# Sign Regulations in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Indian Rocks Beach, Florida (FL)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/florida/indian-rocks-beach
- **Data last verified:** 2025-05-08
- **Source:** [municode municipal code](https://library.municode.com/FL/Indian_Rocks_Beach/codes/Code_of_Ordinances?nodeId=SPBLADERE_CH98SI)

## At a glance

Indian Rocks Beach, Florida regulates 16 sign types across 6 zoning districts. Temporary Sign (Subdivision/Building/Development)s in the General Regulations For All Zones zoning district are capped at 8 ft tall, 16 sq ft per face, aggregate 32 sq ft, and 8 ft wide, with a 2 ft minimum from property line setback (Sec. Sec. 98-106(a)). Most commercial signs in Indian Rocks Beach require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (6 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 8 | 8 ft | 144 sq in per face (Residential districts); 1 sq ft per face (CT, B- per street front) | — |
| S, RM-1, RM-2 (Residential districts generally) | 6 | 4 ft | 144 sq in per face | — |
| RM-1 one- and two-family district (RM-1) | 1 | — | — | — |
| RM-2 multifamily district (RM-2) | 2 | — | Based on building frontage: see Sec. 98-116 (16/24/32 sq ft) | — |
| CT commercial tourist district (CT) | 6 | 10 ft (freestanding sign) | Max sign face depends on building frontage (see formula), with freestanding sign limited to 24 sq ft per sign face, aggregate 48 sq ft | — |
| B business district (B) | 7 | 48 in | Max 30 in width x 48 in height | — |

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

### General Regulations For All Zones

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Real Estate Sign | 4 ft (Residential districts) | 5 sq ft per face, aggregate 10 sq ft (Residential and S, RM-1, RM-2 and CT); 8 sq ft per face, aggregate 16 sq ft (B) | — | 5 ft minimum from property line | 1 per lot; 2 for lots abutting Intracoastal Waterway and gulf (residential); CT: 1 per lot | At least 5 ft from property line. In lots abutting Intracoastal Waterway and gulf, one additional sign may be located at the waterfront property line. | — | Sec. 98-141(1), Sec. 98-144(1), Sec. 98-145(1) |
| No Trespassing/Private Property Sign | — | 144 sq in per face (Residential districts); 1 sq ft per face (CT, B- per street front) | — | — | 1 per lot (residential); CT and B - 1 per street front | On lot | — | Sec. 98-141(3), Sec. 98-144(3) |
| Political Sign | — | 6 sq ft per face, aggregate 12 sq ft for two-sided | — | 8 ft from curb of Gulf Blvd, 6 ft from curb of other streets | — | Not in city property, street, roads, or rights-of-way | — | Sec. 98-110, referenced in Sec. 98-141(2), 98-144(2), 98-145(2) |
| Ornamental Flag | — | 15 sq ft for flag banners on model homes/apartments | — | — | — | — | — | Sec. 98-141(6), Sec. 98-144(6), Sec. 98-104(17) |
| Temporary Sign (Subdivision/Building/Development) | 8 ft | 16 sq ft per face, aggregate 32 sq ft | 8 ft | 2 ft minimum from property line | 2 | No closer than 2 ft within the property line | — | Sec. 98-106(a) |
| Directional Sign | — | 1.5 sq ft per face; 3 sq ft aggregate if double-sided | — | — | Minimal number necessary as determined by city manager or designee | At street intersections or as determined by city manager/designee | — | Sec. 98-107, Sec. 98-144(5), Sec. 98-145(4) |
| Entrance Sign (Subdivision/Residential Complex) | — | Size and design subject to city approval; must be compatible | — | — | — | At or near main entrance | — | Sec. 98-109 |
| Temporary Sign (Grand Opening/Model Home) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Sec. 98-105 |

### CT commercial tourist district (CT)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Real Estate Sign | — | 5 sq ft per face, 10 sq ft aggregate | — | 5 ft from property line | 1 per lot | No part closer than 5 ft within property line named street. | — | Sec. 98-144(1) |
| Political Sign | — | 6 sq ft/face, 12 sq ft aggregate | — | 8 ft from curb (Gulf Blvd), 6 ft from curb (other streets) | — | See Sec. 98-110 for setbacks | — | Sec. 98-144(2) referencing Sec. 98-110 |
| No Trespassing/Private Property Sign | — | 1 sq ft per face | — | — | 1 per lot or street front | One per lot or one per street front | — | Sec. 98-144(3) |
| Ornamental Flag | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Sec. 98-144(6) |
| Basic Signage - Wall, Freestanding, Projecting, Hanging, Awning, Mansard, Roof | 10 ft (freestanding sign) | Max sign face depends on building frontage (see formula), with freestanding sign limited to 24 sq ft per sign face, aggregate 48 sq ft | — | 5 ft from property line, unless CT south of 5th Ave, then edge of ROW allowed | 1 freestanding sign per building; 1 hanging sign per entry | Front setback at edge of right-of-way south of 5th Ave (Walsingham Rd) is allowed; otherwise see general requirements. | — | Sec. 98-144(4), referencing Sec. 98-116 |
| Directional Sign | — | 1.5 sq ft per face, 3 sq ft aggregate | — | — | Minimal required | At street intersections or as determined by city manager/designee | — | Sec. 98-144(5) |

