Signs, Canopies & Awnings The following information in this packet is provided to help guide you through the permit application process. This packet will also provide you with information regarding sign submittal requirements that pertain to your project. Page 2-3: Page 4: Pages 5-6: Permit Application Guide Building Permit Application Submittal Requirements 1 1/29/2015
Permit Application Guide Sign, Canopy & Awning Permit Guide: This guide was developed to help direct you through the permit application process. Following the steps below will help to expedite the issuance of your building permit. 1. Completely fill out the Attached Building Permit Application. Provide a detailed description of all proposed work. Include the UL numbers for all illuminated signs. 2. Provide 2 Site Plans if required. The plans shall be drawn at 1 inch = 20 ft. or larger scale and shall include the following: All streets, North arrow and graphic scale. Exterior boundaries of the property including dimensions of property lines. Dimensions of setbacks from property lines and between structures. Location and dimensions of existing and proposed signage. If you do not have a scaled site plan you may purchase one from the City Planning Services Division, Room 204, Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm for a nominal fee. 3. Provide Sign Drawings. Please refer to page 5 and 6 of this packet to review the required information needed when submitting for a sign, canopy or awning permit. If you have specific zoning questions please contact the Planning Services Division at 920-236-5059. 4. Permit Fees Submit the applicable Permit Fees. Permit fees are based upon the fair market value of the project. This value is to be provided on the building permit application and is required to include both material and labor values even if no labor is being charged for your project. Typically if you do not have a labor value the general rule of thumb is to double the material value for the job. The fair market value is required to provide uniformity in applying Permit Fees to both citizens that hire a contractor and citizens who do their own construction. See the current Inspection Services Division Fee Schedule Additional Fees: See the current Property Record Maintenance Fee Schedule See the current Planning Division Fee Schedule **Make checks payable to the City of Oshkosh. 2 1/29/2015
5. Obtain Zoning Approval & Apply for the Permit All sign applications are required to be approved by the City of Oshkosh Planning Services Division, RM 204 prior to a permit being issued. If you have any zoning questions please contact the Planning Services Division at 920-236-5059. Please plan ahead and pick one of the following methods to apply for your permit. We suggest that you apply for the permit a minimum of 2 weeks prior to your start date. Make sure all of the required information listed on page 5 &6 of this packet is included and submit it to the Planning Services Division using one of the methods listed below: In Person: This is the best method to discuss the specifics of your project and gather information. The Planning Services Division is available 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday. Reviews generally occur 1 to 3 days after the application is received. Staff will review your submittal and contact you if further information is required. If your submitted application is approved we will send the permit to you in the mail. No work may commence until the permit is issued and the Building Placard is posted. By Fax: Fax # 920-236-5053 (Fees will need to be submitted in person or by mail to obtain the permit) By Mail: City of Oshkosh Planning Services Division 215 Church Ave P O Box 1130 Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130 By Email: planning@ci.oshkosh.wi.us If after reading this guide you still have questions please feel free to contact the Planning Services Division at (920) 236-5059 or the Inspection Services Division at (920) 236-5050. Web site: www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us This handout was developed by the City of Oshkosh Inspection Services Division as a basic plan submittal guide. It is not intended to cover all circumstances. Check with the Inspection Services Division for additional requirements that may apply to your specific project. 3 1/29/2015
Building Permit Application Project Address Owner / Tenant Contractor Applicant Owner Contractor Tenant Other (describe) Name Phone Address Email Company Name Phone Contact Email Address State Credential # s,, Dwelling Contractor Qualifier # Dwelling Contractor # Building Contractor Registration # Architect / Designer Company Name Phone Contact Email Address Permit Type Industrial Commercial Multifamily Category Ground Sign (Pole/Monument) Wall Sign (<18 from wall face) Projecting Sign (>18 from wall face) Project Description Mechanical Permits Separate permits will be obtained for the following: Electrical by UL Numbers Value of Job $ (Value for materials & labor is req. to ensure consistency in accessing permit fees for all applicants.) Payment by: Check # Cash Permit Fee Account I certify the above information is complete and accurate. Any deviations from the above submitted information may require additional permits to be obtained. I acknowledge and agree to these terms. Name: (Please print) Date: Signature: 4 1/29/2015
Submittal Requirements Ground Mounted Signs: Provide the following information: Scaled site plan showing the location of all existing and proposed ground mounted signs. The signs must be shown in plan view to properly represent their location and distances to property lines. Setback dimensions to all property lines. Location of the proposed sign in relation to the parking lot, parking stalls and buildings. Size of the property (total square footage). All design information for each proposed sign including: Overall Height Size of the signage State if it s Illuminated or non-illuminated Foundation and connection details (Pylon signs are required to be designed by a licensed WI architect and/or engineer and the plans are required to be stamped.) Post/Pole Details Connection details of the sign panels to the building structure UL numbers A summary of existing and proposed ground mounted signs including: Total square footage (both/all sides) of each existing ground sign and all proposed signs. Cost of signage and installation Wall Signs: (Signs that do not project more than 18 from the face of the building.) Provide the following information: Scaled elevation drawing of each wall where a sign is proposed to be installed including: Overall dimensions of each wall Proposed signs must be shown on each elevation to scale, dimensioned, proposed copy and in the location they are proposed to be installed. Existing signs must also be shown on each elevation to determine the total square footage on the elevation. Summary of wall signage for each elevation that signage is being requested. Provide the size of each existing and proposed sign and the total square footage of the wall affected. (Wall area is defined as the area from the grade level to the underside of any roof overhang or to the top of any parapet walls.) Indicate whether the signage is illuminated or non-illuminated. Provide UL numbers for illuminated signage. Cost of Signage Installation. 5 1/29/2015
Submittal Requirements Cont. Projecting Signs, Canopies & Awnings: (Those which project more than 18 from the front face of the building.) Provide the following information: Scaled site plan showing the following: Height of the sidewalk, grade Size, dimensions and square footage Projection dimension from the face of the building Width of the public sidewalk from building or property line to the back side of the street curb for signs projecting over the public sidewalk Sign copy and size for awnings and canopies Note if the sign is Illuminated or non-illuminated Cost of the signage, canopy or awning and installation In addition to the above listed requirements, any sign/canopy/awning proposed to extend over a public sidewalk/right-of-way is required to schedule a pre-submittal meeting with the Development Review Coordinator prior to filing the application for a building permit. The pre-submittal meeting will outline the overall review process, timeline, and details needed for processing an application. The following departments are involved with sign/canopy/awning requests extending over the public sidewalk/right-of-way: City Attorney s office (draft encroachment agreement between property owner & City of Oshkosh) City Clerk s office (review insurance & bonding requirements) Department of Public Works (review placement & potential conflicts with streetscaping) Inspection Services Division (review connection details) Zoning (review placement & aesthetic standards) Upon completion of the pre-submittal meeting, the application will follow the established Site Plan Review Committee meeting schedule which generally occurs 7 to 12 working days after receipt of an application. Please be aware additional time may be needed for the property owner to gather proper signatures to finalize the required encroachment agreement. Contact the Development Review Coordinator @ 920-236-5059 or tmuehrer@ci.oshkosh.wi.us to schedule a pre-submittal meeting and start the application process. Temporary/ Portable Signs/ Banners: This type of signage proposed to be installed on the ground or attached to existing sign poles, parking lot lights, etc. must submit the same information as ground mounted signs. This type of signage installed on a building must submit the same information as required for wall signs. In addition, we will need to know the period of time (date range) these signs are proposed to be displayed, as temporary signage is limited to 90 calendar days in a year. 6 1/29/2015