs. Get bonded, get your permit, and get to work.
Who Needs This Bond?
Contractors cutting into Sherman streets to lay utility lines, plumbers pulling permits for work that crosses public easements, and construction crews placing equipment or materials in the city right-of-way all need this bond. Any contractor whose project requires temporarily obstructing or disturbing public infrastructure in Sherman falls under this requirement. This is a local City of Sherman requirement — not a Texas state contractor license bond.
What is this Bond For?
This bond protects the City of Sherman and the public against damage or unremediated disruption caused by a contractor's work in or around public rights-of-way, streets, sidewalks, or other city-controlled spaces. If your crew opens a trench, blocks a sidewalk, or disturbs pavement and the site isn't properly restored, the City can file a claim against your bond to fund the repair. The bond holds you financially accountable for the condition of public property after your work is complete. It's the City's backstop — not your insurance.
When is it Required?
Before the City of Sherman issues an obstruction permit, you'll be asked to produce this bond as part of the permitting paperwork. That moment — when you or your permit expediter is filling out the city's obstruction or right-of-way permit application — is when this bond needs to be in hand. You cannot legally obstruct a Sherman public right-of-way without the permit, and you cannot get the permit without the bond. Start the bond purchase before you submit your permit application so there's no delay on your project start date.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond is specific to work performed within the City of Sherman, Texas. It is issued to satisfy a Sherman municipal requirement and is not transferable to Grayson County, the state of Texas, or any other municipality. If you're working across multiple jurisdictions in the DFW region or North Texas, each city or county with an obstruction or right-of-way requirement will need its own bond.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' and you'll be taken directly into the My Bond App portal in a new tab. Enter your business information, complete the application, and your bond documents can be issued fast — no waiting on an agent callback. Once issued, you'll have what you need to submit with your City of Sherman obstruction permit application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does this Sherman Obstruction Bond replace my general liability insurance or workers' comp coverage?
No — and this distinction matters. Your general liability policy covers bodily injury and property damage claims that arise during your operations. Workers' comp covers your employees if they're injured on the job. The Sherman Obstruction Bond is a surety instrument that protects the City of Sherman specifically — it guarantees you'll restore public property after your work is done. The City may require proof of all three before issuing your obstruction permit, so make sure your liability coverage, workers' comp, and this bond are all current before you apply.
If I use subcontractors on the job, are they covered under my Obstruction Bond?
No. Your Sherman Obstruction Bond is issued in your name as the primary contractor — it covers your obligations to the City, not the independent actions of subcontractors working under you. If a subcontractor causes damage to a Sherman street or sidewalk and walks away from the repair, the claim exposure still traces back to you as the permit holder. Make sure any subs you use are clear on their restoration responsibilities, and consider requiring them to carry their own bonding and liability coverage as a condition of your subcontract.
What information do I need to have ready when I purchase this bond online?
When you open the My Bond App portal to buy your Sherman Obstruction Bond, have your legal business name, business address, and entity type ready (sole proprietor, LLC, corporation, etc.). You'll also need your Texas contractor license number if one has been issued for your trade, and the bond amount required by the City of Sherman's permit office. If you're unsure of the required bond amount, confirm it with the City's public works or permitting department before starting your purchase so you select the correct coverage level.
What happens after I click Buy This Bond Online?
You'll open the My Bond App portal in a new tab where you can complete the secure online bond application and finish your purchase. Your Bond Titan tab stays open so you can come back and keep browsing.
Can I buy this bond entirely online?
Yes. Bond Titan connects you directly to the online bond application — there's no paperwork to mail in and no agent appointment required to get started.
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