Signs, signs, everywhere a sign

When ordering extra signage from us, it is important to be aware of your local sign ordinances and practices. While each community is different, here are a few links that may help:

Summary Chart of 2008 ordinances: from the REALTOR associations of Seattle-King County, Tacoma-Pierce County, and Snohomish County-Camano. You can check for updates on this matrix by visiting NWRealtor.com and clicking on the Tri City Sign-Code Matrix.

City of Redmond Sign Ordinance: from Redmond Neighborhood blog

The City of Bothell also sent out a notice on January 26, 2009 requesting compliance with its ordinance, which according to the Northwest Multiple Listing Service states:

• Up to four off-premise open house signs may be used.
• Signs may be place in the public right-of-way (off the roadway) except where landscaped with anything other than a lawn.
• Signs may not be placed in an intersection or traffic island at any time.
• These signs may be placed where they do not block pedestrian, bicycle or handicapped access.
• Signs may be posted only during daylight hours when the agent or property owner is in attendance at the property.
• Directions/stake signs are not allowed.

For more information on sign ordinances in your city, please contact your local government office.