Frequently Asked Questions

If you live or have a business in the Sac County unincorporated area, then yes, you need a sign. Some people get a 911 sign even if they do not have a home or business at a particular location. A 911 sign is a convenient way to let delivery drivers or emergency services know where you want a delivery dropped off or when you want someone to find you.

It’s pretty simple to apply for a 911 sign - see our directions at the link. A map of your parcel (or even your parcel number) helps a lot! If you are putting in a new driveway, please ensure that Sac County Zoning has approved the driveway prior to obtaining a 911 address.

Your sign is free! This includes the post, the sign, and hardware to attach the sign to the post along with a set of instructions if you are planning to install yourself. Prorated charges may be applied when purchasing replacement parts.

Sac County Residents get their signs from the 911 Coordinator once an application has been approved through Zoning and a request for a sign has been received either through email or in person. We can usually assign your 911 address and provide you with a sign on the same day, usually within 20 minutes. In cities and towns, contact the city clerk for your specific address.

911 signs are installed next to your driveway, on your property, out of the right of way.

The property owner can install the sign themselves, or it is a service the 911 Coordinator will take care of.

The property owner is responsible for replacing any damaged or missing 911 signage. In addition, it is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure the signage is always visible. This includes clearing brush, tall grass, and preventing snow from piling up around the signage and blocking a clear line of sight.

As our addressing system is based upon a mile marker grid, and because every address is a mile marker, residents cannot assign their own addresses. Addresses throughout the county can only be assigned by the 911 Coordinator. This ensures that a proper milemarker measurement is made and that the address is loaded into 911-dispatching and response systems.

Unfortunately, the changing of an address number or a street name can, and does, occur. Renaming a street or changing an address only occurs when there is a definite tie to public safety. If your address needs to be reassigned or your street name needs to be changed, you will receive notification from the 911 Coordinator.