236.16 Outdoor Advertising - Revision history

Hoskir: /* 236.16.20 Voiding of Outdoor Advertising Permits */ updated links per email

2026-06-04T13:46:39Z

236.16.20 Voiding of Outdoor Advertising Permits: updated links per email

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	* The [[#236.16.8.7 Removal Follow-up Inspection\|removal follow-up inspection]] should be entered and the Signature to Void Permit should be generated containing a photo of the sign before it was removed. Two copies of the signature letter should be sent to the permit owner, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope. One copy is for their records and the other is to be signed and attached in TMS.		* The [[#236.16.8.7 Removal Follow-up Inspection\|removal follow-up inspection]] should be entered and the Signature to Void Permit should be generated containing a photo of the sign before it was removed. Two copies of the signature letter should be sent to the permit owner, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope. One copy is for their records and the other is to be signed and attached in TMS.
	* After receiving the signed signature letter, the permit should be voided. The permit status should be changed to “VOID” with the appropriate reason and the Notice of Void Cover and Notice of Void Permit generated. The cover letter and notice should be sent to the permit owner. The signed signature letter and notice should be attached in TMS.		* After receiving the signed signature letter, the permit should be voided. The permit status should be changed to “VOID” with the appropriate reason and the Notice of Void Cover and Notice of Void Permit generated. The cover letter and notice should be sent to the permit owner. The signed signature letter and notice should be attached in TMS.
	* The area specialist should verify outstanding fees associated with the permit under “Receivables” table. If there are outstanding fees associated with the permit, the area specialist should forward a [[#236.16.24.~~2 Request for Credit Memo~~\|request for credit memo]] to the technician.		* The area specialist should verify outstanding fees associated with the permit under “Receivables” table. If there are outstanding fees associated with the permit, the area specialist should forward a [[#236.16.23.2_Request_for_Credit_Memo\|request for credit memo]] to the technician.

	Upon removal of a permitted sign, a permit may be voided without a signed Signature to Void Permit under the following conditions:		Upon removal of a permitted sign, a permit may be voided without a signed Signature to Void Permit under the following conditions:

Hoskir: /* 236.16.19 Sign Structures Affected by Highway Projects */ added ODA manager to contacts per email

2026-06-04T13:45:10Z

236.16.19 Sign Structures Affected by Highway Projects: added ODA manager to contacts per email

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	Qualifying signs displaced pursuant to RSMo 226.541 and 7 CSR 10-6.040 (7) should be reviewed by right of way and outdoor advertising for the sign agreement reset program. If a qualifying sign meets the reset requirements, right of way may offer the permit owner the option to reset the sign elsewhere within the same property or on property adjoining the property it is currently located within.		Qualifying signs displaced pursuant to RSMo 226.541 and 7 CSR 10-6.040 (7) should be reviewed by right of way and outdoor advertising for the sign agreement reset program. If a qualifying sign meets the reset requirements, right of way may offer the permit owner the option to reset the sign elsewhere within the same property or on property adjoining the property it is currently located within.

	Right of Way completes the Partial Waiver and Reset Agreement with assistance from the area specialist. Right of Way forwards a copy of the executed agreement to the area specialist. Upon receiving the executed agreement, the area specialist updates the information in TMS and generate the Amended Permit and Amended Permit Cover. The executed agreement, amended permit and supporting documentation, should be attached in TMS.		Right of Way completes the Partial Waiver and Reset Agreement with assistance from the area specialist or ODA manager. Right of Way forwards a copy of the executed agreement to the area specialist and ODA manager. Upon receiving the executed agreement, the area specialist updates the information in TMS and generate the Amended Permit and Amended Permit Cover. The executed agreement, amended permit and supporting documentation, should be attached in TMS.

	The area specialist should ensure the following requirements contained in the agreement are satisfied.		The area specialist and ODA manager should ensure the following requirements contained in the agreement are satisfied.

