Commission bars permanent vinyl banner at 1614 11th Street

Sep 10, 2025

The Monroe Historic Preservation Commission rejected an application to treat a 24-foot vinyl banner as a permanent storefront sign at 1614 11th Street, voting to allow only temporary signage under the district rules and recommending alternatives to the applicant.

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The Monroe Historic Preservation Commission voted to disallow a permanent vinyl banner at 1614 11th Street after commissioners said the material and banner style would undermine the historic downtown’s appearance. The applicant requested a 24-foot vinyl sign; staff and members discussed temporary alternatives and window-lettering options.

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