OFF-PREMISE SIGN GENERAL APPLICATION SUBMITTAL
REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATIONS FOR OFF-PREMISE SIGNS MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING SUBMITTAL
INFORMATONS:
1. PERMI
T FEE: A PERMIT FEE OF $210.00 IS REQUIRED FOR ALL OFF-PREMISE SIGN PERMITS
AND SHALL BE PAID PRIOR TO PROCESSING THE APPLICATON. PAYMENT SHALL BE MADE
PAYABLE TO BAY COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION, 840 West 11
th
Street, Room
2350, PANAMA CITY, FL 32401
2. COPY
OF DEED AND PID NUMBER
: A COPY OF THE DEED WITH FULL LEGAL
DESCRIPTION ALONG WITH THE PARCEL ID NUMBER OF THE PARCEL WHERE THE SIGN
WILL BE LOCATED.
3. COPY
OF LEASE/LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION
: IF THE APPLICANT IS NOT THE OWNER
OF THE PROPERTY ON WHICH THE SIGN IS TO PLACED, A COPY OF THE LEASE AS WELL
AS A NOTARIZED LETTER OF AUTHORIZATON FROM THE PROPERTY OWNER MUST BE
PROVIDED.
4. MAP: A G
ENERAL VICINTIY OR LOCATIONS MAP DRAWN OR SHOWN TO SCALE THE SITE
LOCATION.
5. PHOT
OGRAPHS: PROVIDE PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE TWO NEAREST OFF-PREMISE SIGNS
REFERENCED IN SECTION “C” OF THE PERMIT APPLICATION.
6. ATT
ACH WRITTEN NOTIFICATION FOR PERMIT(#) AND LOCATION OF SIGN TO BE
RELINQUISED, IF APPLICABLE.
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE THREE SETS OF THE FOLLOWING:
7. SITE
PLAN: DRAWN TO A SCALE OF NO GREATER THAN 1”=40’ WITH A NORTH ARROW,
WHICH SHALL INDICATE THE DIMENSIONS OF THE PARCEL, LOCATION OF EXISTING
BUILDING(S) AND SIGN(S) AND DIMENSIONS OF THE SETBACKS FROM THE SIDE AND
FRONT LOT LINES. ALSO INDICATE LOCATION OF NEW SIGN(S) SHOWING DIMENSIONS OF
THE NEW SETBACKS FROM THE SIDE AND FRONT LOT LINES.
8. ST
RUCTURAL DRAWINGS: A SCALE STRUCTURAL DRAWING OF THE SIGN(S) MUST BE
PROVIDED WHICH INCLUDES A CROSS-SECTION DRAWING AND DETAILS OF ALL
CONNECTIONS, GUY-WIRES, SUPPORTS, FOOTINGS, AND MATERIALS USED. THESE
DRAWINGS MUST BE SEALED BY AN ENGINEER LICENSED TO PRACTICE IN THE STATE OF
FLORIDA.
BAY COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION
840 West 11
th
Street, Room 2350
Panama City, Florida 32401
(850) 248-8250 FAX (850) 248-8267
e-mail: planning @ baycountyfl.gov
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CHECKLIST FOR CHANGES/MODIFICATIONS TO AN
EXISTING SIGN
1. Type of sign(s) involved: Free-standing sign ___ Wall sign ___ Both ___
2. Is the existing sign(s) Non-Conforming? Yes ___ No ___
3. Is an increase in size (sq .ft.), height (ft.), mass, or bulk involved?* Yes ___ No ___
If yes, Provide details of proposed increase by illustrating existing and proposed sign,
including dimensions.
For Free-standing Signs:
4. Does the existing sign(s) meet the setback requirement from property line to leading
edge of sign? Yes ___ No___
5. What is the distance (in feet) from the property line to leading edge of sign? _______
6. Total height of sign (in feet): Existing _______ Proposed _______
7. Distance from grade to bottom of sign (in feet): Existing _______ Proposed _______
*Non-Conforming signs shall not be increased in size,
including additional square feet, height, mass, or bulk.
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OFF PREMISE SIGN PERMIT APPLICATION
Must have SR-2, C-1, C-2, C-3, IND-1 or IND-2 Zoning and a FDOT Permit.
** THIS PERMIT EXPIRES 6 MONTHS FOLLOWING APPROVAL **
File No: _____________________ Application Received: ______________________
(To be completed by Staff) (To be completed by Staff)
(A) APPLICANT/OWNERSHIP INFORMATION (PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
I. Applicant Name: ___________________________________________________
The Applicant is the: A) Property Owner _______ or; B) Authorized Agent ______
(If the applicant is an agent, attach a signed statement from the property owner
granting permission for the agent to obtain any necessary permits.)