	* The qualifying sign is removed from the construction limits as prescribed in the agreement. Information regarding whether the sign has been removed within the prescribed time-frame should be documented in TMS with photos and comments; and forwarded to the district Right of Way Manager.		* The qualifying sign is removed from the construction limits as prescribed in the agreement. Information regarding whether the sign has been removed within the prescribed time-frame should be documented in TMS with photos and comments; and forwarded to the district Right of Way Manager.

Hoskir: /* 236.16.18 Outdoor Advertising Hearings */ added ODA Manager to contacts per email

2026-06-04T13:28:58Z

236.16.18 Outdoor Advertising Hearings: added ODA Manager to contacts per email

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	If the applicant requests an informal hearing within the required time-frame, a hearing should be scheduled. The permit status should be updated to “ADMIN REV” and permit status reason “INFORMAL”.		If the applicant requests an informal hearing within the required time-frame, a hearing should be scheduled. The permit status should be updated to “ADMIN REV” and permit status reason “INFORMAL”.

	The Outdoor Advertising Central Office will schedule all informal hearings and should notify the applicant, Outdoor Advertising Review Committee, Chief Counsel’s Office, Assistant to State Design Engineer Right of Way, Outdoor Advertising Manager, and area specialist of the time and date of the hearing. A letter containing this information should be sent to the applicant. The letter should be attached in TMS. The area specialist should inform the appropriate District Engineer and Area Engineer of the hearing request.		The Outdoor Advertising Central Office will schedule all informal hearings and should notify the applicant, Outdoor Advertising Review Committee, Chief Counsel’s Office, Assistant to State Design Engineer Right of Way, Outdoor Advertising Manager, and area specialist of the time and date of the hearing. A letter containing this information should be sent to the applicant. The letter should be attached in TMS. The area specialist or ODA manager should inform the appropriate District Engineer and Area Engineer of the hearing request.

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Hoskir: /* 236.16.16 Unauthorized Illegal Outdoor Advertising */ minor edit to wording per email

2026-06-04T13:26:22Z

236.16.16 Unauthorized Illegal Outdoor Advertising: minor edit to wording per email

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	This procedure provides guidance for the expeditious removal of unauthorized illegal signs in accordance with RSMo Section 226.580 and 7 CSR 10-6.080. All controlled routes should be traveled for unauthorized sign activity during the [[#236.16.8.3 Biennial Inspection\|biennial inspection]] and on a regular basis.		This procedure provides guidance for the expeditious removal of unauthorized illegal signs in accordance with RSMo Section 226.580 and 7 CSR 10-6.080. All controlled routes should be traveled for unauthorized sign activity during the [[#236.16.8.3 Biennial Inspection\|biennial inspection]] and on a regular basis.

	Unauthorized illegal sign activity should be documented with photos and assigned a transaction number with a sign status of “ILLEGAL” and the appropriate sign status reason. The permit type should remain as “PSEUDO” with permit status “TEMPORARY” and permit status reason “AUTO SETUP”. The reason for the illegality should be noted in the comments section. The area specialist may generate the Illegal Profile Sheet for their records.		Unauthorized illegal sign activity should be documented with photos and assigned a transaction number (Permit Id) with a sign status of “ILLEGAL” and the appropriate sign status reason. The permit type should remain as “PSEUDO” with permit status “TEMPORARY” and permit status reason “AUTO SETUP”. The reason for the illegality should be noted in the comments section. The area specialist may generate the Illegal Profile Sheet for their records.

	Depending on the type of outdoor advertising and if the sign could meet the permit requirements, the appropriate courtesy letter generated and sent to the sign owner, advertiser or landowner.		Depending on the type of outdoor advertising and if the sign could meet the permit requirements, the appropriate courtesy letter generated and sent to the sign owner, advertiser or landowner.

