For current info please visit detroitmi.gov
PDD Case: SWA2024-00229
For current info please visit detroitmi.gov
The Planning and Development Department conducts public hearings for waiver or adjustment of any dimensional or operational standard or requirement set forth in Chapter 4 of the signs regulations, except as expressly limited or prohibited (see FAQ).
PDD will be holding Sign Waiver and Adjustment Hearings on an as needed basis. Pursuant to the Michigan Open Meetings Act, as amended, these meeting will take place virtually over Zoom. The hearing dates, public notices, and public zoom information will be posted here as they are scheduled.
Please check the events calendar below for more details.
In order to proceed you must first receive an SWA Application Number from the PDD SWA administrator. Contact the PDD SWA administrator by email at [email protected]. Please note that the SWA payment is a non-refundable payment and all application payments are final.
To receive the notices for upcoming Sign Waiver and Adjustment Hearings, please use the "Sign Up For Hearing Notices" button below and enter your email or telephone number to receive future notifications on all upcoming hearings:
PDD Case: SWA2024-00229
PDD Case: SWA2024-00430, 431, and 432
PDD Case: SWA2024-00558
The apply for a sign permit, submit a sign permit application to the Buildings & Safety Engineering Department. Permits are submitted via the Elaps system found at the “Online Application Information” portal available here: www.detroitmi.gov/drc
To apply for a sign waiver or adjustment hearing, you will first need to submit a sign permit application. The Buildings & Safety Engineering Department will review your sign permit and notify you if you should apply for a waiver or adjustment via the ProjectDox (ePlans) system, located here: www.detroitmi.gov/bseed/ePlans
Please review the PDD Limits on Sign Waivers and Adjustments document, under the Department Menu of this page.
You can provide public comment by attending a hearing and speaking during the public comment session or sending an email to [email protected] anytime in advance of the meeting or within 15 days of the hearing date. Please include the hearing date, address, and petitioner’s name, if available.
PDD Case: SWA2024-00430, 431, and 432
Applicant Kevin Deters, Metro Detroit Signs for Little Caesars Pizza
Location: 10200 W. Seven Mile Rd.
PDD Case: SWA2024-00229
Applicant John Haddad, Spectrum Neon for Detroit People’s Food Coop
Location: 8324 Woodward Avenue
Summary of the proposed signage:
PDD Case: SWA2024-00558
Applicant Stephanie Miketich, Phillips Sign & Lighting for ACC Marketplace
Location: 110 W Seven Mile Rd.
Summary of the
PDD Case: SWA2024-00535
Applicant Emily Mahrle, Allied Signs Inc. for CHN Housing Partners
Location: 21566 Orchard St. – Orchard Village
Summary of
PDD Case: SWA2024-00519
Applicant Kevin Deters, Metro Detroit Signs for Bedrock Real Estate Services
Location: 630 Woodward Ave.
Summary of the proposed
PDD Case: SWA2024-00526 and SWA2023-00360
Applicant Omar Hashem, Signarama for Cass Community Services
Location: 2015 Webb Street
Summary of the proposed signage: