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Building & Code Regulations Division SCANNEL,
Sign Construction Checklist BY
St. Lucie Counts
When you submit your application for any type of sign construction, you should use the
following checklist to determine if your application submittal is complete. Only complete
applications can be accepted for processing. Sign construction includes, but is not limited
to, new construction, repair, or any other structural changes of existing signs. All forms
must be completed in ink, properly signed and notarized.
Sign Permit Application
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A completely filled out sign permit application must be
submitted, including subcontractor information and
agreements if applicable. The application must be
signed by the applicant/qualifier and notarized.
Recorded Warranty Deed
1
If the property has been purchased within the last six
months, the Property Appraiser records may not_be up
to date. In this case, we must see a recorded warranty
deed in your name to prove ownership.
Notice of Commencement
1
A recorded Notice of Commencement for any sign
construction with a value exceeding $2,500 has to be
submitted at time of building permit application.
Surveys
2
Surveys are required for all building permits involving
a sign structure with a construction value exceeding
$10,000. The survey must show the actual location of
all existing and proposed signs on the property. Signs
on corner lots must follow specific setbacks to ensure a
sufficient sight visibility triangle for the adjacent roads.
The surveys must be signed/sealed by a registered
Florida surveyor. Please see our survey requirement
sheet forspecific requirements.
Construction Plans
2 sets
All proposed sign construction must be accurately
shown on the plans including but not limited to
electrical wiring, footing size, location and size of
reinforcing steel, size and lettering on sign etc. Plans
for wall signs must also show location, attachment
information, size, height and width of total wall face
area of each establishment fronting on the street. Plans
for ground signs must show a landscaped area around
its base, which extends a minimum distance of 3 feet in
all directions. All sets need to be signed and sealed by a
Florida registered engineer. Please contact our
Building Division at (772)462-1553 for construction
information.
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Owner/Builder Affidavit
1
When the application is applied for under the
owner/builder provisions of Chapter 489.103(7), F.S.,
the applicant for this sign permit must personally
appear to sign the affidavit.
Vegetation Removal Permit
1
Applies to all properties. A completely filled out
vegetation removal application must be submitted with
the sign permit application. Any questions need to be
directed to the Environmental Resource Department at
772-462-2531.
Wind Load Calculation
2
This form needs to be signed/sealed by a Florida
registered engineer.
Ground Sign Landscape
1
Must be signed by the property owner and notarized
Affidavit
for all ground sign permit applications.
Filled Lands
1
Must be signed by the property owner and notarized.
Affidavit
NOTES:
Additional information beyond that contained in the checklist may be required in order to ensure a complete
review of your building permit application.
All impact fees will have to be paid at the time of permit issuance.
You are required to call for all inspections as indicated on your building permit and for a final inspection.
If you have any questions, you are encouraged to ask our staff in the Building & Zoning Department. Please call
7721-462-1553 for further information.
SLCPDSD revised 06/14/2010