Hoskir: /* 236.16.15 Vegetation Removal */ updated links per email

2026-06-04T13:23:38Z

236.16.15 Vegetation Removal: updated links per email

Hoskir: /* 236.16.14 Transfer of Outdoor Advertising Permit */ updated links per email

2026-06-04T13:17:20Z

236.16.14 Transfer of Outdoor Advertising Permit: updated links per email

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	This procedure provides guidance for the transfer of outdoor advertising permits in accordance with 7 CSR 10-6.070 (6) (B).		This procedure provides guidance for the transfer of outdoor advertising permits in accordance with 7 CSR 10-6.070 (6) (B).

	A permit owner may transfer ownership of a sign(s) for which a permit is required. A $10 transfer fee is required for each permit (see [[#236.16.~~24 Financial Transactions~~\|EPG 236.16.24 Financial Transactions]]). The Application for Transfer of Outdoor Advertising Permit should be completed by the new permit owner and sent to the area office along with the transfer fee and bill of sale or proof of ownership, which must indicate the permit number. Permits will not be transferred if there are outstanding fees, which include sign removal costs, vegetation removal costs, or biennial permit fees.		A permit owner may transfer ownership of a sign(s) for which a permit is required. A $10 transfer fee is required for each permit (see [[#236.16.23_Financial_Transactions\|EPG 236.16.23 Financial Transactions]]). The Application for Transfer of Outdoor Advertising Permit should be completed by the new permit owner and sent to the area office along with the transfer fee and bill of sale or proof of ownership, which must indicate the permit number. Permits will not be transferred if there are outstanding fees, which include sign removal costs, vegetation removal costs, or biennial permit fees.

	Upon receipt of the transfer application, the document should be time and date stamped. The application and supporting documentation reviewed for accuracy. TMS should be checked to determine whether the new owner is listed as an involved party. If not, the owner information should be entered as a new involved party and forwarded to the outdoor advertising technician to create an account number.		Upon receipt of the transfer application, the document should be time and date stamped. The application and supporting documentation reviewed for accuracy. TMS should be checked to determine whether the new owner is listed as an involved party. If not, the owner information should be entered as a new involved party and forwarded to the outdoor advertising technician to create an account number.
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	===236.16.14.2 Denying a Transfer of Outdoor Advertising Permit===		===236.16.14.2 Denying a Transfer of Outdoor Advertising Permit===
	If the application does not meet the requirements, it should be rejected. The Reject Transfer Cover generated explaining the reason(s) for the rejection. Additional information regarding the rejection should be documented in the comments section. The application, rejection letter and supporting documentation attached in TMS. The original application and supporting documentation should be returned to the applicant with the rejection letter. A refund of the application fee should be requested through the Financial Services Office (see [[#236.16.24.~~1 Request for Refund~~\|EPG 236.16.24.1 Request for Refund]]).		If the application does not meet the requirements, it should be rejected. The Reject Transfer Cover generated explaining the reason(s) for the rejection. Additional information regarding the rejection should be documented in the comments section. The application, rejection letter and supporting documentation attached in TMS. The original application and supporting documentation should be returned to the applicant with the rejection letter. A refund of the application fee should be requested through the Financial Services Office (see [[#236.16.23.1_Request_for_Refund\|EPG 236.16.23.1 Request for Refund]]).

	==236.16.15 Vegetation Removal==		==236.16.15 Vegetation Removal==

Hoskir: /* 236.16.13 Digital Brightness Inspection Procedures */ updated link per email

2026-06-04T13:15:28Z

236.16.13 Digital Brightness Inspection Procedures: updated link per email

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	==236.16.13 Digital Brightness Inspection Procedures==		==236.16.13 Digital Brightness Inspection Procedures==
	Area specialists should perform a [[#236.16.8.~~11 Digital Surprise Inspection~~\|digital surprise inspection]] as requested to ensure digital regulations are in compliance pursuant to 7 CSR 10-6.040 (4).		Area specialists should perform a [[#236.16.8.10_Digital_Surprise_Inspection\|digital surprise inspection]] as requested to ensure digital regulations are in compliance pursuant to 7 CSR 10-6.040 (4).

