In business, your first impression is everything. One of the best ways to attract customers to your location is through signage that attractively highlights your branding and is representative of the surrounding community. Check out our Lincoln Park Guide to Good Storefront Design for more information on requirements, best practices, and required permitting.
Sidewalk signs (e.g. A-frame, T-frame, or other temporary self-supporting type signs, placed on the public way) are allowed in the City of Chicago only with the proper City permit. The City permit application for sidewalk signs is available by visiting the City of Chicago’s Inspections, Permitting & Licensing web portal. To learn more about sidewalk sign rules and regulations, visit the Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP)’s guide to sidewalk signs.
