Sign Regulations in Bartonville, Illinois

Bartonville, Illinois has specific sign regulations covering 10 sign types across 6 zoning districts. Regulated sign types include On-Premises Freestanding Sign, Sale or Rent Sign, Name Plate. Height restrictions apply. Permits are required for most commercial signs. Use PermitPal to get instant access to the complete regulations.

Data last verified: March 25, 2025

Sign Regulation Overview for Bartonville, Illinois

Sample Sign Requirements in Bartonville

Sign TypeMax HeightMax AreaSetback
Sale or Rent Sign12 square feet
Name Plate2 square feet
Contractor Sign12 square feet

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Sign Types Covered

10

  • On-Premises Freestanding Sign
  • Sale or Rent Sign
  • Name Plate
  • Event Sign
  • +2 more types

Zoning Districts

6

Different zoning districts with specific sign regulations

Data Includes

  • Permit requirements
  • Height restrictions
  • Illumination rules

Official Resources for Bartonville

City WebsiteMunicipal Code2 permit application links available

Frequently Asked Questions

Sign height limits in Bartonville 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 Bartonville, 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 Bartonville, regulated sign types include On-Premises Freestanding Sign, Sale or Rent Sign, Name Plate, Event 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 Bartonville 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 Bartonville are regulated with specific requirements for brightness, animation, and message duration. Bartonville has documented illumination rules in our database. Use PermitPal to see the exact requirements for electronic message centers.

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Bartonville, Illinois Sign Rules at a Glance

Bartonville, Illinois regulates 10 sign types across 6 zoning districts. On-Premises Freestanding Signs in the Commercial and Industrial Districts zoning district are capped at 70 square feet (Sec. Sec. 74-435). Most commercial signs in Bartonville require a permit.

Detailed Sign Ordinance Requirements for Bartonville, Illinois

Sign Rules by Zoning District in Bartonville (6 zones)

Zoning DistrictSign Types RegulatedMax HeightMax AreaPermit Required
General Regulations For All Zones412 square feet
Agricultural Districts132 square feet
Commercial and Industrial Districts5400 square feet per face
Commercial District (C-2, C-3)130 feet70 square feet
Industrial District (I-1, I-2)145 feet70 square feet
Residential District412 square feet

Zone-by-Zone Sign Requirements in Bartonville(sample of 3 of 6 zones)

General Regulations For All Zones

Sign TypeMax HeightMax AreaMax WidthSetbackSigns AllowedLocationPermit RequiredPremium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account)Ordinance Citation
Sale or Rent Sign12 square feetOn the land or building being sold or rentedUnlockSec. 74-433
Name Plate2 square feetOn the building or dwelling unitUnlockSec. 74-433
Event SignUnlockSec. 74-433
Contractor Sign12 square feetOn the premises where construction work is performedUnlockSec. 74-433

Commercial and Industrial Districts

Sign TypeMax HeightMax AreaMax WidthSetbackSigns AllowedLocationPermit RequiredPremium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account)Ordinance Citation
Off-Premises Freestanding Sign400 square feet per faceOn parcels abutting United States Route 24UnlockSec. 74-435
On-Premises Freestanding Sign70 square feetOne per principal useAt the same location as the business, person, activity, product, service or facilityUnlockSec. 74-435
On-Premises Building SignAttached to the buildingUnlockSec. 74-435
Roof SignAbove or over the roofline of a buildingUnlockSec. 74-435
Freestanding Double-Face Sign60 square feet12 inches thicknessFor automobile service stationsUnlockSec. 74-435

Residential District

Sign TypeMax HeightMax AreaMax WidthSetbackSigns AllowedLocationPermit RequiredPremium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account)Ordinance Citation
Sale or Rent Sign12 square feetOn the land or building being sold or rentedUnlockSec. 74-433
Name Plate2 square feetOn the building or dwelling unitUnlockSec. 74-433
Event SignUnlockSec. 74-433
Contractor Sign12 square feetOn the premises where construction work is performedUnlockSec. 74-433

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Prohibited Signs in Bartonville

  • No sign of any kind shall be erected within the Village unless permitted under this Article and a permit is obtained from the Building Commissioner.
  • All signs, whether erected before or after the date of adoption of the ordinance from which this Chapter is derived, shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations of other governmental bodies.
  • No off-premises sign shall advertise or otherwise reference any adult use, as that term is defined in Chapter 6 of this Code.
  • No off-premises sign shall contain any obscene material.
  • No person shall place, maintain or display upon or in view any sign, signal, marking or device which is an imitation of or resembles an official traffic control device or railroad sign or signal or which attempts to disrupt the movement of traffic.
  • No person shall place, maintain or display any sign which hides from view or interferes with the movement of traffic or the effectiveness of any traffic control device or any railroad sign or signal.

Exempt Signs in Bartonville

  • Signs advertising the sale or rent or lease of the land or buildings on which it is located.
  • Sign or name plate identifying the owner or occupant of the building or dwelling unit, provided the surface area does not exceed two square feet.
  • Signs pertaining to a specific event, such as an election, sale, social event, fundraiser or similar event; provided, that such signs must be removed within 24 hours after the event.
  • Signs identifying the contractor who has performed construction work on the premises upon which the sign is posted.

Sign Plan & Submission Notes for Bartonville

  • Roof signs are permitted in commercial or industrial districts only, and only upon issuance of a special use permit as provided in Article III of this Chapter.

Source: municode municipal code