Sign
A Sign application is typically required for a new sign or change/replacement of an existing sign. The below checklist, and all attachments and listed documents, must be submitted for an application to be considered for placement on a Planning Board agenda. Please initial each item submitted and sign below.
Required Submitals for an application to be considered COMPLETE and ready for placement on an Agenda:
Completed Sign Application (attached) = 1 copy
Owner Authorization” (if necessary; attached). This form must be submitted if the Applicant is not the Owner of the building/property. 1 copy with original signature
Ethics Disclosure Form (attached) = 1 copy
Narrative: A summary of the request; describe dimensions, height, and lighting (if any). (15 copies)
8” x 10” or 11” x 17” color rendering/image of the proposed sign(s) (15 copies of each sign)
Plan showing the location of the proposed sign and property boundaries/right-of-way (15 copies)
$110 Application Fee for the 1st sign; $55 each for each additional; made payable to: “Town of Halfmoon”Additional Important Information:
Illumination/LED: LED sign illumination is subject to the discretion of the Planning Board; contact the
Planning Department with any questions regarding restrictions and/or limitations of LED lighting.
Two-Sided Signs: The square footage of only one side of a two-sided sign is used in calculations.
Location: Signs must NOT be placed in the Right of Way and minimum 50 ft. from a residential district.
Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Complete applications will be placed on the agenda at
the discretion of the Planning Board Chair. You will be notified by email when you are on an agenda.
Building Permit: Most signs require a Building Permit. If approved by the Board, you must contact this office
to determine these requirements and complete a Building permit application.