Shame when pirate sign installers have the upper hand over those that go through the effort to get a permit. How can anyone compete with pricing that does not have the same cost factor? Suppose you'll be seeing a lot more "illegal" signage going up as the city's continue to let greed get in the way. I know plenty of legit sign companies that circumvent the city all together and simply install/repair/upgrade during hours when city inspectors are not trolling for dollars and never have an issue. Just like most rules, made to keep the honest guy honest...