About Tow Away Signs
What are Tow Away Signs?
Tow Away Signs warn drivers that unauthorized parking may result in their vehicles being towed. Sign messaging in this category varies from the general “Tow Away Zone” text to outlining the specific consequences of parking without permission. Because Tow Away Signs are a type of “restrictive” sign, most signs in this category are white with red text or symbols, but some signs are black-on-white.
Who uses Tow Away Signs?
Municipalities, apartment communities, universities, and private businesses commonly use Tow Away Signs as a traffic control measure. Cities place Tow Away Signs on roads in commercial districts or at corners of busy intersections, apartment communities use Tow Away Signs with “Residents Only” messaging to limit who is allowed to park on their property, and private businesses post Tow Away Signs in their parking lots to keep parking available for their customers.
What other signs are often seen with Tow Away Signs?
The most common sign paired with a Tow Away Sign is a No Parking Sign. The No Parking Sign and Tow Away Sign styles depend on requirements set by local jurisdictions, and sometimes a “tow away” message is included in the No Parking Sign messaging. Disabled Parking Signs may have a supporting Tow Away Placard, or the parking sign itself may have “Tow Away Zone” messaging.
Which Tow Away Sign size and style should I choose?
We offer the standard 12”x18” sign, 18”x24” signs, and larger sizes upon request. Because tow away messaging is often integrated into No Parking Signs, the specific No Parking Sign size and style that you need will be determined by your local jurisdiction. Additionally, 12”x6” Tow Away Zone Placards fulfill the federal minimum size, but we also offer 18”x9” Placards when additional visibility is needed.
Customizations
What are “semi-customizable” Tow Away Signs?
Most Tow Away Signs are considered “semi-customizable” because their specific design can be customized, but their general appearance must follow a standardized red-on-white design. Private property owners have more freedom in their design options, but the sign they choose must still be recognizable as a Tow Away Sign.
Are customized Tow Away Signs MUTCD-compliant?
Federal MUTCD guidance allows states and cities to create their own design guidelines for parking signs, a category that includes Tow Away Signs. A symbol Tow Away Sign paired with a “P” no parking symbol may be required in one jurisdiction, and a Tow Away Placard may be required in another.
What Tow Away Sign customizations do you offer?
Tow Away Signs can be customized to include the name and phone number of a local towing company.
Mounting Tow Away Signs
Where should I mount a Tow Away Zone Placard?
According to the MUTCD, any sign with a “tow away message or symbol” should be mounted below all other parking signs. This guidance applies specifically to Tow Away Zone Placards.
Are Tow Away Signs compatible with standard sign posts?
Yes, all signs in this category are compatible with round, square, and U-channel sign posts. Rectangular Tow Away Signs are pre-punched with two mounting holes, and Tow Away Placards also have two pre-punched hole(s).
What alloy of aluminum is used?
The most common aluminum used with tow-away signs is the 5052-H38 alloy in .080" thickness. The aluminum has pre-punched mounting holes and rounded corners per the federal MUTCD guidelines. High Intensity Prismatic retroreflective sheeting meets ASTM 4956-D Type III and Type IV specifications, and also meets or exceeds most state and federal requirements. This creates a very durable sign with a minimum 10-year warranty against fading and loss of reflectivity. Anti-graffiti films can be applied to any sign to prevent vandalism. This sign is manufactured in the United States of American, and is compliant with the "Buy America Act."
How does ordering and shipping work?
Ordering is as simple as adding the items to your shopping cart and checking out. Many of our customers have commented in the reviews that the process is quick and easy. After your order ships, you will receive an email with the UPS tracking number so you can see the exact day of delivery.
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