{"product_id":"traffic-and-street-sign-package-estate-series-stop-sign","title":"Traffic and Street Sign Package Estate Series - Stop Sign","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"product-tab-detail-section\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Imperial Street Stop Sign — Estate Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eHere's what the Imperial Estate Series includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSign Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard octagonal STOP sign face\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-inch, 24-inch, and 30-inch diameter options\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReflectivity: \u003c\/strong\u003eType I (Engineering Grade), Type III (High Intensity), and Type IV (Diamond Grade) available\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-gauge aluminum sign blank, rust-free and corrosion-resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackplate: \u003c\/strong\u003eCoordinated aluminum backplate available to enhance sign visibility and reinforce the decorative profile\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost: \u003c\/strong\u003eExtruded aluminum pole meeting ASTM standards, available in multiple heights\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium powder-coated enamel baked on for UV and moisture resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase \u003c\/strong\u003eOptions: Decorative flange base or in-ground direct burial\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinial: \u003c\/strong\u003eOrnamental cap options included for a finished, intentional appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eReflectivity Comparison: Which Grade Do You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eReflectivity grade determines how visible your sign is to drivers at night and in low-light conditions. Choose based on your specific traffic environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100.026%; height: 85.875px;\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width: 15.007%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width: 10.007%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width: 23.007%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width: 23.007%;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21.4688px;\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21.4688px;\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eEngineering Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eType I\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLow-speed, low-traffic zones\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eParking lots, private driveways\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21.4688px;\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHigh Intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eType III\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eModerate traffic, residential roads\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eResidential streets, HOA communities\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 21.4688px;\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDiamond Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eType IV\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHigh-speed or high-risk locations\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHazardous intersections, arterial roads\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Imperial Estate Series ships standard with a High Intensity (Type III) street sign face.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Build Your Sign System\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eConfiguring the Imperial Estate system takes five decisions. Work through them in order and you'll have a compatible, complete setup before checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003col\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose component color.\u003c\/strong\u003e Black is the standard HOA and campus choice. It holds up against UV fading better than lighter powder coats and coordinates cleanly with most architectural palettes.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your traffic sign and blade combo.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair your STOP face with a street name blade. The style of the blade frame influences the overall look of the sign and how the name panel is attached. Flat blades suit minimalist installs; framed blades add structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelect pole height.\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure from finished grade to the bottom of the sign face. MUTCD recommends a minimum 7-foot clearance at pedestrian locations and 14 feet at vehicle crossings. Subtract the depth going into the ground from the total pole length to find the height above ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePick frame size and blade frame style. \u003c\/strong\u003eFrame size determines how many street name blades you can mount. Blade frame style, open or closed, changes the visual weight of the assembly. Open frames read lighter; closed frames look more formal.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose finial and base. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe finial caps the top of the pole and signals a planned installation rather than a utility setup. The base choice affects durability: a decorative flange base works well on poured concrete pads, while direct burial suits softer ground installs.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eCompliance Notes: DOT and MUTCD\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Imperial Estate Series sign face meets MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) design standards for stop sign geometry, color, and lettering. The aluminum substrate and reflective sheeting conform to federal specifications for traffic control devices on roadways open to public travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eInstalling on a public road requires local approval regardless of sign quality. Contact your municipality or transportation department before installation. The rules may be less strict for HOAs and campuses, but using MUTCD guidelines is still the safest and most responsible choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTypical approved use cases include municipalities, HOA entrance roads, private community streets, campus intersections, commercial parking lot entrances, and gated developments.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eHere's what a standard Imperial Estate pole installation involves:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTools and materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e The basic tools include a post hole digger or auger, quick set concrete, a level, a tape measure, and the included mounting hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDig:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dig to a depth appropriate for your soil type and pole height. A general rule is to bury one-third of the total pole length.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet post: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlace the pole in the hole and plumb it with a level on two perpendicular faces.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour and cure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pour quick-set concrete around the base. Allow full cure time before proceeding. Rushing this step compromises long-term plumb.