HHDC Sign Application
Town of Barnstable
Hyannis Main Street Waterfront Historic District Commission
Planning & Development Department ▪ www.town.barnstable.ma.us/HyannisMainStreet
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and include details of proposed signage.
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Proposed Sign Design Submit a color drawing/rendering of the proposed sign. Include sign
dimensions on the drawing.
Note: If the drawing does not accurately show the proposed sign colors,
color samples (paint chips) are recommended.
Proposed Sign Location Submit a photograph of the proposed sign location. If possible, superimpose
the proposed sign on the photo.
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Checks should be made payable to the Town of Barnstable. We are unable
to accept credit/debit cards.
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stamps. Stamps are required for abutter notification.
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All decisions of the Commission are subject to a 20 day appeal period.
Approvals from the Historic Commission are required before you can apply to the Building Division for a Sign Permit.
Review the Historic District guidelines for information on recommended designs, materials, colors, etc.
Providing all requested information with the application will prevent delays in processing and hearing your application.
The applicant or a representative must be present at the scheduled hearing; delays or a denial may otherwise result.
Approved Certificates of Appropriateness are valid for 1 year after approval. A one year extension may be granted by the
Commission, but shall be requested prior to the expiration date.
If you have any questions, please call the Planning & Development Department at
(508) 862 -4 0 6 4 or contact Karen Herrand Karen.herrand@town.barnstable.ma.us .
Planning & Development Department ▪ 367 Main Street ▪ Hyannis, MA ▪ 02601
S IGNAGE R EQUIREMENTS
Business Signs
The Planning & Development Dept. recommends speaking with Building Division staff to determine the amount
of permitted business signage prior to applying for a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Hyannis Main
Street Waterfront Historic District Commission.
Open/Closed Signs
Only one (1) Open/Closed Sign per business establishment is permitted
Acceptable colors for neon Open/Closed signs are red or red and blue
Open/Closed Signs cannot incorporate or display flashing, moving or intermittent lighting
Open/Closed Signs cannot incorporate or display LED (light emitting diode) or LED border tube signs - including
any sign that incorporates or consists solely of a LED border tub e lighting systems
Simulated neon signs, which are extremely bright backlit signs, and neon colored inks or translucent vinyl for
lettering and display are prohibited
Trade Flags
Only one (1) Trade Flag per business establishment is permitted per building façade as may face any street
Trade Flag dimensions cannot exceed three (3) feet x five (5) feet
Trade Flag images, designs or lettering must be exemplary of the business and consistent with Hyannis’
historical character
Trade Figure or Symbol
A Trade Figure or Symbol cannot be located on Town property
A Trade Figure or Symbols should represent the business and/or its services and be based on historic trade
representations
Trade Figure or Symbol dimensions cannot exceed two (2) feet x three (3) x four (4) feet
A Trade Figure or Symbol cannot be animated or internally illuminated and can not produce any sound
A Trade figure or symbol cannot be plastic
Location Hardship Signs (A-Frame Signs)
NOTE: Location Hardships signs are only allowed with a Special Permit from the Planning Board. You may
immediately apply to the Planning Board for the Location Hardship Sign Special Permit provided you submit proof of
application to the Hyannis Main Street Historic Commission with the special permit application.
Location Hardship Sign materials must be wood, composite material, or metal
Location H ardship Signs must be professionally lettered
Location Hardship Signs cannot incorporate or display individual plastic or vinyl lettering such as “marquee”
letters
Location Hards hip Sign dimensions cannot exceed two (2) feet x four (4) feet
Location Hardship Signs cannot have a sloped or pitched rail cap
If a Location Hardship Sign incorporates a chalkboard , only flat black chalkboard is appropriate
No lights, banners, flags or ot her similar objects may be placed on or adjacent to a Location Hardship Sign
Planning and Development Department ▪ 200 Main Street ▪ Hyannis, MA ▪ 02601
Town of Barnstable
Hyannis Main Street Waterfront Historic District Commission
Application
Certificate of Appropriateness for Signage
Application is hereby made for the issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness under MGL, Chapter 40C, The Historic Districts Act, for
proposed signage as described below and on drawings or photographs accompanying this application.
CHECK ALL THAT APPLY:
1. Business Sign _____________
2. Open/Closed Sign _____________
3. Trade Flag _____________
4. Trade Figure or Symbol _____________
5. Location Hardship Sign _____________
Assessor’s Map No. ______________ Parcel No. ______________
Address of Proposed Work
Applicant Tel #
Applicant Mailing Address Town/State/Zip
Applicant E-Mail Address
Property Owner _______________________________________________ Tel #
Owner Mailing Address Town/State/Zip
Agent or Contractor ___________________________________________ Tel #
Mailing Address Town/State/Zip
Agent E-Mail Address
Signature of Applicant Date
□ For Location Hardship Signs & freestanding Trade Figures or Symbols to be located on private property:
Check box if property owner has granted permission to locate Sign or Figure on their property abutting the building front.
617-210-7982 / 857-205-5678 (cell)New CC Sign Inc./ Ricky Zeng
247 Main St. unit 6
259 Quincy Ave.Quincy MA 02169
ccsignboston@gamil.com
Ashley Chen 917-499-9511
247 Main St. unit 6 Hyannis MA 02601
Ricky Zeng 857-205-5678
259 Quincy Ave.Quincy MA 02169
ccsignboston@gamil.com
02/08/2023
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Business Sign 1: Size of Sign x
Material(s) of Sign
Material of Lettering (if different)
Will the sign be illuminated? Yes / No
If yes, what type of light fixture Location of Fixture
Business Sign 2 : Size of Sign x
Material(s) of Sign
Material of Lettering (if different)
Will the sign be illuminated? Yes / No
If yes, what type of light fixture Location of Fixture
Open/Closed Size of Open/Closed Sign x
Sign:
Material of Open/Closed Sign:
If Neon, indicate color (circle one option): Red / Red & Blue
Color of Open/Closed Sign:
Trade Flag: Size of Trade Flag: x
Material of Trade Flag:
Trade Figure Dimension of Trade Figure or Symbol: x x
Or Symbol:
Material of Trade Figure or Symbol:
Location Size of Hardship Sign: x
Hardship Sign:
Material of Hardship Sign:
Lettering Color and Material:
PVC
146.50"14.4"
100"27"
galvanized tubing frame,Sunbrela fabric, Fabric vinyl