# Sign Regulations in Cassopolis, Michigan

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Cassopolis, Michigan (MI)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/michigan/cassopolis
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-28
- **Source:** [ecode360 municipal code](https://ecode360.com/30371058#30371058)

## At a glance

Cassopolis, Michigan regulates 23 sign types across 7 zoning districts. Freestanding Sign (Permitted Uses Other Than Dwellings)s in the C-2 zoning district are capped at 30 ft tall and 100 sq ft (per sign); 200 sq ft aggregate per parcel, with a 5 ft from all lot lines setback (Sec. § 370-443B, § 370-438C, § 370-443C). Most commercial signs in Cassopolis require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (7 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 6 | 10 ft | 32 sq ft | — |
| R-1, R-2 | 6 | 10 ft | 24 sq ft (per sign); 32 sq ft aggregate per parcel | — |
| R-3 (RM) | 7 | 10 ft | 32 sq ft | — |
| C-1, PUD | 4 | 15 ft | 40 sq ft (per sign); 80 sq ft aggregate per parcel | — |
| C-2 | 7 | 30 ft | 400 sq ft (as viewed from single location) | — |
| C-3 | 8 | 30 ft | 80 sq ft (per sign); 120 sq ft aggregate per parcel | — |
| I-1, I-2 | 9 | 30 ft | 400 sq ft (as viewed from single location) | — |

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements (sample of 3 of 7 zones)

### C-2

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wall Sign (Permitted Uses Other Than Dwellings) | — | 100 sq ft (per sign); 200 sq ft aggregate per parcel | — | — | 1 per street frontage | 1 per street frontage | — | § 370-443A, § 370-443C |
| Freestanding Sign (Permitted Uses Other Than Dwellings) | 30 ft | 100 sq ft (per sign); 200 sq ft aggregate per parcel | — | 5 ft from all lot lines | 1 per parcel (see additional for more street frontages) | 1 per parcel; extra allowed per § 370-438C for additional frontage | — | § 370-443B, § 370-438C, § 370-443C |
| Real Estate Sign (Single/Two-family Dwellings) | 4 ft | 6 sq ft | — | 10 ft from all lot lines | 1 per parcel | 1 per parcel | — | § 370-443D |
| Real Estate Sign (Multifamily/Nonresidential Uses) | 10 ft | 32 sq ft | — | 10 ft from all lot lines | — | — | — | § 370-443D |
| Highway Sign | 30 ft | 200 sq ft | — | 10 ft from right-of-way; 1 ft setback per 1 ft sign height from residential | 1 per parcel within 200 ft | If parcel within 200 ft of M-60/M-62 right-of-way. Minimum 10 ft from right-of-way; 1 ft extra setback per ft of sign height from all residential district boundaries. | — | § 370-443E |
| Directional Sign (C-2) | 4 ft | 4 sq ft | — | At least 5 ft from property line unless on building/pole | — | As approved by Village, must be set back at least 5 ft from any property line unless placed on light pole or building. | — | § 370-443F |
| Billboard | — | 400 sq ft (as viewed from single location) | — | 100 ft from right-of-way, 50 ft from interior boundary lines, 500 ft from residence | Max 1 per 1,500 ft on same side of highway | Near highways in C-2 | — | § 370-443G |

### C-3

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wall Sign (Permitted Uses Other Than Dwellings) | — | 80 sq ft (per sign); 120 sq ft aggregate per parcel | — | — | 1 per street frontage | 1 per street frontage | — | § 370-444A, § 370-444C, § 370-444A(2) |
| Canopy/Awning Sign | — | — | — | — | — | On canopy or awning | — | § 370-444A(1) |
| Projecting Sign | — | 32 sq ft | 8 ft | — | — | Attached to building, not parallel to wall | — | § 370-444A(2) |
| Freestanding Sign (Permitted Uses Other Than Dwellings) | 30 ft | 80 sq ft (per sign); 120 sq ft aggregate per parcel | — | 5 ft from all lot lines | 1 per parcel (see additional for more street frontages) | 1 per parcel; extra allowed per § 370-438C for additional frontage | — | § 370-444B, § 370-438C, § 370-444C |
| Real Estate Sign (Single/Two-family Dwellings) | 4 ft | 6 sq ft | — | 10 ft from all lot lines | 1 per parcel | 1 per parcel | — | § 370-444D |
| Real Estate Sign (Multifamily/Nonresidential Uses) | 10 ft | 32 sq ft | — | 10 ft from all lot lines | — | — | — | § 370-444D |
| Directional Sign (C-3) | 4 ft | 4 sq ft | — | 5 ft from property line unless on building | — | As approved by Village, set back at least 5 ft from property lines unless on building. | — | § 370-444E |
| Sandwich Board Sign | 5 ft | — | 3 ft | Within 10 ft of entrance; not within 10 ft of R.O.W. intersection | 1 per commercial use | Within 10 ft of primary entrance, not within 10 ft of street R.O.W. intersection. | — | § 370-444F |

