What are the ordinances for yard signs?

Please note: No signs are permitted on the tree lawn or on public property (i.e. parks, medians, RTA stations). Signs placed in the right of way (tree lawn) or on public property will be removed by the City.

Residential lawn signs are allowed in the front yard setback 20 ft. from the sidewalk (toward the house). In addition:

The following rules for signs are from the Codified Ordinance Section 1250.04A:

  • Residential lawn signs are allowed in the front yard setback 20 ft. from the sidewalk (toward the house).
  • Signs cannot be more than 6 sq. ft. in size for an individual sign
  • You may have more than one sign, but they cannot total more than 12 sq. ft. in size.
  • Signs in the window or on the house have the same size requirements.
  • Signs may be in place for 45 days at a time. After that, they should be removed or replaced.
  • As noted, signs on the tree lawn or on public property (i.e. parks, RTA stations) are not permitted.

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