If the sign is to be erected in the Central Business District or one of the other historic districts, it should be designed to be compatible with the historic character of the building and the neighborhood where it is located. All signs in historic districts must be reviewed and approved by the City Planning Commission before a sign permit may be issued. You may obtain an application for a Building and Use Permit from the Building Department. Work sessions are held after each formal Planning Commission meeting in order to discuss informally applications for major development projects. In excess of 5000 sq.
Square footage is based upon exterior foundation dimensions.
Areas to be included in calculations include all stories except basements or cellars if not finished as living space. Canandaigua Home Page Send E-mail to webmaster Kay James, webmaster Copyright 1995 City of Canandaigua. All rights reserved.