# Sign Regulations in Eloy, Arizona

Sign permit rules, size and height limits, setbacks, and ordinance citations for Eloy, Arizona, compiled by PermitPal from the jurisdiction's published municipal code.

- **Jurisdiction:** Eloy, Arizona (AZ)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/arizona/eloy
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-19

## At a glance

Eloy, Arizona regulates 26 sign types across 6 zoning districts. Freeway Pylon Signs in the Commercial Zoning Districts, Industrial Zoning Districts, Aviation Overlay Zoning Districts zoning district are capped at 80 ft tall, 600 sq ft (single panel max 150 sq ft), and 12 ft wide, with a Min distance from ROW = sign height; 300' separation between pylons setback (Sec. 21-4-3.9G). Most commercial signs in Eloy require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (6 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Residential Districts (RR, R-1, R-2, MHS, MHP) | 8 | 6 ft | Not permitted for individual dwelling units. Permitted for multi-family and non-residential uses: 32 sq ft per banner, 1 per street frontage | — |
| Commercial Zoning Districts, Industrial Zoning Districts, Aviation Overlay Zoning Districts | 15 | 80 ft | 600 sq ft (single panel max 150 sq ft) | — |
| OS | 5 | 8 ft | 32 sq ft per banner, 1 per street frontage | — |
| Downtown District | 1 | 3 ft | 6 sq ft per side | — |
| Non-Residential Zoning Districts | 1 | 25 ft | Per total aggregate sign area standards (see Commercial) | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 2 | 3 ft | 4 sq ft | — |

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements (sample of 3 of 6 zones)

### Residential Districts (RR, R-1, R-2, MHS, MHP)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wall Sign (Single-Family Residential Use) | — | 2 sq ft per parcel | — | — | 1 per parcel | — | — | 21-4-3.8 Table 4.3-1; 21-4-3.9A8 |
| Wall Sign (Residential Subdivision Entrance) | — | 24 sq ft per entrance | — | — | 1 per non-local street access | At subdivision entrance | — | 21-4-3.9A9a-d |
| Wall Sign (Multi-Family Buildings) | — | 6 sq ft per building | — | — | 1 per multi-family building | Per multi-family building | — | 21-4-3.9A9 |
| Freestanding/Monument Sign (Residential Subdivision or Multi-Family Development) | 6 ft | 24 sq ft | — | — | 1 per non-local street access | Non-local street access to subdivision/multi-family development | — | 21-4-3.9D10 |
| Banner Sign (Temporary) | No higher than roofline | Not permitted for individual dwelling units. Permitted for multi-family and non-residential uses: 32 sq ft per banner, 1 per street frontage | — | — | 1 per street frontage, per development or business | Securely affixed to wall or fence. Not in right-of-way. | — | 21-4-3.10B |
| Weekend Directional Sign (Temporary) | 3 ft | 4 sq ft | — | At least 1 ft behind curb or edge of pavement. | — | 1 foot behind curb or edge of pavement; not in median or sidewalk. | — | 21-4-3.10D |
| Yard Sign (Single Family) | 6 ft | 6 sq ft | — | — | 1 per property | On property (not in ROW, pole, public property, etc.) | — | 21-4-3.10E1, 21-4-3.10E3, 21-4-3.10E7-8 |
| Yard Sign (Multi-family Residential) | 6 ft | 8 sq ft | — | — | 1 per property | On property (not in ROW, pole, public property, etc.) | — | 21-4-3.10E2, 21-4-3.10E7-8 |

### Commercial Zoning Districts, Industrial Zoning Districts, Aviation Overlay Zoning Districts

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wall Sign (Single-Tenant) | 25 ft (shall not extend above wall, parapet, or fascia) | 300 sq ft maximum | — | — | 1 per street frontage per business | One per street frontage, supported solely by facade; can be on roof if roof is <25° of vertical | — | 21-4-3.9A, 21-4-3.7 |
| Wall Sign (Multi-Tenant Building Identification) | 25 ft (shall not extend above wall, parapet, or fascia) | 300 sq ft maximum | — | — | 1 per street frontage | Shall take place of single business wall-mounted signs; one per street frontage; on wall facing major adjacent street | — | 21-4-3.9A11 |
| Freestanding/Monument Sign (Single Tenant Building) | 8 ft | 75 sq ft | — | No portion within 3' of front, 6' of side/rear property line | 1 per street frontage (see also multiple building developments) | Not in ROW; counts toward aggregate sign area; address required on structure | — | 21-4-3.9D |
| Freestanding/Monument Sign (Multi-Tenant Single Building) | 8 ft | 96 sq ft | — | — | 1 per street frontage | As above | — | 21-4-3.9D4 |
| Freestanding/Monument Sign (Multiple Building Developments/Commercial Centers) | 8 ft | 96 sq ft per sign | — | See above | 1 per 200' street frontage; max two per frontage | Min 230' between signs on same frontage | — | 21-4-3.9D5 |
| Projecting Sign | — | 15 sq ft | Outward projection max 4', or 50% of sidewalk width | — | 1 per ground floor business front | One per ground floor business front | — | 21-4-3.9F |
| Freeway Pylon Sign | 80 ft | 600 sq ft (single panel max 150 sq ft) | 12 ft | Min distance from ROW = sign height; 300' separation between pylons | 1 per property (additional for >200' frontage) | Min 300' freeway frontage; min 20 acres; only on Commercial or Industrial zones; min 100' between each sign; min 300' separation; set back from ROW a distance equal to height | — | 21-4-3.9G |
| A-Frame Sign (Temporary/Sandwich Board) | 3 ft | 6 sq ft per side | — | At least 1' behind curb/sidewalk; 5' from edge of pavement if no sidewalk | 1 per street/public access/frontage | On property or adjacent right-of-way (see table for specifics, more permissive in Downtown) | — | 21-4-3.10A |

