A federal appeals court has ruled that New York City did not violate the First Amendment by regulating the number of billboards allowed on the roadways. (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘billboard history’
Federal Appeals Court Rules Against Outdoor Companies in New York
Friday, February 26th, 2010Hollywood Sign Threatened by Development
Friday, February 19th, 2010The landmark “HOLLYWOOD” sign in Los Angeles has been threatened by development of the property immediately surrounding the national icon.
The privately owned land that the sign sits in is in jeopardy of becoming a luxury home development – unless the Trust for Public Land can raise the money to buy the property and make it part of Griffith Park. They need to raise an additional $12.5 million by April 14th. (more…)
The Complete History of Billboard Lighting and a Million Options for Your Sign
Saturday, November 21st, 2009Ever since Franklin discovered electricity with a kite, and Edison perfected its use with the light bulb, the lighting of billboards has been an important option to consider. Even though there are very few unlit billboards in existence today, except in extremely remote areas of the U.S., there are so many lighting options that it is important to have a good working knowledge of each – and to know which work and which don’t. Since a poorly lit sign can be hard to rent, and require a substantial discount in rent, you should definitely become an expert on this.
(more…)