Illinois Four Rivers Sanitation Authority Bond Guide
If you’re applying for a Four Rivers Sanitation Authority permit in Illinois, you’ll likely need this surety bond.
Bond Overview
- Purpose: To ensure sewer construction and maintenance work is completed properly
 - Who Needs It: Sewer contractors applying for various FRSA permits
 - Regulating Body: The Four Rivers Sanitation Authority (FRSA)
 - Required Coverage: $20,000 or $5,000 for private property sewer permit
 - Premium Rate: 0.5–10%, credit-based
 
Learn all about the bond requirements and process in this guide.
What Are Illinois Four Rivers Sanitation Authority Bonds?
Illinois Four Rivers Sanitation Authority (FRSA) bonds hold sewer contractors financially responsible for completing projects properly and safely.
There are four primary types of FRSA bonds required for various types of sewer projects:
- Public Access Permit Bond: Required for companies applying for public sewer services and access for cleaning, televising, etc.
 - Private Property Permit Bond: Required to add sewer services on private land
 - Sewer Service and Cut-In Work on Public Property Bond: Required to service sewers or perform cut-in sewer work on public land
 - Sewer Contractor Bond: Required for new construction of sewer mains and service extensions
 
How Much Do Four Rivers Sanitation Authority Bonds Cost?
Illinois Four Rivers Sanitation Authority bonds typically cost a small percentage of the required coverage amount.
Qualified contractors with strong personal credit can pay as low as $100 for some bonds. Apply for your free quote now!
SuretyBonds.com offers the lowest available rates from our nationwide provider network with no added fees.
How Do I Get My Bond?
SuretyBonds.com provides the fastest and easiest way to get an Illinois Four Rivers Sanitation Authority bond. Just follow these quick steps:
- Apply: Submit an online quote request form
 - Quote: Receive your quote within one day
 - Sign: Complete the indemnity agreement
 - Buy: Purchase the bond online 24/7
 
We’ll mail you the bond via your preferred shipping method. Be sure to file it with the FRSA as instructed. 
If you have any questions, call our friendly surety experts at 1 (800) 308-4358 for assistance.
How Do Illinois Four Rivers Sanitation Authority Bonds Work?
Four Rivers Sanitation Authority bonds create legal contracts between these three parties:
- Principal: You, the sewer contractor filing the bond
 - Obligee: The Four Rivers Sanitation Authority requiring the bond
 - Surety: The provider issuing the bond
 
This holds you financially responsible for upholding all permit regulations and municipal ordinances. 
If you break the bond terms, harmed parties can file claims. The surety will pay valid claims up to the bond amount, but you must ultimately refund the surety.
How Do I Renew My Bond?
These bonds expire annually, typically on May 31. To renew your Four Rivers Sanitation Authority bond, simply pay your renewal invoice when prompted.
After renewing, you’ll receive a continuation certificate to file with the as proof of ongoing coverage.
