# Sign Regulations in Foxfire Village, North Carolina

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Foxfire Village, North Carolina (NC)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/north-carolina/foxfire-village
- **Data last verified:** 2025-05-08
- **Source:** [municode municipal code](https://library.municode.com/NC/Foxfire_Village/codes/Code_of_Ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH8FIPRPR_ARTIINGE_S8-2EXSIPUBU)

## At a glance

Foxfire Village, North Carolina regulates 23 sign types across 6 zoning districts. Freestanding Signs in the MUN zoning district are capped at 6 ft tall and 32 sq ft, with a Placed so as not to obstruct traffic sight lines; otherwise per zoning/district setbacks setback (Sec. Sec. 21-8-5, Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2). Most commercial signs in Foxfire Village require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (6 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| MUN | 6 | 6 ft if permitted; not specified if no permit | 32 sq ft | — |
| RS-20, RS-30, RS-40, RS-40 WS, RM | 6 | 6 ft if permitted | 32 sq ft | — |
| RA-5, RA-C, RF-200, EU, RE | 8 | 6 ft (if permitted) | 32 sq ft | — |
| VBD, Village business district (VBD) | 18 | 6 ft | 32 sq ft | — |
| RD | 6 | 6 ft (if permitted) | 32 sq ft | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 3 | 6 ft (if permitted) | 32 sq ft | — |

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements (sample of 3 of 6 zones)

### MUN

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Construction Sign | 6 ft if permitted; not specified if no permit | 4 sq ft if no permit; up to 32 sq ft if permitted | — | — | One per premises under construction | On premises under construction | — | Sec. 21-8-5, Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Freestanding Sign | 6 ft | 32 sq ft | — | Placed so as not to obstruct traffic sight lines; otherwise per zoning/district setbacks | — | Approved locations, not to obstruct traffic sight lines | — | Sec. 21-8-5, Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Yard Signs | — | 4 sq ft | — | — | Max 3 for sales/events | Private property; not in right-of-way or easement; must be freestanding; not affixed to trees, poles, fences | — | Sec. 21-8-5, Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1 |
| Political Sign | — | 4 sq ft if no permit (temporary); 32 sq ft if permitted | — | — | Not specified | On premises | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Real Estate Sign | — | 4 sq ft if no permit (temporary); 32 sq ft if permitted | — | — | 2 | On premises offered for sale or rent | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Window Signs | — | 4 sq ft if temporary or permanent without permit. Larger permitted with approval. | — | — | — | On or within windows of premises | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1 |

### RA-5, RA-C, RF-200, EU, RE

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Construction Sign | 6 ft (if permitted) | 4 sq ft (no permit); up to 32 sq ft (permit) | — | — | One | On premises under construction | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Freestanding Sign | 6 ft | 32 sq ft | — | — | — | Approved locations | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Political Sign | — | 4 sq ft (no permit) or up to 32 sq ft (permit) | — | — | — | On premises | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Real Estate Sign | — | 4 sq ft (no permit); up to 32 sq ft (permit) | — | — | 2 | On premises for sale/rent | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Estate or Farm Sign | 6 ft | 32 sq ft | — | — | — | On properties of 5 acres or more | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Residential Development Sign | 6 ft | 32 sq ft | — | — | — | Entry to residential subdivision/planned development | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Yard Signs | — | 4 sq ft | — | — | 3 | Private property | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1 |
| Window Signs | — | 4 sq ft (no permit required); larger with permit | — | — | — | On or in windows | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |

### VBD, Village business district (VBD)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Construction Sign | 6 ft (if permitted) | 4 sq ft if no permit; up to 32 sq ft if permitted | — | — | 1 | On premises under construction | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Directional Sign (On Premises) | 6 ft | 32 sq ft | — | — | — | On premises | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Directory Sign | 6 ft | 32 sq ft | — | — | — | On premises | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Freestanding Sign | 6 ft | 32 sq ft | — | — | — | Approved location; must not obstruct traffic sight lines | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Monument Sign | 6 ft | 32 sq ft | — | — | — | Entry to development or facility | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Real Estate Sign | — | 4 sq ft (no permit); 32 sq ft if permitted | — | — | 2 | On premises for sale or rent | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Residential Development Sign | 6 ft | 32 sq ft | — | — | — | Entry to residential subdivision/planned development | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2 |
| Wall Sign | 6 ft above ground | 32 sq ft | — | — | — | Building wall | — | Table 21-8.1; Sec. 21-8-5.2; Sec. 21-8-5.3(f) |

