While some areas have different guidelines than others, almost any time you install a sign on a public-facing space, it will require a permit. Even if your sign will be on private property, your municipality likely has rules to protect the community and properties around it. Partnering with an experienced sign company can ensure you get the proper permitting for any new sign.
Our team is happy to be a leading manufacturer of signs in the Dallas area, and we have helped companies in Rockwall, Mesquite, Richardson, and other nearby cities. We offer a full catalog of sign options, and we also offer installation services on just about any sign we create. We have the right experience and equipment available to ensure your signs are manufactured and installed perfectly.
Some people don’t know signs must be permitted, and if a person is aware of permitting they likely don’t know everything which is involved in the process. In the sections to follow, we will discuss a few important elements of the permitting process and shed some light on why we’re the ideal partner for any sign needs you have.
Location/Land Survey
One of the main reasons a sign permit is required for almost all municipalities is to ensure the sign is on the landowner’s property and not encroaching on other pieces of land. To verify a sign is being placed outside of setbacks and on the intended land, you usually must submit a survey of the property where the sign will be installed along with a marker for where the sign will be located.
Sign Design, Dimensions, and Drawing
Aside from notating the sign’s location, a permit also requires the applicant to submit a drawing of what the sign will look like and how big it will be. This ensures the sign is pertinent to the business it will be advertising, won’t hang over onto another property, and conforms with all local ordinances regarding height, design, and any other unique stipulations set by the municipality.
Properly Completed Forms
The land survey and drawings mentioned above typically accompany a standard sign application. Depending on the municipality, this can usually be completed online. This form states the property owner’s name, some general information about the sign, and where the permit should be filed. Along with the form, there is typically a fee which is based on how large the sign will be.
Local/Area Restrictions
While many cities have their own set of rules for signs, there are certain areas and neighborhoods which have more restrictive guidelines for how signs must be designed and installed. These specific standards are in place with the idea of creating uniformity within the area, and they must be adhered to.
We can ensure your new sign is designed to your liking and as the proper permitting before installing it. Our team has extensive experience working with all local municipalities, and we can make the permitting process go as smoothly as possible. To learn more about our services, give us a call today.