DT1683 Directional Signs Checklist (Sign Permit)



DIRECTIONAL SIGNS CHECKLIST

Wisconsin Department of Transportation

DT1683 3/2007

Trans 201.05, Wis. Adm. Code. See definition at Trans 201.05(1)(h)

This checklist will help in determining when the criteria established for this sign category is met. Use this in addition to the "Applicant Instructions" on form DT1680 Outdoor Sign Installation Application and Permit.

1. Attach to the application documentation (photos, brochures, articles, visitor counts, etc.) to prove:

a. The attraction qualifies in one of the following divisions of the directional category: government, natural phenomena, historic, cultural, scientific, educational, religious, of natural scenic beauty, or naturally suited for outdoor recreation. Each activity for which a directional sign application is submitted may be inspected by a Department representative.

b. The attraction is nationally or regionally known.

c. The attraction is of outstanding interest to the traveling public.

2. The proposed sign's display area shall not exceed 150 square feet, with the largest dimension not exceeding 20 feet in either length or height.

3. The proposed sign shall not exceed the limit of three directional signs per direction of travel for each highway for the advertised activity.

4. The proposed sign shall not be located:

a. Within 300 feet* of an intersection at grade, or

b. Within 300 feet* of any other sign (except on-property or official signs), or

c. Within 2,000 feet* of an interchange or intersection at-grade along interstates or other freeways, or

d. Within 2,000 feet* of a rest area, park land, or officially designated scenic area.

5. The proposed sign:

a. Shall be within 50 air miles (75 miles along interstates) of the advertised activity, and

b. Shall not be located past the advertised activity.

6. At least one mile shall separate the proposed sign and any other existing directional sign. The Regional Outdoor Advertising Coordinator will determine when this requirement is met.

7. The proposed sign shall display only directions to and the name of the attraction. Descriptive wording and pictorials are prohibited. Display of established logos or trademarks is not acceptable.

8. The proposed sign shall not display any flashing or moving lights, or any moving parts.

9. There are no scenic easements or deed restrictions, which apply at the proposed sign site.

10. The proposed sign shall not resemble an official highway sign or device.

11. If erected, the proposed sign shall not become a highway hazard. For example, the sign shall not block the vision of a motorist on a side road or street.

12. The proposed sign shall not block the motorist's view of an official highway sign or device, or any other lawfully erected sign.

13. The proposed sign shall not be built on highway right-of-way.

14. The proposed sign shall be visible without clearing vegetation from the highway right-of-way

15. When a proposed sign will be built in designated wetlands, the applicant is responsible for obtaining approval from the appropriate regulatory agency, for example, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources or the U.S. Corp of Engineers.

16. Is electric service to the proposed sign required?

No Yes - Notify the Regional Utility Permit Coordinator.

17. Has the Trans. 233 requirement on the permit application been checked?

18. The applicant is reminded that access from any highway travel lane for installation, maintenance, or repair of a sign is expressly prohibited.

* Measure along the highway from the beginning or ending of the pavement widening at the exit from or the entrance to the main traveled way.

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