Sign Code

The Sign Code is Article 5 of the Community Development Code. Both are frequently updated and can be found on the Community Development Code page, along with recent amendments that have not yet been incorporated into the code.

How to Apply for a Sign Permit

A Sign Permit is required for all signs including permanent, temporary, and amended or updated signs.

Site Plan Examples: 

Site Plan Example, an aerial view of the Ptarmigan Inn and the location of its signage

















Sign Wall Sign and Sign Permit Plans Example:


Permit-Plans-Example-Gravity-Haus

Portable Signs or Sandwich Board Signs

Portable signs require a Permanent Sign Permit application submitted through City View. If the sign is located in a public-right-of-way or on a sidewalk, then an application for a Type B Revocable License is required.

Cafe sign with menu in front of coffee shopPortable sign in front of a bookstore with the hours of operation

Temporary Signs

Small Yard Signs, Large Yard Signs, Banner

  • Yard Signs and Banners can be used to advertise short term events, like sales, grand opening, specials, or “coming soon”.
  • Temporary signs can only be posted for a limited time and need to be located on private property, not in roads or right-of-ways, or off-premises at a location where the event is not happening.
  • Small yard signs can include election or real estate signs. These signs do not typically require a permit, but they should be posted for a limited time and they can only be located on private property, not in streets or public areas.

Did you know?

  • Open signs are not allowed to blink or flash
  • All new signs require a permit, even window signs, projecting signs, banner signs, and large construction or real estate signs.
  • You can get more square footage or height through incentives, see CDC Sign Code Sections 502.D and 511.

Projecting Sign Example

Additional Sign Processes 

  • A Revocable License is required for signs located in the public Right of Way. For additional information contact the Engineering Department or apply for a license in the licensing section of the CityView Portal.
  • A Sign Plan or a Major Adjustment may be required for projects that need many signs or many variations from the code. For additional information email the Planner of the Day. 

Questions? 

If you have questions about the sign code or how to get started with a sign permit, leave us a message with the property address and provide details about your inquiry by sending an email to Darby Kenyon or call 970-871-8259