# Sign Regulations in Pelham Manor, New York

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Pelham Manor, New York (NY)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/new-york/pelham-manor
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-28
- **Source:** [ecode360 municipal code](https://ecode360.com/5121286#5121286)

## At a glance

Pelham Manor, New York regulates 23 sign types across 5 zoning districts. Freestanding Pole Signs in the Business District, Industrial District zoning district are capped at 15 ft tall and 38 sq ft, with a Behind street line setback (Sec. §173-24(B)). Most commercial signs in Pelham Manor require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (5 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 2 | — | One sign per street frontage per establishment, unless Board of Appeals grants variance | — |
| Residential District | 10 | — | 20 sq ft | — |
| Multifamily District | 2 | 10 ft (if attached to post) | 4 sq ft | — |
| Retail District | 6 | 24 inches (if horizontal), unlimited if under parapet/cornice/roofline | 4 sq ft | — |
| Business District, Industrial District | 3 | 15 ft | 38 sq ft | — |

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements (sample of 3 of 5 zones)

### Residential District

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Real Estate Sign | — | 2 sq ft | — | — | One per premises | Affixed to building for premises being sold/leased | — | §173-14(A), §173-21 |
| Professional Office Identification Sign | — | 1 sq ft | — | — | One per office | On building where office is located | — | §173-14(B), §173-21 |
| Church Bulletin Board or Sign | — | 20 sq ft | — | — | One per church use | In connection with a church use | — | §173-14(C), §173-21 |
| Construction Sign | — | 10 sq ft | — | — | One per project | On site under construction | — | §173-14(D), §173-21 |
| Residence Identification Sign | — | 1 sq ft | — | — | One per residence | — | — | §173-14(F), §173-21 |
| Service Station Signs | — | 6 sq ft each | — | — | Two per service station | At automobile service station | — | §173-14(G), §173-21 |
| Small Decal/Sticker Signs | — | 18 square inches each; max 8 stickers | — | — | 8 per premises | Affixed to premises | — | §173-14(I), §173-21 |
| Temporary Store Window Paper Sign | — | 6 sq ft per sign; aggregate not more than 25% of window area | — | — | — | Store window | — | §173-14(J), §173-21 |

### Retail District

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| All Signs Allowed in Multifamily District | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | §173-23(A) |
| Wall Sign | 24 inches (if horizontal), unlimited if under parapet/cornice/roofline | — | 2/3 of frontage | — | One per establishment | Attached to face of building | — | §173-23(B) |
| Show Window or Entrance Sign | — | Max coverage 1/2 glass area | — | — | One | On a show window or entrance | — | §173-23(C) |
| Painted or Cut-Out Letter Facade Sign | 24 inches | — | — | — | One | Painted on facade or cut-out letters | — | §173-23(D) |
| Luminous Tube (Window Letters) | 6 inches (per letter) | — | — | — | One | Hung inside a show window | — | §173-23(E) |
| Freestanding Post Sign | 10 ft (post) | 4 sq ft | — | — | One | Attached to post not over 10 ft high | — | §173-23(F) |

### Business District, Industrial District

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| All Signs Allowed in Retail District | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | §173-24(A) |
| Freestanding Pole Sign | 15 ft | 38 sq ft | — | Behind street line | One per street frontage | Erected on a pole behind the street line, one per street | — | §173-24(B) |
| Gasoline Service Station Building Sign | — | — | — | — | — | Attached to or painted on the face of gasoline service station | — | §173-24(C) |

## Prohibited signs in Pelham Manor

- It is unlawful to maintain or use a structure, sign, advertising device, illuminating fixture or part thereof, that has been erected or altered in violation of the provisions of this chapter.
- It is unlawful for any person to erect, repair, alter or relocate any sign, other advertising structure or lighting device without first obtaining a written permit from the Building Inspector.
- No signs shall be erected, relocated or maintained so as to prevent free ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire escape.
- No sign of any kind shall be attached to a stand pipe or fire escape.
- No sign or other advertising structure shall be erected at the intersection of any streets in such a manner as to obstruct free and clear vision or at any location where it may interfere with, obstruct the view of or be confused with any authorized traffic sign or device, or which makes use of the words 'Stop,' 'Look,' 'Drive-In,' 'Danger' or any other word, phrase, symbol or character in such manner as to interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic.
- Under no circumstances shall any signs, including those exempted in § 173-14, be placed or located on, in, or directly over a public right-of-way.
- All display signs must be structurally safe, securely anchored, and must not be a danger or menace to persons or property.
- Lighting devices maintained in or on a building or structure must not direct illumination beyond the lot lines or onto any public street, highway or sidewalk.
- Signs may not be constructed or operated employing any lights except lights emitting a white light of constant intensity; flashing or colored lights are prohibited.
- The owner of any sign must ensure it is painted at least once every two years, unless it is galvanized or otherwise treated to prevent rust, decay or discoloration.
- Any sign that no longer advertises a bona fide business or product must be removed within 10 days after notification from the Building Inspector.
- No sign shall be erected in the Residential District except as permitted by § 173-14.

## Signs exempt from permit in Pelham Manor

- One sign not exceeding two square feet in area advertising the sale or lease of only the premises on which it is maintained, directly affixed to the principal building.
- One sign not exceeding one square foot in area identifying a permitted professional office, attached to the building in which such use is located.
- One sign or bulletin board not exceeding 20 square feet in area in connection with a church use.
- One sign denoting the architect, engineer or contractor when placed upon work actually under construction, not exceeding 10 square feet in area.
- Traffic or other municipal signs, legal notices, danger, and such temporary, emergency or nonadvertising signs as may be approved by the Village Board of Trustees or duly authorized officials.
- One sign not exceeding one square foot in area identifying a residence.
- Two signs each not exceeding six square feet in area for each automobile service station, relating directly to the sale of fuel, tires or other products or services for vehicles.
- Signs required to be maintained on the premises by law, ordinance, governmental order or regulation.
- Decals and similar signs not exceeding eight in number, each not exceeding 18 square inches in area, indicating a charge card, trade/business association, or protective security service.
- Temporary paper signs attached to store windows for not more than seven days, not exceeding six square feet each, total not covering more than 25% of store window area, and not illuminated.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- There is no explicit mention of a 'master sign plan', 'sign plan', or required plan submission for multiple or complex projects; however, for any sign, permit applications must be made in writing to the Building Inspector and must include detailed information and drawings (§ 173-6).
- Variance from the standard sign regulations (e.g., more than one sign, different size/location) requires application to and a public hearing before the Board of Appeals (§ 173-25).
- The Building Inspector may require additional information as part of the permit application to confirm compliance with all laws and ordinances (§ 173-6G).

## Full detail

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