	==236.16.14 Transfer of Outdoor Advertising Permit==		==236.16.14 Transfer of Outdoor Advertising Permit==

Hoskir: /* 236.16.6 Permit Renewal */ fixed broken links per email

2026-06-04T13:07:35Z

236.16.6 Permit Renewal: fixed broken links per email

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	All controlled routes in the county(s) due should be traveled for unauthorized illegal sign activity during the biennial inspection sixty (60) day time window. Unauthorized illegal sign activity should be documented and entered in TMS (see [[#236.16.16 Unauthorized Illegal Outdoor Advertising\|EPG 236.16.16 Unauthorized Illegal Outdoor Advertising]]).		All controlled routes in the county(s) due should be traveled for unauthorized illegal sign activity during the biennial inspection sixty (60) day time window. Unauthorized illegal sign activity should be documented and entered in TMS (see [[#236.16.16 Unauthorized Illegal Outdoor Advertising\|EPG 236.16.16 Unauthorized Illegal Outdoor Advertising]]).

	The [[#236.16.8.3 Biennial Inspection\|biennial inspection]], including comments, changes and photos, should be entered within the sixty (60) day inspection window. Permits that have a passing biennial inspection will be included in the billing cycle. Invoices are created in the Financial Services Office and mailed directly to the permit owner (see [[#236.16.24.~~3 Biennial Renewal Fees~~\|EPG 236.16.24.3 Biennial Renewal Fees]]).		The [[#236.16.8.3 Biennial Inspection\|biennial inspection]], including comments, changes and photos, should be entered within the sixty (60) day inspection window. Permits that have a passing biennial inspection will be included in the billing cycle. Invoices are created in the Financial Services Office and mailed or emailed directly to the permit owner (see [[#236.16.23.3_Biennial_Renewal_Fees\|EPG 236.16.23.3 Biennial Renewal Fees]]).

	The technician runs the monthly report Cash Receipts and generates the Biennial Permit Cover and Biennial Permit for permits with a biennial payment. The cover letter and permit should be sent to the permit owner.		The technician runs the monthly report Cash Receipts and generates the Biennial Permit Cover and Biennial Permit for permits with a biennial payment. The cover letter and permit should be sent to the permit owner.

Hoskir: /* 236.16.5 Permitting Outdoor Advertising */ updated broken links

2026-06-04T13:03:11Z

236.16.5 Permitting Outdoor Advertising: updated broken links

Hoskir: /* 236.16.11 Cutout and Extension Process */ updated per RR4193

2026-03-25T14:30:49Z

236.16.11 Cutout and Extension Process: updated per RR4193

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	Upon receiving the requested information, the display contract date information should be reviewed. If the display contact date information is longer than three (3) years, the permit owner should be informed that the cutout/extension is only allowed for three (3) years. The appropriate “AD BEGIN”, “AD END” and “AD<=33%” traits for the front and/or back of the sign should be updated and the documentation should be attached in TMS.		Upon receiving the requested information, the display contract date information should be reviewed. If the display contact date information is longer than three (3) years, the permit owner should be informed that the cutout/extension is only allowed for three (3) years. The appropriate “AD BEGIN”, “AD END” and “AD<=33%” traits for the front and/or back of the sign should be updated and the documentation should be attached in TMS.

	Between the 1<sup>st</sup> and 6<sup>th</sup> each month, area specialists run the TMS report Extension Report by Area by County to determine temporary cutout/extension dates that that are scheduled to expire. Within thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date, the Cutout Extension Expire should be generated in TMS and sent to the permit owner. A [[#236.16.8.4 Surprise Inspection\|surprise inspection]] should be performed to verify the temporary cutout/extension has been removed after fifteen days past the expiration date.		Between the 1<sup>st</sup> and 6<sup>th</sup> each month, area specialists run the TMS report Extension Report by Area by County to determine temporary cutout/extension dates that that are scheduled to expire. Within thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date, the Cutout Extension Expire should be generated in TMS and sent to the permit owner as a courtesy reminder. A [[#236.16.8.4 Surprise Inspection\|surprise inspection]] should be performed to verify the temporary cutout/extension has been removed after fifteen days past the expiration date.

