Sign Regulations in Camarillo, California
Camarillo, California has specific sign regulations covering 39 sign types across 15 zoning districts. Regulated sign types include General Signage, Public Convenience Sign, Construction Sign. Height restrictions apply. Permits are required for most commercial signs. Use PermitPal to get instant access to the complete regulations.
Data last verified: March 26, 2025
Sign Regulation Overview for Camarillo, California
Sample Sign Requirements in Camarillo
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Setback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Sign | 8 feet | 32 square feet | — |
| Flag | Height permitted for structures in the zone | Compatible with the size and design of the flag pole | — |
| Future Construction Sign | 8 feet | 32 square feet | — |
* Sample data shown. Actual requirements may vary by zone. Use PermitPal for complete, location-specific regulations.
Sign Types Covered
39
- General Signage
- Public Convenience Sign
- Construction Sign
- Flag
- +2 more types
Zoning Districts
15
Different zoning districts with specific sign regulations
Data Includes
- Permit requirements
- Height restrictions
- Illumination rules
Official Resources for Camarillo
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sign height limits in Camarillo 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 Camarillo, 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 Camarillo, regulated sign types include General Signage, Public Convenience Sign, Construction Sign, Flag, 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 Camarillo 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 Camarillo are regulated with specific requirements for brightness, animation, and message duration. Camarillo has documented illumination rules in our database. Use PermitPal to see the exact requirements for electronic message centers.
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Camarillo, California Sign Rules at a Glance
Camarillo, California regulates 39 sign types across 15 zoning districts. Real Estate Sign (Agricultural, Residential, and Open Space Zones)s in the General Regulations For All Zones zoning district are capped at 6 feet (8 feet for mobilehome parks) tall and 6 square feet per face, with a At least 10 feet away from any adjacent street setback (Sec. 17.04.090 E. Real Estate Signs.). Most commercial signs in Camarillo require a permit.
Detailed Sign Ordinance Requirements for Camarillo, California
Sign Rules by Zoning District in Camarillo (15 zones)
| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Regulations For All Zones | 11 | 10 feet | 32 square feet | — |
| Residential Zones | 5 | 8 feet (if a monument sign) | 40 square feet | — |
| Commercial Zones | 17 | 25 feet (freestanding), 8 feet (monument) | 150 square feet | — |
| Industrial Zones | 6 | 8 feet (monument), 20 feet (wall) | 100 square feet (total), 50 square feet per face (two-faced) | — |
| R-E Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
| R-1 Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
| Recreation Commercial Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
| Camarillo Commons Mixed-Use (CCM) Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
| CMU Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
| COT Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
| CPD Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
| SC Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
| Limited Manufacturing Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
| M-1 Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
| M-2 Zone | 1 | — | — | — |
Zone-by-Zone Sign Requirements in Camarillo(sample of 3 of 15 zones)
General Regulations For All Zones
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Sign | 8 feet | 32 square feet | — | — | One per parcel | Parallel to a public right-of-way, not encroaching into the right-of-way | — | Unlock | 17.04.090 A. Construction Signs. |
| Flag | Height permitted for structures in the zone | Compatible with the size and design of the flag pole | — | — | Three flags per flag pole | Within property boundaries | — | Unlock | 17.04.090 B. Flags. |
| Future Construction Sign | 8 feet | 32 square feet | — | — | One per parcel | Parallel to a public right-of-way, not encroaching into the right-of-way | — | Unlock | 17.04.090 C. Future Construction Signs. |
| Real Estate Sign (Agricultural, Residential, and Open Space Zones) | 6 feet (8 feet for mobilehome parks) | 6 square feet per face | — | At least 10 feet away from any adjacent street | One per street frontage | Front yard setback areas, at least 10 feet away from any adjacent street | — | Unlock | 17.04.090 E. Real Estate Signs. |
| Real Estate Sign (Commercial and Industrial Zones) | 8 feet | 24 square feet per face | — | At least 10 feet away from any adjacent street | One per street frontage | Front yard setback areas, at least 10 feet away from any adjacent street | — | Unlock | 17.04.090 E. Real Estate Signs. |
| Temporary Freestanding Noncommercial Sign (Residential Zones) | 4 feet | 6 square feet | — | — | Two per parcel | Front yard, rear or side yard, not encroaching into any public right-of-way | — | Unlock | 17.04.090 J. Temporary Freestanding Noncommercial Signs. |
