UMSL Space Planning

Space Planning and Signage Requests

UMSL Planning, Design, and Construction (PD&C) manages space planning and signage requests across campus to ensure the university’s physical resources are used effectively, strategically, and in support of institutional goals. The process below applies to all space requests, exterior signage, wayfinding signage, and exterior/interior graphics.

Signage

Departments requesting signage should engage UMSL Marketing & Communications early in the development process. Market & Communications will assist in developing signage with appropriate branding and messaging for campus.

Signage included within large capital projects will be developed by PD&C and Marketing & Communications. Signage packages will be reviewed by the Campus Infrastructure Strategy and Space Planning Committee for final approval. This includes exterior signage, wayfinding signage, and exterior/interior graphics related to projects.

How to Request Signage

1. Obtain approval from your Dean or Vice Chancellor

2. Engage Marketing & Communications in the development of a signage package

3. Submit a Space Request Form (below) using the Kuali form

   a. Include relevant details such as:

   • Purpose of the request

   • Proposed locations for the signage

   • Pricing information (if available)

   • Images of the proposed signage package

Signage requests are reviewed by the Campus Infrastructure Strategy and Space Planning Committee. All requests are evaluated collaboratively to ensure alignment with strategic goals and responsible use of university resources.

Space Request

If your department needs additional space or plans to modify the use of an existing space, a Space Request Form must be submitted. Requests should be initiated and approved by the appropriate Dean or Vice Chancellor before being sent for review by the Campus Infrastructure Strategy & Space Planning Committee for consideration.

Once received, UMSL Facilities will confirm that the appropriate Vice Chancellor reviews the request. The Vice Chancellor will present the space request to the Campus Infrastructure Strategy & Space Planning Committee for consideration. Final approval is determined by the Chancellor’s Office, based on those recommendations and alignment with campus priorities.

How to Request Space

1. Obtain approval from your Dean or Vice Chancellor

2. Submit a Space Request Form (below) using the Kuali form

   a. Include relevant details such as:

   • Purpose of the request

   • Number of people impacted

   • Location

   • Any special space requests

Space requests are reviewed by the Campus Infrastructure Strategy and Space Planning Committee. All requests are evaluated collaboratively to ensure alignment with strategic goals and responsible use of university resources.