(A) In addition to submitting the required application forms, the County Roads Department has the right to request a surety bond for the utility installation being applied for. All fees and/or bonds must be provided in advance of permit issuance. A nonrefundable fee will be collected at the time the application is submitted. Fee schedule attached to permit.
(B) It shall be the right of the County Roads Department to request for any authorized work to be done on the right-of-way a surety bond for the utility installation, in the form of an individual bond, assignment of account/certificate of deposit or a blanket bond.
(1) Individual bond - for a single utility installation. Must be held for 1 year after conclusion of the utility installation at which time it can be released upon written request.
(2) Assignment of account/certificate of deposit - similar to an individual bond, but maintained by a financial institution of your choice. Used for single utility installations. Minimum $1,000 balance, but more may be required based on type and circumstances of installation.
(3) Blanket bond - can be used for more than 1 installation. This method is recommended for utilities planning to do multiple utility installations on county right-of-way. Minimum $10,000 bond.
(C) The county reserves the right to change the fees and assign bond amounts as deemed necessary.
(Ord. —, passed 6-30-2009)