Business Identification Signs - Submittal Requirements
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Submittal Requirements for Business Identification Signs

Submittal requirements may be waived by the Community Development Director if it is determined that the information submitted is adequate.

1 - Completed Sign Permit Application

2 - Fee/deposit
(exact amount varies from $17.50-100.00, depending on type of sign)

3 - DRAWINGS -- 3 sets of drawings are required for staff review; 8 sets of drawings if Planning Commission review is required

A. SITE PLANS -- All site plans must be drawn and dimensioned to scale (1/4" = 1', 1/8" = 1', or 1" = 10') to accurately show the following:

  1. Scale and north arrow
  2. All property lines, street names and significant easements
  3. Location of all existing buildings or structures with the location of the proposed sign, including the proposed dimensions to property lines.
  4. Location and size (in square feet) of existing signs on the property/site or exterior of the building proposed to remain

B. ELEVATIONS -- All drawings must be drawn to scale (1/4" = 1' minimum) including all dimensions to accurately show the following:

  1. A full front elevation of the sign
  2. For signs mounted on a building, a building elevation(s) drawn to scale, dimensioned and labeled indicating the placement of the proposed signage and any existing signage proposed to remain
  3. All dimensions, including height from finished grade
  4. Materials and colors
  5. All proposed illumination, including specification sheets of the light fixtures
  6. Note: Colored renderings may be required for new signs, subject to the Community Development Director

C. SAMPLES OF MATERIALS & COLORS -- All samples submitted shall be at least 8 ½" x 11".

For more information call (650) 286-3225 or email planning@fostercity.org