### OS

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wall Sign (Non-Residential Use) | — | Follow Commercial district standards | — | — | — | Allowed per Table 4.3-1 for non-residential | — | 21-4-3.8 Table 4.3-1 |
| Freestanding/Monument Sign (Non-Residential Use) | — | Follow Commercial district standards | — | — | — | Allowed per Table 4.3-1 for non-residential | — | 21-4-3.8 Table 4.3-1 |
| Banner Sign (Temporary) | — | 32 sq ft per banner, 1 per street frontage | — | — | 1 per street frontage | Affixed to wall or fence; not in right-of-way | — | 21-4-3.10B |
| Weekend Directional Sign (Temporary) | 3 ft | 4 sq ft | — | At least 1' behind curb/edge of pavement | — | 1' behind curb/edge of pavement; not in ROW, medians, or sidewalk | — | 21-4-3.10D |
| Yard Sign (Non-Residential Uses) | 8 ft | 32 sq ft | — | — | 1 per property | On property (not in ROW or on poles, etc.) | — | 21-4-3.10E4, 21-4-3.10E7-8 |

## Prohibited signs in Eloy

- No person shall stop or stand a vehicle in disobedience to parking restriction signs erected by the chief of police upon council approval.
- No driver shall disobey the directions of any authorized sign indicating no right, left, or U-turn.
- Signs may not be located on the paved portion of any public street, any sidewalk, or any median, except as specifically permitted for some A-frame signs in the Downtown District.
- Signs may not be located within designated parking or loading areas.
- Signs may not be located in a manner that poses a traffic vision hazard.
- A-frame signs may not be placed in locations that modify or damage landscaping.
- Banner signs shall not be located in a manner that poses a traffic vision hazard and are not allowed within the public right-of-way.
- Sign walkers may not erect or place tents, temporary structures, umbrellas, chairs or stools within the public right-of-way or adjacent property.
- Sign walkers may not obstruct vehicle sight lines or the free movement of pedestrians on sidewalks.
- Sign walkers are not allowed in the medians of public streets.
- Weekend directional signs shall not be attached to any utility pole or box, light pole, street sign, tree, or any structure within the public right-of-way.
- Yard signs shall not be located within any right-of-way or placed on any utility pole, street light, or similar object, or on public property.
- Temporary window decorations or paintings cannot contain any form of advertising copy, including business name, logo, or sale language.

## Signs exempt from permit in Eloy

- Signs that meet the standards for temporary signs in section 21-4-3.10 are exempt from standards for permanent signs and are not counted in the total aggregate sign area.
- Holiday window decorations/paintings may be displayed temporarily for civic, patriotic, or religious holidays and do not require a sign permit.
- Yard signs with a sign area six (6) square feet or less do not require a sign permit, provided compliance with requirements.
- Temporary window decorations/painting signs are permitted in all zoning districts and do not require a sign permit or inclusion in total aggregate sign area.
- Political signs are regulated by Arizona Revised Statutes section 16-1019.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- A Master Sign Program application must be submitted to the Zoning Administrator and requires review by staff, the Planning and Zoning Commission (public hearing and recommendation), and approval by City Council (public meeting).
- A comprehensive sign plan or sign permit must be submitted to the Zoning Administrator for review and approval for certain signage; these applications must include all information as specified in section 21-4-3.11.
- A comprehensive sign package is required for all freeway pylon signs and must be reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved by City Council; Council may vary certain restrictions upon justification.
- If electrical wiring and connections will be used in a proposed sign, electrical plans and specifications must be submitted as part of the sign permit application for review by the building official.
- Appeals of Zoning Administrator decisions on sign permits or sign plans can be made to the Board of Adjustment.

## Full detail

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