Apply for a Sign Permit

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A permit is required for all new signs and replacement of or modifications to existing signs.

Online

Step 1.Requirements 

Signage allowed is based on the zoning of the property. Properties are zoned under the Land Development Code (LDC) and sign regulations are governed based upon Article 6, Signs and Lighting of the LDC. Check your zoning.

Sign permit fees are based upon the valuation of the sign with a minimum review fee of $50. Sign permit fees are due prior to permit issuance.

Most permanent signs require engineered drawings to be submitted with the sign permit application. For questions about engineered drawings, please contact our Building Division at 303-754-3321.

Step 2.Apply for a Sign Permit

First time users will need to create an account through our Self-Service Portal. It takes about 5 minutes to create a new account.

Instructions for applying for a permit/plan on the Self-Service Portal.

You can use the Self-Service Portal to apply for a sign permit.

Apply for a Sign Permit

Step 3.What to Expect

Permits are processed in approximately five business days.

Step 4.Inspection Required

All permanent signs require an inspection upon completion. To schedule a sign inspection, please use the Self-Service Portal. 

Phone

For questions about submitting a sign permit online, please call 303-754-3308.

Temporary Signs

Banners, site signs and other permitted temporary sign displays may be allowed only as temporary signs upon approval of a Temporary Sign Permit. For more information on temporary signs, please view the Temporary Signage page or call the Planning and Zoning Hotline at 303-754-3308 to speak with a planner.

All temporary signs are reviewed against the provisions in Article 6, Division 5, Temporary Signs of the LDC. While there are no fees for temporary signs, permits for temporary signs are still required. To apply for a permit, please use the online Self-Service Portal. Permits are processed in approximately five business days.