Applicant Address: _________________________________________________
E-Mail Address: ___________________________________________________
Applicant Phone: (____) _________________ Fax: (____) __________________
II. Property Owner Name: _______________________________________________
Property Owner Address: _____________________________________________
E-Mail Address: ___________________________________________________
Property Owner Phone: (____) _______________
III. Sign Contractor Name: ______________________________________________
Sign Contractor Address: ____________________________________________
E-Mail Address: _____________________________________________________
Sign Contractor Phone: (____) ______________ Fax: (____) ________________
(B) PARCEL INFORMATION
PARCEL I.D.#: ____________________________________________________
(REQUIRED)
Street Address Where Sign To Be Located: ___________________________________
Current Use Of Property: __________________________________________________
Zoning Designation of Property: ____________________________________________
BAY COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING AND ZONING DIVISION
840 West 11
th
Street, Room 2350
Panama City, Florida 32401
(850) 248-8250 FAX (850) 248-8267
e-mail: planning @ baycountyfl.gov
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(C)
ADJACENT SIGNAGE INFORMATION
Street Address/Location Of Nearest Off-Premise Sign:
______________________________________________________________________
Distance (In Feet) To Nearest Off-Premise Sign: _______________________________
Street Address/Location Of Nearest Off-Premise Sign:
______________________________________________________________________
Distance (In Feet) To Nearest Off-Premise Sign: _______________________________
(D) PROPOSED SIGNAGE INFORMATION
Dimensions of Sign Face Area (In Square feet): ________________________________
Overall Sign Height (From Top to Sign Face to Ground): _________________________
Sign Face Clearance (From Bottom of Sign to Ground): ___________________________
Distance From Proposed Sign Location to Property Lines: ________________________
Front (Right-of-Way): _______________
Side: ____________________________
Side: ____________________________
(*NOTE: SETBACKS Leading edge of Sign must meet setback requirements.)
Type of OFF-PREMISE Sign: _____ Static
_____ Electronic
_____ Tri-Vision
_____ Other (Describe) _______________________
NIT Illumination: ___________ Daylight Hours
(5,000 Maximum)
___________ Dusk to Dawn
(500 Maximum)
Permit (#) and Location of Sign To Be Relinquished, if applicable: __________________
______________________________________________________________________
Applicant’s Signature: __________________________________________________
(Please attach a letter or authorization from property owner if authorized agent is submitting application.)
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DO NOT WRITE IN THIS AREA
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
Date Application Deemed Incomplete (If Applicable):_______________
Date Application Deemed Complete:____________________________
Date Application Reviewed:____________Reviewed By:____________
Permissible
Proposed
Number of Signs Allowed __________ ________
Total Sign Area Allowed __________ ________
Minimum Distance From Property
Lines (Front, Sides) __________ ________
Sign Height __________ ________
Comments:
________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
Application Approved For Transmittal To Builders’ Services Division:____________
(Affix Planning Division Stamp and Date)
Application Denied For Transmittal To Builders’ Services Division:______________
(Affix Planning Division Stamp and Date)
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FORM B35
BAY COUNTY BUILDERS SERVICES DIVISION
SIGN PERMIT CHECKLIST
AVOID PROCESSING DELAYS
Please provide all applicable items listed below. This form is for building permit
purposes and not for Planning Division submittals.
1. _____ TWO COMPLETE SETS OF PLANS, drawn to scale containing the
site plan as approved by Planning & Zoning department.
Construction drawings must indicate compliance with section 3107
of the Florida Building Code.
2. _____ For all billboard or off premise signs in the unincorporated
county, prior to construction, a survey by a licensed surveyor shall
be submitted displaying where the property should be staked at the
edge of the ROW and the location of the site pole. Survey markers
shall be placed by a licensed surveyor staking the edge of the
ROW and the centered location of the support pole. Prior to final
inspection, the applicant shall submit a certified as built plan which
confirms compliance with height and setbacks approved by
Planning and Zoning.
3. _____ For all freestanding signs, property line must be staked and
identified at first inspection. If setbacks are at all questionable, the
inspector will require an as built survey to verify setbacks before
approval.
4. _____ Written approval from your Planning Department (City or County)
5. _____ Complete, notarized Building Permit Application.
6. _____ Verified legal address letter.
_________________________________ Phone:_____________ Cell:______________
Applicant Signature
_________________________________ Date:_____________________________
Print Applicant Name
NOTICE: In addition to the requirements of this permit, there may be additional restrictions applicable to
this property that may be found in the public records of this county, and there may be additional permits
required from other government entities such as water management districts, state agencies, or federal
agencies.
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BAY COUNTY BUILDERS’ SERVICES DIVISION
840 W. 11th Street, Panama City, Fl. 32401
Phone: (850) 248-8350 Fax: (850) 248-8384
BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION FOR A SIGN
NOTE: IF 180 DAYS ELAPSE WITHOUT AN INSPECTION, THIS PERMIT EXPIRES AND
WILL HAVE TO BE REPURCHASED
Permit No.
Business Name
____________________________________________
Contractor/Qualifier
____________________________________________
Owner’s Name
____________________________________________
Contact Person for this Project
____________________________________________
Street Address
____________________________________________
Street Address
____________________________________________
City
___________________________
State
________________
City
___________________________
State
_______________
Phone Number
_____________________
E-mail
_____________________
Phone Number
______________________
E-mail
____________________
Job/Site Address
_____________________________________________
Contractor License Number
____________________________________________
Parcel ID No.
_____________________________
Project Type Sign
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Description of work to be performed under this permit
____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____Illuminated
_____Non-Illuminated
Job Value
___________________________
Area of 1 side
______________
Height
_______________
No. of Signs
_______________
Sq. ft.
ft.
Activity-Sign (check one)
(___) on site
(___) off site
(___) portable
(___) temporary
(___) permanent
Plot Plan
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature of Applicant
Date
___________________
Permit Fee
__________________________
I, certify that the Outdoor Advertising
Sign will meet all the requirements in Chapter 30/ Signs of the Bay County Land Development Regulations. Also, I
realize that 1,500 ft. spacing shall be determined based on valid County permits and a prior permit holder shall have
priority over a later applicant in determining compliance with the spacing restrictions.
Signature of Applicant Date
Signature of Building Official Date
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