TOD signs must take advantage of natural terrain, must have minimal impact on the scenic environment, and must avoid visual conflict with other signs, signals, or devices within the right of way. TOD signs are placed within the State right of way and require a permit.

The following information is presented as a guide for the public in determining which sign would be most appropriate for their needs, and the general regulations and procedures with which the applicant must conform.

NYS Sign Program - How to Apply. Gather together the information you will need to discuss your sign needs with one of Department's staff and have an idea of where you would like the sign placed. Outside of New York City, call your DOT Regional Right of Way Office. Within New York City, please contact the New York City Department of Buildings.

TOD signs consist of a blue sign panel stating in white the name of a qualified attraction that provides the general public with agricultural, cultural, historical or recreational activities. There are two types of TOD signs: Advance and Intersection.

The Ohio Tourist-Oriented Directional Signs (TODS) Program permits eligible tourist-oriented activities to be identified on directional signs established for the program. The signs are placed at conventional road and expressway at-grade intersections.

TODS signing is a worthwhile investment to get visitors out of their cars and into your business. TODS are installed on the local State and Municipal roadways within the geographical location of your business. TODS provide directional signing specifically to …

Tourist Oriented Directional Signs (TODS) – A 72”x24” or 48”x16” directional sign (D7-4) with white legend on blue or brown background that indicates the name of, and gives directional guidance to the Participant’s location.

LOGO signs provide identification and directional information to the traveling public for eligible businesses offering gas, food, lodging, camping, 24-hour pharmacies and tourist attractions near interstates, freeways and expressways.

Tourist-Oriented Directional Signs (TODS) provide motorists with directional information for qualifying tourist-related businesses, services or activities. Tourist-related businesses, whose major portion of income or visitors is derived from visitors who do not reside in the immediate area where the business is located, qualify for TODS.

Tourist Oriented Directional (TOD) Signs: TOD signs are installed along other public highways (crossroads) as necessary to direct motorists from the Thruway ramp to the business referred on the logo sign panel.