236.16 Outdoor Advertising - Revision history

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>”.

Hoskir: /* 236.16.7 Sign Status of Permitted Outdoor Advertising */ updated per RR4193

2026-03-24T20:59:34Z

236.16.7 Sign Status of Permitted Outdoor Advertising: updated per RR4193

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	Permitted outdoor advertising signs are classified as recorded, conforming, conforming out of standard, nonconforming, or illegal based on current statutory and administrative rule requirements for outdoor advertising.		Permitted outdoor advertising signs are classified as recorded, conforming, conforming out of standard, nonconforming, or illegal based on current statutory and administrative rule requirements for outdoor advertising.

	The sign status should be updated during the inspection process and as required. ~~Permit~~ owners ~~should contact~~ the area specialist prior to making any ~~structural~~ changes to a sign to ensure compliance.		The sign status should be updated during the inspection process and as required. Any changes to a sign must be in compliance with [https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneChapter.aspx?chapter=226 Sections 226.500 to 226.600], RSMo and [http://s1.sos.mo.gov/cmsimages/adrules/csr/current/7csr/7c10-6.pdf 7 CSR 10-6] at the time the changes are made. It is the responsibility of the permit owner to review and verify compliance prior to making any changes to a sign. It is recommended that permit owners submit the request to the area specialist prior to making any changes to a sign to ensure compliance. The request must include the requested changes; and for comprehensively zoned sign locations, the request must include a letter from the Zoning Authority stating the zoning classification; and for unzoned sign locations, the request must include the name of the qualifying commercial or industrial activity and hours of operation.

	===236.16.7.1 Recorded ===		===236.16.7.1 Recorded ===
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	A permitted sign is classified as illegal when it has violated one or more current statutory and administrative rule requirements for outdoor advertising pursuant to [https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneChapter.aspx?chapter=226 RSMo Sections 226.500 to 226.600] and [http://s1.sos.mo.gov/cmsimages/adrules/csr/current/7csr/7c10-6.pdf 7 CSR 10-6].		A permitted sign is classified as illegal when it has violated one or more current statutory and administrative rule requirements for outdoor advertising pursuant to [https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneChapter.aspx?chapter=226 RSMo Sections 226.500 to 226.600] and [http://s1.sos.mo.gov/cmsimages/adrules/csr/current/7csr/7c10-6.pdf 7 CSR 10-6].


	==236.16.8 Inspection Process==		==236.16.8 Inspection Process==
	This procedure provides guidance for the various inspection processes for outdoor advertising. The [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2016_Outdoor%20Advertising/Additional%20Information/Field%20Inspection%20Form.pdf Field Inspection Form], [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2016_Outdoor%20Advertising/Additional%20Information/Location%20Diagrams.pdf Location Diagrams] and [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2016_Outdoor%20Advertising/Additional%20Information/Freeway%20Primary%20Diagram.pdf Freeway/Primary Diagram] may be referenced when performing inspections.		This procedure provides guidance for the various inspection processes for outdoor advertising. The [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2016_Outdoor%20Advertising/Additional%20Information/Field%20Inspection%20Form.pdf Field Inspection Form], [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2016_Outdoor%20Advertising/Additional%20Information/Location%20Diagrams.pdf Location Diagrams] and [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2016_Outdoor%20Advertising/Additional%20Information/Freeway%20Primary%20Diagram.pdf Freeway/Primary Diagram] may be referenced when performing inspections.

Hoskir: /* 236.16.15.8 Mowing and Brush Hogging */ updated per RR4104

2025-09-10T14:23:41Z

236.16.15.8 Mowing and Brush Hogging: updated per RR4104

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	===236.16.15.8 Mowing and Brush Hogging===		===236.16.15.8 Mowing and Brush Hogging===
	Applicants are encouraged to ~~avoid~~ mowing and ~~brush hogging from August 15 through October 31 to encourage the proliferation of the pollinator species by allowing the seeds of existing favorable plant species~~ to ~~mature~~ and ~~be viable~~ for ~~the next growing season~~.		Applicants are encouraged to follow Monarch Joint Venture’s mowing and management guidelines to benefit monarch butterflies and other pollinators. The recommended timeframes for vegetation management in Missouri are September 30-March 31 and July 1-July 20.

