Jackson County, Georgia Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Bond

The local Public Development Department requires property owners or developers to obtain a Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Bond before residential or non-residential land-disturbance activities may begin within Jackson County, Georgia.

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At Jet, the cost of a Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Bond is a small percentage of the limit and is based on a soft credit check of the applicant. However, if you are seeking a bond amount over $15k, a review of your business finances to determine an appropriate rate may be necessary. 

For example, rates for a $50,000 Non-Residential Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Bond start at $500 for a one-year bond term. For additional bond limits and Jet’s available rates, take a look at either price chart below. 

In addition, the limit for a Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Bond is based on the type (i.e. non-residential or residential) and the total size of the project. So if the non-residential construction project covers a few acres, a $50,000 bond limit is required by the Public Development Department.

AcresBond LimitBond Limit
0-5 acres$50,000$500
5-10 acres$75,000$750
10-50 acres$100,000$1,000
More than 50 acres$125,000$1,250
Jackson County Non-Residential Bond Cost

Similar to the previous explanation, the bond limit is based on the number of residential lots being constructed. For instance, up to 24 lots require a $75,000 bond limit. See below for further details.

LotsBond LimitCost
0-24 lots$75,000$750
25-50 lots$100,000$1,00
51-150 lots$125,000$1,250
151-250 lots$150,000$1,500
Jackson County Residential Bond Cost

According to the Department, if more than 250 lots are to be constructed, the bond limit must then be equal to the total estimated construction and maintenance costs of all stormwater management facilities and right-of-way improvements within the permit plan.

As for the filing of the surety bond, the original signed and sealed Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Bond must be submitted to the Jackson County Public Development Department, Soil Erosion/Environmental Compliance Division at the following mailing address:

Jackson County
Public Development Department
Soil Erosion/Environmental Compliance Division
67 Athens Street
Jefferson, GA 30549

Residential and non-residential land-disturbance permit applications, as well as other paperwork, are to be submitted digitally via the County’s Citizen Self Service Portal.

The property owner or developer is responsible for upholding the terms and conditions of the land-disturbance permit and following applicable regulations pursuant to Appendix A, Article 8 of the Jackson County, GA Municode. 

Upon inspection, if it is determined by the Soil Erosion/Environmental Compliance Division that the property owner or developer has failed to uphold the approved development plan, permit requirements, or caused damages, the Division will order the permit holder to resolve such violations within a 14-day period. 

Failure to comply once again may lead to the Public Development Department filing a claim against the Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Bond. Funds from the claim payout are to be used by the Department to hire a new contractor to stabilize the construction site’s soil/sedimentation and bring the land into compliance with county standards.

Jackson County, Georgia Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Bond Form

Notary Bond Application:

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Business Information:

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

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Employee Dishonesty Bond Application:

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Coverage Requirements:

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

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Contract Bond Application:

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Owner Information:

Job Details:

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

Required Effect Date of Bond Policy:

Contact Information:

Worker's Compensation Application:

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Business Information:

Business Description:

Coverage Requirements

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

Required Effect Date of Bond Policy:

Contact Information: