Eaton Rapids, MI · Eaton County
Banner Permit
Organizations use this permit application to request permission to install an overhead banner at one of the listed locations.
What this form is
Organizations complete this application to request a permit for an overhead banner at one of the two listed locations on South Main Street. It asks for organization and contact details, the banner message, and installation and removal dates. The permit also lists banner construction and placement requirements, a non-refundable $50 fee, and a requirement to return the signed permit at least three weeks before installation.
Who needs it
An organization planning to install an overhead banner at either listed South Main Street location should complete this application.
How to submit it
Pay the $50 non-refundable fee when applying and sign and return the permit to the City at least three weeks before installation. Bring the banner to City Hall at 200 S. Main St. at least 48 hours before installation.
About notarization
This permit is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download the Permit
Download the Banner Permit PDF.
- 2
Complete the Application
Provide the organization and contact information, choose a listed location, and enter the installation date, removal date, and banner message.
- 3
Review Banner Requirements
Check the permit's construction and placement requirements before preparing the banner.
- 4
Sign and Return the Permit
Pay the $50 non-refundable fee when applying and return the signed permit to the City at least three weeks before installation.
- 5
Bring the Banner to City Hall
Bring the banner to City Hall at 200 S. Main St. at least 48 hours before installation.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Banner Permit?
- No. The permit has a signature and date line but does not require notarization; the signer just signs and dates it.
- How do I submit the Banner Permit?
- Pay the $50 non-refundable fee when applying, then sign and return the permit to the City at least three weeks before installation. Bring the banner to City Hall at least 48 hours before installation.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for the organization and contact person, address, phone, fax, email, selected location, installation and removal dates, and the banner message.
- What are the banner requirements?
- The permit specifies height, length, material, grommet and wind-slit requirements, along with clearance from traffic signals and visibility of traffic control devices.