	===236.16.15.9 Issuing a Vegetation Permit===		===236.16.15.9 Issuing a Vegetation Permit===

Hoskir: added link to Missouri Bat Absence Zones in forms section

2025-08-11T17:25:20Z

added link to Missouri Bat Absence Zones in forms section

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	*[https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2016_Outdoor%20Advertising/Additional%20Information/Freeway%20Primary%20Diagram.pdf Freeway/Primary Diagram]		*[https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2016_Outdoor%20Advertising/Additional%20Information/Freeway%20Primary%20Diagram.pdf Freeway/Primary Diagram]
	*[https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2016_Outdoor%20Advertising/Additional%20Information/Location%20Diagrams.pdf Location Diagrams]		*[https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2016_Outdoor%20Advertising/Additional%20Information/Location%20Diagrams.pdf Location Diagrams]
			*[https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/RW-LPA/Missouri_Bat_Absence_Zones.pdf Missouri Bat Absence Zones]
	*[https://www.modot.org/contact-us-area-locations-information Outdoor Advertising Area Map]		*[https://www.modot.org/contact-us-area-locations-information Outdoor Advertising Area Map]
	*[http://www.modot.org/business/Outdoor_Advertising/index.htm Outdoor Advertising Internet Site]		*[http://www.modot.org/business/Outdoor_Advertising/index.htm Outdoor Advertising Internet Site]

Hoskir: /* 236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act */

2025-08-11T13:14:04Z

236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act

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	===236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act===		===236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act===
	[[image:127.7.2.jpg\|right\|550px]]		[[image:127.7.2.jpg\|right\|550px]]
	Trimming, cutting or removal of trees three inches or greater in diameter, as measured at a point 54 inches above ground is prohibited from April 1 through October 31 due to the protection of Indiana Bats, Northern Long-Eared Bats, and Tricolored Bats under the Endangered Species Act. Based on extensive surveys, portions of the Kansas City and St. Louis metropolitan areas have a low likelihood for the presence of bats according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Therefore, these areas do not have this restriction (see [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/RW/Missouri_Bat_Absence_Zones.pdf Missouri Bat Absence Zones]).		Trimming, cutting or removal of trees three inches or greater in diameter, as measured at a point 54 inches above ground is prohibited from April 1 through October 31 due to the protection of Indiana Bats, Northern Long-Eared Bats, and Tricolored Bats under the Endangered Species Act. Based on extensive surveys, portions of the Kansas City and St. Louis metropolitan areas have a low likelihood for the presence of bats according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Therefore, these areas do not have this restriction (see [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/RW-LPA/Missouri_Bat_Absence_Zones.pdf Missouri Bat Absence Zones]).

	===236.16.15.7 Trimming of Trees===		===236.16.15.7 Trimming of Trees===

Hoskir: /* 236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act */ updated bat zone link

2025-08-11T13:10:50Z

236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act: updated bat zone link

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	===236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act===		===236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act===
	[[image:127.7.2.jpg\|right\|550px]]		[[image:127.7.2.jpg\|right\|550px]]
	Trimming, cutting or removal of trees three inches or greater in diameter, as measured at a point 54 inches above ground is prohibited from April 1 through October 31 due to the protection of Indiana Bats, Northern Long-Eared Bats, and Tricolored Bats under the Endangered Species Act. Based on extensive surveys, portions of the Kansas City and St. Louis metropolitan areas have a low likelihood for the presence of bats according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Therefore, these areas do not have this restriction (see [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/CM/Missouri_Bat_Absence_Zones.pdf Missouri Bat Absence Zones]).		Trimming, cutting or removal of trees three inches or greater in diameter, as measured at a point 54 inches above ground is prohibited from April 1 through October 31 due to the protection of Indiana Bats, Northern Long-Eared Bats, and Tricolored Bats under the Endangered Species Act. Based on extensive surveys, portions of the Kansas City and St. Louis metropolitan areas have a low likelihood for the presence of bats according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Therefore, these areas do not have this restriction (see [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/RW/Missouri_Bat_Absence_Zones.pdf Missouri Bat Absence Zones]).

