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Sign Permits and Installation in Los Angeles, Glendale & Pasadena

Posted by Julie Ramirez on Wed, Jul 31, 2013 @ 10:07 AM

Sign Permits and Installation in Los Angeles, Glendale & Pasadena

As you get ready to install signs for your business, make sure you secure appropriate sign permits. Forgetting this important step could mean you have to remove your signs and also face fines or fees. This wastes your company's valuable resources and costs you time to fix.All cities and municipalities have different sign permit requirements for a multitude of signs including building signs, parking lots, ADA signs and signs for monuments.

The Sign Studio has years of experience in the sign business creating signs that meet requirements and restrictions. Our team can work with your company design and modify it as need to meet any sign permit requirements. Knowing ahead of time what obstacles you might face in installing your signs will help you and The Sign Studio create an appropriate sign to suit your needs and local requirements. Sign permits may feel like a hassle or obstacle to overcome but taking care of permits before installing signs saves time down the road. Skipping this vital step will most likely end in the removal of your sign and a penalty. Without appropriate signage for your business, customers won't be able to locate you as well hurting your business.

Install signs right the first time by securing sign permits. Your business will thank you!

If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please give us a call at The Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com.

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Topics: Sign Permits, ADA Compliance Signs, Sign & Banner Install

Glendale & Pasadena Sign Company | Do You Need A Sign Permit?

Posted by Julie and Chris Ramirez on Fri, Jul 26, 2013 @ 06:07 AM

Glendale & Pasadena Sign Company | Do You Need A Sign Permit?

Sign Permits — A Just for Your Sign Installation
As you get ready to install signs for your business, make sure you secure appropriate sign permits. Forgetting this important step could mean you have to remove your signs and also face fines or fees. This wastes your company's valuable resources and costs you time to fix.All cities and municipalities have different sign permit requirements for a multitude of signs including building signs, parking lots, ADA signs and signs for monuments.

The Sign Studio has years of experience in the sign business creating signs that meet requirements and restrictions. Our team can work with your company design and modify it as need to meet any sign permit requirements. Knowing ahead of time what obstacles you might face in installing your signs will help you and The Sign Studio create an appropriate sign to suit your needs and local requirements.Sign permits may feel like a hassle or obstacle to overcome but taking care of permits before installing signs saves time down the road. Skipping this vital step will most likely end in the removal of your sign and a penalty. Without appropriate signage for your business, customers won't be able to locate you as well hurting your business.

Install signs right the first time by securing sign permits. Your business will thank you!

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If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please give us a call at The Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com.

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Topics: Sign Permits, Sign Design, Glendale & Pasadena Sign Company

Burbank Sign Co. | Sign Variance And Permits? What is the difference?

Posted by Julie and Chris Ramirez on Sun, Nov 18, 2012 @ 06:11 AM

SIGN VARIANCE - What is that? Why do I need a Sign Variance?

It is important to work with your sign professional and local zoning department when designing your business signage. A quick check on the zoning/building code will give you a guideline to use when developing your signage.

Sign Variance Picture

Sign variances become necessary when unique circumstances exist for a property that do not allow for adequate identification of the business. Most sign variances are requested for the purpose of exceeding a municipality's square footage or setback allowances. A quasi-judicial board of elected community members will hear your case and make a decision based on the characteristics of your specific request. Many communities request that you consider and provide answers to the Duncan Factors (used for consideration of area requests).

These are seven factors which the board must answer before approving your variance request. Please find these factors, summarized below:

1). Will the property provide a reasonable return without the variance?
2). Is the variance substantial?
3). Will the surrounding properties be adversely effected by the variance?
4). Will the variance inhibit government services (fire, police, ems)?
5). Is the hardship self-inflicted?
6). Is there a reasonable alternative to this variance?
7). Does the variance follow with the keeping of the zoning code? (Minimum amount needed)

If you have any further questions or need any information, please contact The Sign Studio at (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at thesignstudio@sbcglobal.net.

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Topics: Sign Permits, Burbank Sign Company, Sign Variance

Burbank Sign Company | Do you need a Sign Permit or Sign Variance?

Posted by Julie and Chris Ramirez on Fri, Nov 9, 2012 @ 06:11 AM

SIGN VARIANCE - What is that? Why do I need a Sign Variance?

It is important to work with your sign professional and local zoning department when designing your business signage. A quick check on the zoning/building code will give you a guideline to use when developing your signage.

Sign Variance Picture

Sign variances become necessary when unique circumstances exist for a property that do not allow for adequate identification of the business. Most sign variances are requested for the purpose of exceeding a municipality's square footage or setback allowances. A quasi-judicial board of elected community members will hear your case and make a decision based on the characteristics of your specific request. Many communities request that you consider and provide answers to the Duncan Factors (used for consideration of area requests).

