Sign Regulations in Tolleson, Arizona
Tolleson, Arizona has specific sign regulations covering 29 sign types across 7 zoning districts. Regulated sign types include Political Sign, Sale/Lease Residential Advertising Sign, Business Identification Sign (Building-Mounted). Height restrictions apply. Permits are required for most commercial signs. Use PermitPal to get instant access to the complete regulations.
Data last verified: May 9, 2025
Sign Regulation Overview for Tolleson, Arizona
Sample Sign Requirements in Tolleson
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Setback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Address Sign | — | 1 sq ft | — |
| Home Occupation Identification Sign | — | 4 sq ft | — |
| Sale/Lease Residential Advertising Sign | — | 6 sq ft | — |
* Sample data shown. Actual requirements may vary by zone. Use PermitPal for complete, location-specific regulations.
Sign Types Covered
29
- Political Sign
- Sale/Lease Residential Advertising Sign
- Business Identification Sign (Building-Mounted)
- Freestanding Business Identification Sign
- +2 more types
Zoning Districts
7
Different zoning districts with specific sign regulations
Data Includes
- Permit requirements
- Height restrictions
- Illumination rules
Official Resources for Tolleson
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sign height limits in Tolleson vary by zone and sign type. Wall signs typically range from 25-40 feet, while monument signs are usually limited to 6-10 feet. Use PermitPal to get exact requirements for your property.
To get a sign permit in Tolleson, submit an application to the local building or planning department with sign dimensions, location, and design specifications. Our data confirms permits are required for most commercial signs. Processing typically takes 1-4 weeks. PermitPal helps you identify specific requirements and prepare complete applications.
In Tolleson, regulated sign types include Political Sign, Sale/Lease Residential Advertising Sign, Business Identification Sign (Building-Mounted), Freestanding Business Identification Sign, and 2 more types. Most commercial signs require permits. Temporary signs and certain small signs may be exempt. Use PermitPal for specific exemptions.
Sign setback requirements in Tolleson vary by zone and sign type, typically ranging from 5-15 feet from property lines. Use PermitPal for specific setback requirements at your location.
Digital and LED signs in Tolleson are regulated with specific requirements for brightness, animation, and message duration. Tolleson has documented illumination rules in our database. Use PermitPal to see the exact requirements for electronic message centers.
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Tolleson, Arizona Sign Rules at a Glance
Tolleson, Arizona regulates 29 sign types across 7 zoning districts. Monument Signs in the Commercial Office Residential Entertainment District (CORE) zoning district are capped at 6 ft tall, 36 sq ft, and Max depth 18 ft wide, with a 5 ft from front property line, 10 ft from side property line setback (Sec. § 12-4-98(L)). Most commercial signs in Tolleson require a permit.
Detailed Sign Ordinance Requirements for Tolleson, Arizona
Sign Rules by Zoning District in Tolleson (7 zones)
| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-Family Residential Districts (R1-35, R1-18, R1-7, R1-MH) | 5 | — | 16 sq ft | — |
| Multi-Family Residential, Mobile Home Park, and Recreation Vehicle Park Districts (R-2, R-MHP, RVP) | 4 | — | 24 sq ft | — |
| Neighborhood Commercial - 1 District (C-1), General Commercial - 2 District (C-2) | 8 | 70 ft (+3 ft for architectural embellishments) | 400 sq ft (+20% for center ID) | — |
| Commercial Office Residential Entertainment District (CORE) | 11 | Max 10 ft for 1-story/14 ft for 2-story; min clear height 10 ft | Up to 100 sq ft for grand opening/event banners/flags | — |
| Light Industrial Park District (I-1), General Industrial District (I-2) | 6 | 60 ft (single tenant), 70 ft (multi-tenant) | 200 sq ft (single tenant); 400 sq ft + 20% (multi-tenant) | — |
| Planned Area Development District (P.A.D.) | 1 | — | — | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 2 | — | 24 sq ft | — |
Zone-by-Zone Sign Requirements in Tolleson(sample of 3 of 7 zones)
Neighborhood Commercial - 1 District (C-1), General Commercial - 2 District (C-2)
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Premium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account) | Ordinance Citation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Identification Sign (Building-Mounted) | Top 33% of wall; no character over 8 ft; average height not to exceed 6 ft | Not to exceed 250 sq ft per sign | — | — | Up to 3 per building | Top 33% of the wall; may not project above roofline | — | Unlock | § 12-4-132(G) |