	If the temporary cutout/extension has been removed, the date information for the appropriate “AD BEGIN” and “AD END” traits should be cleared out and the appropriate “AD<=33%” trait updated to “<NONE>”.		If the temporary cutout/extension has been removed, the date information for the appropriate “AD BEGIN” and “AD END” traits should be cleared out and the appropriate “AD<=33%” trait updated to “<NONE>”.

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	The application and following supporting documents reviewed for accuracy:		The application and following supporting documents reviewed for accuracy:

	* Minimum $1,000 [https://www.modot.org/media/10740 performance bond] on file with MoDOT Traffic & Highway Safety Central Office. If the applicant does not have a performance bond on file, they may submit a check in the amount of $1,000 per application as the performance bond (see [[#236.16.~~24 Financial Transactions~~\|EPG 236.16.24 Financial Transactions]]).		* Minimum $1,000 [https://www.modot.org/media/10740 performance bond] on file with MoDOT Traffic & Highway Safety Central Office. If the applicant does not have a performance bond on file, they may submit a check in the amount of $1,000 per application as the performance bond (see [[#236.16.23_Financial_Transactions\|EPG 236.16.23 Financial Transactions]]).
	* Site drawing of the location of the proposed cutting or trimming.		* Site drawing of the location of the proposed cutting or trimming.

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	===236.16.15.10 Denying a Vegetation Permit===		===236.16.15.10 Denying a Vegetation Permit===
	If the vegetation application or inspection does not meet the requirements, the application should be rejected. A [[#236.16.8.5 Vegetation Site Inspection\|vegetation site inspection]] should be entered and the vegetation permit status changed to “REJECTED” and the permit status reason changed accordingly with the Reject Vegetation Cover generated explaining the reason(s) for the rejection. Additional information regarding the rejection should be documented in the comments section. The application, rejection letter and supporting documentation should be attached in TMS. The original application and supporting documentation should be returned to the applicant with the rejection letter. A refund of the cash performance bond (if applicable) shall be requested (see [[#236.16.24.~~1 Request for Refund~~\|EPG 236.16.24.1 Request for Refund]]).		If the vegetation application or inspection does not meet the requirements, the application should be rejected. A [[#236.16.8.5 Vegetation Site Inspection\|vegetation site inspection]] should be entered and the vegetation permit status changed to “REJECTED” and the permit status reason changed accordingly with the Reject Vegetation Cover generated explaining the reason(s) for the rejection. Additional information regarding the rejection should be documented in the comments section. The application, rejection letter and supporting documentation should be attached in TMS. The original application and supporting documentation should be returned to the applicant with the rejection letter. A refund of the cash performance bond (if applicable) shall be requested (see [[#236.16.23.1_Request_for_Refund\|EPG 236.16.23.1 Request for Refund]]).

	In accordance with 7 CSR 10-6.085 (4), if an application is rejected, the applicant has twenty (20) working days to request in writing an informal hearing for the purpose of appealing the rejection (see [[#236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing\|EPG 236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing]]).		In accordance with 7 CSR 10-6.085 (4), if an application is rejected, the applicant has twenty (20) working days to request in writing an informal hearing for the purpose of appealing the rejection (see [[#236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing\|EPG 236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing]]).
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	The applicant has three hundred and sixty five (365) days to perform the vegetation removal. Between the 1<sup>st</sup> and 6<sup>th</sup> of each month, area specialists run the report Active Vegetation Permits by Area by Route to determine which permits are due for inspection. The area specialist should perform a [[#236.16.8.6 Vegetation Follow-up Inspection\|vegetation follow-up inspection]] when they have been notified the vegetation cut is complete or within thirty (30) days of the permit expiration, whichever comes first.		The applicant has three hundred and sixty five (365) days to perform the vegetation removal. Between the 1<sup>st</sup> and 6<sup>th</sup> of each month, area specialists run the report Active Vegetation Permits by Area by Route to determine which permits are due for inspection. The area specialist should perform a [[#236.16.8.6 Vegetation Follow-up Inspection\|vegetation follow-up inspection]] when they have been notified the vegetation cut is complete or within thirty (30) days of the permit expiration, whichever comes first.

