Outdoor Advertising

Permit Application

NOTE: Any incomplete permit application submitted to Georgia DOT will be returned to the applicant.

• Permit Instructions
• Outdoor Advertising Permit Application 
• Permit Transfer Application
• Open Records Request Form
• Local Government Certification for Outdoor Advertising
• Mechanical and Electronic Multiple Message Signs Application
• Appeal Process

Rules and Regulations

House Bill 179

On May 12, 2011, Governor Deal signed House Bill 179 into law. Effective July 1, 2011, the permit renewal period for all Georgia DOT outdoor permits changes to January 1through April 1 of each year. Read House Bill 179

Federal and State Regulations

• 6145-2 Outdoor Advertising –Special Multi-Message Permits
• Georgia Outdoor Advertising Control Act Georgia General Assembly
• Granting, Renewal and Revocation of Permits for Outdoor Advertising  State Transportation Board
• Removal of Unauthorized Outdoor Advertising State Transportation Board
• Federal and State Laws Governing Outdoor Advertising Control in Georgia Georgia DOT
• Vegetation Management at Outdoor Advertising  Georgia DOT
• Part 750-Highway Beautification  Code of Federal Regulations

Contact Information

Office Directory:  Main Office | District Personnel

Mailing Address

Georgia Department of Transportation
Office of Maintenance – ODA Unit
One Georgia Center
600 West Peachtree Street, N.W.
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 631-1392 | (404) 631-1932 Fax