Signage Services & Guidelines

Need a sign on campus? Start here to understand signage types, review requirements, and connect with the right team for support.


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Use the links below to quickly access signage requirements, interior and exterior sign guidance, support options, and helpful resources.


Important Information

Before installing, replacing, or requesting signage, please review the considerations below.

  • Signage may require review and approval before installation.
  • Departments may be responsible for costs associated with signage fabrication and installation.
  • Campus signage should align with university standards, branding, and accessibility expectations.
  • Some signage types may require coordination with multiple campus units.
  • Installation methods and sign locations should be reviewed before work begins.

Important:
All signage must be installed by an approved contractor per the CSU Construction Policy.


Find the Right Signage Option

Choose from the Interior or Exterior options below to connect with the right process, contacts, and guidance.


Interior Sign Details

Use the sections below to review common interior sign types, likely contacts, and related notes.

Interior Temporary Signs, Posters, and Banners

Sign Type

Temporary indoor signs, event posters, banners, flyers, and short-term postings inside buildings.

Notes

Placement, duration, and posting methods may be subject to university policy and building-specific guidance.

Guidance

Refer to CSU Temporary Signs, Posters, and Banners Policy 5-6030-006.

View Policy →

Room Number Signs

Sign Type

Interior room number signs.

Notes

Use for permanent interior room identification needs.

Contact

CSU Facilities Management Remodel and Construction Services

View Request Form →

Code / Regulatory Signs

Sign Type

Interior regulatory signs required by code.

Notes

Responsible for ensuring compliance with required building code signage.

Request

Submit a project request for review.

Submit Project Request →

Donor Walls and Brand Graphics

Sign Type

Interior donor walls and brand graphics.

Notes

Use for brand-focused graphics, donor recognition, and university identity-related installations.

Contact

University Marketing & Communications

Visit CSU MarComm Site →

Universally Designed Space Signs

Sign Type

Signs for lactation rooms, all gender restrooms, reflection rooms, and similar spaces.

Notes

Review related CSU standards for requirements by space type and use.

Contact

CSU Facilities Management Environmental Graphic Designer – Jessica Kramer 970-657-3919

Wayfinding and Directional Signs

Sign Type

Interior wayfinding and directional signs.

Notes

Use for directional signage, navigation support, and wayfinding improvements inside buildings.

Contact

CSU Facilities Management Environmental Graphic Designer – Jessica Kramer 970-657-3919


Exterior Sign Details

Use the sections below to review common exterior sign types, likely contacts, and related guidance.

Regulatory Parking Signs

Sign Type

Parking regulation signs.

Notes

Use for parking-related regulatory signage, parking areas, and transportation-related sign needs.

Contact

CSU Transportation: 970-491-7041

Traffic Control Signs

Sign Type

Stop signs, yield signs, street signs, and related traffic control signs.

Notes

Dispatch will route requests to Facilities General Services.

Contact

Facilities Management Dispatch: 970-491-0077

Commemorative Benches and Plaques

Sign Type

Commemorative benches, plaques, and donor recognition elements.

Notes

Donor Relations coordinates planning and works with Facilities Management on location and installation.

Contact

CSU Office of Donor Relations

Contact Donor Relations →

Exterior Permanent Signs, Wayfinding, and Monuments

Sign Type

Exterior permanent signs, monuments, and campus wayfinding.

Notes

Contact for exterior signage standards, monuments, and wayfinding projects.

Contact

CSU Facilities Management Environmental Graphic Designer – Jessica Kramer 970-657-3919

Exterior Temporary Signs, Postings, and Banners

Sign Type

Temporary exterior signs, posters, postings, and banners.

Notes

Refer to CSU Temporary Signs, Posters, and Banners Policy 5-6030-006.

Guidance

Review the temporary signage policy before posting or installing temporary exterior signage.

View Policy →

Exterior Temporary Construction Signs

Sign Type

Temporary construction signage for exterior project areas.

Notes

Coordinate temporary construction signs, placement, and visual standards through this office.

Contact

CSU Facilities Management Environmental Graphic Designer – Jessica Kramer 970-657-3919


Need Help?

Not sure what type of sign you need or where to start? Use the option below to connect with the right campus resource.

Contact

CSU Facilities Management Environmental Graphic Designer

Jessica Kramer
970-657-3919


Resources

Use the links below to review signage guidance, standards, and related campus resources.