Sign Regulations in Wesley Hills, New York
Wesley Hills, New York has specific sign regulations covering 20 sign types across 4 zoning districts. Regulated sign types include Name and Address Sign, Temporary For Sale or For Rent Sign, Temporary Sold Sign. Height restrictions apply. Permits are required for most commercial signs. Use PermitPal to get instant access to the complete regulations.
Data last verified: April 28, 2025
Sign Regulation Overview for Wesley Hills, New York
Sample Sign Requirements in Wesley Hills
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Setback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name and Address Sign | — | 1 square foot | 15 feet to side lot line |
| Temporary For Sale or For Rent Sign | — | Less than 15 square feet | — |
| Temporary Sold Sign | — | Less than 15 square feet | — |
* Sample data shown. Actual requirements may vary by zone. Use PermitPal for complete, location-specific regulations.
Sign Types Covered
20
- Name and Address Sign
- Temporary For Sale or For Rent Sign
- Temporary Sold Sign
- Temporary Construction Sign
- +2 more types
Zoning Districts
4
Different zoning districts with specific sign regulations
Data Includes
- Permit requirements
- Height restrictions
- Illumination rules
Official Resources for Wesley Hills
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sign height limits in Wesley Hills vary by zone and sign type. Wall signs typically range from 25-40 feet, while monument signs are usually limited to 6-10 feet. Use PermitPal to get exact requirements for your property.
To get a sign permit in Wesley Hills, submit an application to the local building or planning department with sign dimensions, location, and design specifications. Our data confirms permits are required for most commercial signs. Processing typically takes 1-4 weeks. PermitPal helps you identify specific requirements and prepare complete applications.
In Wesley Hills, regulated sign types include Name and Address Sign, Temporary For Sale or For Rent Sign, Temporary Sold Sign, Temporary Construction Sign, and 2 more types. Most commercial signs require permits. Temporary signs and certain small signs may be exempt. Use PermitPal for specific exemptions.
Sign setback requirements in Wesley Hills vary by zone and sign type, typically ranging from 5-15 feet from property lines. Use PermitPal for specific setback requirements at your location.
Digital and LED signs in Wesley Hills are regulated with specific requirements for brightness, animation, and message duration. Wesley Hills has documented illumination rules in our database. Use PermitPal to see the exact requirements for electronic message centers.
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Wesley Hills, New York Sign Rules at a Glance
Wesley Hills, New York regulates 20 sign types across 4 zoning districts. Flat Wall Signs in the Nonresidential Districts, NS District zoning district are capped at Not higher than wall of building tall, 1 sq ft per linear foot of facade; see formula., and Length not to exceed 7/8 of the facade of the establishment wide (Sec. § 230-57, § 230-58.A, § 230-59, § 230-64). Most commercial signs in Wesley Hills require a permit.
Detailed Sign Ordinance Requirements for Wesley Hills, New York
Sign Rules by Zoning District in Wesley Hills (4 zones)
| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-50 District, R-35 District | 1 | — | 1 square foot | — |
| Residential Districts | 3 | — | Less than 15 square feet | — |
| Nonresidential Districts, NS District | 7 | 25 feet measured from grade to highest point | Max 100 sq ft per side, based on lot frontage formula. | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 9 | — | 15 square feet | — |
Zone-by-Zone Sign Requirements in Wesley Hills(sample of 3 of 4 zones)
Residential Districts
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Premium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account) | Ordinance Citation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary For Sale or For Rent Sign | — | Less than 15 square feet | — | — | 1 per lot | On the specific lot to which it relates | — | Unlock | § 230-56.E |
| Temporary Sold Sign | — | Less than 15 square feet | — | — | 1 per lot | On the specific lot to which it relates | — | Unlock | § 230-56.F |
| Temporary Construction Sign | — | 12 square feet | — | — | 1 per lot | On the specific lot to which it relates | — | Unlock | § 230-56.G |
Nonresidential Districts, NS District
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Premium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account) | Ordinance Citation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat Wall Sign | Not higher than wall of building | 1 sq ft per linear foot of facade; see formula. | Length not to exceed 7/8 of the facade of the establishment | — | — | Anywhere on any wall of a building | — | Unlock | § 230-57, § 230-58.A, § 230-59, § 230-64 |
| Window Sign - Illuminated | — | Not to exceed 20% of total glass area of all windows in the store. | — | — | 1 per store | Within or affixed to any window | — | Unlock | § 230-58.B(1), § 230-59, § 230-64 |
| Window Sign - Nonilluminated | — | Each not to exceed 20% of the glass area of the window in which it is located. | — | — | Up to 3 per store | Within or affixed to any window | — | Unlock | § 230-58.B(2) |
