What is the Sign Permit Submittal Checklist?

It lists the application materials and supporting documents needed for sign permit plan review, including drawings, a site plan, and insurance or an exemption affidavit.

Who uses this sign permit checklist?

Applicants preparing a sign permit application use it to check that the listed plans, sign details, and insurance or exemption documents are included.

Do I need a notary for the Sign Permit Submittal Checklist?

No. The checklist itself does not require notarization. An attached form must be completed and notarized if a homeowner or contractor without workers’ compensation constructs the sign.

McKeesport, PA · Allegheny County

No notary required

Sign Permit Submittal Checklist

This checklist helps applicants prepare a sign permit application and supporting materials for review by the Building Inspection Underwriters.

What this form is

Use this checklist when submitting a sign permit application so the plans can be reviewed for code compliance. It lists the completed permit application, sealed drawings, a site plan, sign support and lighting details, and workers’ compensation insurance or an affidavit of exemption. Depending on who constructs the sign and their workers’ compensation coverage, an attached form must also be completed and notarized.

Who needs it

Applicants seeking a sign permit should use this checklist to assemble the application materials and supporting documents listed for plan review.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This checklist is signed without a notary; if a homeowner or contractor without workers’ compensation constructs the sign, the attached form must be completed and notarized.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Checklist
Download the Sign Permit Submittal Checklist PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Complete the permit application and check each listed submittal requirement.
3
Gather Supporting Materials
Gather sealed drawings, a site plan, sign details, and workers’ compensation proof or an affidavit of exemption.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the materials to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Sign Permit Submittal Checklist?: It lists the application materials and supporting documents needed for sign permit plan review, including drawings, a site plan, and insurance or an exemption affidavit.
Who uses this sign permit checklist?: Applicants preparing a sign permit application use it to check that the listed plans, sign details, and insurance or exemption documents are included.
Do I need a notary for the Sign Permit Submittal Checklist?: No. The checklist itself does not require notarization. An attached form must be completed and notarized if a homeowner or contractor without workers’ compensation constructs the sign.
How do I submit the sign permit materials?: Submit the materials to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Sign Permit Submittal Checklist doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another McKeesport form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.