Sign Regulations in Palos Park, Illinois
Palos Park, Illinois has specific sign regulations covering 19 sign types across 4 zoning districts. Regulated sign types include Real Estate Sign, Identification Plaque - Dwelling Unit, Identification Plaque - Non-Dwelling Unit. Height restrictions apply. Permits are required for most commercial signs. Use PermitPal to get instant access to the complete regulations.
Data last verified: April 20, 2025
Sign Regulation Overview for Palos Park, Illinois
Sample Sign Requirements in Palos Park
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Setback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identification Plaque - Dwelling Unit | — | 1 sq ft | — |
| Identification Plaque - Non-Dwelling Unit | — | 10 sq ft (except church bulletin board: 24 sq ft) | — |
| Real Estate Sign | 4 ft (ground sign) | 5 sq ft per face; max 2 faces | Must be on property, not public property unless special permission |
* Sample data shown. Actual requirements may vary by zone. Use PermitPal for complete, location-specific regulations.
Sign Types Covered
19
- Real Estate Sign
- Identification Plaque - Dwelling Unit
- Identification Plaque - Non-Dwelling Unit
- Ground Sign - Single Tenant
- +2 more types
Zoning Districts
4
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 Palos Park 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 Palos Park, 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 Palos Park, regulated sign types include Real Estate Sign, Identification Plaque - Dwelling Unit, Identification Plaque - Non-Dwelling Unit, Ground Sign - Single Tenant, 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 Palos Park 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 Palos Park are regulated with specific requirements for brightness, animation, and message duration. Palos Park has documented illumination rules in our database. Use PermitPal to see the exact requirements for electronic message centers.
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Palos Park, Illinois Sign Rules at a Glance
Palos Park, Illinois regulates 19 sign types across 4 zoning districts. Real Estate Signs in the R District, Residential District zoning district are capped at 4 ft (ground sign) tall and 5 sq ft per face; max 2 faces, with a Must be on property, not public property unless special permission setback (Sec. 1480.14(a)-(g)). Most commercial signs in Palos Park require a permit.
Detailed Sign Ordinance Requirements for Palos Park, Illinois
Sign Rules by Zoning District in Palos Park (4 zones)
| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R District, Residential District | 3 | 4 ft (ground sign) | 10 sq ft (except church bulletin board: 24 sq ft) | — |
| B District, M District, Business District | 5 | 10 ft | 120 sq ft per sign | — |
| Nonresidential Districts | 1 | 4 ft (ground sign) | 8 sq ft per face; max 2 faces | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 12 | 5 ft above curb or grade at base | 32 sq ft per face | — |
Zone-by-Zone Sign Requirements in Palos Park(sample of 3 of 4 zones)
R District, Residential District
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identification Plaque - Dwelling Unit | — | 1 sq ft | — | — | 1 per dwelling unit | On dwelling unit | — | Unlock | 1480.11(a)(1) |
| Identification Plaque - Non-Dwelling Unit | — | 10 sq ft (except church bulletin board: 24 sq ft) | — | — | 1 per building | On non-dwelling structure | — | Unlock | 1480.11(a)(2) |
| Real Estate Sign | 4 ft (ground sign) | 5 sq ft per face; max 2 faces | — | Must be on property, not public property unless special permission | 1 per zoning lot | On premises for sale/lease only | — | Unlock | 1480.14(a)-(g) |
B District, M District, Business District
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Sign - Single Tenant | 10 ft | <50 sq ft per sign | — | — | 1 per 150 ft road frontage per lot side | On commercial or industrial lots, per lot side with public road frontage | — | Unlock | 1480.08(b)-(d) |
| Ground Sign - Multi-Tenant | 10 ft | 100 sq ft | — | — | 1 per street abutting property | Only on lots with >1 commercial use; Business District only | — | Unlock | 1480.08(h) |
| Wall Sign | — | 120 sq ft per sign | — | — | 1 per commercial unit (corner unit: 2, one per exterior wall) | On walls facing road frontage or other commercial uses | — | Unlock | 1480.09(a)-(d) |
| Identification Plaque | 6 ft | 30 sq ft | — | — | Not stated | Only in grassy landscaped areas, surrounded by landscaping | — | Unlock | 1480.11(b) |
