Sign Regulations in Troy, Illinois
Troy, Illinois has specific sign regulations covering 41 sign types across 8 zoning districts. Regulated sign types include Flush-Mounted Wall Sign, Projecting Sign, Window Sign (Permanent). 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 Troy, Illinois
Sample Sign Requirements in Troy
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Setback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary For Sale/For Lease Sign (Residential Subdivision) | — | 32 sq ft | — |
| Temporary Construction Sign | — | 32 sq ft | — |
| On-Premises Directional Sign | — | 6 sq ft | — |
* Sample data shown. Actual requirements may vary by zone. Use PermitPal for complete, location-specific regulations.
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Sign Types Covered
41
- Flush-Mounted Wall Sign
- Projecting Sign
- Window Sign (Permanent)
- Awning/Canopy/Marquee Sign
- +2 more types
Zoning Districts
8
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 Troy 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 Troy, 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 Troy, regulated sign types include Flush-Mounted Wall Sign, Projecting Sign, Window Sign (Permanent), Awning/Canopy/Marquee 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 Troy 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 Troy are regulated with specific requirements for brightness, animation, and message duration. Troy has documented illumination rules in our database. Use PermitPal to see the exact requirements for electronic message centers.
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Troy, Illinois Sign Rules at a Glance
Troy, Illinois regulates 41 sign types across 8 zoning districts. Freestanding Sign - Option 1 (One per lot)s in the C-2 General Commercial, C-3 Highway Commercial, C-5 Town Center Mixed-use, I-1 Light Industry, I-2 General Industry zoning district are capped at 25 ft (C-2, C-5), 80 ft (C-3, I-1, I-2; with 25 ft max on parcels by US Hwy 40 per details) tall, 100 sq ft (C-2, C-5), 300 sq ft (C-3, I-1, I-2), and 12 ft any dimension wide, with a No projection over lot line; placement as per spacing rules setback (Sec. §155.04(D)(6)). Most commercial signs in Troy require a permit.
Detailed Sign Ordinance Requirements for Troy, Illinois
Sign Rules by Zoning District in Troy (8 zones)
| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Regulations For All Zones | 15 | — | 75 sq ft (including monument) | — |
| Residential zoning districts | 1 | — | 8 sq ft | — |
| C-2 General Commercial, C-3 Highway Commercial, C-5 Town Center Mixed-use, I-1 Light Industry, I-2 General Industry | 13 | 25 ft (C-2, C-5), 80 ft (C-3, I-1, I-2; with 25 ft max on parcels by US Hwy 40 per details) | 300 sq ft per street frontage | — |
| C-4 Downtown Mixed-use | 6 | Min clear 10 ft above sidewalk | Max 42 in width or height | — |
| Planned Development (PD) and Planned Development Districts | 1 | — | — | — |
| C-1 Neighborhood Commercial | 1 | — | — | — |
| Commercial zoning districts | 6 | 25 ft (C-2, C-5), 80 ft (C-3, I-1, I-2; except parcels by US Hwy 40: max 25 ft) | 300 sq ft per frontage | — |
| Industrial zoning districts | 6 | 80 ft (except parcels contiguous with US Hwy 40: 25 ft) | 300 sq ft per frontage | — |
Zone-by-Zone Sign Requirements in Troy(sample of 3 of 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary For Sale/For Lease Sign (Residential Subdivision) | — | 32 sq ft | — | — | 1 per subdivision | Subdivision property for new residential development | — | Unlock | §155.04(B)(1) |
| Temporary Construction Sign | — | 32 sq ft | — | — | 1 per building | Confined to the site of construction | — | Unlock | §155.04(B)(1) |
| On-Premises Directional Sign | — | 6 sq ft | — | — | — | On-premises | — | Unlock | §155.04(B)(2) |
| Flag | — | — | — | — | 3 | On-premises | — | Unlock | §155.04(B)(3) |
| House Number/Resident Name Sign | — | 3 sq ft (single family), 6 sq ft (multi-family) | — | — | — | On the lot to which it pertains | — | Unlock | §155.04(B)(5) |
| Property Regulation Sign | — | 3 sq ft | — | — | — | On private property | — | Unlock | §155.04(B)(8) |
| Temporary Event Sign | — | See zone-specific; 8 sq ft (residential), 8-32 sq ft (commercial/industrial by zone) | — | — | 1 per business per street frontage | Not on public property or ROW or blocking sightlines; see also zone | — | Unlock | §155.04(B)(9) |
