Purpose and Scope
SignQualify, LLC grants registered sign businesses limited access to utilize its qualifying licenses for the purpose of pulling sign permits in licensed states, subject to these Terms and Conditions. This agreement outlines the scope, usage, restrictions, and obligations governing this relationship.

Eligibility and Registration
Each Licensee must:

• Be a legally registered business entity (LLC, Corp, etc.) within the United States.

• Possess an active EIN and current business license.

• Operate as an independent sign contractor or franchisee.

• Complete the SignQualify registration and verification process, including uploading:

  • Business license

  • W9

  • Proof of insurance

  • Company EIN

  • Primary location address

Each account is assigned uniquely to a single Fastsigns (or other) center.

License Grant & Restrictions
The Licensee is granted:

• A non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access SignQualify’s license system for permit applications within their registered state and location.

• The right to submit one permit per month under the standard subscription. Additional permits may be submitted per pricing tier.

Restrictions:

• Licensee may not share, transfer, sublicense, or permit access to other centers.

• Each permit submission is restricted to ZIP codes within the registered location.

• SignQualify reserves the right to suspend or revoke access for unauthorized activity.

Subscription and Payment Terms

• One-time Onboarding Fee: $3,500

• Monthly Subscription: $750 (includes 1 permit/month)

• Additional Permit: $650 per permit

Billing occurs on a monthly recurring basis. Payments are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

Use of Permit Templates & Submission Portal

• All permit submissions must use SignQualify-provided templates.

• Licensee must upload:

  • Completed application

  • Electrical drawing & scaled render

  • Site photo

• SignQualify reviews and approves within 48–72 business hours.

• Stamped and signed documents are returned for Licensee to file directly with the city.

Audit, Compliance & Misuse

• SignQualify will track permit activity and flag violations.

• Permit attempts outside of registered ZIP codes or frequent multi-location activity will trigger review.

• Repeated violations may result in:

  • Suspension of license access

  • Termination of subscription

  • Legal action

Inspection & Close-Out Obligations
Licensee agrees to:

• Complete installation work in accordance with the approved permit and applicable codes.

• Schedule and pass all required inspections promptly.

• Upload final inspection approval and job photos within 7 calendar days of installation completion.

Failure to comply will result in:

• A written warning for the first infraction

• A $250 penalty for each subsequent late or unclosed permit

• Potential suspension of license access for repeat violations

Intellectual Property
All content, templates, logos, workflows, and system infrastructure remain the intellectual property of SignQualify, LLC. No rights are transferred beyond those expressly granted.

Termination

• This agreement may be terminated by either party with 30 days written notice.

• Immediate termination applies in cases of fraud, license abuse, or failure to comply with these terms.

• Licensee remains responsible for all payments due prior to termination.

Confidentiality
All systems, templates, and operational methods are confidential. Licensee agrees not to reproduce, replicate, or disclose proprietary processes without written authorization.

Indemnification
Licensee agrees to indemnify and hold harmless SignQualify, its owners, and affiliates from all claims, damages, or losses arising from:

• Misuse of licensing privileges

• Failure to close permits properly

• Unauthorized construction or electrical work
   

Use of Identifying Information (Consent & Release)
By proceeding with this work, the Company/Person grants SignQualify® consent to use its Identifying Information, including but not limited to:

• Company or organization name

• Logos and trademarks

• General information about the use of the sign or visual graphic
   

This consent is granted solely for the purpose of showcasing work designed, produced,
and/or installed by SignQualify®, including use in:

• SignQualify® websites

• Brochures

• Email marketing

• Social media

• Videos and photography

• Other marketing and advertising materials
   

SignQualify® acknowledges that:

• All logos and trademarks remain the property of the corporations or persons they represent

• Use of identifying information does not imply endorsement

• SignQualify® claims no ownership rights to the Company’s identifying information

SignQualify® agrees not to disparage, tarnish, or reflect negatively on the Company/Person’s identifying information.
The Company/Person agrees to indemnify and hold harmless SignQualify® from any third-party claims related to the identifying information, without waiver of legal privileges.

Termination of Consent:
The Company reserves the right to terminate this Consent and Release Form with 28 days written notice to SignQualify® at info@signqualify.com.

Installation & Existing Conditions
SignQualify® is not responsible for unforeseen issues related to the existing structure, substrate, or wall where the sign is installed.

Electrical Installation Assumptions:

• Installation pricing is based on an existing, code-compliant electrical supply within 3 feet of the sign location

• The supply must be:

  • Dedicated

  • Separately fused

  • Equipped with a time clock and switch

• If no time clock exists, SignQualify® can install one or a dawn-to-dusk sensor at additional cost

• If suitable electrical supply does not exist:

  • Installation will be completed and tested using a portable power supply

  • The sign will be demonstrated as operational

  • Installation will be considered 100% complete

  • An estimate will be provided for additional electrical work, if required

Wall & Substrate Conditions:

• Installation pricing assumes:

  • Wall thickness does not exceed 18 inches

  • Access is available to the opposite side of the wall for cable connections

• If wall thickness exceeds 18 inches or access is unavailable:

  • An additional estimate will be provided

  • Work will proceed only upon approval of additional costs

• Preparation or repair of existing substrates or sign panels is not included unless specifically stated

• Removal of existing signs is not included and will be quoted separately if required

Permitting Fees

• The membership service fee covers SignQualify®’s time and resources to prepare and manage the permitting process

• City or county permit fees are NOT included and are the purchasers responsibility 

• Permit fees vary by municipality and are determined solely by the permitting authority

• SignQualify® cannot estimate permit fees in advance

• Permit fees may be:

  • Paid directly by the customer, or

  • Paid by purchaser and invoiced to the customer for the exact amount once finalized
     

Fabrication Delivery, Claims & Job Site Conditions

• Purchaser is responsible for inspecting materials upon delivery

• Claims for shortages or damages must be submitted within two (2) days of delivery

• Delivery postponements must be communicated at least 72 hours in advance

• Failure to provide notice may result in additional loading and unloading charges
   

Project Conditions & Timing

• Approvals are based on the information, plans, sketches, and specifications provided by the customer

• Agreed due dates may be affected by:

  • Late submission of documentation and artwork

  • Client Artwork/fabrication changes

  • City/Jurisdiction Permitting lead times

  • License or Registration requirements 

• Any details not included in writing in this agreement are not binding
   

Governing Law
This agreement shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the states the license is qualified and work is being permitted.

Entire Agreement
This document constitutes the full agreement between the parties. Modifications must be made in writing and signed by both parties.