Sign Code

• Section 5.6 Sign Regulations

Sign Programs

• Current Sign Programs around Gilbert

Permit Processing Times

• Quality control (QC): 3 working days 
• 1st review: 8 working days
• 2nd review: 4 working days 

Processes and Approvals

• Must meet Sign Code to be processed administratively.
• Size and location changes to existing monument signs must be reviewed.
• A sign building permit is issued after planning design review.
• For minor text changes, use the Design Review CSP/HSP/MSP Amendment Administrative Minor application.
• Still have questions?

Fee Schedule

• Sign Permit Fees

• Development Services Fees

Permanent Signs

Permanent Signs (Section 5.6.11) are regulated by zoning district. Some examples include, but are not limited to:

• Freestanding monument
• Wall-mounted signs

Temporary Signs

Temporary Signs (Section 5.6.9) are regulated by zoning district. Some examples include, but are not limited to:

• A-Frames
• T-Frames
• Open House
• Window 
• Sign Walkers
• Balloons and inflatables are allowed in conjunction with Temporary Uses (Section 5.1.16) such as special events and seasonal sales.
• Residential Subdivision for Model Homes
• Offsite Temporary Signs on private property
• Political Signs - Refer to Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.§16-1019)
• Banners and Flying Banners (requires non-permanent sign permit)

In March of 2020, Governor Ducey declared a Public Health State of Emergency due to the necessity to prepare for, prevent, respond to, and mitigate the spread of COVID-19. In response, the Town of Gilbert sought to support our business communities by relaxing many of our sign regulations and temporary signage permit requirements to ensure that Gilbert businesses had every opportunity to communicate with patrons.
 
With the rescission of the Executive Orders, the Town of Gilbert will be transitioning back to its normal sign regulations, permitting, and enforcement procedures.  Beginning on July 1, 2022, the Town will be returning to its pre-COVID sign regulations and permit requirements. As a result, all area businesses will be required to once again obtain all necessary permits pertaining to temporary signage. Equally, all onsite temporary signage must comply with the Town’s sign regulations. Please note that after July 1st, all prohibited signage will be subject to normal enforcement notification and enforcement policies. 
 
Please see the sign code (Section 5.6) of the Gilbert Land Development Code for sign requirements.

Prohibited Signs

Prohibited Signs (Section 5.6.3) include, but are not limited to: 

• Billboards 
• Pole
• Animated
• Blinking
• Signs in right-of-way 

Contact Info

• Dana Stevens (Planning Specialist)
• Jasmine Carter (Planning Specialist)
• Lorrie DeOrio (Code Compliance Administrator)
• Sign Inspection Requests: Schedule your inspection online.