### I-1, I-2

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wall Sign (Permitted Uses Other Than Dwellings) | — | 200 sq ft (aggregate max per parcel) | — | — | No maximum | No maximum number | — | § 370-445A, § 370-445C |
| Freestanding Sign (Permitted Uses Other Than Dwellings) | 25 ft | 120 sq ft (per sign); 300 sq ft aggregate per parcel | — | 5 ft from right-of-way, 10 ft from all private drives and other lot lines | 1 per parcel (see additional for more street frontages) | 1 per parcel; extra allowed per § 370-438C for additional frontage | — | § 370-445B, § 370-438C, § 370-445C |
| Real Estate Sign (Single/Two-family Dwellings) | 4 ft | 6 sq ft | — | 10 ft from all lot lines | 1 per parcel | 1 per parcel | — | § 370-445D |
| Real Estate Sign (Multifamily/Nonresidential Uses) | 10 ft | 32 sq ft | — | 10 ft from all lot lines | — | — | — | § 370-445D |
| Highway Sign | 30 ft | 200 sq ft | — | 10 ft from right-of-way; 1 ft setback per 1 ft sign height from residential | 1 per parcel within 200 ft | If parcel within 200 ft of M-60/M-62 right-of-way. Minimum 10 ft from right-of-way; 1 ft extra setback per ft of sign height from all residential district boundaries. | — | § 370-445E |
| Directional Sign (I-1/I-2) | 4 ft | 4 sq ft | — | 5 ft from property line unless on building | — | As approved by Village, must be set back at least 5 ft from any property line unless placed on building. | — | § 370-445F |
| Billboard | — | 400 sq ft (as viewed from single location) | — | 100 ft from right-of-way, 50 ft from interior boundary lines, 500 ft from residence | Max 1 per 1,500 ft on same side of highway | Near highways in I-1/I-2 | — | § 370-445G |
| Tenant Locator Sign | 5 ft | 40 sq ft | — | 10 ft from right-of-way | 1 per development | At least 10 ft from right-of-way | — | § 370-445I |

## Prohibited signs in Cassopolis

- All signs not expressly allowed under this article (unless exempted from regulation under this article) are prohibited in the Village.
- Portable signs, except as allowed by this article.
- Any sign, including window signs, which have flashing, moving, oscillating or blinking lights (excluding time and temperature and digital signs permitted, provided their message does not change more frequently than once every 12 seconds).
- Roof signs.
- Signs mounted on vehicles which are not in active use by the business or activity advertised, whether located on-premises or off-premises.
- Nonaccessory signs.
- Signs shall not be placed in, upon or over any public right-of-way, alley or place, except as otherwise permitted by County Road Commission or State Department of Transportation.
- Any sign installed or placed in the public right-of-way or otherwise on public property, except in compliance with this article, shall be forfeited to the public and subject to confiscation and may be immediately removed by the Village.
- A sign shall not be erected in any place where it may interfere with, obstruct the view of, or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal, device, or constitute a nuisance.
- A sign shall not contain any moving or animated parts, except for time and temperature signs and digital signs as regulated herein, and highway billboards as regulated by the state.
- All signs shall be constructed of permanent materials and permanently attached to the ground, a building, or another structure by direct attachment to a rigid wall, frame, or structure, unless otherwise allowed.
- A sign and its supporting mechanism shall not extend beyond any lot lines of the property on which it is located.
- All signs shall be properly maintained and not permitted to deteriorate through disrepair or as a result of the effects of weather.
- Signs located within 150 feet of a residential district may not be internally illuminated.
- A sign located within 100 feet of a residential district shall be limited to not more than 50% of the maximum allowable sign area permitted in the district.
- It is a violation to install, create, erect, or maintain any sign that is inconsistent with any plan or permit governing the sign or the lot on which the sign is located.
- It is a violation to install, create, erect, or maintain any sign requiring a permit without a permit.
- It is a violation to fail to remove any sign that is installed, created, erected, or maintained in violation of this article.
- It is a violation to continue any violation of this article.

## Signs exempt from permit in Cassopolis

- Governmental signs.
- Temporary memorial signs.
- Signs for essential services.
- Community service signs.
- Nameplate signs of 216 square inches or less when located on a gate or entrance or wall of a principal residence.
- Political signs supporting or opposing a political candidate, party or ballot issue.
- Home occupation signs, limited to four square feet flat mounted to building.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- An application for construction, creation, or installation of a new sign or for alteration of an existing sign shall be accompanied by detailed drawings and accompanying narrative statements describing dimensions, design, structure, setback, and location of each sign.
- A single application and permit may include multiple signs on the same lot.
- No sign requiring a permit shall be erected, used, constructed or altered until a permit has first been obtained under this section.
- For planned unit developments, the Planning Commission may recommend to the Village Council, and the Council may, in its discretion, modify sign requirements where extenuating or extraordinary circumstances create practical difficulties.
- For special use requests, the Planning Commission may, in its discretion, modify sign requirements; such applications and modifications must meet specific criteria.
- It is a violation to install, create, erect or maintain any sign that is inconsistent with any plan or permit governing the sign or the lot on which the sign is located.

## 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 7 zoning districts in Cassopolis — every sign type, every field — are available with a free PermitPal account: https://app.permitpal.io/?address=Cassopolis+MI&override=true&utm_source=landing&utm_medium=city-page&utm_campaign=city-cassopolis

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