# Sign Regulations in Minturn, Colorado

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Minturn, Colorado (CO)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/colorado/minturn
- **Data last verified:** 2026-02-09
- **Source:** [municode municipal code](https://library.municode.com/CO/Minturn/codes/Charter_and_Municipal_Code?nodeId=MUNICIPAL_CODE_CH16ZO_ART19SIRE)

## At a glance

Minturn, Colorado regulates 24 sign types across 4 zoning districts. Freestanding Sign (Conditional Use)s in the Residential Zone Districts, Mobile Home Zone Districts, Agriculture Zone Districts, Open Space Zone Districts zoning district are capped at 6 ft tall and 12 sq ft, with a Yard setback as per the particular zone setback (Sec. Sec. 16-19-100(a)(1-3)). Most commercial signs in Minturn require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (4 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 8 | 35 ft | 24 sq ft | — |
| Residential Zone Districts, Mobile Home Zone Districts, Agriculture Zone Districts, Open Space Zone Districts | 5 | 10 ft | 12 sq ft | — |
| Commercial Zone Districts, Industrial Zone Districts | 10 | 20 ft or not above the height of the building on the same lot | 40 sq ft per business (expandable only if not exceeding total allowance; property owner permission required) | — |
| Mixed-Use Zone District | 3 | Not to exceed the height of building on same lot | 40 sq ft per business (if larger, must not exceed total allowance) | — |

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements (sample of 3 of 4 zones)

### General Regulations For All Zones

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Banner (Temporary) | — | — | — | — | — | Not allowed in public right-of-way unless approved | — | Sec. 16-19-90(a)(1) |
| Swing Sign | — | 4 sq ft per side | — | — | 1 per property or unit | Not in public right-of-way, but can be within required side yard setback | — | Sec. 16-19-80(12) |
| Yard Sign (Temporary) | — | 4 sq ft | — | — | — | Not in public right-of-way, may be within required yard setback | — | Sec. 16-19-80(15) |
| Directional Sign | — | 4 sq ft | — | — | — | — | — | Sec. 16-19-80(16) |
| Information Sign | — | 2 sq ft | — | — | — | — | — | Sec. 16-19-80(3) |
| Flag | 35 ft | 24 sq ft | — | — | — | Mounted on flagpoles | — | Sec. 16-19-80(1) |
| Walking Sign | — | 3 sq ft | — | — | — | Carried or worn by person or animal | — | Sec. 16-19-90(a)(4) |
| Garage Sale Sign | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Sec. 16-19-80(13) |

### Residential Zone Districts, Mobile Home Zone Districts, Agriculture Zone Districts, Open Space Zone Districts

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Freestanding Sign (Conditional Use) | 6 ft | 12 sq ft | — | Yard setback as per the particular zone | 1 per conditional use | Set back per yard setbacks for the zone | — | Sec. 16-19-100(a)(1-3) |
| Projecting Sign (Conditional Use) | — | 12 sq ft | — | — | 1 per conditional use | — | — | Sec. 16-19-100(a)(1,3,4) |
| Wall Sign (Conditional Use) | — | 12 sq ft | — | — | 1 per conditional use | — | — | Sec. 16-19-100(a)(1,3,4) |
| Home Occupation Sign | — | 2 sq ft | — | — | 1 per residence | Attached to residence | — | Sec. 16-19-100(b) |
| Subdivision/Entry Sign | 10 ft | 12 sq ft (total for all signs if multiple entrances) | — | — | 1 per primary entrance | At entrance | — | Sec. 16-19-100(c) |

### Commercial Zone Districts, Industrial Zone Districts

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wall Sign (Single Business) | 20 ft or not above the height of the building on the same lot | 1 sq ft per lineal foot OR if 2+ frontages and combined frontage >40 ft: 66% of combined frontage or min 40 sq ft, whichever is greater | — | — | More than one permitted, provided total area not exceeded | On building front | — | Sec. 16-19-110(1)a |
| Wall Sign (Multi-Tenant Building) | 20 ft or not above height of building | 40 sq ft per business (expandable only if not exceeding total allowance; property owner permission required) | — | — | One per business | On building front | — | Sec. 16-19-110(1)b, (5), (3)h |
| Freestanding Sign | 20 ft or not above the height of building | — | — | Within required setbacks | — | Within required setbacks; cannot overhang public right-of-way | — | Sec. 16-19-110(3)b |
| Projecting Sign | Not above eave/parapet; min 8 ft above grade (pedestrian way), min 14 ft above driveway/alley | — | — | — | — | Not within 2 ft of curb line; as per above | — | Sec. 16-19-110(3)e |
| Sandwich Board Sign | — | — | — | — | — | Not on public right-of-way; on private property | — | Sec. 16-19-110(3)f |
| Window Sign | — | 25% of window area | — | — | — | Within window | — | Sec. 16-19-110(3)i |
| Off-Premises Advertising Sign | — | 40 sq ft (per off-premises sign) | — | — | — | Along Main Street (Highway 24) for businesses within 250 ft of sign | — | Sec. 16-19-110(3)d |
| Canopy/Awning Sign or Flag (as sign) | Cannot project above top of building | — | — | — | — | May extend over right-of-way, minimum 8 ft above grade, not within 2 ft of curb | — | Sec. 16-19-110(3)a |

