# Sign Regulations in North Baltimore, Ohio

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

- **Jurisdiction:** North Baltimore, Ohio (OH)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/ohio/north-baltimore
- **Data last verified:** 2025-05-08
- **Source:** [municode municipal code](https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/northbaltimore/latest/northbaltimore_oh/0-0-0-9227)

## At a glance

North Baltimore, Ohio regulates 33 sign types across 7 zoning districts. Ground Sign (Multi-family Dwelling)s in the Residential District (R-1, R-2, R-3, RMH), R-1: Low Density Residential District, R-2: Medium Density Residential District, R-3: Multiple Residence District, RMH: Manufactured Home Park District zoning district are capped at 6 ft above grade (top of sign) tall and 32 sq ft, with a At least 1/2 of required front yard setback (Sec. 1133.05(a)(3)). Most commercial signs in North Baltimore require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (7 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Residential District (R-1, R-2, R-3, RMH), R-1: Low Density Residential District, R-2: Medium Density Residential District, R-3: Multiple Residence District, RMH: Manufactured Home Park District | 5 | 6 ft above grade (top of sign) | 32 sq ft | — |
| Business District (B-1, B-2, B-3), B-1: Neighborhood Business District, B-2: General Business District, B-3: Central Business District | 19 | 35 ft | 300 sq ft(B-1), 600 sq ft(B-2/B-3) per face | — |
| Industrial District (M-1, M-2), M-1: Restricted Industrial District, M-2: General Industrial District | 5 | 35 ft | 600 sq ft per face | — |
| S-1: Special District | 1 | — | — | — |
| PUD: Planned Unit Development | 1 | — | — | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 3 | — | Varies by type: Contractor sign 32 sq ft, election/civic 10 sq ft, yard sale 6 sq ft, real estate 12 sq ft | — |

_1 additional zoning district is covered in PermitPal (free account)._

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements (sample of 3 of 7 zones)

### Residential District (R-1, R-2, R-3, RMH), R-1: Low Density Residential District, R-2: Medium Density Residential District, R-3: Multiple Residence District, RMH: Manufactured Home Park District

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Residential Identification Sign | — | 2 sq ft | — | — | — | Affixed to principal or accessory building | — | 1133.03(b)(2), 1133.05(a)(1) |
| Wall Sign (Home Occupation) | — | 4 sq ft | — | — | 1 | Principal or accessory building | — | 1143.02(g), 1133.05(a)(2) |
| Ground Sign (Multi-family Dwelling) | 6 ft above grade (top of sign) | 32 sq ft | — | At least 1/2 of required front yard | 1 | Set back at least one-half of required front yard depth | — | 1133.05(a)(3) |
| Ground Sign (Nonresidential Use) | 6 ft above grade (top of sign) | 32 sq ft | — | At least 1/2 of required front yard | 1 | Set back at least one-half of required front yard depth | — | 1133.05(a)(4) |
| Portable Sign (Nonprofit activities only) | — | 24 sq ft | — | — | — | Residential district for nonresidential uses only | — | 1133.04(f)(2) |

### Business District (B-1, B-2, B-3), B-1: Neighborhood Business District, B-2: General Business District, B-3: Central Business District

