Distinguish zoning review from the building permit when permitting a new sign

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Steps

  1. Identify whether the jurisdiction requires a separate zoning/sign permit (use, size, height, placement, spacing, illumination limits) before or alongside the building permit (structural/electrical code compliance for the physical construction)
  2. Submit the zoning/sign-permit application first where the two are sequential — this review confirms the sign type, size, and location are allowed at all before a construction-focused plan review begins
  3. Submit structural and electrical drawings for the building-permit review, addressing footing/foundation design, attachment method, and electrical connection separately from the zoning questions
  4. Track both approvals through to final inspection — most jurisdictions require a sign-specific field inspection in addition to any electrical inspection
  5. Confirm whether the property sits in an overlay district (historic, corridor, PUD) that adds a third review layer on top of standard zoning and building review

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