These are seven factors which the board must answer before approving your variance request. Please find these factors, summarized below:

1). Will the property provide a reasonable return without the variance?
2). Is the variance substantial?
3). Will the surrounding properties be adversely effected by the variance?
4). Will the variance inhibit government services (fire, police, ems)?
5). Is the hardship self-inflicted?
6). Is there a reasonable alternative to this variance?
7). Does the variance follow with the keeping of the zoning code? (Minimum amount needed)

If you have any further questions or need any information, please contact The Sign Studio at (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at thesignstudio@sbcglobal.net.

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Topics: Sign Permits, Burbank Sign Company, Sign Variance

Burbank Sign Company | Site Surveys and City Permits for Signs.

Posted by Julie and Chris Ramirez on Wed, Oct 31, 2012 @ 06:10 AM

Do I need to do a Site Survey before I decide on my signage? Absolutely!

Site Survey Image 1

Before starting on any sign project, it is essential to do a site survey. This holds true for monument signs, channel letter signage, outdoor banners etc. The initial survey is the single most important step of your design and marketing effort. Without the information from the survey, the most impressive signage can be rendered ineffective by existing conditions not otherwise recognized.

When conducting the survey, the following conditions should be documented:

Approach - The distance measured along a line of travel from the point where the signage display first becomes visible to the point where copy is no longer readable (having passed perpendicular to the line of sight). Consider the approach to the business. What speed is permitted on the street(s)? What obstructions are along the approach? How clear is the line of sight?

Exposure Time - Exposure time is the amount of time an observer has to view the content of the sign. Exposure time is a function of the approach, noticeability of the sign, legibility of the sign, and rate of travel along the approach path.

Noticeability - This term is actually a combination of detection and conspicuity.

Conspicuity - The quality of an object (sign) or a light source to appear prominent or to stand out in its surroundings. The depth associated with the individual channel letters contributes greatly to this quality.

Detection - The quality or state of being perceivable by the eye. In many outdoor applications, visibility is defined in terms of the distance at which an object can be just perceived (i.e. detected) by the eye. Since channel letters can be spaced without an associated cost in square footage allocation, a spread pattern can often be used to increase the distance at which the letters can be discerned and read.

If you have any questions or need help with your Signage Site Survey, please give us a call at The Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com
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Topics: Sign Permits, Burbank Sign Company, Site Survey for Signs

Burbank Sign Company | Sign Permits and Installation

Posted by Julie and Chris Ramirez on Fri, Aug 31, 2012 @ 06:08 AM

Burbank Sign Company | Sign Permits and Installation

Sign Permits — A Just for Your Sign Installation
As you get ready to install signs for your business, make sure you secure appropriate sign permits. Forgetting this important step could mean you have to remove your signs and also face fines or fees. This wastes your company's valuable resources and costs you time to fix.All cities and municipalities have different sign permit requirements for a multitude of signs including building signs, parking lots, ADA signs and signs for monuments.

The Sign Studio has years of experience in the sign business creating signs that meet requirements and restrictions. Our team can work with your company design and modify it as need to meet any sign permit requirements. Knowing ahead of time what obstacles you might face in installing your signs will help you and The Sign Studio create an appropriate sign to suit your needs and local requirements.Sign permits may feel like a hassle or obstacle to overcome but taking care of permits before installing signs saves time down the road. Skipping this vital step will most likely end in the removal of your sign and a penalty. Without appropriate signage for your business, customers won't be able to locate you as well hurting your business.

Install signs right the first time by securing sign permits. Your business will thank you!

If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please give us a call at The Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com.

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Sign Installation and Permits

Topics: Sign Permits, Burbank Sign Company, Sign Installation

Sign Variance and Sign Permits - Do You Need A Sign Variance?

Posted by Julie and Chris Ramirez on Wed, Apr 11, 2012 @ 06:04 AM

Do You Need Or Want A Sign Variance?

SIGN VARIANCE - What is that? Why do I need a Sign Variance?

It is important to work with your sign professional and local zoning department when designing your business signage. A quick check on the zoning/building code will give you a guideline to use when developing your signage.

Sign Variance Picture

Sign variances become necessary when unique circumstances exist for a property that do not allow for adequate identification of the business. Most sign variances are requested for the purpose of exceeding a municipality's square footage or setback allowances. A quasi-judicial board of elected community members will hear your case and make a decision based on the characteristics of your specific request. Many communities request that you consider and provide answers to the Duncan Factors (used for consideration of area requests).

These are seven factors which the board must answer before approving your variance request. Please find these factors, summarized below:

1). Will the property provide a reasonable return without the variance?
2). Is the variance substantial?
3). Will the surrounding properties be adversely effected by the variance?
4). Will the variance inhibit government services (fire, police, ems)?
5). Is the hardship self-inflicted?
6). Is there a reasonable alternative to this variance?
7). Does the variance follow with the keeping of the zoning code? (Minimum amount needed)

If you have any further questions or need any information, please contact The Sign Studio at (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at thesignstudio@sbcglobal.net.

