# Sign Regulations in Hazel Crest, Illinois

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Hazel Crest, Illinois (IL)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/illinois/hazel-crest
- **Data last verified:** 2025-05-08
- **Source:** [municode municipal code](https://library.municode.com/IL/Hazel_Crest/codes/Code_of_Ordinances?nodeId=MUCO_APXCZO_ARTXIVSICO)

## At a glance

Hazel Crest, Illinois regulates 30 sign types across 5 zoning districts. Nameplate (R-3, Multi-Family)s in the Residential Districts (R-1, R-2, R-3) zoning district are capped at No higher than 1 story or 20 ft above curb, whichever is lower tall and 9 sq ft, with a At least 1/2 required front yard depth from street line setback (Sec. 14.11.A.2). Most commercial signs in Hazel Crest require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (5 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 7 | 20 ft, may increase with greater setback (1 ft height per 1 ft additional setback beyond 3 ft) | 500 sq ft or 20% of wall (whichever is less) | — |
| Residential Districts (R-1, R-2, R-3) | 6 | No higher than 1 story or 20 ft above curb, whichever is lower | 48 sq in (0.33 sq ft) | — |
| B-1—Local business district | 9 | 20 ft (may increase with increased setback) | 500 sq ft or 20% of wall (whichever is less) | — |
| B-2—Service business district | 10 | 20 ft (may increase with additional setback) | 500 sq ft or 20% of wall (whichever is less) | — |
| Manufacturing-office and research uses (M-OR) | 6 | 20 ft (may increase with extra setback) | 100 sq ft per face; 200 sq ft aggregate | — |

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements (sample of 3 of 5 zones)

### Residential Districts (R-1, R-2, R-3)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Nameplate (R-1 & R-2) | — | 48 sq in (0.33 sq ft) | — | — | One per dwelling | Flat against door, adjacent wall, accessory structure, or elsewhere on property within boundaries | — | 14.11.A.1 |
| Nameplate (R-3, Single/Two-Family) | — | 48 sq in (0.33 sq ft) | — | — | One per dwelling | Flat against door, adjacent wall, accessory structure, or elsewhere on property within boundaries | — | 14.11.A.2 |
| Nameplate (R-3, Multi-Family) | No higher than 1 story or 20 ft above curb, whichever is lower | 9 sq ft | — | If ground sign: At least 1/2 required front yard depth from street line | One per street frontage | Affixed against building (as a wall sign) or ground sign | — | 14.11.A.2 |
| For Sale/For Rent/Garage Sale Sign | No higher than 1 story or 20 ft above curb, whichever is lower; ground sign: 3 ft above grade | 6 sq ft; Garage Sale: 3 sq ft | — | Min 8 ft from side/rear lot lines, no more than 10 ft from front foundation/building line | One per lot | Parallel to front side of building/lot or as ground sign | — | 14.11.B |
| Church Bulletin Sign | No higher than 1 story or 20 ft above curb, whichever is lower; ground sign: 8 ft above grade | 6 sq ft | — | Min 8 ft from side/rear lot line, not closer to front lot line than 1/2 required front yard | One per lot or two (corner lot, one per street) | Affixed against building or as ground sign on same lot as principal church | — | 14.11.C |
| Home Occupation Sign | — | 2 sq ft | — | — | — | — | — | 14.11.D |

### B-1—Local business district

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Nameplate | — | As per residential districts (see above details) | — | — | — | — | — | 14.13.A.1 |
| Wall Sign (B-1) | No part above height of building | 500 sq ft or 20% of wall (whichever is less) | — | — | — | Affixed flat to wall | — | 14.13.A.2, 14.4L.5 |
| Ground Sign (B-1) | — | 100 sq ft per face, 200 sq ft aggregate | — | — | — | On site | — | 14.13.A.3, 14.4L.6 |
| Freestanding Sign (B-1) | 20 ft (may increase with increased setback) | 50 sq ft per face; 100 sq ft aggregate | — | Min 3 ft from ROW | One per lot; two for corner lot | On site | — | 14.13.A.4, 14.4L.4 |
| Shopping Center Identification Sign | 16 ft | 60 sq ft | — | Min 1/2 required yard depth from each abutting street | One per shopping center | On site, set back per above | — | 14.13.A.5 |
| Marquee/Awning Sign (B-1) | Min bottom edge: 10 ft above grade | — | — | — | — | Affixed to marquee, awning or canopy | — | 14.13.A.6 |
| Window Sign | — | No more than 50% of total window area | — | — | — | In window | — | 14.13.A.8 |
| Real Estate Sign | — | 64 sq ft | — | — | One per 5 acre parcel | — | — | 14.13.A.10 |

