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Sign Permits The Village sign ordinance allows businesses to promote the nature and location of their establishments and to improve access for their patrons. The sign ordinance also allows the Village to enhance the physical appearance and economic viability of commercial districts in the by controlling the number, size and maintenance of sign, awnings, and canopies. The sign ordinance even protects pedestrians and motorists by limiting distractions from too many signs. The sign ordinance requires any business intending to construct, maintain, display or alter a sign to pay a one-time permit application fee and, thereafter, an annual fee. Types of signs that are allowed include multiple-surface signs, awnings, canopies, marquees, freestanding signs, projecting signs and wall signs. Signs that are not allowed include signs which move or appear to move, roof signs, flashing or blinking lights, signs on the public right-of-way and signs on vacant spaces. Temporary signs are allowed for up to 60 days as long as they are mounted and properly maintained. Permanent and temporary window signs must not occupy more than 50% of the window area, except in Downtown Oak Park where special sign restrictions are in place. The design, size, content and structure of all signs must meet all other requirements specified in the sign ordinance. Contact the Building Inspection Services division for a sign application or more information about the sign code. The Community Design Commission considers variance requests from the sign ordinance. Click here to read the current sign regulations
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Contact Number: E-mail: Community Design Commission |
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