## Prohibited signs in Minturn

- It is unlawful for any person to erect or alter any sign within the Town without complying with the sign application and approval requirements, except when exempted by Section 16-19-80.
- All signs must be structurally sound, maintained in good repair, and not constitute a hazard to safety, health or public welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation or electrical shock.
- Signs shall not obstruct the view of, be susceptible to confusion with, or purport to be an official traffic sign or device or any other official sign.
- Signs shall not use any words, phrases, symbols or characters implying the existence of danger or the need for stopping or maneuvering of a motor vehicle, or create an unsafe distraction for motor vehicle operators.
- Signs shall not obstruct the view of motor vehicle operators entering a public roadway from any parking area, service drive, private driveway, alley or other thoroughfare.
- Signs shall not obstruct free ingress to or egress from required doors, windows, fire escapes or other required exits.
- Signs shall not be attached to trees or telephone poles.
- Signs shall not contain statements, words or pictures of an obscene, indecent or immoral character such as will offend public morals or decency in accordance with constitutional standards.
- Signs shall not emit sound that is intended to attract attention by way of bells, whistles, music and any other similar device.
- Animated signs are prohibited.
- Roof signs are prohibited.
- Parked vehicles (such as automobiles, trucks, buses, trailers, mobile homes, boats, vans, etc.) shall not be used as sign or sign structures, unless used in the normal course of business and not primarily for display of signs.
- Banners are prohibited unless specifically used as temporary signs as stated in the ordinance.
- No prohibited, illegal, or nonconforming signs as defined by the ordinance or in violation of any county, state or federal regulation.
- All signs must comply with general regulations on maintenance, safety, and repair.

## Signs exempt from permit in Minturn

- Flags, provided they do not exceed 24 square feet and are mounted on flagpoles not greater than 35 feet high.
- Historic plaques erected by the Town or historic agencies designating areas of historical significance, recognized as such by the Town.
- Information signs not exceeding 2 square feet in area.
- Legal nonconforming signs currently maintained in satisfactory condition that were approved and erected under previous regulations (subject to Section 16-19-130).
- Words carved in stone, concrete, or similar permanent materials, not exceeding 2 square feet, constructed as an integral part of a structure.
- Menu display boxes up to 2 square feet for restaurants, bars, and lounges (permit required for larger boxes; area exceeding 2 square feet must be counted against total allowable sign area).
- Official government notices and signs for any governmental purpose posted by local, state, or federal government employees performing official duties.
- Signs being carried by a person, provided they are not set down, propped on objects, or temporarily affixed to the ground.
- Residential nameplates and numbers.
- Temporary noncommercial seasonal decorations or displays clearly incidental to celebrations, maintained attractively and not constituting a hazard.
- Temporary or permanent warning signs erected by the Town, public utility companies or construction companies to warn of danger or hazardous conditions, or indicating use restrictions that may result in legal penalties.
- One swing sign per property or unit, not larger than 4 square feet per side, not placed within a public right-of-way but allowed within a required side yard setback.
- Garage or yard sale signs may be displayed for three days prior to the sale and must be removed within two days after, and may be placed as to give directions.
- Civic signs (such as welcome/entry signs into the Town).
- Yard signs not displayed for more than ninety days per year, not exceeding four square feet, and not placed in or extending into a public right-of-way but allowed within a required yard setback.
- Directional signs, as defined, not exceeding four square feet.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- All signs (unless exempted by Section 16-19-80) require submittal of a sign application and approval by the Commission before erecting or altering.
- An application for a sign permit requires submission of scaled drawings, location and design details, and review by the Commission.
- In multi-tenant commercial or industrial buildings, applicants may propose a customized master sign program for the entire building, which can allow for flexibility in allowable sign area and placement; variations require application in accordance with variance procedures (Section 16-19-140).
- A variance from the sign code may be granted by the Planning Commission and Town Council, following procedures in Article 21.
- Annual temporary sign permits may be granted by the Planning Director for signs, banners, or other displays on a temporary basis, with location, drawings, and schedule specified.

## Full detail

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