Watsonville, CA · Santa Cruz County
Sign Application
Property owners or authorized agents use this application to request city approval for existing, new, or combined signs in Watsonville.
What this form is
Use this application to request approval for signs in Watsonville; the form says a sign permit is required for signs constructed within city limits. It asks for applicant, owner, and project details, sign types and dimensions, and signatures from the owner and applicant or representative. Attach a sign drawing, a survey of existing signs, and a plot plan with the listed site and sign details.
Who needs it
Property owners or their authorized agents seeking approval for existing or proposed signs within Watsonville city limits need this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Community Development Department, City of Watsonville, 250 Main Street, Watsonville, CA 95076. The form lists (831) 768-3050 and fax (831) 728-6173.
About notarization
This application does not require notarization; the owner and applicant sign and date certifications made under penalty of perjury.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Sign Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the applicant, owner, and project information, describe the signs, and obtain the required owner and applicant signatures and dates.
- 3
Gather The Attachments
Include the proposed sign drawing, a survey of existing signage, and a plot plan showing the proposed sign location and required details.
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Submit To The City
Submit the completed application and attachments to the Community Development Department at 250 Main Street, Watsonville, CA 95076.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Sign Application?
- No. The application does not require notarization. The owner and applicant or representative sign and date certifications made under penalty of perjury.
- How do I submit the Sign Application?
- Submit it to the Community Development Department at 250 Main Street, Watsonville, CA 95076. The form also lists a phone number and fax number.
- What should I attach to the application?
- Attach an 8.5-by-11-inch drawing of the proposed signs, a complete survey of existing signage, and a plot plan showing the proposed sign location and required details.
- Who can file the application?
- The application must be filed by the legal owner of record or an authorized agent. The legal owner's signature must be included as part of a complete application.