Sign Code and Permits; Sign Contractor Licensing

On September 5, 2017, the Lawrence City Commission adopted a new Sign Code (Ordinance No. 9391), which became effective on September 11, 2017. The City of Lawrence Sign Code (Chapter 5-18 of the Lawrence City Code) establishes the goals and purpose for regulation of signs in Lawrence, and sets forth standards for permanent and temporary signs. Minor amendments to the new Sign Code were adopted on March 6, 2018 (Ordinance No. 9439).

• Sign Ordinance and Code – Chapter 5-18
• Sign Contractor Licensing Requirements (excerpt from Chapter 5-18)
• Sign Variance Application Requirements
• Electronic Message Center (EMC) Acknowledgement

Other Sign Code Information:

• Summary of significant regulatory changes
• Temporary sign requirements in Hospital, Commercial, Downtown, and Industrial zoning districts
• Temporary sign requirements in Residential and Office zoning districts
• Temporary Sign Allowance Summary by Zoning and Land Use