# Sign Regulations in Slidell, Louisiana

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Slidell, Louisiana (LA)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/louisiana/slidell
- **Data last verified:** 2025-05-08
- **Source:** [municode municipal code](https://library.municode.com/la/jefferson_parish/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH33UNDECO_ART3ZO_DIV3MIEBAZODI_S33-3.58.7SI)

## At a glance

Slidell, Louisiana regulates 28 sign types across 11 zoning districts. Monument Sign (Multi-Family Complex, 4+ Units)s in the R—Rural District (R), A-1 Suburban District (A-1), A-2 Single-Family Residential (A-2), A-3 Multifamily Residential (A-3), A-4 Transitional District (A-4), A-6 Single-Family Urban (A-6), A-7 Multifamily Urban (A-7), A-8 High Density Urban (A-8), A-9 Apartment District (A-9), A-10 Trailer Park District (A-10), Residential Redevelopment District (RRD) zoning district are capped at 4 ft tall and 16 sq ft, with a Minimum 10 ft from public right-of-way setback (Sec. Sec. 2.2309(a)). Most commercial signs in Slidell require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (11 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Planned District | 1 | — | — | — |
| R—Rural District (R), A-1 Suburban District (A-1), A-2 Single-Family Residential (A-2), A-3 Multifamily Residential (A-3), A-4 Transitional District (A-4), A-6 Single-Family Urban (A-6), A-7 Multifamily Urban (A-7), A-8 High Density Urban (A-8), A-9 Apartment District (A-9), A-10 Trailer Park District (A-10), Residential Redevelopment District (RRD) | 7 | 4 ft | 32 sq ft | — |
| A-9-C Apartment-Commercial District (A-9C) | 4 | 4 ft | 16 sq ft | — |
| Planned Unit Development (PUD) | 1 | — | — | — |
| C-1 Fremaux Avenue Business District (C-1), C-1A Fremaux Avenue/Shortcut Highway District (C-1A) | 5 | 45 ft or height of building (whichever is less) | 40 sq ft | — |
| C-2 Neighborhood Commercial (C-2), C-2W Waterfront Mixed Use District (C-2W), C-3 Central Business District (C-3), C-4 Highway Commercial (C-4), C-6 Regional Shopping Center District (C-6), All Commercial Zoning Districts (commercial zones) | 9 | 45 ft or height of building | 210 sq ft | — |
| M-1 Planned Industrial District (M-1), M-2 Light Industrial District (M-2), All Industrial Zoning Districts (industrial zones) | 5 | 45 ft or height of bldg | 210 sq ft | — |
| O-L Open Land District (O-L) | 2 | — | 9 sq ft (if non-residential per 2.2309c, default for unspecified noncommercial use) | — |
| Airport Zone (A) | 1 | — | — | — |
| Olde Towne Preservation District | 5 | 5 ft | 40 sq ft | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 5 | — | 210 sq ft aggregate per lot | — |

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements (sample of 3 of 11 zones)

### R—Rural District (R), A-1 Suburban District (A-1), A-2 Single-Family Residential (A-2), A-3 Multifamily Residential (A-3), A-4 Transitional District (A-4), A-6 Single-Family Urban (A-6), A-7 Multifamily Urban (A-7), A-8 High Density Urban (A-8), A-9 Apartment District (A-9), A-10 Trailer Park District (A-10), Residential Redevelopment District (RRD)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Monument Sign (Multi-Family Complex, 4+ Units) | 4 ft | 16 sq ft | — | Minimum 10 ft from public right-of-way | 1 per site | Minimum 10 ft setback from public right-of-way | — | Sec. 2.2309(a) |
| Wall Sign (Multi-Family Complex, 4+ Units) | 4 ft | 16 sq ft | — | Minimum 10 ft from public right-of-way | 1 per site | — | — | Sec. 2.2309(a) |
| Monument Sign (Nonresidential use with occupational license, A-9C/RRD) | 4 ft | 16 sq ft | — | Minimum 10 ft from public right-of-way | 1 per site | Minimum 10 ft setback from public right-of-way | — | Sec. 2.2309(b) |
| Wall Sign (Nonresidential use with occupational license, A-9C/RRD) | 4 ft | 16 sq ft | — | Minimum 10 ft from public right-of-way | 1 per site | — | — | Sec. 2.2309(b) |
| Wall Sign (Non-residential, not otherwise specified) | — | 9 sq ft | — | — | 1 per site | — | — | Sec. 2.2309(c) |
| Subdivision Entrance Monument Sign (PUD/Subdivision) | 3 ft | 32 sq ft | — | 5 ft from raised curb on private property | 1 per development or subdivision | Either on private property or right-of-way (per agreement) | — | Sec. 2.2309(d) |
| Temporary Sign | — | 4 sq ft (single), up to 32 sq ft (extended, per permit) | — | — | Single: 1; Extended: up to 10 per site | Not allowed in right-of-way | — | Sec. 2.2309(e), 2.2315 |

