When is the performance bond refunded?

The performance bond is typically refunded after ensuring that the project meets all the required stabilization criteria. This process includes a wait period to allow for adequate stabilization of disturbed areas, which is generally around 60 days. If the project demonstrates that it has achieved the necessary stabilization during this timeframe without requiring intervention from regulatory agencies, the performance bond can then be refunded. This is crucial for maintaining responsible project management, as it ensures that the areas disturbed by construction are effectively restored to prevent erosion and sedimentation issues long-term.

In this context, while other options may relate to completion timelines or conditions surrounding complaints, they do not directly reflect the specific requirements and procedures for bond refunding as outlined in best management practices for erosion and sediment control. The focus on the absence of agency intervention and the stabilization period provides the correct parameter for bond refund consideration.