Entry 1:
Question: Where do I place my official inspection station sign?
Answer: The DMV mandates that the sign can be single- or double-faced, but it must be permanently hung or mounted so it is clearly visible to the public from outside the building or at the facility’s entrance.
Entry 2:
Question: Will the DMV provide the sign for my shop?
Answer: No, the NYS DMV does not provide official inspection station signs. Business owners must purchase compliant signage from private sign shops and manufacturers.
Entry 3:
Question: Do I need a separate sign for my station number?
Answer: While some older, grandfathered stations may have separate hanging number signs, current regulations dictate that the two-inch block letters for the station number must be placed directly upon the main sign, right below the word “OFFICIAL”.
Entry 4:
Question: What happens if my sign does not meet the 79.13 regulations?
Answer: During the initial on-site investigation, the automotive facilities inspector (AFI) will deny your application to open an inspection station if the signs are incorrect or not clearly visible from the street.