| Real Estate Sign | 4 ft (ground sign) | 8 sq ft per face; max 2 faces | — | Must be on property, not public property unless special permission | 1 per zoning lot | On premises for sale/lease only | — | Unlock | 1480.14(a)-(g) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awning Sign | — | No more than necessary to cover window/entrance; text limited to 8 inches high | — | No extension beyond 12 inches inside curb line | Not specified | On front/side of awning attached to building | — | Unlock | 1480.10(a)-(f) |
| Temporary Sign - Window | — | — | — | — | Not specified | Inside building windows | — | Unlock | 1480.12(a)(1), (b) |
| Temporary Sign - Walkway/Ground (not illuminated) | — | 8 sq ft per face | — | — | Not specified | On walkway or ground between building and parking lot | — | Unlock | 1480.12(a)(3),(7),(b) |
| Temporary Balloon Figure (Ground) | — | — | — | 3 ft from property line | 1 per property | On ground, at least 3 feet from property line | — | Unlock | 1480.12(a)(4),(6) |
| Temporary Ground Sign (General) | 5 ft above curb or grade at base | 32 sq ft per face | — | 3 ft behind all property lines; 50 ft from any other signs | 2 per property frontage | At least 3 ft behind all property lines | — | Unlock | 1480.12(a)(5)-(7),(b) |
| Temporary Ground Sign (Special Construction Area) | 5 ft above curb/grade at base | 32 sq ft per face | — | 3 ft behind property line, 50 ft from other signs | 2 per single tenant property, 6 per multi-tenant property (in specified zones, only during construction) | As above | — | Unlock | 1480.12(a)(5)H |
| Political Sign | — | Per general sign size chapter requirements | — | Cannot be in public right of way or on poles/supports as described | Not specified | Private property only, not on utility pole/street light/road sign/public right-of-way | — | Unlock | 1480.13 |
| Open House Sign | Same as Real Estate Sign | Same as Real Estate Sign (see zone) | — | — | 3 per open house | Only during hours of open house, only on private property | — | Unlock | 1480.15 |
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Run a code check for your exact address — freeProhibited Signs in Palos Park
- Signs preventing free ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire escape, or attached to a standpipe or fire escape.
- Signs erected at street intersections that obstruct free and clear vision or interfere with, obstruct, or are confusing/misleading to traffic.
- Commercial variable message signs and flashing signs, except as otherwise allowed or as legal non-conforming signs (subject to sunset provision and limitations).
- Revolving beacons.
- Roof signs.
- Signs attached to utility poles.
- Signs painted on the wall of a structure.
- Signs located on property other than the property on which the business it advertises is located, unless specific height, size, and location requirements are met for adjacent commercial lots with cross-access.
- Signs located on property other than the property on which the use to which it relates is located, unless specific height, size, and location requirements are met for property adjacent to property owned by a unit of local government and relating to the unit of local government’s use.
- Signs that block the view of, or access to, a door, fire hydrant, other sign, sidewalk, or parking area, or distract vehicular traffic.
- Signs attached to trees or utility posts.
- Temporary signs with moving parts, or carried by a person or animal.
Exempt Signs in Palos Park
- Non-illuminated real estate signs not exceeding eight square feet in area, advertising the sale, rental, or lease of only the premises upon which such a sign is located, with only one sign permitted at a time and at least fifteen feet from a lot line.
- Signs associated with a Special Use approved by Ordinance and authorized as a structure in a Special Use Ordinance, provided they are specifically approved. These signs are not exempt from permitting requirements unless specified otherwise.
- Minor repairs and maintenance of signs do not require a permit.
Sign Plan & Submission Notes for Palos Park
- No explicit mention of a master sign plan, sign plan, or required variance meeting for general sign approval in the ordinance text. Permits are required for most signs with exceptions and require submission of plans and specifications for approval, but there is no general citywide sign plan or variance meeting process stated in the referenced sections.
- Building Commissioner examines all sign permit applications for compliance with plans, specifications, and all relevant laws and ordinances.