| Temporary Freestanding Noncommercial Sign (Election Period - Residential Zones) | 4 feet in front or side-yard areas, 3 feet on top of a rear-yard wall or fence | 6 square feet per face | — | — | Eight per parcel during election period | Front, rear or side yard, not encroaching into any public right-of-way | — | Unlock | 17.04.090 J. Temporary Freestanding Noncommercial Signs. |
| Temporary Freestanding Noncommercial Sign (Election Period - Agricultural, Commercial, and Industrial Zones) | 10 feet | 32 square feet per face | — | — | Eight per parcel during election period | Front, rear or side yard, not encroaching into any public right-of-way | — | Unlock | 17.04.090 J. Temporary Freestanding Noncommercial Signs. |
Commercial Zones
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freestanding or Monument Sign (Individual Use) | 25 feet (freestanding), 8 feet (monument) | 150 square feet | — | — | One per parcel, two if separated by 300 ft | — | — | Unlock | 17.04.110 A. An individual use on a separate parcel. |
| Shopping Center Identification Sign | — | 100 square feet | — | — | Two per center, one additional if fronting two streets | Separate street frontages | — | Unlock | 17.04.110 B. Shopping centers. |
| Shopping Center Multi-Tenant Monument Sign | — | Primary entrance: 8-feet high by 14-feet wide, Secondary entrance: 6-feet high by 14-feet wide | — | 500 feet apart on the same street frontage | Two at primary entrance, one at each secondary entrance | Primary and secondary entrances | — | Unlock | 17.04.110 B. Shopping centers. |
| Directory Sign (Office Complex or Shopping Center) | — | 16 square feet per face | — | — | One per complex or center | Wall-mounted or freestanding | — | Unlock | 17.04.110 C. Office Complex or Shopping Center. |
| Marquee Sign with Changeable Copy (Multi-screen Theaters) | — | 75 square feet | — | — | One per theater | Wall at the ticket booth | — | Unlock | 17.04.110 F. Multi-screen Theaters. |
| Poster (Multi-screen Theaters) | — | As approved by the Director of Community Development | — | — | One per screen | Front wall of the building | — | Unlock | 17.04.110 F. Multi-screen Theaters. |
| Monument Sign (Gasoline Service Stations) | 8 feet | 36 square feet per face | — | — | One per station | — | — | Unlock | 17.04.110 G. Gasoline Service Stations. |
| Menu Board Sign (Commercial Drive-Thru Restaurant) | 8 feet | 30 square feet | — | — | Two per restaurant | Location determined by the Director of Community Development | — | Unlock | 17.04.110 H. Commercial Drive-Thru Restaurant. |
Industrial Zones
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identification Sign (Monument or Wall) | 8 feet (monument), 20 feet (wall) | — | — | — | One per business | Building frontage adjacent to the street or parking lot | — | Unlock | 17.04.120 A. Monument and Wall Identification Signs. |
| Public Convenience Sign | — | 25 square feet | — | — | — | Building | — | Unlock | 17.04.120 B. Public Convenience Signs. |
| Directory Sign | — | 16 square feet per face | — | — | — | Wall-mounted or freestanding | — | Unlock | 17.04.120 C. Directory Signs. |
| Multitenant Industrial Project Sign | 6 feet | 32 square feet per face | — | — | One per use | Setback area or building face | — | Unlock | 17.04.120 D. Multitenant Industrial Project Signs. |
| Airport Industrial Park Identification Sign | 8 feet | 100 square feet (total), 50 square feet per face (two-faced) | — | — | One per entrance | Entrance to the Camarillo airport industrial park | — | Unlock | 17.04.120 E. Airport Industrial Park Identification Signs. |
| Banner Sign | — | 36 square feet | — | — | One per business | Building frontage facing a public street or parking lot | — | Unlock | 17.04.120 F. Banner Signs. |
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Run a code check for your exact address — freeProhibited Signs in Camarillo
- Banner signs, bunting, streamers, pennants and flags, except as specifically permitted.
- Devices projecting or reproducing the image of a sign or message on any surface or object.
- Flashing signs.
- Hand-held commercial signs.
- Inflatable signs.
- Mobile signs.
- Moving, rotating or animated signs.
Exempt Signs in Camarillo
- Political signs.
- Construction signs.
- Hand-held noncommercial signs.
- Incidental signs, provided the maximum sign area does not exceed six square feet per use or occupancy on a parcel.
- Real estate signs.
- Temporary freestanding noncommercial signs.
- Window signs.
Sign Plan & Submission Notes for Camarillo
- Master sign program means a plan showing the location, dimensions, area, color, lighting and materials of all signs located on a single parcel or parcels, either under the same ownership or under the same planned development permit.
- The director has the authority to authorize master sign programs with specific design standards to enable reasonable flexibility for unique circumstances and special design themes.
- The planning commission may grant variances from the provisions of this chapter for the erection and maintenance of signs when difficulties, unnecessary hardship or results inconsistent with the general purpose of this chapter would otherwise occur.
Source: municode municipal code