A+ Wholesale Signs

Permit Processing & City Approval

Understanding Permits 101

Why do I even need
permits for a sign?

Most cities require permits to make sure your sign:

is allowed at your location
is safely installed and properly supported
meets local building and electrical codes

Permits help prevent:

fines and violations
forced removal of your sign
delays when opening your business

At, A+ Wholesale Signs, we manage and submit the full permitting and processing on your behalf so you do not have to navigate city systems or approval workflows

The 3 permits every
business owner should
understand

The 3 permits every
business owner
should understand

Zoning / Sign Approval

Building / Structural Permit

Electrical Permit

Zoning / Sign Approval

Zoning / Sign
Approval

This is the permit that decides if your sign is allowed. Zoning approval reviews things like:

the type of sign (channel letters, cabinet, monument, etc.)
the size of the sign
the height and location on the building
how many signs are allowed on your storefront

In simple words: Zoning approval confirms your sign follows the city's sign rules.

Building / Structural
Permit

This permit covers how the sign is physically installed. It reviews:

how the sign is mounted to the building
structural supports
wind and load requirements

In simple words: The building permit makes sure the sign is safely attached to the structure.

Electrical Permit

This permit is required for any illuminated sign. It applies to:

channel letters
light boxes
LED signs
power supplies and wiring

How long does permit
approval usually take?

How long does
permit approval
usually take?

Permit approval time varies by city and by the type of sign, but for most projects you should plan for about one month from submission to approval.

Engineering & sealed
drawings (when required)

Engineering & sealed
drawings
(when required)

Some signs require review by a licensed engineer before the city will approve the permit. This is usually required for:

How the permit &
inspection process works

How the permit &
inspection process
works

1. We review your location and sign type — We confirm which permits are required based on your city, property, and the type of sign you are installing.

2. We prepare drawings and documentation — This includes sign layouts, mounting details, and electrical information required by the city.

3. We submit to the city and zoning departments — We manage the application and communication during the review process.

4. Permit approval and sign installation — Once the permits are approved, your sign is fabricated and installed according to the approved plans.

Lastly:

5. City inspection and final approval (when required) — After installation, a city inspector may verify that the sign was installed correctly and according to the approved permits.