Not all, but most exterior signs do. If it’s visible from a public street or permanently attached to your building, it probably requires a permit. Wall signs, monument signs, pylon signs, window graphics, and even temporary banners can fall under city review. The exact rules vary by city;what’s okay in Glendale might not fly in Tempe. Interior signs usually don’t require permits unless they’re illuminated and connected to building power.

It’s not just one form. Cities want specifics: sign size, placement, materials, lighting, and how it’s being installed. You’ll often need site plans, elevation drawings, engineering for larger signs, and maybe even landlord approval if you’re leasing. We handle all of that. We prepare the submittals, track revisions, and talk directly to city staff so you don’t have to wait on hold or make repeat visits to city hall.

It depends on the city and the complexity of the sign. Some permits can be approved in a week. Others may take several weeks or longer if they require zoning review, variances, or architectural approvals. We track timelines and keep you updated along the way. If a city needs changes, we handle the resubmissions, too. Our goal is to keep your project moving, not stuck in a permit backlog.

You could, but you probably shouldn’t. Cities do enforce sign codes, and violations can lead to fines or, worse, removal. A neighbor complaint or routine inspection could bring unwanted attention. Even small signs like banners or temporary promotional signs may have time limits or placement rules. The safest option? Let us check your city’s code and handle it the right way from the start.

We’ll move as fast as your city allows. Some municipalities offer expedited reviews; others don’t. What we can do is prepare your drawings quickly, flag any code conflicts in advance, and submit everything clean and complete. That avoids delays caused by missing info or incorrect paperwork, which is what usually slows things down. The faster we can get approval, the faster your sign goes up.