Hamden, CT – Contractor Bonds
Who needs a contractor bond in Hamden, Connecticut?
Contractors planning to perform the following work must post a surety bond of at least $10,000:
- Street excavation
- Driveway apron construction
- New sidewalk construction and/or existing sidewalk replacement
- Storm facilities construction
- Sanitary facilities construction
- Utility construction
The Hamden Engineering Department sets the final bond amount, which may vary depending on the work proposed.
Other Requirements
The contractors listed above must also provide the following:
- A certificate of liability insurance ACORD form with property damage of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate
- An application for a work permit
- Payment for the permit fee: $50 per site on sidewalks, $95 or $150 for 500 linear feet of excavation
The Hamden Engineering Department provides a complete list of requirements.
If you’re not sure if this bond applies to you, give us a call at (888) 435-4191 and one of our agents will be more than happy to help. You can also visit our page on Connecticut contractor license bonds for state-specific information.
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