### C-1 Fremaux Avenue Business District (C-1), C-1A Fremaux Avenue/Shortcut Highway District (C-1A)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Freestanding or Monument Sign | 5 ft | 40 sq ft | — | 5 ft from property line; 10 ft from utility line | 1 per street frontage | Minimum 5 ft setback from any property line; not on frontage facing residential district; minimum 10 ft from overhead utility line. | — | Sec. 2.2310(c)(1) |
| Blade Sign | 45 ft or height of building (whichever is less) | Counts toward attached sign area limit | — | — | Counts toward attached sign number limit | Not more than 5 ft horizontal projection from building; no closer than 2 ft from edge of sidewalk or drive; minimum 8 ft above sidewalk. | — | Sec. 2.2310(c)(2) |
| Wall Sign (Attached) | Shall not extend above highest point of roof; may be on mansard roof but not above peak | — | — | — | Up to two per façade with public entrance | — | — | Sec. 2.2310(c)(3) |
| Temporary Sign | — | 4 sq ft (single), up to 32 sq ft site aggregate (extended, with permit) | — | — | Up to 10 per site | Not in right-of-way | — | Sec. 2.2315 |
| Sandwich Board/A-Frame Sign | — | 6 sq ft per face | — | — | 1 per public entrance | On private property or sidewalk, but must maintain minimum 4 ft unobstructed pedestrian access | — | Sec. 2.2306(a) |

### C-2 Neighborhood Commercial (C-2), C-2W Waterfront Mixed Use District (C-2W), C-3 Central Business District (C-3), C-4 Highway Commercial (C-4), C-6 Regional Shopping Center District (C-6), All Commercial Zoning Districts (commercial zones)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Freestanding Sign (5-20 ft setback) | 20 ft | 210 sq ft | — | 5 ft from property line; 10 ft from utility line | 1 per street frontage | Minimum 5 ft from property line; not on frontage facing residential district; must be at least 10 ft from overhead utility line. | — | Sec. 2.2310(b)(1) |
| Freestanding Sign (20+ ft setback or within 100 ft of highway/interstate) | 20 ft (max 60 ft if on lot abutting interstate and within 100 ft of right-of-way) | 210 sq ft | — | 5 ft from property line | 1 per street frontage | As above | — | Sec. 2.2310(b)(1) |
| Multi-Tenant Free-standing Complex Sign | 20 ft | 210 sq ft | — | 5 ft from adjacent signs | 1 per qualifying building | Minimum 5 ft from nearest sign | — | Sec. 2.2310(b)(2) |
| Marquee Sign (Multi-tenant Complex) | 45 ft or height of building | 100 sq ft per face | — | — | 1 per building | — | — | Sec. 2.2310(b)(3) |
| Wall Sign (Attached) | Not above roof; may be placed on mansard roof but not above peak | — | — | — | Up to 2 per qualifying façade | — | — | Sec. 2.2310(b)(4) |
| Blade Sign | 45 ft or height of building | — | — | — | Counts toward attached | Projection must not exceed 5 ft; minimum 8 ft above sidewalk. | — | Sec. 2.2310(b)(5) |
| Freestanding Drive-Through Sign | 15 ft | 32 sq ft per sign | — | — | Up to 2 per drive-through lane | — | — | Sec. 2.2310(b)(6) |
| Sandwich Board/A-Frame Sign | — | 6 sq ft per face | — | — | 1 per public entrance | Must leave at least 4 ft pedestrian access if placed on sidewalk | — | Sec. 2.2306(a) |

