Permitting

Everything regarding permitting with the jurisdiction of your business. . .

The Permitting Experience

Light Bright manages the entire sign permitting process—plans, engineering, revisions, and city approvals—so your project moves forward without delays or violations.

We navigate codes, inspectors, and jurisdictions to keep your sign compliant and installation-ready.

We engineer every sign for performance, compliance, and longevity—starting at the site level.

Sign Permitting Services – Why It’s Critical Before Installation

In the signage industry, permitting isn’t paperwork — it’s protection. It protects your investment, your timeline, and your brand’s reputation. Before a single hole is drilled or a sign is fabricated, professional permitting ensures your project complies with city codes, zoning laws, structural requirements, and electrical regulations. Skipping this step can result in fines, stop-work orders, or complete sign removal. At Light Bright–level standards, permitting is handled with precision, strategy, and speed.

Why Sign Permitting Is So Important

1. Legal Compliance Every municipality has strict signage codes regulating:    •   Sign size and height    •   Illumination type (LED, neon, non-illuminated)    •   Setbacks and placement    •   Electrical components    •   Wind load and structural ratings For example, in cities like Las Vegas, signage regulations are highly specific due to zoning overlays and visibility standards. Failing to secure proper permits can lead to forced removal — even after installation. 2. Protects Your Investment Fabricating a sign before approval is a financial risk. If plans don’t meet code:    •   The sign may need redesigning    •   Structural modifications may be required    •   Electrical components may need re-engineering Permitting prevents costly rework. 3. Avoids Project Delays Improper documentation or incomplete submissions can delay projects by weeks or months. A professional permitting process ensures:    •   Accurate drawings    •   Engineered calculations    •   Complete applications    •   Timely follow-ups with city reviewers 4. Ensures Structural & Electrical Safety Large illuminated signs must meet wind-load engineering standards and NEC electrical codes. Permits verify:    •   Structural anchoring integrity    •   Load calculations    •   Electrical safety compliance    •   Proper disconnects and transformers This protects both property owners and customers. 5. Maintains Brand Integrity Nothing damages credibility like a sign tagged by the city or shut down due to violations. Professional permitting protects your public image.

What We Handle During the Permitting Process

A full-service sign permitting strategy includes:    •   Zoning research    •   Code compliance analysis    •   Site documentation    •   Engineered stamped drawings    •   Electrical load calculations    •   Landlord approvals (if required)    •   City submission & review coordination    •   Plan revisions if required    •   Final inspection scheduling This is not clerical work — it’s strategic project management

The Cost of Skipping Permits

 •   City fines    •   Removal orders    •   Insurance complications    •   Delayed openings    •   Lost revenue    •   Reputational damage Permitting is not an expense — it’s risk management.

results

Professional sign permitting is the backbone of a successful signage project. It aligns design, engineering, compliance, and execution — ensuring your sign is not only visually powerful but legally protected.

Integrity

If you want it installed right, it has to be approved right.