Council grants encroachment license for downtown projecting sign at 77 E. Market St.

Harrisonburg City Council · February 25, 2025

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Summary

Council approved an encroachment license for a projecting sign/awning for a downtown business at 77 East Market Street; the license requires insurance and is revocable.

City Attorney briefed council on Feb. 25 about an encroachment‑license application for 77 East Market Street. The applicant requested permission for a projecting sign/awning that extends over the public sidewalk and into the city's airspace.

The license agreement requires the applicant to carry insurance and allows the city to revoke the license if needed. Council voted to approve the agreement; staff will finalize the license with the business and confirm insurance and maintenance requirements.