Free Tool

Grand Opening Signage Planner

Enter your opening date and city type. Get a personalized timeline showing every signage deadline — working backwards from opening day.

Your Opening Details

We'll build a custom timeline based on your situation.

Target Opening Date The day you want customers walking in

City / Municipality Size

Sign Type

Are You in a Historic District?

Business Name (optional) Used to personalize your timeline

Lease Signed / Start Date (optional) We'll mark how much runway you have

Your Signage Timeline

Banner strategy: Apply for a temporary banner permit at the same time you submit your permanent sign permit. Most cities process banner permits in 1–5 days. A banner on opening day — while your permanent sign is being fabricated — is standard practice.

Download Application Checklist → Download Timeline PDF →

Timeline estimates are based on typical municipal processing times. Actual timelines vary — verify current review times with your local planning department before making scheduling commitments.