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount sign: \u003c\/strong\u003eAttach the sign face and blade assembly using the provided hardware. Confirm all fasteners are tight before leaving the site.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOn sloped ground, measure your above-grade pole height from the high side of the grade. Follow local codes for setback distance from the road edge and use appropriate safety precautions during all ground work.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Imperial Estate Sign?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Estate Series isn't assembled from mismatched components. Imperial designs the sign face, post, base, and finial as a matched system: same finish batch, same tolerances, same design language. The decorative base and ornamental finial give HOAs and community developments a finished, intentional look at the curb rather than the utilitarian appearance of a standard utility install. You don't spend time hunting compatible hardware or second-guessing whether the post gauge matches the mounting bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe extruded aluminum pole meets ASTM structural standards, which matters for wind load performance in exposed locations. The powder-coated enamel finish is electrostatically applied and oven-cured. It bonds to the metal rather than sitting on top of it. Property managers and HOAs like this system because it keeps the community looking sharp and well cared for over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat reflectivity do I need for night visibility?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIt depends on your traffic environment. Here's a quick guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParking lots and low-speed private drives: \u003c\/strong\u003eType I Engineering Grade is sufficient\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidential streets and HOA roads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type III High Intensity is the right baseline\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous or high-speed intersections: \u003c\/strong\u003eType IV Diamond Grade delivers the highest nighttime visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this approved for public road use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe sign face meets MUTCD design standards. Installation on a public road still requires approval from your local transportation authority or municipality. For private roads, HOAs, campuses, and parking areas, no public-road approval is needed, but using MUTCD-compliant signs is recommended for driver recognition and liability protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the package include custom street name text?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStreet name blades come included with the system setup. Custom text is specified at the time of order. Confirm your street name, lettering size, and reflectivity grade when building your sign combo in step two of the configuration process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat STOP sign size should I choose for a street vs. a private road?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSign size should match your road type and speed environment. Here's how to decide:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18-inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suited for low-speed parking areas and pedestrian-priority zones\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24-inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard for residential streets and HOA roads, the most common choice\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30-inch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required on higher-speed roads and recommended wherever MUTCD compliance with arterial standards is needed\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eTraffic and Street Sign Package Estate Series - Stop Sign\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n \u003cul\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eAll Sign Systems utilize an extruded\r\n aluminum pole meeting ASTM\r\n Standards. Century Poles are\r\n Schedule 80, Imperial Poles are\r\n Schedule 10, Estate Poles have a\r\n wall thickness of .109\" \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eAll Systems Designed for Direct\r\n Ground Burial\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eAll Street Signs Are Finished\r\n Using A Premium Enamel Paint\r\n Ensuring Continuity Of Service.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eD.O.T. Standard, Custom Sign\r\n Faces \u0026amp; Street Name Signs\r\n Available.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n \u003cp\u003eThis product listing includes all of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n \u003cul\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003ePost (14' 6\")\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eBase \u0026amp; Finial Type 8 Shown (You may substitute from\r\n list below )\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eUS DOT Approved Traffic Sign Backplate\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eUS DOT Approved Traffic High Intensity Street Sign \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e Street Sign Arms (select type in the option section)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e Street Sign Insert with Reflective Letters and bolt-on\r\n frame\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast\r\n Aluminum Blade Street Sign Systems,\u003c\/strong\u003e please see Items\r\n IMP-E1-6b6 (with accompanying Traffic Signs) and IMP-E1-7b7 (with\r\n accompanying Traffic Signs).\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n \u003cimg style=\"width: 500px; height: 235px;\" alt=\"DOT Street Sign Blades and Frames\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/3529\/0537\/files\/IMP-Text-for-DOT-Traffic-Signs.jpg?v=1780486233\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n \u003cimg style=\"width: 500px; height: 381px;\" alt=\"Imperial Scroll Style Options\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/3529\/0537\/files\/Imp-Scroll-styles-text.jpg?v=1780486232\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n \u003cimg style=\"width: 500px; height: 338px;\" alt=\"Imperial Traffic Sign Bases and Finials\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/3529\/0537\/files\/IMP-DOT-Street-Sign-Bases-Finials-for-text.jpg?v=1780486233\" width: height:\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container your-reference\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"heading-reference\"\u003eFor Your Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"heading-our-sku\"\u003eOUR SKU is \u003cspan class=\"heading-ref-brand\"\u003eImperial Street Signs\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"heading-ref-sku\"\u003eIMP-E1-6SC6\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ref-info\"\u003eThis item is also sometimes listed under the following manufacturer numbers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIMP-E1-6SC6\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Imperial Street Signs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47140894146729,"sku":"IMP-E1-6SC6","price":976.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/3529\/0537\/files\/imp-e1-6sc6.jpg?v=1780484962","url":"https:\/\/new.budgetmailboxes.com\/products\/traffic-and-street-sign-package-estate-series-stop-sign","provider":"Budget Mailboxes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}