Agency official warns some sign placements will require state permits; installation may need temporary methods
Jul 23, 2026
Committee heard technical guidance on installation methods and state permitting requirements. An agency official said certain placements require a state permit and suggested the committee identify exact locations so staff can confirm permit thresholds and suitable foundations.
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An agency official (Speaker 4) advised the committee that some sign installations will require state permitting depending on the set-back from the roadway and the chosen mounting method. The official described technical installation options — excavating and setting a base, using a temporary sleeve, or direct-bury posts — and cautioned that installing permanent foundations before the state road project could create extra rework.
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