# Sign Regulations in Angel Fire, New Mexico

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Angel Fire, New Mexico (NM)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/new-mexico/angel-fire
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-19

## At a glance

Angel Fire, New Mexico regulates 34 sign types across 1 zoning district. Freestanding Sign (Single Business)s in the General Regulations For All Zones zoning district are capped at 12 ft from ground tall and 32 sq ft per side, with a 5 ft within property line setback (Sec. 9-8-4(A) and 9-8-6(E)-(G)). Most commercial signs in Angel Fire require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (1 zone)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 34 | 42 in | 100 sq ft | — |

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements

### General Regulations For All Zones

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Freestanding Sign (Single Business) | 12 ft from ground | 32 sq ft per side | — | 5 ft within property line | 1 per lot | Private property only, 5 ft setback within property lines | — | 9-8-4(A) and 9-8-6(E)-(G) |
| Freestanding Sign (Business Complex) | — | 75 sq ft (33% for building complex ID) | — | 5 ft within property line | 1 per complex, or 2 per complex on corner/double lot | Private property only | — | 9-8-4(A)(2)-(3) |
| Canopy Sign (Gas Station) | — | 10 sq ft per sign | — | — | 2 per canopy | On canopy | — | 9-8-4(A)(5) |
| Projecting Sign | 12 ft above ground or not higher than ridgeline/parapet wall (whichever is lower) | 16 sq ft per side | — | — | 1 per use | On building wall; not over vehicular traffic | — | 9-8-4(B) |
| Construction Site Sign | 5 ft | 16 sq ft per side | — | — | 1 per site | On construction site | — | 9-8-7(B)(9) |
| Monument Sign (Multi-family Complex Identification) | 4 ft | 32 sq ft | — | — | One per street front | At multi-family complex, one per street front | — | 9-8-7(B)(10)(c) |
| Sandwich Board Sign | 42 in | 28 in wide x 42 in high | 28 in | — | 1 per business | On business property, not in right-of-way | — | 9-8-7(B)(11)(a) |
| Feather Flag | 12 ft (post) | 2.5 ft x 8 ft banner | 2.5 ft | — | 1 per business | On business property, not in right-of-way | — | 9-8-7(B)(11)(b) |

## Prohibited signs in Angel Fire

- No signs of any type, including any seasonal signs, shall be allowed, constructed, erected, or maintained, except as specifically provided in this ordinance.
- Signs are not allowed in rights-of-way or on public property without Council approval (except for certain exceptions in section 9-8-13).
- No sign shall be erected, located, or maintained that limits free and unfettered ingress to or egress from any door, window, or fire escape.
- No sign shall be attached to a standpipe or fire escape.
- No sign shall be erected at the intersection of any street in a manner which obstructs free and clear vision or confuses traffic or makes use of words or symbols that can mislead or confuse traffic.
- Display of any obscene, indecent or immoral matter on any sign or advertising structure is unlawful.
- Other than open/closed/vacancy signs inside of a building, no sign shall flash, blink, vary in intensity, revolve, or otherwise appear to be in motion.
- Flashing, blinking, running lights, and moving signs are prohibited, except time/temperature and electronic marquee signs.
- No neon type signs are allowed except vacancy/no vacancy and open/closed signs as per ordinance.
- No sign shall be erected, located or maintained on or over public property or rights-of-way without Council approval, upon recommendation of the commission.
- No commercial signs (excluding real estate signs) shall be attached to trees.
- No banner type signs or feather flags shall be placed on any vehicle.
- No signs incorporated on a frame with wheel axles or mounted on any type of trailer are permitted (removal of tires or axles does not change status).
- Signs shall not be painted directly on exterior walls or roofs of a building.
- No sign shall be placed above the parapet of the wall, above the eaves, or on any roof.
- No lettering on any sign shall exceed eighteen inches in height, except as otherwise permitted for business complex identification signs.
- All signs must be maintained in good repair and not faded, unsightly, mutilated, peeling or otherwise defaced.

## Signs exempt from permit in Angel Fire

- Signs required by Federal, State, or local authorities are exempt from sign permit requirements.
- Permits are not required for real estate signs, construction signs, residential signs, or security signs as identified in the regulations.
- Gasoline price signs do not require a sign permit, subject to size and content limitations.
- Garage sale and private event signs do not require permits, subject to time limit and removal requirements.
- Vacancy/no vacancy signs that do not exceed two (2) square feet in face area do not require a permit.
- Open/closed signs that do not exceed four (4) square feet in face area do not require a permit.
- On site direction signs that do not exceed two (2) square feet in face area and are limited to directional information only do not require a permit.
- Residential flags (pole may not exceed building height) and commercial flags (pole may not exceed ten feet above the building, max two poles per lot) do not require a permit.
- One nonilluminated real estate sign for sale/rent per property not exceeding three square feet (residential) or 5.5 square feet (commercial) does not require a permit; extra allowance for certain lots.
- Construction site signs (one per site, max. sixteen square feet per side, max five feet high, erected after building permit issued and removed before certificate of occupancy) are exempt from permit.
- Single-family residential identification signs up to four square feet and home watch security signs up to two square feet do not require a permit.
- Monument signs for multi-family residential complexes (one per street front, up to four feet high and 32 square feet in sign area) do not require a permit.
- One sandwich board and one feather flag per business, meeting size and placement restrictions, do not require a permit.
- Awning signs with lettering not exceeding six inches in height do not require a permit.
- Political and not-for-profit event banners require a permit and property owner permission but are exempt from permit fees.
- 5013C yard signs for events require a permit and owner permission but are exempt from permit fees.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- A sign permit is required for any sign except where specifically exempted; application must include plans and specifications.
- A sign permit application must be filed and reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Office (the Coordinator).
- LED signs require a conditional use permit and written certification from the sign manufacturer about brightness/intensity.
- Sign variances may be considered by the Village Council based on Commission and Coordinator recommendation; strict compliance hardship or inequity must be demonstrated.
- If a sign is to be larger than typical residential identification size, approval from the Planning and Zoning Commission is required.

## Full detail

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