Sign Regulations in Southington, Connecticut
Southington, Connecticut has specific sign regulations covering 67 sign types across 5 zoning districts. Regulated sign types include Residential Sale, Lease or Rental Sign, Industrial Promotional Sign, Property Name and Address Sign. Height restrictions apply. Permits are required for most commercial signs. Use PermitPal to get instant access to the complete regulations.
Data last verified: November 2, 2025
Sign Regulation Overview for Southington, Connecticut
Sample Sign Requirements in Southington
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Setback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Property Name and Address Sign | — | 1 SF | — |
| Historical Building Sign | — | 1 SF | — |
| Professional or Occupation Sign | — | 2 SF | — |
* Sample data shown. Actual requirements may vary by zone. Use PermitPal for complete, location-specific regulations.
Sign Types Covered
67
- Residential Sale, Lease or Rental Sign
- Industrial Promotional Sign
- Property Name and Address Sign
- Historical Building Sign
- +2 more types
Zoning Districts
5
Different zoning districts with specific sign regulations
Data Includes
- Permit requirements
- Height restrictions
- Illumination rules
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sign height limits in Southington 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 Southington, 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 Southington, regulated sign types include Residential Sale, Lease or Rental Sign, Industrial Promotional Sign, Property Name and Address Sign, Historical Building 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 Southington 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 Southington are regulated with specific requirements for brightness, animation, and message duration. Southington has documented illumination rules in our database. Use PermitPal to see the exact requirements for electronic message centers.
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Southington, Connecticut Sign Rules at a Glance
Southington, Connecticut regulates 67 sign types across 5 zoning districts. Grand Opening Sign or Banner - Residentials in the Residential Zones (R-80, R-40, R-20/25, R-12, R-12L, R-O, R-HD) zoning district are capped at 10 ft tall and 12 SF sign / 30 SF banner, with a At least 20 feet from street line setback (Sec. 6.A.3.15). Most commercial signs in Southington require a permit.
Detailed Sign Ordinance Requirements for Southington, Connecticut
Sign Rules by Zoning District in Southington (5 zones)
| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Regulations For All Zones | 23 | 24" | 64 SF | — |
| Residential Zones (R-80, R-40, R-20/25, R-12, R-12L, R-O, R-HD) | 21 | 24" | 32 SF | — |
| Business Zones (CB, B, BOZ) | 8 | 20 ft from grade | 100 SF per sign | — |
| Industrial Zones (I-1, I-2) | 9 | 20 ft | 100 SF | — |
| Executive Parks | 8 | 20 ft | 100 SF | — |
Zone-by-Zone Sign Requirements in Southington(sample of 3 of 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property Name and Address Sign | — | 1 SF | — | — | — | On property | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.1 |
| Historical Building Sign | — | 1 SF | — | — | — | On historical building | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.2 |
| Professional or Occupation Sign | — | 2 SF | — | — | — | On lot with permitted accessory use | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.3 |
| Grand Opening Sign or Banner | — | 12 SF sign / 30 SF banner or banner flag | — | — | 1 | On-site | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.15 |
| Temporary Wire Frame Sign | 24" | — | 18" | At least 12 ft from property lines | 1 per location | Private property with permission, at least 12 ft from property lines, not in ROW, not obstructing sidewalk or sight lines | — | Unlock | 6.A.4.1 |
| Subdivision Sale Sign | — | 32 SF per sign | — | — | 1 per 10 lots, no more than 2 | On premises of approved subdivision | — | Unlock | 6.A.5.7 |
| Permanent Subdivision Identification Sign | 6 ft | 32 SF | — | — | — | Each side of roadway at main entrance to subdivision | — | Unlock | 6.A.5.8 |
| Fuel Price Sign | 10 inches per display | As per regulations | 25 inches per display | — | Up to 4 per site | At fuel site | — | Unlock | 6.A.8.3 |
Residential Zones (R-80, R-40, R-20/25, R-12, R-12L, R-O, R-HD)
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property Name and Address Sign - Residential | 10 ft | 1 SF | — | At least 20 feet from street line | — | At least 20 feet back of street line | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.1 |
| Historical Building Sign - Residential | 10 ft | 1 SF | — | At least 20 feet from street line | — | At least 20 feet back of street line, on historical building | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.2 |
| Professional or Occupation Sign - Residential | 10 ft | 2 SF | — | At least 20 feet from street line | — | At least 20 feet back of street line, on lot with accessory use | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.3 |
| Residential Sale, Lease or Rental Sign | 10 ft | 4 SF | — | At least 20 feet from street line | — | At least 20 feet back of street line, on property | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.4 |