## Prohibited signs in Slidell

- It is unlawful to apply, place, erect, alter, or relocate any sign without first obtaining a sign permit from the department of building safety and permits, except where specifically exempted.
- Animated signs or signs with animated parts or changing images are prohibited, except as authorized for electronic message centers (EMCs).
- Electronic message centers (EMCs) are prohibited except as authorized.
- Flashing lights or beacons are prohibited, except as permitted for special events.
- Projected signs are prohibited, except temporary projected signs in residential districts as part of a holiday display for a maximum of 30 days.
- Illegal signs—those without required permits or that do not comply with a valid permit—are prohibited.
- Inflatable or balloon signs are prohibited, except as permitted for special events.
- Obscene matter displayed on any sign or advertising structure is prohibited.
- Portable signs are prohibited, except for A-frame/sandwich board signs as specifically authorized.
- Revolving, rotating, twirling, or other moving signs or parts are prohibited when containing or consisting of banners, posters, pennants, ribbons, streamers, strings of light bulbs, spinners, or similar devices.
- Roof signs are prohibited. Attached signs on a mansard roof but below the roof line are allowed.
- Signs with mirror, reflective, or phosphorescent surfaces are prohibited.
- Signs emitting sound, vapor, smoke, odor, particles, or visible matter are prohibited.
- Signs in freshwater wetland or salt marsh areas are prohibited, except public or governmental signs.
- No sign other than a government sign may be placed within public right-of-way or city-owned property, except as authorized.
- Signs incorporating any laser light are prohibited, except as permitted for special events.
- String or strip LED storefront lights are prohibited.
- No sign may be erected or maintained so as to prevent free ingress or egress from any door, window, or fire escape; or be attached to a standpipe or fire escape.
- No sign may interfere with traffic, including obstructing the view of or being confused with traffic control devices or obstructing driver vision at intersections.
- Feather signs are prohibited.
- Snipe signs, including signs attached to vegetation, utility poles, public signs, or fences, are prohibited.
- Unsafe signs are prohibited.
- Signs on inoperable vehicles or conveyances are prohibited.
- Vehicle signs on operable vehicles that are parked or placed within 100 feet of a street and visible from the street, parked for more than 48 hours, or occupying a required parking space for more than 48 hours are prohibited.

## Signs exempt from permit in Slidell

- One A-frame or sandwich board sign per public entrance in any commercially zoned district or Olde Towne Preservation District, meeting specified size and placement limitations, does not require a permit.
- Holiday light displays may be installed by the city or private property owners within 60 days of a holiday without a permit.
- Incidental signs, limited to ten per site and not legible from more than three feet beyond the lot line, no larger than two square feet, do not require a permit (electric signs excepted).
- Integral signs, limited to two per site, do not require a permit if cut into masonry or constructed of permanent incombustible material, not exceeding two square feet.
- Flags, limited to three per site and a total flag area of 210 square feet per lot, do not require a permit. Displaying more than three flags per site requires conditional use approval.
- Legal notices do not require a permit.
- Street address numbers provided in conformance with Chapter 7 Article IX do not require a permit.
- Single temporary signs meeting the standards of Section 2.2315 do not require a permit.
- Traffic control signs complying with code do not require a permit.
- Vehicle signs do not require a permit if painted on the body of an operable vehicle (max 16 sq. ft. per side), or permanently attached and within the same size limits, and not extending more than 18 inches above or below the vehicle.
- Window signs do not require a permit if attached to or painted on a window or glass door, visible externally and not permanently altering transparency; internally illuminated or neon window signs allowed as long as they are inside the building.
- Signs placed by or at the direction of a governmental body or agency are authorized in all rights-of-way and properties controlled by the agency and at locations as directed.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- All sign permit applications must include a sketch or drawing showing the sign placement, dimensions, type of construction and attachment method; structural plans and engineering may be required per the building code.
- New construction of commercial buildings must include proposed signage simultaneously with the building permit application.
- For planned unit developments (PUDs), a preliminary development plan must include a signage plan showing the location, dimensions, and type of all proposed building and freestanding advertising, identification, and directional signs (see Section 2.1505(c)(2)).
- Final PUD plans must include details and any amendments to signage as part of their final plan application package and are subject to city approval.
- Landscape plans are generally required for industrial, commercial, and multi-family (3+ units) developments and must be prepared by a Louisiana Licensed Landscape Architect; any associated signage must be shown on site plans as part of plan review.
- Multi-tenant commercial sites/buildings must include a master sign plan to demonstrate compliance with sign limits for complex/multi-tenant signs.
- Murals outside Olde Towne Preservation District require review and permitting by city council, including a site plan and scaled drawing.

## Full detail

This page publishes an overview of every zoning district plus a sample of 3 districts in full. Complete zone-by-zone requirements for all 11 zoning districts in Slidell — every sign type, every field — are available with a free PermitPal account: https://app.permitpal.io/?address=Slidell+LA&override=true&utm_source=landing&utm_medium=city-page&utm_campaign=city-slidell

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