| Residential Development Identification Structure | — | 75 sq ft (including monument) | — | — | — | Major entrance to subdivision/apartment complex/PD | — | Unlock | §155.04(B)(10) |
C-2 General Commercial, C-3 Highway Commercial, C-5 Town Center Mixed-use, I-1 Light Industry, I-2 General Industry
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary Event Sign (C-2) | — | 24 sq ft | — | — | 1 per business per street frontage | — | — | Unlock | §155.04(B)(9)(2) |
| Temporary Event Sign (C-3) | — | 32 sq ft | — | — | 1 per business per street frontage | — | — | Unlock | §155.04(B)(9)(2) |
| Flush-Mounted Wall Sign | 3 ft above roofline | 300 sq ft per street frontage | — | — | — | On wall of building | — | Unlock | §155.03(C), §155.04(D)(1) |
| Projecting Sign | 3 ft above roofline (not on roof), minimum 8 ft above ground | 12 sq ft | 3 ft projection from building | — | 1 per street frontage | Attached to exterior wall, or suspended under awning/canopy/marquee; not to project over public ROW/closer than 2 ft to curb | — | Unlock | §155.04(D)(2) |
| Shopping/Office Center Monument Sign (Center Only) | Not to extend more than max height for freestanding graphic in district | 100 sq ft (center identification), 200 sq ft (center and tenants) | — | Not to intrude into public ROW or private lot line; not higher than 2 ft in sight triangle | 1 per street entrance | On-premises | — | Unlock | §155.04(D)(5) |
| Freestanding Sign - Option 1 (One per lot) | 25 ft (C-2, C-5), 80 ft (C-3, I-1, I-2; with 25 ft max on parcels by US Hwy 40 per details) | 100 sq ft (C-2, C-5), 300 sq ft (C-3, I-1, I-2) | 12 ft any dimension | No projection over lot line; placement as per spacing rules | 1 per lot (C-2, C-5); max 2 per lot (C-3, I-1, I-2) | On-premises | — | Unlock | §155.04(D)(6) |
| Freestanding Sign - Option 2 (Second sign C-3, I-1, I-2 only) | 25 ft | 100 sq ft; may be up to 25 ft high if second sign | — | Not over lot line; see spacing | 2 per lot allowed in districts listed | On-premises, C-3, I-1, I-2 only | — | Unlock | §155.04(D)(6) |
| Off-Premises Sign (By Special Permit) | 25 ft | 100 sq ft | — | — | 5 per mile per side | Edwardsville Rd/Hwy 162 and Hwy 40, with restrictions | — | Unlock | §155.04(D)(7) |
Commercial zoning districts
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flush-Mounted Wall Sign | 3 ft above roofline | 300 sq ft per frontage | — | — | — | Building wall | — | Unlock | §155.03(C),(D); §155.04(D)(1) |
| Projecting Sign | 3 ft above roofline; minimum 8 ft above ground | 12 sq ft | 3 ft projection | — | 1 per street frontage | Building exterior wall, or suspended under awning/canopy/marquee | — | Unlock | §155.04(D)(2) |
| Awning/Canopy/Marquee Sign | — | Included in flush/projecting sign calculations | — | — | — | Attached to or suspended from awning/canopy/marquee | — | Unlock | §155.04(D)(4) |
| Window Sign (Permanent) | — | 20% of window or 20 sq ft (whichever is less) | — | — | — | Window (on or painted on) | — | Unlock | §155.04(D)(3) |
| Freestanding Sign | 25 ft (C-2, C-5), 80 ft (C-3, I-1, I-2; except parcels by US Hwy 40: max 25 ft) | 100 sq ft (C-2, C-5), 300 sq ft (C-3, I-1, I-2) | 12 ft any dimension | Min 150 ft apart if two allowed; see special distance rules | 1 per lot (except 2 in C-3, see industrial for rules) | On-premises | — | Unlock | §155.04(D)(6) |
| Shopping/Office Center Monument Sign | Subject to freestanding graphic rules in district | 100 sq ft (center ID only), 200 sq ft (center/tenants) | — | Not to project over/intrude into ROW or private lot line; not over 2 ft high in intersection sight triangle | 1 per street entrance | On-premises, at street entrance | — | Unlock | §155.04(D)(5) |
PermitPal covers all 8 zoning districts in Troy — full sign requirements for every zone, plus illumination rules, size formulas, and permit requirements for every sign type — with a free account.
See all 8 zones for Troy — start freeProhibited Signs in Troy
- Any graphic or sign not expressly permitted by this chapter is prohibited in the city.
- No signs or advertisements shall be installed or erected upon any public property.
- It is unlawful to attach any sign, advertisement or notice to any tree or shrub in any street, parkway or other public place in the city.
- It is unlawful to place any sign or advertisement on any property without the written consent of the owner thereof.
