Sign Permits

Permanent sign permits

• Permanent sign permit application
• Sign permits are required for all permanent signs, including refacing.
• Separate electrical permits are required for any work on electrical connections.
• Signs in historic districts and properties also require a Certificate of Approval by the HPC.
• Electronic graphic display signs may not change messaging at a rate faster than six seconds and must automatically dim at night.
• City Zoning Code Chapter 155.08 Signs

Temporary signs

• Temporary sign notification form, required for every temporary sign.
• Only one temporary sign may be displayed at a time per parcel
• Temporary signage is allowed for a total of 90 days per calendar year per parcel
• Signs must be securely attached and in good condition
• Signs must be located on private property with the owner’s permission.
• Size is limited to the allowable monument size allowed (usually 50 Sq Ft).