	===236.16.15.7 Trimming of Trees===		===236.16.15.7 Trimming of Trees===

Hoskir: /* 236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act */

2025-08-08T17:05:00Z

236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act

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	===236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act===		===236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act===
	[[image:127.7.2.jpg\|right\|550px]]		[[image:127.7.2.jpg\|right\|550px]]
	Trimming, cutting or removal of trees three inches or greater in diameter, as measured at a point 54 inches above ground is prohibited from April 1 through October 31 due to the protection of Indiana Bats, Northern Long-Eared Bats, and Tricolored Bats under the Endangered Species Act. Based on extensive surveys, portions of the Kansas City and St. Louis metropolitan areas have a low likelihood for the presence of bats according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Therefore, these areas do not have this restriction (see [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/CM/Missouri_Bat_Absence_Zones.pdf Missouri Bat Absence Zones).		Trimming, cutting or removal of trees three inches or greater in diameter, as measured at a point 54 inches above ground is prohibited from April 1 through October 31 due to the protection of Indiana Bats, Northern Long-Eared Bats, and Tricolored Bats under the Endangered Species Act. Based on extensive surveys, portions of the Kansas City and St. Louis metropolitan areas have a low likelihood for the presence of bats according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Therefore, these areas do not have this restriction (see [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/CM/Missouri_Bat_Absence_Zones.pdf Missouri Bat Absence Zones]).

	===236.16.15.7 Trimming of Trees===		===236.16.15.7 Trimming of Trees===

Hoskir: /* 236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act */ updated per RR4095

2025-08-08T16:59:05Z

236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act: updated per RR4095

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	===236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act===		===236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act===
	[[image:127.7.2.jpg\|right\|550px]]		[[image:127.7.2.jpg\|right\|550px]]
	Trimming, cutting or removal of trees three inches or greater in diameter, as measured at a point 54 inches above ground is prohibited from April 1 through October 31 due to the protection of Indiana Bats, Northern Long-Eared Bats, and Tricolored Bats under the Endangered Species Act.		Trimming, cutting or removal of trees three inches or greater in diameter, as measured at a point 54 inches above ground is prohibited from April 1 through October 31 due to the protection of Indiana Bats, Northern Long-Eared Bats, and Tricolored Bats under the Endangered Species Act. Based on extensive surveys, portions of the Kansas City and St. Louis metropolitan areas have a low likelihood for the presence of bats according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Therefore, these areas do not have this restriction (see [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/CM/Missouri_Bat_Absence_Zones.pdf Missouri Bat Absence Zones).

	===236.16.15.7 Trimming of Trees===		===236.16.15.7 Trimming of Trees===

Hoskir: updated numbering from 23 - 26

2025-01-10T16:18:40Z

updated numbering from 23 - 26

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	* Billboard Owner Information with SAM II Delete Date		* Billboard Owner Information with SAM II Delete Date

	==236.16.24 Financial Transactions==		==236.16.23 Financial Transactions==
	Fees may be received within each area office or in the Central Office; by calling 573-526-4280 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday, or online at [https://magic.collectorsolutions.com/magic-ui/Login/modot-financial-services www.modot.org/fspay.htm] (see [https://www.modot.org/media/17615 Payment Options]). A Transmittal of Money shall be completed and forwarded to the Financial Services. Fees shall be deposited the same day as received. A copy of the transmittal shall be kept in the area office for one year.		Fees may be received within each area office or in the Central Office; by calling 573-526-4280 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday, or online at [https://magic.collectorsolutions.com/magic-ui/Login/modot-financial-services www.modot.org/fspay.htm] (see [https://www.modot.org/media/17615 Payment Options]). A Transmittal of Money shall be completed and forwarded to the Financial Services. Fees shall be deposited the same day as received. A copy of the transmittal shall be kept in the area office for one year.

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	* Telephone Number- Area Specialist telephone number		* Telephone Number- Area Specialist telephone number

	===236.16.24.1 Request for Refund===		===236.16.23.1 Request for Refund===
	A request for refund should be forwarded to the outdoor advertising technician with the following information. Upon review, the technician should forward the refund request to the Financial Services Office for processing.		A request for refund should be forwarded to the outdoor advertising technician with the following information. Upon review, the technician should forward the refund request to the Financial Services Office for processing.

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	* Reason		* Reason

	===236.16.24.2 Request for Credit Memo===		===236.16.23.2 Request for Credit Memo===
	A request for credit memo should be forwarded to the technician with the following information. Upon review, the technician should forward the request for credit memo to the Financial Services Office for processing.		A request for credit memo should be forwarded to the technician with the following information. Upon review, the technician should forward the request for credit memo to the Financial Services Office for processing.

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	* Reason		* Reason

	===236.16.24.3 Biennial Renewal Fees ===		===236.16.23.3 Biennial Renewal Fees ===
	This procedure provides guidance regarding the biennial renewal fee and delinquent fee process in accordance with RSMo Section 226.550 and 7 CSR 10-6.070. Invoices are created in the Financial Services Office and mailed directly to the permit owner.		This procedure provides guidance regarding the biennial renewal fee and delinquent fee process in accordance with RSMo Section 226.550 and 7 CSR 10-6.070. Invoices are created in the Financial Services Office and mailed directly to the permit owner.

