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SIGN DESIGN HANDBOOKLand Use CommitteeMarch 10, 2025Community & Economic Development Department RiversideCA.gov2
BACKGROUNDLand Use Committee 2024• Workshops on existing sign ordinance• Direction to draft amendments and return with options for technical assistance tools to encourage high quality designed signs Planning Commission & City Council 2025• Draft amendments presented to Planning Commission for recommendation, upcoming presentation to City Council for approval. Today• Overview of project options for a sign handbook/tool kit. 1 2
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RESEARCH
•Goal: Provide technical assistance to encourage high quality signs•Examples: •NYC Storefront Improvement Guide•City of Atascadero Sign Handbook•Informal Quotes, internal team:•How much•How long•Who does what RiversideCA.gov4
OPTIONSConsProsConsultant RoleStaff RoleTimeCostHigher CostFaster timeline, consultant expertise, graphic forward approachSynthesize, illustrate, source photos, and compile documentAdvise based on existing policy and local context4-6 months$14,000 -$20,000Option 1External ServicesLonger timeline, no direct experience in handbook productionNo/low cost-Synthesize, illustrate, source photos, and compile document8-12 monthsNo to low costOption 2Internal StaffNo handbook, limited graphics, may be less effectiveNo cost, fast timeline, existing templates-Synthesize standards into information sheet1 monthNo costOption 2aPlanning Staff3 4