## Prohibited signs in Foxfire Village

- Prohibited signs are those that are found to have adverse effect on health, safety, or the aesthetic values of the village.
- All signs that fail to comply with the requirements of this section shall be removed.
- All signs requiring a permit that are erected without a permit shall be removed until a permit is obtained.
- Signs must be removed when in disrepair, torn or ripped, rusted, streaked or otherwise deteriorated, or pose health or safety risks.
- Air activated, balloon, marquee, and billboard signs are prohibited.
- Signs that obscure state or local traffic signs or other signs erected by a state or local governmental agency are prohibited.
- Signs that obscure the vision of drivers on state or local roadways or that use 'Stop' or 'Danger' or otherwise imply the need or requirement to slow, stop, or exercise caution, or for any reason could be confused with any sign displayed by state or local government are prohibited.
- Signs that obstruct any window, door, fire escape, stairway, ladder, or opening intended to provide light, air, or access to any building are prohibited.
- Signs that violate state or federal law are prohibited.
- Signs with flashing, intermittent or animated illumination are prohibited. However, electronically or electrically controlled signs where alphabetic or numerical messages change are not prohibited.
- Signs attached to trees, street posts, electrical or light poles, or fences, also known as snipe signs, are prohibited.
- Any sign erected or constructed wholly or in part on, over, or as part of any roof of a building is prohibited.
- Signs set in motion by wind, water, motor drive, or otherwise are prohibited.
- Signs, banners, streamers, or pennants that are consecutively strung together, but not including holiday decorations, are prohibited.
- Signs erected in or over a public road, right-of-way, or easement except for public information or regulatory signs are prohibited.
- Signs that constitute the sole and/or principal use of any lot, plot, parcel, or tract of land are prohibited.
- There shall be no signs advertising the occupation (for home occupations).

## Signs exempt from permit in Foxfire Village

- Government signs: Legal notices, identification, information, or directional signs erected or required by governmental bodies do not require a permit.
- A single construction sign located on the premises under construction does not require a permit.
- Yard, garage, estate sale, or party signs and off-premise directional signs announcing such events or giving directions to them, limited to three signs, do not require a permit.
- Political signs (those that advocate for political action) do not require a permit.
- For Sale or For Rent signs pertaining to residential or commercial realty on the premises offered for sale or rent, limited to two signs, do not require a permit.
- A single announcement sign of a profession or business, fixed flat against the building where such profession or business is conducted, does not require a permit.
- Signs bearing only property numbers, post office box numbers, names of occupants or premises, or other identification of premises not having commercial connotations do not require a permit.
- A single 'No solicitation' sign per section 4-27 of the Foxfire Village General Code does not require a permit.
- Temporary signs may be placed in approved locations during the pendency of an event with no definite time or date (e.g., 'for sale' signs, legal notices, construction signs during construction operations), or for a maximum of 35 days for events and functions with a definite time or date or temporary signs not associated with an event. All temporary signs must be removed within five days after the event or function.
- Permanent signs may or may not require a permit as indicated in Table 21-8.1.
- Temporary signs may or may not require a permit as indicated in Table 21-8.1.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- Each application for a sign permit shall include the graphics, dimensions, mounting method, and placement, and such other information as the zoning administrator deems necessary in order to determine compliance with the provisions of this section.
- No indication of a master sign plan requirement is specified in this section.
- Signs requiring a permit, and those in developments with complex placements or multiple signs, may require submission of detailed information to the zoning administrator as part of the permit process, but there is no explicit mention of a master sign plan or a variance meeting specific to signage.
- For solar generation facilities and other special uses, site plan requirements may include sign locations; however, this is not presented as a general sign plan requirement for all signs.

## 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 6 zoning districts in Foxfire Village — every sign type, every field — are available with a free PermitPal account: https://app.permitpal.io/?address=Foxfire+Village+NC&override=true&utm_source=landing&utm_medium=city-page&utm_campaign=city-foxfire-village

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