Sign Permit in Scottsdale, Arizona
A sign permit is required for permanent signs in Scottsdale. Sign permit fees are based on the square footage of each sign, with a single base fee per permit application regardless of the number of signs. Temporary banners have a separate flat fee. Apply through the Scottsdale SPUR portal using the Sign Permit Application.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- Apply through Scottsdale SPUR portal using the Sign Permit Application
- Provide sign dimensions (square footage per sign)
- Signs must comply with the Scottsdale Zoning Ordinance sign regulations
Required documents
- Req
Application for Sign Permit
Scottsdale's sign permit application; available on the Planning and Development Forms page
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign permit — base fee (applied once per application) | $237 base fee (applied once per permit application, not per sign) | Permit Fee Schedule – Miscellaneous, Resolution No. 13661 (FY 2026/27, effective July 1, 2026). |
| Sign permit — per-sign fee by size | 0–10 sq. ft.: $26/sign; 11–20 sq. ft.: $168/sign; 21–30 sq. ft.: $268/sign; 31 sq. ft. and over: $363/sign | Permit Fee Schedule – Miscellaneous, Resolution No. 13661. Source: scottsdaleaz.gov/planning-development/fees. |
| Temporary Banner | $37 | Permit Fee Schedule – Miscellaneous, Resolution No. 13661. |
Review timeline
~5–15 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Scottsdale building department
Inspection process
- 1
Final inspection
Sign installation inspected when complete.
Tips
- The $237 base fee is charged once per permit application regardless of how many signs are on the application.
- Sign size fees range from $26 (up to 10 sq. ft.) to $363 (over 31 sq. ft.) per sign.
- Temporary banners are a flat $37.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a sign permit cost in Scottsdale?
- A $237 base fee per application plus a per-sign fee based on size: $26 for 0–10 sq. ft., $168 for 11–20 sq. ft., $268 for 21–30 sq. ft., and $363 for signs 31 sq. ft. or larger. Temporary banners are $37. Source: Permit Fee Schedule – Miscellaneous, Resolution No. 13661 (effective July 1, 2026).
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- City of Scottsdale Planning and Development Services — official building department
- Application for Sign Permit — PDF
- Permit Fee Schedule – Miscellaneous (FY 2026/27, Resolution No. 13661) — PDF
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Scottsdale building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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