# Sign Regulations in Atlantic Beach, New York

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Atlantic Beach, New York (NY)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/new-york/atlantic-beach
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-28
- **Source:** [ecode360 municipal code](https://ecode360.com/7202900#7202900)

## At a glance

Atlantic Beach, New York regulates 13 sign types across 1 zoning district. Gas Filling Station/Garage Signs in the General Regulations For All Zones zoning district are capped at 12 feet tall and 12 square feet, with a Not less than 5 feet from any property line setback (Sec. §185-4. [A][3], [B][3], §185-5). Most commercial signs in Atlantic Beach 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 | 13 | 12 feet | 24 inches by 12 inches (2 square feet) | — |

## 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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Professional Sign | — | 2 square feet | — | 10 feet from any property line | — | Not less than 10 feet from any property line | — | §185-3. Permitted signs. [A], [B], [C] |
| "For Sale" or "For Rent" Sign | — | 4 square feet | — | 10 feet from any property line | — | Not less than 10 feet from any property line | — | §185-3. Permitted signs. [A], [B], [D] |
| Detached or Ground Sign | 3 feet | 12 square feet | — | — | 1 per premises | Detached from any building or structure on premises | — | §185-4. [A][1], [B][1], §185-5 |
| Wall Sign | — | 16 square feet | — | — | 1 per wall on a public street | Each building wall on a public street, attached or incorporated | — | §185-4. [A][2], [B][2], §185-4B(6)(e), §185-5, §185-6A |
| Gas Filling Station/Garage Sign | 12 feet | 12 square feet | — | Not less than 5 feet from any property line | 1 per premises | On-premises, attached to a single pole or post | — | §185-4. [A][3], [B][3], §185-5 |
| Directional and Development Sign (Advertising within Village) | — | 12 square feet | — | Not less than 10 feet from any property line | — | On-premises, for property within Village of Atlantic Beach | — | §185-4. [A][4], [B][4](a)-(c) |
| Window Sign | — | 1/4 of window area | — | No setback required | — | Affixed to interior or exterior surface of a display window | — | §185-4. [A][5], [B][5] |
| Garage Sale Sign | — | 24 inches by 12 inches (2 square feet) | 24 inches | — | Max 4 per sale; 1 required on premises | One on-premises, up to 3 off-premises (presumed) | — | §120-6. Signs. |

## Prohibited signs in Atlantic Beach

- No billboards, sandwich signs, flashing signs, rotating signs, neon signs, movable signs, illuminating signs, spot light signs or other sign devices shall be erected, constructed or used on any public highway, street, private road, public or private lot or house, store or building, whether permanent or temporary, except as provided in this chapter or as authorized by the Village Board of Trustees.
- No rooftop signs shall be erected or maintained on commercial establishments.
- No drop awning signs shall be erected or maintained on commercial establishments.
- Signs shall not be attached to fences, trees, utility poles or similar sign-supported devices, or to vacant or unoccupied structures.
- Signs shall not be located so as to obstruct the vision of pedestrians or vehicle operators or create a hazard or disturbance to the health and welfare of the general public.
- No illuminated sign shall be erected, constructed, situated or maintained as shall interfere with the health, safety or welfare of any property owner or resident and shall not be illuminated, moving, rotating or flashing beyond the hour of 11:00 p.m.
- All swinging signs attached to a building are prohibited.
- No sign shall be erected or maintained on any corner lot at intersecting streets which may interfere with traffic visibility across the corner.
- No sign or any portion thereof shall project out over or into a sidewalk or parking area.
- Signs shall not be painted on the exterior wall surface on any building or structure.
- No signs and/or awnings shall be placed so as to obstruct or interfere with a required doorway or other required means of egress.
- No billboard shall advertise commercial messages other than the use and operation of the on-site premises permitted in the Village.
- No person shall park a vehicle upon any highway, street or private property for the purpose of displaying such vehicle for sale or rent.

## Signs exempt from permit in Atlantic Beach

- Professional signs (such as doctor, dentist, lawyer, architect, accountant) and 'for sale' or 'for rent' signs are permitted without a permit, subject to size and placement regulations.
- Reward signs posted at ramps, entrances, and beach houses relating to graffiti convictions.
- Temporary/portable valet parking signs approved by the Police Commissioner, provided they are not placed in the public right-of-way, are only displayed during operation hours, and are removed at the end of each day.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- There is no explicit mention of a required master sign plan or sign plan in the provided ordinance text.
- Permits are required for most permanent signs (detached, ground, wall, gas station, garage, development, directional, window, awning, and canopy signs), to be issued by the Village Clerk by direction of the Board of Trustees.
- Special exceptions (variances) for signs may be granted by the Board of Zoning Appeals after considering the character of the district, the existence and nature of other signs, whether the sign is essential to the primary use, and impacts on light, air, property values, or public welfare.

## Full detail

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