Tennessee - Running Occupancy Right of Way — required surety bond in Tennessee. Apply online in minutes.
A Tennessee Running Occupancy Right of Way Bond is a surety bond required for utility companies and contractors who install, operate, or maintain facilities within public highway right-of-ways. It guarantees that any damage caused to state roads, shoulders, or adjacent public property during these activities will be properly repaired to state standards.
Telecommunications providers, water and sewer utilities, electric companies, and their specialized contractors typically need this bond. It is required for entities maintaining a continuous or long-term physical presence within Tennessee's public right-of-ways.
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) or local municipality requires this bond to protect taxpayer-funded public infrastructure from uncorrected damages. It ensures that the state has financial recourse to restore the roadway if the permit holder fails to complete required repairs, damages existing infrastructure, or abandons the site.
Click Apply Now to begin our secure online application. The application takes about five minutes to complete. Once processed, your bond will be delivered directly to you by email.
Premiums vary based on the total bond amount required by the state and the applicant's financial profile. Please apply online or call Noah Insurance Agency at 814-718-0060 for an exact quote.
The obligee, which is typically the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) or the local permitting agency, sets the required bond amount. You should verify this exact figure with them prior to securing your bond.
Duration requirements vary, but the bond generally must remain in effect as long as your facilities occupy the right-of-way or until the state releases the permit. Always verify specific timeline requirements with the issuing agency.
Yes, applicants with less-than-perfect credit can often still secure a surety bond, though the premium rate may be different. Submit our secure online application to see the options available to you.
Send us a note or call 814-718-0060 — a licensed agent will confirm the bond amount and requirements for you.
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