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	Between the 1<sup>st</sup> and 6<sup>th</sup> of each month, the area specialist and technician should run the report Delinquent Receivables or Receivables Past Due to determine which permits are delinquent. The area specialist and technician should contact the permit owner regarding payment after the invoice reaches thirty (30) days past due until payment is received.		Between the 1<sup>st</sup> and 6<sup>th</sup> of each month, the area specialist and technician should run the report Delinquent Receivables or Receivables Past Due to determine which permits are delinquent. The area specialist and technician should contact the permit owner regarding payment after the invoice reaches thirty (30) days past due until payment is received.

	==236.16.25 File Storage Process ==		==236.16.24 File Storage Process ==
	All outdoor advertising permit files should be electronically kept in TMS as they are created. The following documentation should be retained in the file:		All outdoor advertising permit files should be electronically kept in TMS as they are created. The following documentation should be retained in the file:

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	* Any other documents crucial to the history of the permit		* Any other documents crucial to the history of the permit

	===236.16.25.1 Photographs===		===236.16.24.1 Photographs===
	Digital photos should be taken and attached in TMS. Vegetation photos are uploaded under the original permit number, not the vegetation permit number.		Digital photos should be taken and attached in TMS. Vegetation photos are uploaded under the original permit number, not the vegetation permit number.

	Photos can be uploaded in TMS under “Media”, “Add” or through the mass media upload process.		Photos can be uploaded in TMS under “Media”, “Add” or through the mass media upload process.

	===236.16.25.2 Retention of Records===		===236.16.24.2 Retention of Records===
	All files, correspondence and photographs should be retained for five (5) years following voiding of the permit or transaction. Copies of transmittal of money should be retained for one year.		All files, correspondence and photographs should be retained for five (5) years following voiding of the permit or transaction. Copies of transmittal of money should be retained for one year.

	==236.16.26 Sunshine Law (Open Records Request)==		==236.16.25 Sunshine Law (Open Records Request)==
	It is the policy of MoDOT to comply with the provisions of Chapter 610 of the 2000 Revised Statutes of Missouri (RSMo), as amended, the Missouri Open Records (Sunshine) law. Outdoor Advertising, a section of MoDOT, implements this Open Records Policy and Procedure to respond to requests for access to outdoor advertising records. Requests for information other than documents on the document list, must be submitted using the [https://www.modot.org/public-records-policy Public Records Request]. MoDOT has appointed the Secretary to the Commission as the custodian of such records as required by Section 610.023, RSMo, as amended. Requests should be forwarded to the Secretary of the Commission, PO Box 270, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102, or by fax (573) 522-2698.		It is the policy of MoDOT to comply with the provisions of Chapter 610 of the 2000 Revised Statutes of Missouri (RSMo), as amended, the Missouri Open Records (Sunshine) law. Outdoor Advertising, a section of MoDOT, implements this Open Records Policy and Procedure to respond to requests for access to outdoor advertising records. Requests for information other than documents on the document list, must be submitted using the [https://www.modot.org/public-records-policy Public Records Request]. MoDOT has appointed the Secretary to the Commission as the custodian of such records as required by Section 610.023, RSMo, as amended. Requests should be forwarded to the Secretary of the Commission, PO Box 270, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102, or by fax (573) 522-2698.

	[[category:236 Right of Way\|236.16]]		[[category:236 Right of Way\|236.16]]

Hoskir: updated link to Payment Options

2025-01-09T18:47:26Z

updated link to Payment Options

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	*[https://www.modot.org/media/14592 State of Missouri’s Rules Governing Outdoor Advertising]		*[https://www.modot.org/media/14592 State of Missouri’s Rules Governing Outdoor Advertising]
	*[https://www.modot.org/media/14748 Outdoor Advertising Rules and Regulations]		*[https://www.modot.org/media/14748 Outdoor Advertising Rules and Regulations]
	*[https://www.modot.org/media/~~17615~~ Payment Options]		*[https://www.modot.org/media/14788 Payment Options]
	'''<u><center>Controlled Routes</center></u>'''		'''<u><center>Controlled Routes</center></u>'''
	*[https://datazoneapps.modot.mo.gov/bi/apps/maps/Home/Index/ODAControlledRoutes Controlled Routes Map]		*[https://datazoneapps.modot.mo.gov/bi/apps/maps/Home/Index/ODAControlledRoutes Controlled Routes Map]