Projects requiring the excavation, export or import of soil as part of a grading or building project typically require a grading permit surety bond to provide security to the city or county that the work will be performed and in accordance with local codes, ordinances and grading and building permit plans.  These bonds require a release from the requiring entity and as such require the bond premium to be paid annually until a written release is tendered.

How much does a California Grading Permit Bond cost?

Depending on the credit of the applicant, you can expect to see a bond premium of 1-1.5% for applicants with acceptable credit.  As stated above, this will be an annual premium that is due until the obligee releases the bond in writing. 

Apply for your California Grading Permit Bond using our online bond application. it only takes 2 minutes to complete and you get a free bond quote based on your specific circumstances.

What entities in California requires a Grading Permit Bond?

Following is a list of known cities and counties in the State of California that have a requirement for Grading Permit Bonds:

• City of Los Angeles
• County of Los Angeles
• City of Mission Viejo
• City of Beverly Hills
• City of Escondido
• City of Irvine
• City of Riverside
• City of Rancho Santa Margarita
• Orange County
• City of Lancaster
• City of Victorville
• City of Fairfield
• City of Vallejo
• Monterey County
• City of Freemont
• City of Long Beach
• City of Union City
• City of South San Francisco
• City of Azusa
• City of Pseo Robles
• City of Laguna Beach
• City of Corona
• City of Carpinteria
• City of Richmond
• City of Rodeville
• City of Lake Forest
• City of National City
• City of San Bernardino
• Solano County
• City of La Habra Heights