| Industrial or Commercial Sale, Lease or Rental Sign - Residential | 10 ft | 32 SF | — | At least 20 feet from street line | — | At least 20 feet back of street line, on property | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.5 |
| Farm Sign - Residential | 10 ft | 12 SF | — | At least 20 feet from street line | — | At least 20 feet back of street line | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.6 |
| Grand Opening Sign or Banner - Residential | 10 ft | 12 SF sign / 30 SF banner | — | At least 20 feet from street line | 1 | At least 20 feet back of street line, on-site | — | Unlock | 6.A.3.15 |
| Temporary Wire Frame Sign - Residential | 24" | — | 18" | 12 ft from property lines | 1 per location | Private property, at least 12 ft from lines, not in ROW | — | Unlock | 6.A.4.1 |
Industrial Zones (I-1, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wall Sign (<80 ft Setback) (Industrial) | — | — | — | — | Up to 3 | Attached to building, <=18 inches projection, not above roof | — | Unlock | 6.A.5.1.a |
| Wall Sign (>=80 ft Setback) (Industrial) | — | — | — | — | Up to 3 | Attached, <=18 inches, not above roof | — | Unlock | 6.A.5.1.b |
| Projecting Sign (Industrial) | 20 ft | — | — | — | 1 | <=4 ft projection, 9 ft clearance, not over street | — | Unlock | 6.A.5.1 |
| Freestanding Sign - Standard (Industrial) | 15 ft (or roadway grade) | — | — | 10 ft from pavement | 1 | Within lines, >=10 ft pavement edge, <=20 ft from prop/street line | — | Unlock | 6.A.5.2 |
| Freestanding Sign - Corner Lot (Industrial) | 10 ft | — | — | 10 ft | Up to 2 | Per access street, 75 ft from intersection | — | Unlock | 6.A.5.2.f |
| Freestanding Sign - Multi-Tenant (Industrial) | 10-15 ft | 100 SF | — | 10 ft | Per ROW | Per access ROW | — | Unlock | 6.A.5.2.g |
| Off-Premise Directional Sign (Industrial) | 8 ft | 8" x 36" | — | — | 1 per corner | Private prop authorized, 1 per corner | — | Unlock | 6.A.5.5 |
| Temporary A-Frame Sign (B Zone) | — | — | 48" | — | 1 per business | Internal sidewalks, perpendicular, 4 ft clear, <=10 ft entrance | — | Unlock | 6.A.4.2 |
PermitPal covers all 5 zoning districts in Southington. Run a code check for your exact address to get the zone that applies to your property and its full sign requirements — illumination rules, size formulas, and permit requirements for every sign type — with a free account.
Run a code check for your exact address — freeProhibited Signs in Southington
- Billboards.
- Off premises signs, except directional signs as otherwise provided for in these regulations.
- Electronic Message Boards, LED strips or similar sign borders and any other signs which revolve, rotate, flash, or involve the electronic or automatic switching of lamps or illuminated tubes, except for time and temperature signs, and signs advertising the numerical price of motor vehicle fuel providing said fuel sign: a. Does not revolve, rotate or flash, b. The numerical display shall not change more than twice in a 24-hour period, c. Shall be no greater than 10 inches in height and 25 inches in width for each type of fuel and no more than four displays of fuel at any site, d. The total sign area shall be as set forth these regulations, e. The background for the price display shall be black and the illumination for the numerical display shall be red or green, f. The NIT intensity shall be no greater than 5,000 NITS during daylight hours and 3,000 NITS during the evening hours.
- Advertising flags, banners, strings of pennants, festoons of lights, twirlers, propellers, streamers or similar devices of carnival characteristics, unless otherwise permitted as set forth for new businesses as per Section 6.A.5.4.
- Signs orientated to a road which does not legally provide access to the property, except within Executive Parks; as specifically approved by the Commission.
- As of the effective date of this regulation, any new portable trailer-mounted signs or any similar mobile billboards, not including political signs.
- Roof Signs
- Plastic cabinet signs without an opaque background.
- Pylon/Monopole signs
Exempt Signs in Southington
- Traffic Control signs installed by a governmental jurisdiction or authorized in conjunction with an approved site plan provided no corporate emblems, logos or insignia shall be placed on such traffic control signs.
- Membership decals or accepted credit forms affixed to windows or doors.
- Any sign required by any Town, State or federal laws, governmental order or regulation is not subject to these regulations. For municipally owned property and/or public facilities, the Commission may approve a sign package that modifies these regulations.
Sign Plan & Submission Notes for Southington
- Signs for Special Permit uses require Special Permit approval from the Commission, including submittals with information on signage lighting, size, scale, compatibility with architectural characteristics, and renderings depicting building elevations and proposed signage locations.
- For municipally owned property and/or public facilities, the Commission may approve a sign package that modifies these regulations.
- Traffic control signs may be authorized in conjunction with an approved site plan.
Source: other municipal code