Franklin, VA · City of Franklin
Surety Bond
This surety bond binds a principal and financial institution to cover obligations for permitted work or activities affecting public property, and is filed with the City of Franklin or Southampton County.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The bond guarantees that the principal will comply with permit terms, complete the approved work, and protect the City and/or County from specified losses or damage related to the permitted activities. The form covers work such as public-right-of-way improvements, utility installation, land disturbance, and stormwater activities. The principal is responsible for renewing or replacing the surety if permitted work is unfinished when the bond expires.
Who needs it
A principal seeking a covered City or County permit, together with the financial institution providing the bond, completes the form for the applicable work or activity.
Why it needs a notary
The form has an acknowledgment block, and the principal or the principal’s representative must personally appear before the notary and acknowledge signing the bond.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Bond
Get the City of Franklin and Southampton County Surety Bond form.
- 2
Fill In The Form
Enter the principal and financial institution details, bond amount, permit activities, and other requested information.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for the principal or representative.
- 4
Sign On Video
Appear before the notary by video and acknowledge the bond signature.
- 5
Submit The Bond
Send the completed bond to the City or County handling the applicable permit.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Franklin. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the surety bond notarized online?
- Complete the bond, book a session with a commissioned online notary, and acknowledge your signature on video. Submit the completed bond to the City or County handling your permit.
- Do I need to sign the bond in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes an acknowledgment for the principal or the principal’s representative, who must appear before a notary and acknowledge the signature.
- Can I use online notarization for this form?
- Virginia is widely credited as the first U.S. state to authorize remote online notarization, effective July 1, 2012. Confirm acceptance with the relevant office before proceeding.
- Should I submit this bond to Franklin or Southampton County?
- The form applies to the City and/or County, depending on the permit and location of the work. Confirm with the city, town, or county if unsure.