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Susanville council orders clearer sign rules after businesses raise concerns

Susanville City Council · April 1, 2026
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Summary

Council discussed Chapter 17.128 of the Susanville Municipal Code and directed staff to return with clarifications on banners, flags, decals and a possible lower-cost minor-sign permit after business owners said notices and fees caused confusion and burden.

Acting Public Works Director Ed Perrin Gethalmar reviewed Susanville’s sign regulations, citing Chapter 17.128 of the Susanville Municipal Code, and told the council the rules aim to let businesses identify themselves while maintaining a consistent visual environment.

The presentation described how most commercial signs require a building permit, noted size and height limits (examples: freestanding signs up to 100–150 sq. ft. depending on district; ground signs typically about 50 sq. ft.; freestanding height limit 15 feet), and explained exemptions…

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