	If the follow-up inspection passed and entered within the thirty (30) day time-frame, the vegetation permit status should be changed to “RELEASED” and permit status reason “COMPLETE”, and a refund of the cash performance bond (if applicable) shall be requested (see [[#236.16.24.~~1 Request for Refund~~\|EPG 236.16.24.1 Request for Refund]]).		If the follow-up inspection passed and entered within the thirty (30) day time-frame, the vegetation permit status should be changed to “RELEASED” and permit status reason “COMPLETE”, and a refund of the cash performance bond (if applicable) shall be requested (see [[#236.16.23.1_Request_for_Refund\|EPG 236.16.23.1 Request for Refund]]).

	If the follow-up inspection passed and is not entered within the thirty (30) day time-frame, the vegetation permit status should be changed to “VOID” with the appropriate permit status reason and a refund of the cash performance bond (if applicable) shall be requested (see [[#236.16.24.~~1 Request for Refund~~\|EPG 236.16.24.1 Request for Refund]]).		If the follow-up inspection passed and is not entered within the thirty (30) day time-frame, the vegetation permit status should be changed to “VOID” with the appropriate permit status reason and a refund of the cash performance bond (if applicable) shall be requested (see [[#236.16.23.1_Request_for_Refund\|EPG 236.16.23.1 Request for Refund]]).

	===236.16.15.12 Illegal Vegetation Removal and Damage to Right of Way===		===236.16.15.12 Illegal Vegetation Removal and Damage to Right of Way===
	The applicant will be held responsible for any damage to the right of way. If illegal cutting and/or damage to right of way occurs, the area specialist should immediately assess the damages with the district roadside manager, photograph the location and document the damages in TMS. The area specialist should work with the Outdoor Advertising Manager to prepare a letter to the permit owner advising them of the damage and any remedial action or penalties. The applicant’s performance bond may be applied towards the damage.		The applicant will be held responsible for any damage to the right of way. If illegal cutting and/or damage to right of way occurs, the area specialist should immediately assess the damages with the district roadside manager, photograph the location and document the damages in TMS. The area specialist should work with the Outdoor Advertising Manager to prepare a letter to the permit owner advising them of the damage and any remedial action or penalties. The applicant’s performance bond may be applied towards the damage.

	For remedial action, if the permit has expired or a permit was not issued, the applicant should submit an application to perform the clean-up work (see [[#236.16.15.~~9 Issuing a Vegetation Permit~~\|EPG 236.16.15.9 Issuing a Vegetation Permit]]). The area specialist should perform a [[#236.16.8.6 Vegetation Follow-up Inspection\|vegetation follow-up inspection]] to ensure any remedial action is completed. Photos should be taken and attached in TMS. If the remedial action is satisfactory, the vegetation permit shall be released (see [[#236.16.15.11 Releasing a Vegetation Permit\|EPG 236.16.15.11 Releasing a Vegetation Permit]]).		For remedial action, if the permit has expired or a permit was not issued, the applicant should submit an application to perform the clean-up work (see [[#236.16.15.9_Issuing_a_Vegetation_Permit\|EPG 236.16.15.9 Issuing a Vegetation Permit]]). The area specialist should perform a [[#236.16.8.6 Vegetation Follow-up Inspection\|vegetation follow-up inspection]] to ensure any remedial action is completed. Photos should be taken and attached in TMS. If the remedial action is satisfactory, the vegetation permit shall be released (see [[#236.16.15.11 Releasing a Vegetation Permit\|EPG 236.16.15.11 Releasing a Vegetation Permit]]).

