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Codes & Regulations

Our Experts = Your SuperPower

At ISA, we help sign and graphics companies overcome their toughest regulatory challenges—so you can save time, reduce costs, and deliver the right sign for the job.
 
Research shows that even one new or upgraded sign can dramatically boost a business’s visibility—and its revenue. That success fuels job creation, strengthens local economies, and builds thriving communities.
 
Here’s how ISA helps you succeed:
 
  • We advocate for fair, business-friendly sign codes in communities across the country—so you can get signs approved and installed faster.
  • We provide 1-on-1 expert guidance on permitting and compliance to help you avoid costly delays and penalties.
  • We push back against overly restrictive regulations that tie your hands unnecessarily. 
  • We share powerful research that proves the economic value of signage to influence local decision-makers.

Backed by decades of experience in the sign industry, urban planning, and federal policy, ISA brings unparalleled insight to local, state, and national regulatory issues.

Need help with a sign code challenge or variance?
Don’t go it alone—connect with ISA’s experts today and turn red tape into real results.

Over the years, we've reached out to ISA to help us in situations where cities weren't allowing digital signs. They've been a great resource to help educate communities to allow these new technologies.

David Goodson

Impact Signs Awnings Wraps

It's always beneficial to show ISA research to planners. It gives credibility what we're presenting as they make decisions on sign codes.

Cindy Proett

Lumineo

We have been battling sign codes for years over EMCs. ISA put together some strong talking points for a successful variance. Not only do we have a happy customer, but we've loosened up the sign code for future EMCs.

Tim Cambron

Ruggles Sign

Hear more from your sign and graphics colleagues about working with ISA’s advocacy team on our Youtube Playlist. 

1-on-1 Sign Code and Regulatory Support

Fewer code headaches. More installs. ISA helps you solve tough regulatory issues and get projects approved faster and with less stress.

Community Code Development

Better codes. Better business.
ISA partners with communities nationwide to shape fair sign codes—so you can focus on building, not battling bureaucracy.

Technical Standardds

From ADA to NEC, we’ve got you.
ISA helps you understand national technical codes—so you stay compliant and avoid costly mistakes.

State and Federal Regulations

Compliance is costly. Noncompliance costs more.
ISA helps you navigate state and federal laws—protecting your business and your bottom line.

Legal Issues

Your signs have rights.
ISA ensures communities follow court rulings that protect signage—so you can build your projects with confidence.

Variance Services

ISA builds winning cases—so you can deliver the sign your customer wants, even when the code doesn’t align.

Need ISA's Help with Codes & Regulations?

Email ISA's advocacy team (signcodehelp@signs.org) with a brief description and it will get routed to the appropriate contact. 

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Meet ISA's Sign Code Superheroes

 

David Hickey

Vice President, Advocacy

David spent years working in the US House of Representatives and in the U.S. Senate, and has been with ISA since 2006. 

James Carpentier, AICP

Director State & Local Govt Affairs

James is a certified planner by trade, which gives ISA a credible and knowledgeable voice when working with local officials. James has been with ISA since 2011.

 

Kenny Peskin

Director, Industry Programs

Kenny grew up in the sign industry, so he has a vast understanding of the technical and regulatory issues involved with signs. Kenny has been with ISA since 2008.

Much of ISA's advocacy work is powered by the Sign Research Foundation and its library of resources. Be sure to check them out.
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