### B business district (B)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Real Estate Sign | — | 8 sq ft per face, 16 sq ft aggregate | — | — | 1 | — | — | Sec. 98-145(1) |
| Political Sign | — | 6 sq ft/face, 12 sq ft aggregate | — | 8 ft from curb (Gulf Blvd), 6 ft from curb (other streets) | — | See Sec. 98-110 for setbacks | — | Sec. 98-145(2) referencing Sec. 98-110 |
| Basic Signage - Wall, Freestanding, Projecting, Hanging, Awning, Mansard, Roof | 10 ft (freestanding sign) | Max sign face per formula; freestanding limited to 24 sq ft per face, 48 sq ft aggregate | — | 5 ft from property line (freestanding sign) | 1 freestanding sign per building; 1 hanging sign per entry | — | — | Sec. 98-145(3), referencing Sec. 98-116 |
| Directional Sign | — | 1.5 sq ft per face, 3 sq ft aggregate | — | — | Minimal required | At street intersections or as determined by city manager/designee | — | Sec. 98-145(4), referencing Sec. 98-107 |
| Sandwich Board (A-frame) | 48 in | Max 30 in width x 48 in height | 30 in | — | 1 per separate legal commercial use | On private property only; not in right-of-way or sidewalk; must not impede pedestrian/vehicle traffic, utility poles, trees, etc. | — | Sec. 98-145(5) |
| Window Sign - Painted or Neon | — | Max 25% of glass area per use | — | — | — | On windows or within building, visible from exterior | — | Sec. 98-108 |
| LED Sign | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Sec. 98-145(7) |

## Prohibited signs in Indian Rocks Beach

- It is unlawful for any person to post, display, change or erect a sign or sign structure in the city without having first obtained a permit or permits, except for specified exemptions.
- It is unlawful for any person to use or maintain a sign that does not comply with the requirements of this chapter, except for signs described as nonconforming under section 98-103.
- Swinging projecting signs are prohibited.
- Snipe signs are prohibited.
- Sidewalk and sandwich signs are prohibited, except as allowed by specific sections.
- Banner signs are prohibited, except for permitted temporary signs, permitted flag banners for model homes/apartments, and national, state, city, or civic banners used as specified.
- Billboards and off-site signs are prohibited, except where otherwise permitted.
- Signs involving motion or rotation of any part of the structure or display, or signs containing intermittent lights, blinking, or animation, are prohibited except for time and temperature units as part of permitted signs in business and commercial establishments, and signs used by governmental agencies and public utilities on highways and as part of a maintenance of traffic plan.
- Advertising signs placed on the rear or side of any building or property facing contiguous residential areas shall not exceed 25 square feet, nor six feet in height from ground level.
- Electric signs are prohibited in S, RM-1, and RM-2 districts.
- Flashing lights of any type are prohibited.
- Any type or kind of sign not complying with the terms, conditions and provisions of this chapter is prohibited.
- Bench signs/bus shelter signs are prohibited.
- Vehicle signs are prohibited.
- Commercial flags are prohibited.
- Lit signs generating glare that would create a hazard or violates referenced sections are prohibited.
- Graphics containing advertising or images associated with products or services outside of permitted sign area are prohibited.
- Neon outside of permitted sign area is prohibited.
- Ornamental flags are prohibited, except for residential uses in residential zoning districts.
- It is unlawful to display false or misleading statements upon signs or in public places, calculated to mislead the public as to anything sold, services performed, or information disseminated.

## Signs exempt from permit in Indian Rocks Beach

- Real estate signs conforming to the requirements set forth in this chapter do not require permits.
- Signs erected by a governmental agency for information concerning its services at the location do not require permits.
- Political signs do not require permits.
- Ornamental flags conforming to the requirements set forth in this chapter do not require permits.
- Custom signs or sign copy changes may be undertaken by the property owner on small pole signs or flat wall signs (less than 25 square feet) if the signage is permitted, provided proof of liability insurance is shown and a waiver is signed.
- Nonconforming signs existing as of the effective ordinance date may be allowed to remain until repairs, reconstruction, or modifications exceed 50% of the structure's physical value or until the main support fails.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- Temporary subdivision or building signs shall not be erected prior to plan review and approval by the city manager or designee (Sec. 98-106(a)).
- The construction and maintenance of all electrical signs require plans and locations to be approved by the city, and such signs are to be inspected and approved before operation (Sec. 98-114).
- In all applications for permits where a matter of interpretation arises, the most rigid definition shall prevail (Sec. 98-4).

## Full detail

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