Storefront Sign Requirements

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If your sign is not illuminated and is six square feet or less, you do not need a permit. If it is painted on a wall, you also do not need a permit. But, you must follow local zoning regulations for signs.

For signs larger than six square feet, you need approval from the Department of Buildings (DOB). You also need to follow local zoning regulations for signs. A registered architect, licensed engineer or sometimes a licensed sign hanger must submit plans. Permit fees depend on the job's estimated cost.

Please contact the Department of Buildings for more information.

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Storefront Signs Information
NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)
Manhattan Borough Office
280 Broadway, 3rd Floor
New York
NY
10007
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/dob/office-locations.page
(212) 393-2614
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NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)
Bronx Borough Office
1932 Arthur Ave, 5th Floor
Bronx
NY
10457
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/dob/office-locations.page
(718) 960-4710
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NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)
Brooklyn Borough Office
210 Joralemon Street, 8th Floor
Brooklyn
NY
11201
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/dob/office-locations.page
(718) 802-3675
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NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)
Queens Borough Office
120-55 Queens Blvd.
Kew Gardens
NY
11424
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/dob/office-locations.page
(718) 286-7620
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NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)
Staten Island Borough Office
10 Richmond Terrace, Borough Hall, 2nd Floor
Staten Island
NY
10301
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/dob/office-locations.page
(718) 420-5400
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