OMAHA, Nebr. — The City of Omaha has recently updated or added several License and Permit Surety Bond types.
“License & Permit Surety Bond” is a broad category of surety bonding, including all types of surety bonds required by an obligee — in this case, the City of Omaha — in order for the principal to obtain a license for performing some specific type of work within a specific jurisdiction.
Updated/New City of Omaha License & Permit Surety Bonds:
- Building Permit – varies
- Electrical Contractor – varies
- LP Tank Installer/Contractor: Minimum of $10,000
- Master Steamfitter – Minimum of $10,000
- Wrecking – varies
- Master Plumber – Minimum of $10,000
- HVAC Contractor – varies
- Sewer Layer – varies
- Dance Permit – varies
The actual amount for these surety bonds varies based on the terms set by the obligee. All building related licensing through the City of Omaha has a bond requirement of $10,000 minimum, according to the city’s website.
The principal will only need to pay a premium – a small percent of the surety bond amount – to secure bond needed. Learn more about “How Much Bonds Cost.”
Other City of Omaha License Bond types include:
- Master Plumber – Minimum of $10,000
- Lawn Sprinkler Contractor – Minimum of $10,000
- Water Conditioning Contractor – Minimum of $10,000
- Master Electrician (Bonded) – Minimum $12,500
- Master ACAD – Minimum of $10,000
- Oil Tank Installer – Minimum of $5,000
Visit the City of Omaha’s Planning Department, Permits and Inspections Division website for more information.