| Freestanding Business Identification Sign | 12 ft (corner parcels: 16 ft) | 36 sq ft (corner parcels with 100 ft of street frontage: 48 sq ft) | — | Not closer than 10 ft to abutting lot; setbacks as above | 1 per street frontage; corner parcels may have 1 per frontage | Within property; must not overhang right-of-way or be closer than 10 ft to abutting lot line | — | Unlock | § 12-4-132(B) |
| Center Identification Sign | 12 ft (corner: 16 ft) | 36 sq ft (subject to same as freestanding sign) | — | — | 1 per street frontage; subject to property frontage | Freestanding | — | Unlock | § 12-4-132(C) |
| Freeway Monument Sign - Single Tenant | 60 ft (+3 ft for architectural embellishments) | 200 sq ft | — | Min 50 ft from non-freeway lot line, 100 ft from any residential property | 1 per 1,000 ft freeway frontage (up to 3 per site) | On-premise, abutting freeway right-of-way | — | Unlock | § 12-4-132(F)(2) |
| Freeway Monument Sign - Multi-Tenant | 70 ft (+3 ft for architectural embellishments) | 400 sq ft (+20% for center ID) | — | Min 50 ft from non-freeway lot line, 200 ft from residential | 1 per 1,000 ft freeway frontage (up to 3 per site) | On-premise, abutting freeway right-of-way | — | Unlock | § 12-4-132(F)(3) |
| Temporary Sandwich or Portable Sign | — | 3 sq ft | — | — | — | Outside business | — | Unlock | § 12-4-133(B) |
| Sale/Lease Commercial/Industrial Advertising Sign | — | 32 sq ft | — | — | 1 | Building mounted or freestanding | — | Unlock | § 12-4-133 |
| Political Sign | — | 32 sq ft (commercial/industrial/other zones) | — | — | — | Building mounted or freestanding | — | Unlock | § 12-4-133, § 12-4-132(I) |
Commercial Office Residential Entertainment District (CORE)
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Premium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account) | Ordinance Citation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wall Sign | — | — | Projection max 12 inches | — | — | Building wall; front, rear or side; ground floor | — | Unlock | § 12-4-98(F) |
| Awning Sign | — | Max coverage 25% of sloping plane; text on valance max 2 ft high; max width is 75% of awning width | — | — | — | Awning on ground floor | — | Unlock | § 12-4-98(G) |
| Canopy Sign | Max height of text/graphics: 2 ft; clear height min 10 ft above sidewalk | — | Max 75% canopy width | — | — | On face of canopy | — | Unlock | § 12-4-98(H) |
| Projecting Sign | Max 10 ft for 1-story/14 ft for 2-story; min clear height 10 ft | — | Max 6 ft projection, min 1 ft spacing from wall | — | — | Perpendicular to building façade | — | Unlock | § 12-4-98(I) |
| Shingle Sign | 3 ft | 9 sq ft | Projection max 3.5 ft | — | — | Over entry, hanging from bracket | — | Unlock | § 12-4-98(J) |
| Monument Sign | 6 ft | 36 sq ft | Max depth 18 ft | 5 ft from front property line, 10 ft from side property line | 1 (or 2 if >200 ft) | Freestanding, ground-mounted | — | Unlock | § 12-4-98(L) |
| Bracket Sign | Max 5 ft structure, max 3 ft sign height | 9 sq ft | 3 ft | — | 1 | Freestanding post and hanging bracket | — | Unlock | § 12-4-98(M) |
| Sidewalk Sign | 3 ft | 6 sq ft | 2 ft | — | 1 per ground floor tenant | On sidewalk, adjacent to business | — | Unlock | § 12-4-98(N) |
Light Industrial Park District (I-1), General Industrial District (I-2)
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Premium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account) | Ordinance Citation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Identification Sign (Building-Mounted) | — | 50 sq ft per sign | — | — | — | Building wall | — | Unlock | § 12-4-133 |
| Freestanding Business Identification Sign | 12 ft | 36 sq ft | — | — | — | On premises | — | Unlock | § 12-4-132(B), § 12-4-133 |
| Center Identification Sign | 12 ft | 36 sq ft | — | — | — | Freestanding | — | Unlock | § 12-4-132(C), § 12-4-133 |
| Freeway Monument Sign | 60 ft (single tenant), 70 ft (multi-tenant) | 200 sq ft (single tenant); 400 sq ft + 20% (multi-tenant) | — | See § 12-4-132(F) for specific setbacks | See § 12-4-132(F) | Abutting freeway right-of-way; onsite | — | Unlock | § 12-4-132(F) |
| Sale/Lease Commercial/Industrial Advertising Sign | — | 32 sq ft | — | — | 1 | Building mounted or freestanding | — | Unlock | § 12-4-133 |
| Political Sign | — | 32 sq ft (commercial/industrial/other zones) | — | — | — | Building mounted or freestanding | — | Unlock | § 12-4-133, § 12-4-132(I) |
PermitPal covers all 7 zoning districts in Tolleson — full sign requirements for every zone, plus illumination rules, size formulas, and permit requirements for every sign type — with a free account.