| Shopping Center Identification Sign | 25 feet measured from grade to highest point | Max 100 sq ft per side, based on lot frontage formula. | — | — | 1 per entrance; signs at least 450 feet apart | At each entrance from street to the shopping center, min distance of 450 ft between two such signs | — | Unlock | § 230-58.C |
| Door Sign | — | 20% of glass area of the door | — | — | — | Displayed, affixed, or painted within any door | — | Unlock | § 230-58.D |
| Grand Opening Sign | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Unlock | § 230-58.E |
| Freestanding Sign | — | Not exceeding 2 square feet | — | — | 1 per lot (in NS District) | On each lot in the NS District, in addition to shopping center identification signs | — | Unlock | § 230-58.F |
General Regulations For All Zones
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Premium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account) | Ordinance Citation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Governmental Signs | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Unlock | § 230-56.A |
| Flag | — | 15 square feet | — | — | — | — | — | Unlock | § 230-56.B |
| Temporary Civic, Political, Philanthropic, or Educational Signs | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Unlock | § 230-56.C |
| Temporary Event Sign - Open to the Public | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Unlock | § 230-56.J |
| Temporary Garage Sale Sign | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Unlock | § 230-56.K |
| "No Trespassing" Sign | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Unlock | § 230-56.L |
| Small Directional Sign | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Unlock | § 230-56.M |
| Window Sign - Not Visible Outside | — | — | — | — | — | Inside building, not visible outside | — | Unlock | § 230-56.H |
PermitPal covers all 4 zoning districts in Wesley Hills. Run a code check for your exact address to get the zone that applies to your property and its full sign requirements — illumination rules, size formulas, and permit requirements for every sign type — with a free account.
Run a code check for your exact address — freeProhibited Signs in Wesley Hills
- No sign shall be erected or installed, nor shall any existing sign be changed, unless all applicable provisions of this article have been met.
- Roof signs are prohibited.
- Flashing or intermittently illuminated signs, including those exhibiting changing light or color effects, are prohibited.
- The use of searchlights to attract attention to a sign or permitted use is prohibited.
- Moving or rotating signs are prohibited.
- Pennants, streamers or other eye-catching devices are prohibited, except for grand opening signs as permitted.
- Signs on awnings are prohibited.
- Portable signs, with or without wheels, easel-type, A-frame or other, and any sign not permanently affixed to a building are prohibited.
- Projecting signs (signs hung from a bracket attached to a wall) are prohibited.
- Freestanding signs are prohibited except for shopping center identification signs, other freestanding signs in the NS District as permitted, signs in connection with arborist services, landscape services, and/or wholesale nursery uses as permitted, and signs exempted from regulation by § 230-56.
Exempt Signs in Wesley Hills
- Signs of or required by duly constituted governmental bodies and their agencies.
- Flags of the national, state, county or town government not exceeding 15 square feet in area.
- Temporary signs pertaining to and displayed during campaigns, drives, or events of civic, political, philanthropic or educational institutions (displayed not more than 45 days before and removed three days after the event).
- In the R-50 and R-35 Districts: one nonilluminated name and address sign (up to one square foot in area), with limitations on content and placement.
- One temporary, nonilluminated 'For Sale' or 'For Rent' sign per lot, meeting area and time restrictions.
- One temporary 'Sold' sign per lot, meeting area and time restrictions.
- A single temporary, nonilluminated construction sign identifying a licensed residential services provider, up to 12 square feet, limited to the duration of the work and two weeks after completion.
- Signs not visible outside of a building.
- Holiday decorations and specialty signs used to promote seasonal events, displayed in season for not more than 25 days.
- Temporary signs advertising an event open to the public, provided such signs are removed the day after the event.
- Temporary signs for garage sales, provided they have the seller's name/address/date, are displayed only two days prior, and removed the day after the sale.
- 'No Trespassing' signs.
- Small, nonilluminated directional signs necessary for the direction, safety and convenience of the public.
Sign Plan & Submission Notes for Wesley Hills
- No explicit requirement for a master sign plan or sign plan found in this ordinance text.
- Sign permits are required for flat wall signs and illuminated window signs.
- No sign permit shall be issued unless all applicable provisions of the article have been satisfied; application is made to the Building Inspector.
Source: ecode360 municipal code