- No sign structure shall be erected at any street intersection in such a manner as to obstruct free and clear vision of motorists in a moving traffic lane of intersecting traffic.
- No graphic which revolves, rotates, or mechanically moves in any manner shall be permitted in the city.
- No graphic shall have blinking, flashing, or fluttering lights, which have a changing light intensity, brightness, or color. Beacon lights are prohibited.
- No red, yellow, orange, green, or other colored light shall be used within 200 feet of a traffic sign or device.
- No exposed reflective-type bulb and no strobe light or incandescent lamp that exceeds 15 watts or equivalent shall be used on the exterior surface of any graphic in such a manner as to expose the face of the bulb, light, or lamp to any public street or adjacent property.
- No graphic shall be erected, relocated, or maintained so as to prevent free access to any door, window, fire escape, or driveway.
- No graphic shall be erected or maintained in such a manner that it interferes with, obstructs the view of, or can be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal, or device.
- No sign or graphic shall contain the words 'stop', 'go', 'caution', 'danger', 'warning' or similar words unless these words are part of a business name.
- Mobile/portable signs are prohibited everywhere in the city.
- Graphics consisting of banners, pennants, streamers, ribbons, strings of exposed light bulbs, spinners, or similar devices are prohibited.
- Graphics attached to trees, fences or public utility poles (except warning signs or those graphics issued by public utilities) are prohibited.
- Abandoned signs are prohibited and must be removed as provided.
- Roof-mounted graphics that extend more than three feet above the highest point of the roof are prohibited.
- Off-premises signs are prohibited except as provided by special use permit or in accordance with the State Highway Advertising Control Act.
- Snipe signs are prohibited.
- No sign shall be displayed in a way that blocks or tends to block sight lines for vehicular traffic.
- Temporary signs may not be placed on public property; on any public right-of-way; on any utility pole or tree; on any street or road sign or sign pole; on any other person's property without express verbal permission; or in any location that blocks or tends to block sight lines for vehicular traffic.
Exempt Signs in Troy
- Temporary for sale or for lease signs advertising new residential subdivision development (with area and time restrictions).
- Temporary construction signs in commercial and industrial zones identifying architects, engineers, contractors, etc., or announcing the building’s character or purpose but not advertising any product (with area and location restrictions).
- On-premises directional signs such as those identifying entrances, exits, parking, bathrooms, phones, and similar, not exceeding six square feet.
- Flags of any country, state, or unit of local government, with a maximum of three per establishment or house.
- Governmental or public signs such as traffic control, railroad crossings, legal notices, emergency signs authorized by the Building & Zoning Official.
- House numbers and/or resident-only name signs for the premises, not exceeding three square feet for single-family or six square feet for multifamily.
- Integral signs, memorial signs, or tablets carved or inlaid into buildings with information such as date of erection, building name, memorial tributes.
- Interior signs inside any building or within enclosed lobbies, courts, or interior enclosed/fenced sporting areas.
- Property regulation signs such as no trespassing, beware of dog, etc., not exceeding three square feet.
- Temporary event signs, subject to quantity, timing, and size limits, and with placement/location constraints as specified.
- Residential development identification structures at major entrances (no commercial advertising), not exceeding 75 square feet, and located on-premises.
- Utility company signs serving public safety or indicating public telephones, underground cables, etc.
- Historic building signs or plaques up to four square feet with no advertising.
- Public signs such as street identification, traffic signs, and other government interest signs.
- Home occupation interior or exterior business signs up to two square feet, unlighted, installed only on the dwelling.
Sign Plan & Submission Notes for Troy
- A comprehensive sign plan may be submitted, reviewed, and approved by the Planning Commission and City Council as part of a Planned Development (PD) or planned development district. Conditions and standards regarding signs may be included as part of approved PDs.
- A sign package is required for review by the Planning Commission for (1) electronic message center signs in the C-4 zoning district; or (2) in the opinion of the Building & Zoning Official, any sign may be brought to the Planning Commission for review and approval, including projects with multiple buildings/tenants, unique site circumstances, or creative/significantly different signage proposals.
- Signs within an approved sign package may deviate from standard criteria if a variance is approved.
- Sign permit applications for newly constructed buildings must include a site plan displaying all sign locations, a complete set of final drawings displaying all elevations, and the building permit number.
- Any request for a variance to sign regulations requires a written application, public hearing, and approval process before the Planning Commission and City Council.
- The approved sign package for a development is retained on file in the Building & Zoning Department, and a sign permit is required for each sign in the approved package.
- Applications to amend an approved sign package must be made to the Planning Commission for review and recommendation.