	For monetary penalties, the information should be forwarded to the outdoor advertising technician to create an invoice. Upon payment, the invoice number should be referenced on the transmittal (see [[#236.16.~~24 Financial Transactions~~\|EPG 236.16.24 Financial Transactions]]) and the vegetation permit shall be released (see EPG 236.16.15.11 Releasing a Vegetation Permit).		For monetary penalties, the information should be forwarded to the outdoor advertising technician to create an invoice. Upon payment, the invoice number should be referenced on the transmittal (see [[#236.16.23_Financial_Transactions\|EPG 236.16.23 Financial Transactions]]) and the vegetation permit shall be released (see EPG 236.16.15.11 Releasing a Vegetation Permit).

	==236.16.16 Unauthorized Illegal Outdoor Advertising ==		==236.16.16 Unauthorized Illegal Outdoor Advertising ==

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	* The application should be reviewed. Any misrepresentation of fact or failure to provide the original application completed in its entirety including original wet signatures, notarization, initials, appropriate documentation, and permit fee (if applicable) may cause the application to be rejected and returned under 7 CSR 10-6.070(4) without consideration.		* The application should be reviewed. Any misrepresentation of fact or failure to provide the original application completed in its entirety including original wet signatures, notarization, initials, appropriate documentation, and permit fee (if applicable) may cause the application to be rejected and returned under 7 CSR 10-6.070(4) without consideration.
	* The information provided on the application, including involved party information, should be entered and assigned a transaction number with sign status “RECORDED” with sign reason “PENDING”; and appropriate permit type (see [[#236.16.4 Types of Outdoor Advertising\|EPG 236.16.4 Types of Outdoor Advertising]]), permit status “RECORDED” with permit status reason “RESEARCH”.		* The information provided on the application, including involved party information, should be entered and assigned a transaction number with sign status “RECORDED” with sign reason “PENDING”; and appropriate permit type (see [[#236.16.4 Types of Outdoor Advertising\|EPG 236.16.4 Types of Outdoor Advertising]]), permit status “RECORDED” with permit status reason “RESEARCH”.
	* The application fee shall be forwarded to the Financial Services Office for deposit (see [[#236.16.~~24 Financial Transactions~~\|EPG 236.16.24 Financial Transactions]]).		* The application fee shall be forwarded to the Financial Services Office for deposit (see [[#236.16.23_Financial_Transactions\|EPG 236.16.23 Financial Transactions]]).
	* Outdoor advertising permit applications will be reviewed in the order received within ten (10) working days.		* Outdoor advertising permit applications will be reviewed in the order received within ten (10) working days.
	* If clarification of an item is necessary, a phone call may be placed to obtain clarification. The conversation may be documented in the comment section. If written clarification is necessary, the applicant may be given an appropriate deadline of not more than ten (10) working days to respond.		* If clarification of an item is necessary, a phone call may be placed to obtain clarification. The conversation may be documented in the comment section. If written clarification is necessary, the applicant may be given an appropriate deadline of not more than ten (10) working days to respond.
	* If the application is incomplete, it may be rejected (see [[#236.16.5.~~5 Denying a New Permit~~\|EPG 236.16.5.5 Denying a New Permit]]).		* If the application is incomplete, it may be rejected (see [[#236.16.5.6_Denying_a_New_Permit\|EPG 236.16.5.6 Denying a New Permit]]).
	* The area specialist should perform a [[#236.16.8.1 Site Inspection\|site inspection]] and enter this information into TMS.		* The area specialist should perform a [[#236.16.8.1 Site Inspection\|site inspection]] and enter this information into TMS.

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	In accordance with RSMo Section 226.541 and 7 CSR 10-6.040 (6), a moratorium of new outdoor advertising permits will be imposed within the outdoor advertising control area for that section of highway scheduled for construction or reconstruction where funding for right of way acquisition is approved by the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission under the [https://www.modot.org/statewide-transportation-improvement-program-stip Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)].		In accordance with RSMo Section 226.541 and 7 CSR 10-6.040 (6), a moratorium of new outdoor advertising permits will be imposed within the outdoor advertising control area for that section of highway scheduled for construction or reconstruction where funding for right of way acquisition is approved by the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission under the [https://www.modot.org/statewide-transportation-improvement-program-stip Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)].