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Topics: Sign Permits, Sign Design, Sign Variance

Los Angeles Signs | From Concept to Finish at The Sign Studio!

Posted by Julie and Chris Ramirez on Mon, Sep 26, 2011 @ 06:09 AM

A journey from concept to completion at The Sign Studio!

A business with no sign is a sign of no business! This is the mantra behind the success of The Sign Studio. Signs increase traffic and lead to higher sales and success for businesses.

The Sign Studio not only offers custom designed signs and banners, but sign repair and installation, sign removal and even sign site surveys to ensure your sign will get the most exposure. The Sign Studio will even design a logo for the sign to stand out and represent the company in its brightest light. The highest technology is used to create these high impact, cost effective signs to boost business. We produce indoor and outdoor signs as well as illuminated, non-illuminated and even banners of any size.

The team at The Sign Studio promises to make your journey to a successful business easy. We begin by developing a cost effective design and logo. Each client is considered a friend in this journey. As the projects blossom from paper to reality each sign is fabricated with the highest technology possible. Signs are then installed at your location of choice.

We are all about the highest comfort and guarantee to our customers.

From concept to completion The Sign Studio will help you have a successful business. Let us do your signage while you grow your business.....

If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please give us a call at The Sign Studio -  (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com.

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Sign Maintenance, Sign Upkeep, Sign Problems

Topics: Sign Repair and Installation, Sign Permits, Sign Design

Los Angeles Signs | Sign Permits - A Must Have for Your New Sign!

Posted by Julie and Chris Ramirez on Mon, Aug 29, 2011 @ 06:08 AM

Sign Permits — A Must Have for Your Sign Installation
As you get ready to install signs for your business, make sure you secure appropriate sign permits. Forgetting this important step could mean you have to remove your signs and also face fines or fees. This wastes your company's valuable resources and costs you time to fix.All cities and municipalities have different sign permit requirements for a multitude of signs including building signs, parking lots, ADA signs and signs for monuments.

The Sign Studio 
has years of experience in the sign business creating signs that meet requirements and restrictions. Our team can work with your company design and modify it as need to meet any sign permit requirements. Knowing ahead of time what obstacles you might face in installing your signs will help you and The Sign Studio create an appropriate sign to suit your needs and local requirements.Sign permits may feel like a hassle or obstacle to overcome but taking care of permits before installing signs saves time down the road. Skipping this vital step will most likely end in the removal of your sign and a penalty. Without appropriate signage for your business, customers won't be able to locate you as well hurting your business.
Install signs right the first time by securing sign permits. Your business will thank you!  

If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please give us a call at The Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at
info@signstudiola.com.

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Topics: Sign Survey, Sign Elevation Plans, Sign Permits

Los Angeles Signs | Site Surveys for Signage - What you need to know!

Posted by Julie and Chris Ramirez on Mon, Apr 11, 2011 @ 06:04 AM

SITE SURVEYS FOR SIGNAGE - What you need to know!

The Sign Studio Site Survey Image

Before starting on any sign project, it is essential to do a site survey. This holds true for monument signs, channel letter signage, outdoor banners etc. The initial survey is the single most important step of your design and marketing effort. Without the information from the survey, the most impressive signage can be rendered ineffective by existing conditions not otherwise recognized.

When conducting the survey, the following conditions should be documented:

Approach - The distance measured along a line of travel from the point where the signage display first becomes visible to the point where copy is no longer readable (having passed perpendicular to the line of sight). Consider the approach to the business. What speed is permitted on the street(s)? What obstructions are along the approach? How clear is the line of sight?

Exposure Time - Exposure time is the amount of time an observer has to view the content of the sign. Exposure time is a function of the approach, noticeability of the sign, legibility of the sign, and rate of travel along the approach path.

Noticeability - This term is actually a combination of detection and conspicuity.

Conspicuity - The quality of an object (sign) or a light source to appear prominent or to stand out in its surroundings. The depth associated with the individual channel letters contributes greatly to this quality.

Detection - The quality or state of being perceivable by the eye. In many outdoor applications, visibility is defined in terms of the distance at which an object can be just perceived (i.e. detected) by the eye. Since channel letters can be spaced without an associated cost in square footage allocation, a spread pattern can often be used to increase the distance at which the letters can be discerned and read.

If you have any questions or need help with your Signage Site Survey, please give us a call at The Sign Studio (818) 843-9200 or send us an e-mail at info@signstudiola.com
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Topics: Sign Survey, Site Survey for Signage, Sign Permits