Sign Regulations in Mayfield Village, Ohio
Mayfield Village, Ohio has specific sign regulations covering 15 sign types across 4 zoning districts. Regulated sign types include Integral Sign, Ground Sign, Nameplate. Height restrictions apply. Permits are required for most commercial signs. Use PermitPal to get instant access to the complete regulations.
Data last verified: April 11, 2025
Sign Regulation Overview for Mayfield Village, Ohio
Sample Sign Requirements in Mayfield Village
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Setback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Address Sign | 5 feet | 2 square feet | — |
| Bandit Sign | 3 feet | 6 square feet | Not less than 10 feet from the edge of the roadway surface |
| Snipe Sign | — | 3 square feet | — |
* Sample data shown. Actual requirements may vary by zone. Use PermitPal for complete, location-specific regulations.
Sign Types Covered
15
- Integral Sign
- Ground Sign
- Nameplate
- Identification Sign
- +2 more types
Zoning Districts
4
Different zoning districts with specific sign regulations
Data Includes
- Permit requirements
- Height restrictions
- Illumination rules
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sign height limits in Mayfield Village 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 Mayfield Village, 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 Mayfield Village, regulated sign types include Integral Sign, Ground Sign, Nameplate, Identification 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 Mayfield Village 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 Mayfield Village are regulated with specific requirements for brightness, animation, and message duration. Mayfield Village has documented illumination rules in our database. Use PermitPal to see the exact requirements for electronic message centers.
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Mayfield Village, Ohio Sign Rules at a Glance
Mayfield Village, Ohio regulates 15 sign types across 4 zoning districts. Bandit Signs in the General Regulations For All Zones zoning district are capped at 3 feet tall and 6 square feet, with a Not less than 10 feet from the edge of the roadway surface setback (Sec. 1185.09(d)). Most commercial signs in Mayfield Village require a permit.
Detailed Sign Ordinance Requirements for Mayfield Village, Ohio
Sign Rules by Zoning District in Mayfield Village (4 zones)
| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Regulations For All Zones | 5 | 5 feet | 6 square feet | — |
| Residential one and two family districts, Planned Residential Development Districts | 2 | — | 2 square feet | — |
| Apartment House Districts, Restricted Multi-Story Apartment House Districts | 4 | 5 feet | 32 square feet | — |
| Local Business District, Small Office Building District, Motorist Service District, Office Laboratory District, Production Distribution Districts | 9 | 6 feet | 120 square feet | — |
Zone-by-Zone Sign Requirements in Mayfield Village(sample of 3 of 4 zones)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Address Sign | 5 feet | 2 square feet | — | — | Two per dwelling | At least 6 feet from the nearest property line | — | Unlock | 1185.09(c) |
| Bandit Sign | 3 feet | 6 square feet | — | Not less than 10 feet from the edge of the roadway surface | One per dwelling or lot | Within the width of the residential dwelling | — | Unlock | 1185.09(d) |
| Snipe Sign | — | 3 square feet | — | — | One per dwelling or lot | At the corner of the street on which the lot is located | — | Unlock | 1185.09(e) |
| Ground Sign | — | 1 square foot | — | — | One | — | — | Unlock | 1185.09(f) |
| Window Sign | — | 1 square foot | — | — | One | — | — | Unlock | 1185.09(f) |
Apartment House Districts, Restricted Multi-Story Apartment House 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Directional Sign | 4 feet | 4 square feet | — | Not less than two feet from any lot line | Two | At any entrance/exit to a building or lot | — | Unlock | 1185.10(a) |
| Identification Sign | 4 feet | 32 square feet | — | — | One per complex | Not less than thirty feet from the right-of-way | — | Unlock | 1185.10(b) |
| Integral Sign | — | 2 square feet | — | — | One | — | — | Unlock | 1185.10(c) |
| Street Number Sign | 5 feet | 2 square feet | — | — | Two per building | Not less than ten feet from the nearest property line | — | Unlock | 1185.10(d) |
Local Business District, Small Office Building District, Motorist Service District, Office Laboratory District, Production Distribution 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canopy Sign | 1 foot | 5 square feet | 6 feet | — | One per canopy | Attached to the soffit or fascia of a canopy | — | Unlock | 1185.11(a)(1) |
| Directory Sign | 6 feet | 32 square feet | — | — | One | Not less than thirty feet from the right-of-way | — | Unlock | 1185.11(a)(2) |
| Ground Sign | 6 feet | 100 square feet | — | — | One | Perpendicular to the street | — | Unlock | 1185.11(a)(3) |
| Identification Sign | 6 feet | 32 square feet | — | — | One | No closer than feet from the right-of-way | — | Unlock | 1185.11(a)(4) |
| Integral Sign | — | 2 square feet | — | — | One | — | — | Unlock | 1185.11(a)(5) |
| Temporary Sign | — | 120 square feet | — | — | One per business or property unit | Affixed to the building and in a location parallel to I-271 | — | Unlock | 1185.11(a)(7) |
| A-Frame Sign | 3 feet | — | 2 feet | — | One per business | No more than five feet from the front of the building | — | Unlock | 1185.11(a)(8) |
| Banner | — | 20 square feet | — | — | One per display event | Attached to the front of the building | — | Unlock | 1185.11(a)(9) |
PermitPal covers all 4 zoning districts in Mayfield Village. 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 Mayfield Village
- Signs are prohibited in all districts unless constructed in compliance with the codified ordinances of Mayfield Village and any other applicable regulations, or a variance granted pursuant to Chapter 1185.
- Any sign requiring a permit in accordance with this Chapter and not having said permit shall be prohibited.
- Unattended signs on public property, including but not limited to Village parks and rights-of-way, shall be considered abandoned signs.
- Abandoned Signs
- Signs which bear or contain statements, words or pictures of an obscene, pornographic or immoral character, or which contain advertising matter which is deceptive or untruthful
- Flashing signs
- Signs which are placed on utility poles, trees, fences, yard structures or other signs
- Attraction devices
- Signs which are placed on or over a municipal, county or state right-of-way except as may otherwise be provided in this chapter
- Murals
- Pole signs
- Animated Signs
- Billboard
- Blade Sign
- Gas Inflatable Sign for advertising or other commercial purpose
- Roof Sign
Exempt Signs in Mayfield Village
- Signs erected and maintained by the Federal government or the State of Ohio pursuant to law.
- Any sign required to be posted by the Federal government, the State of Ohio, or a court of competent jurisdiction.
- Signs erected and maintained by this Municipality.
- Signs required to be posted by this Municipality.
- Address Signs subject to size and location restrictions contained in this chapter.
Sign Plan & Submission Notes for Mayfield Village
- A variance from the strict application of the provisions of this chapter may be granted by the Board of Appeals.
- Signs shall be reviewed with respect to each of the provisions of this section and shall require approval by the Architectural Review Board, except for those signs permitted under Section 1185.09.
- Applications for permits to erect, place, paint, illuminate, alter or effectuate a change in a sign shall be submitted on forms furnished by the Municipality and shall be made either separately or included with an application for a building permit.
- All signs and drawings, required by subsection (b) hereof, unless otherwise specifically accepted by this section, shall be referred by the Building Commissioner to the Architectural Review Board for approval.
Source: amlegal municipal code