	Area specialists should be familiar with STIP projects in their respective area. Applications that meet the moratorium requirements shall be rejected (see [[#236.16.5.~~5 Denying a New Permit~~\|EPG 236.16.5.5 Denying a New Permit]]).		Area specialists should be familiar with STIP projects in their respective area. Applications that meet the moratorium requirements shall be rejected (see [[#236.16.5.6_Denying_a_New_Permit\|EPG 236.16.5.6 Denying a New Permit]]).

	===236.16.5.3 Outdoor Advertising Prohibited Adjacent to Scenic Byways===		===236.16.5.3 Outdoor Advertising Prohibited Adjacent to Scenic Byways===
	In accordance with USC Title 23, Section 131 (s) and 7 CSR 10-12.030 (12), no new outdoor advertising devices, with the exception of directional and service club and religious type signs, are allowed adjacent to highways designated as scenic byways. In accordance with RSMo Section 226.801, areas zoned commercial or industrial at the time of designation shall not be considered scenic byways. Billboard type applications in unzoned areas and zoned areas other than commercial or industrial adjacent to a scenic byway should be rejected (see [[#236.16.5.~~5 Denying a New Permit~~\|EPG 236.16.5.5 Denying a New Permit]]).		In accordance with USC Title 23, Section 131 (s) and 7 CSR 10-12.030 (12), no new outdoor advertising devices, with the exception of directional and service club and religious type signs, are allowed adjacent to highways designated as scenic byways. In accordance with RSMo Section 226.801, areas zoned commercial or industrial at the time of designation shall not be considered scenic byways. Billboard type applications in unzoned areas and zoned areas other than commercial or industrial adjacent to a scenic byway should be rejected (see [[#236.16.5.6_Denying_a_New_Permit\|EPG 236.16.5.6 Denying a New Permit]]).

	===236.16.5.4 Outdoor Advertising Prohibited on State Right of Way===		===236.16.5.4 Outdoor Advertising Prohibited on State Right of Way===
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	===236.16.5.6 Denying a New Permit===		===236.16.5.6 Denying a New Permit===
	If the application and / or site inspection does not meet the requirements, the application should be rejected. The permit status shall be changed to “REJECTED” with the appropriate permit status reason and the Reject Application Cover generated explaining the reason(s) for the rejection. Additional information regarding the rejection may be documented in the comment section. The rejection letter, along with the application and supporting documentation should be attached in TMS. The original application and supporting documentation should be returned to the applicant with the rejection letter. A refund of the application fee shall be requested through the Financial Services Office (see [[#236.16.24.~~1 Request for Refund~~\|EPG 236.16.24.1 Request for Refund]]).		If the application and / or site inspection does not meet the requirements, the application should be rejected. The permit status shall be changed to “REJECTED” with the appropriate permit status reason and the Reject Application Cover generated explaining the reason(s) for the rejection. Additional information regarding the rejection may be documented in the comment section. The rejection letter, along with the application and supporting documentation should be attached in TMS. The original application and supporting documentation should be returned to the applicant with the rejection letter. A refund of the application fee shall be requested through the Financial Services Office (see [[#236.16.23.1_Request_for_Refund\|EPG 236.16.23.1 Request for Refund]]).

	In accordance with 7 CSR 10-6.070 (5), if an application is rejected, the applicant shall have twenty (20) working days to request in writing an [[#236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing\|informal hearing]] for the purpose of appealing the rejection.		In accordance with 7 CSR 10-6.070 (5), if an application is rejected, the applicant shall have twenty (20) working days to request in writing an [[#236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing\|informal hearing]] for the purpose of appealing the rejection.