### B-2—Service business district

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wall Sign (B-2) | No part above height of building | 500 sq ft or 20% of wall (whichever is less) | — | — | — | Affixed flat to wall | — | 14.13.B.2, 14.4L.5 |
| Ground Sign (B-2) | — | 100 sq ft per face, 200 sq ft aggregate | — | — | — | On site | — | 14.13.B.3, 14.4L.6 |
| Freestanding Sign (B-2) | 20 ft (may increase with additional setback) | 50 sq ft per exposed face; 100 sq ft aggregate | — | 3 ft min from ROW | One per lot; two for corner lot | On site | — | 14.13.B.4, 14.4L.4 |
| Shopping Center Identification Sign | 16 ft | 120 sq ft | — | Min 1/2 required yard depth from each abutting street | One per shopping center | On site, set back per above | — | 14.13.B.5 |
| Marquee/Awning Sign (B-2) | Min bottom edge: 10 ft above grade | — | — | — | — | Affixed to marquee, awning or canopy | — | 14.13.B.6 |
| Window Sign | — | No more than 50% of total window area | — | — | — | In window | — | 14.13.B.8 |
| Price Sign (Gas Station/Service) | — | 8 sq ft | — | — | One per street frontage | Affixed to a permitted freestanding identification sign, a canopy support near gas pumps, or flat against building | — | 14.13.B.10 |
| Real Estate Sign | — | 64 sq ft | — | — | One per 5 acre parcel | — | — | 14.13.B.11 |

## Prohibited signs in Hazel Crest

- Any sign which is not included under the types of signs permitted in district regulations.
- Any sign which advertises or publicizes an activity not conducted on the premises upon which such sign is maintained.
- Any mobile or portable trailer sign.
- Any sign painted or pasted on the exterior surface of a building or structure.
- Any sign which has moving parts or creates the illusion of movement in any manner, including flashing lights, other than time and temperature.
- Any sign which overhangs public property by more than twenty-four (24) inches.
- Any roof sign.
- Any sign which is painted, pasted or otherwise affixed to any tree, rock, utility pole, hydrant, bridge, sidewalk, curb or street, bus shelter, bench or trash receptacle.
- Any sign which contains moveable letters, except those as permitted on a changeable copy or other similar approved sign.
- Any street clocks, except those indicating time and temperature.
- Any abandoned sign.
- No inflatable devices or signs are permitted in any district.
- Signs on public property without prior approval.
- Signs on parked vehicles where the sign is the primary use of the vehicle.
- No sign shall be placed on any private property without prior consent of the owner thereof.
- No sign or other advertising structure shall be erected or continued to be displayed at intersections in a manner that obstructs free and clear vision or interferes with, obstructs, or mimics traffic signs, signals, or devices, or uses words or symbols such as "DANGER," "STOP," or "LOOK" that may interfere with, mislead, or confuse traffic.
- The use of unshielded lighting, including incandescent bulbs hung or strung on poles, wires, or other supports, is prohibited except during December, for carnivals/fairs not exceeding ten days, or as otherwise determined by the village.
- No sign or advertising device shall display any obscene, indecent, or immoral materials, words, or emblems, as determined by the building official.

## Signs exempt from permit in Hazel Crest

- Bulletin boards not over twelve (12) square feet in area for public or religious institutions when located on the premises of said institution.
- Signs denoting the architect, engineer, or contractor when placed upon work under initial construction and not exceeding thirty-two (32) square feet in residential, business, or manufacturing districts, to be removed upon completion of project (one sign per project, or two on a corner lot).
- Memorial signs or names of buildings and date of erection when cut into any masonry surface or constructed of bronze or similar material.
- Traffic or other municipal signs, legal notices, railroad crossing signs, danger and such temporary, emergency, or nonadvertising signs as may be recommended by the planning and zoning commission and approved by the village board.
- Political signs, provided: signs shall be no more than six (6) square feet in area.
- The flag, pennant, or insignia of any nation, state, city, or charitable organization.
- Street numbers are exempt from this appendix.
- Permanent residential development signs at major entrances designed to identify a residential subdivision or planned unit development and containing no commercial advertising, as recommended by the zoning board and approved by the village board.
- Each public recreation or community facility use shall be permitted one (1) identification sign located on the premises, not exceeding twenty-four (24) square feet.
- Multiple-family residences and residential projects may display identification signs indicating only name/address/management, not exceeding nine (9) square feet, and only one per street frontage.
- Holiday decorations and interior building signs located away from windows and not affecting views from the outside.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- Temporary signs require a temporary permit application providing the village with area, size, structure, design, location, and proposed time period for the sign. Review and approval required by the village.
- No sign shall be constructed, erected, modified, or altered without the issuance of a sign permit in accordance with chapter 6 of the Village Municipal Code; permit and inspections fees will be established therein.
- All signs (for shopping centers) shall be approved in writing by the department of fire, rescue and inspectional services before fabrication. Detailed drawings and permit application must be submitted and receive final written approval by the village.
- Any fascia larger than the stated height (for shopping center signage) requires the recommendation by the planning and zoning commission, and approval by the village board of trustees.
- Variances to sign regulations may be considered by the planning and zoning commission in harmony with the ordinance's purpose and intent.
- For bonus sign area criteria, sign designs and materials must be approved by the village board to qualify for percentage increases to sign area.

## Full detail

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