Sign contractor bonds

What is a sign contractor bond?

• Cities that license sign contractors require a bond to issue a license.

• The bond is an insurance contract between the contractor and the surety (bonding) company.

• The bond provides protection for the sign contractor’s customers and the cities.

Do I need a state bond?

• To obtain city licenses you must file a bond with each city, or file a bond with us.

• If you file a bond with us, the cities cannot require you to file a separate bond with them.

How do I file a state bond?

• Contact your insurance agent to find out how to obtain a bond.

• Download the sign contractor bond forms.

• Once you receive the bond back from your insurance agent, sign it in front of a notary and mail it to us along with all the completed application forms and filing fee.

• Be sure to keep copies for your records.

What happens next?

• Once we process your application, your company’s name will appear in our online database.

• Cities will use this lookup to verify your bonding status so you can get your city licenses.

• You will need to file a renewal every two years.

Forms

• Sign contractor bond form

Questions?

Contact us at 651-284-5034 or dli.license@state.mn.us.