How high off the ground should a street sign be?

Most pedestrian areas require about seven feet of clearance from the sidewalk to the bottom edge of the sign. Rural locations can allow around five feet, but local codes may vary.

How deep should a post be installed?

As a general rule, posts are set two to three feet deep, or about one-third of the total post length. Soil type and frost conditions may call for deeper installation.

Which is better: U-channel, square, or round posts?

U-channel posts are economical and simple for smaller signs. Square tubing offers more rigidity and makes it easier to stack multiple signs. Round posts are common in municipal settings and for specialty brackets.

What does “breakaway” mean for a sign post?

A breakaway system is designed to give way if struck by a vehicle, reducing crash impact. They are usually required when posts are within the clear zone of a roadway.

Can posts be set in concrete?

Yes, posts can be anchored in concrete for extra stability. In road clear zones, however, the base must still meet breakaway requirements, and drainage should be provided to avoid corrosion.

What size post is needed for a medium-sized sign?

For signs around 24 × 30 inches, a heavier U-channel or a small square tube is often recommended. Larger or stacked signs may require stronger posts.

How far from the curb should a post be placed?

In residential streets, posts are commonly offset 6 to 12 inches from the back of curb. Higher-speed roads may require more clearance for safety.

STREET POSTS, AMENITIES, MAILBOXES

Street Sign Posts, Amenity Signs & Mailboxes

At Subdivision Signs, we design, permit, manufacture, and install premium community signage that elevates entrances and common areas. In addition, our team manages every step—from site survey and concept design to permitting and final installation—so HOAs and property managers can move forward with confidence.

Street Sign Posts, Amenity Signs & Mailboxes (Metro Atlanta)

Subdivision Signs designs, fabricates, and installs custom street sign posts, amenity signs, and mailbox systems for HOAs and builders across Metro Atlanta — including Marietta, Kennesaw, Woodstock, Roswell, and Alpharetta. Our team restores, repaints, and replaces aging street signs with durable aluminum and steel posts that stand up to Georgia’s weather.

Why communities choose us

Match your look: colors, fonts, borders, finials & base styles
Durable builds: aluminum/steel posts, UV-laminated blades, reflective options (EG, HIP, DG)
Faster turnaround: field survey, proofs, install—coordinated with managers/HOAs
One team, turnkey: removal, disposal, installation & punch-list

Atlanta-Area Street Sign and Mailbox Styles

We supply and install custom subdivision street signs, amenity signage, and mailbox systems throughout Marietta, Kennesaw, Canton, Roswell, and surrounding Metro Atlanta areas. Every system meets HOA and city design standards.

Mailboxes

Posts

Caps & Finials

Street Blades

Street Sign & Mailbox FAQs for Metro Atlanta HOAs

What’s the required height for subdivision street signs in Georgia?

Most Metro Atlanta cities — including Marietta and Woodstock — follow MUTCD standards, requiring blades 7–9 feet above ground.

Can I replace just one damaged sign post?

Yes. Our team color-matches new posts to your existing design and serves all Atlanta suburbs from Kennesaw to Alpharetta.

What materials last longest in Georgia’s humidity and heat?

Powder-coated aluminum or galvanized steel resist corrosion and fading, ideal for long-term performance in Metro Atlanta weather.

Do you handle installation and removal?

Yes, we remove, dispose of, and install new systems across Cobb, Cherokee, and Fulton counties.

Can mailboxes be customized to our HOA’s design?

Absolutely. We match finishes, colors, and decorative hardware for consistent neighborhood aesthetics.

Do you offer repainting for fading or chipped posts?

Yes, we repaint and restore signs to match original finishes — ideal for extending service life affordably.