See all 7 zones for Tolleson — start freeProhibited Signs in Tolleson
- All permitted signs must identify only the premises and activity upon which it is displayed; signs shall not be used for the selling of commodities on or off premises. (§12-4-131(B))
- All structural alterations to existing signs and the erection of new signs must comply with sign regulations. (§12-4-131(C))
- Whenever the name of a business changes, the signs on the premises must be modified to bring them into conformance with current regulations. (§12-4-131(C)(1))
- Whenever a vacant parcel develops, all existing signs and billboards must be removed prior to issuance of a building permit; only signs identifying the new development in compliance are permitted. (§12-4-131(C)(2))
- No part of any sign or sign structure is to be located in or overhanging a roadway, driveway, right-of-way line or property line. (§12-4-132(E)(2))
- No part of any freestanding or projecting sign or structure is to be located closer than ten feet to an abutting lot, except as otherwise permitted by code. (§12-4-132(E)(3))
- No signs may be located where they would obstruct doors, windows, fire escapes or create a safety hazard. (§12-4-132(E)(4))
- Illuminated signs must have the light source shielded and must not cause glare or reflection onto adjacent properties and streets. (§12-4-132(D))
- Signs may not be mounted on roofs or projected above the highest point of a building. (§12-4-135(E))
- Signs attached, mounted or painted on vehicles for advertising at or near a business or activity, other than for business identification, are prohibited. (§12-4-135(F))
- Electronic message display (EMD) or digital signs are prohibited unless permitted by City Council via a use permit application; EMD signs are not allowed in residential districts or with residential uses within any district. (§12-4-135(A))
- Signs with audible devices are prohibited. (§12-4-135(B))
- Signs which interfere with or confuse traffic or present a traffic hazard are prohibited. (§12-4-135(C))
- Signs projecting more than 30 inches from the perpendicular wall to which they are attached are prohibited, except projecting signs entirely under an awning, canopy or roof overhang. (§12-4-135(G))
- Signs announcing proposed development of property prior to issuance of a building permit or after issuance of certificate of occupancy are prohibited. (§12-4-135(H))
- Signs must not be located in a manner that is hazardous to public safety, obstructs clear vision, or interferes with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. (§12-4-132(I))
- Maintenance of signs in good order and repair is required; signs that are a hazard, deteriorated or abandoned must be removed or repaired or may be removed at owner’s expense. (§12-4-134(A)-(B))
Exempt Signs in Tolleson
- The display of flags of any nation, political subdivision, religious institution, school or other public and quasi-public agency is exempt from these sign regulations. (§12-4-131(A))
- Non-illuminated, temporary signs under six square feet for the purpose of sale or lease of the property upon which it is located are exempt from these sign regulations. (§12-4-131(A))
- Signs not visible beyond the boundary of the property upon which located are exempt from these sign regulations. (§12-4-131(A))
Sign Plan & Submission Notes for Tolleson
- A common sign plan must be filed with the Zoning Administrator for all sites occupied by more than one tenant or requesting digital signage. (§12-4-98(C))
- After the filing of a common sign plan, all tenant signs must meet the requirements of the common sign plan. (§12-4-98(C))
- The common sign plan must include standards of consistency for lighting, colors, letter/graphics style, location, construction materials, and maximum dimensions/proportions for the property. (§12-4-98(C)(1)-(6))
- Digital signs in CORE and digital billboards in general require a use permit and approval, and a common sign plan for properties requesting such signage. (§12-4-98(D)(2), §12-4-132(H))
Source: municode municipal code