Freestanding Monument Signs - Submittal Requirements for Sign Permit
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Submittal Requirements for Freestanding Monument 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 (dimensioned), street names and significant easements
    3. Location of all existing buildings or structures with the location of the proposed sign, including dimensions to property lines
    4. Location and size (in square feet) of existing signs on the property/site or exterior of the building which are proposed to remain
    5. The landscape planter area required around the entire base of the sign with location, numbers, and plant/flower species proposed
    6. Show any proposed illumination, including specification sheets of the light fixtures

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, including the base of the sign
    2. A cross-section or detail of the sign
    3. All dimensions, including height from finished grade
    4. All materials and colors
    5. All proposed text as it will appear
    6. Colored rendering

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