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Free-standing Sign (B-1) | At least 9 ft above finished grade (bottom to base) | 60 sq ft | — | — | — | Not closer than street right-of-way. See general requirement 1133.04(a). | — | 1133.05(b)(1), 1133.04(h)(4) |
| Projecting Sign (B-1) | At least 9 ft above finished grade | 60 sq ft | — | — | — | Building facade, no closer than ROW (see 1133.04(b)) | — | 1133.05(b)(2) |
| Ground Sign (B-1) | 6 ft above grade (top of sign) | 32 sq ft | — | At least 1/2 of required front yard | 1 | Set back at least 1/2 the depth of required front yard | — | 1133.05(b)(5) |
| Free-standing Sign (B-2) | At least 9 ft above finished grade | 100 sq ft | — | — | — | Not closer than street right-of-way | — | 1133.05(c)(1), 1133.04(h)(4) |
| Ground Sign (B-2) | 6 ft above grade (top) | 32 sq ft | — | At least 1/2 required front yard | 1 | Set back at least 1/2 the depth of required front yard | — | 1133.05(c)(5) |
| Free-standing Sign (B-3) | At least 9 ft above finished grade | 60 sq ft | — | — | — | Not closer than street right-of-way | — | 1133.05(d)(1) |
| Projecting Sign (B-3) | At least 9 ft above finished grade, up to 6 ft above roof line. Can overhang up to 75% of distance between ROW and curb. | 60 sq ft | — | — | — | May project over ROW as above | — | 1133.05(d)(2) |
| Off-premises Free-standing Sign (B-1, B-2, B-3) | 35 ft | 300 sq ft(B-1), 600 sq ft(B-2/B-3) per face | — | See location_of_sign | 2 per location | Front yard; B-1: min 25 ft from ROW and 25 ft from adjacent residential, B-3: 5 ft from ROW and 25 ft from adjacent residential, B-2: min 10 ft from ROW, 30 ft from adjacent residential | — | 1133.06(a)-(f) |

### Industrial District (M-1, M-2), M-1: Restricted Industrial District, M-2: General Industrial District

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Free-standing Sign | At least 9 ft above finished grade | 200 sq ft | — | — | — | Not closer than street right-of-way | — | 1133.05(e)(1), 1133.04(h)(4) |
| Ground Sign | — | 100 sq ft | — | At least 1/2 of required front yard | 1 | Set back at least 1/2 of required front yard | — | 1133.05(e)(2) |
| Portable/Temporary Sign | — | 32 sq ft | — | — | — | On property, not in/over ROW/public property | — | 1133.05(e)(3), 1133.04(f) |
| Wall Sign | At least 8 ft above finished grade if projecting from building | 100 sq ft | — | — | — | On wall | — | 1133.05(e)(4) |
| Off-premises Free-standing Sign | 35 ft | 600 sq ft per face | — | 10 ft (front), 30 ft (adjacent to residential) | 2 per location | Min 10 ft front yard setback, 30 ft from adjacent residential district | — | 1133.06(d)-(e) |

## Prohibited signs in North Baltimore

- No sign shall be permitted which overhangs or is located on public property except as provided herein.
- The following signs are prohibited: signs with flashing or moving lights (except message center and time/temperature signs unless otherwise approved), any sign that constitutes a traffic hazard or is unsafe, signs greater than 300 square feet except for off-premises advertising signs, signs attached to or painted on any telephone or power pole, tree, hedge, or fence, off-premises signs in any residential district, roof signs in any residential district, unlawfully erected or installed signs, private signs located on public property except as provided, and signs advertising a business or product no longer existing or sold on the premises (must be removed within 90 days).
- No sign unlawfully erected or installed may be maintained.
- No sign advertising a business or product no longer existing or sold on the premises shall be maintained (must be removed within 90 days from date business or product no longer exists or is sold).
- Private signs are not permitted on public property, except as otherwise provided.
- Off-premises signs are prohibited in any residential district.
- Roof signs are prohibited in any residential district.
- Any sign which constitutes a hazard to safety or health by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, or abandonment must be removed by the property owner.
- All signs must be constructed of durable materials and kept in good repair.
- No part of any free-standing or projecting sign shall be located closer than the street right-of-way or public property, except as otherwise allowed.

## Signs exempt from permit in North Baltimore

- Signs erected and maintained by or pursuant to governmental function or required by law, ordinance, or governmental regulation are exempt from sign regulations.
- Nonilluminated, residential identification signs of not greater than two square feet are exempt.
- Directional signs not more than four square feet in area are exempt; no more than two signs are permitted at each entrance.
- Nonilluminated real estate signs (advertising sale, rental, or lease of property on which they are located), not over 12 square feet in area, are exempt; such signs may be located within the village right-of-way if necessary for visibility.
- One sign of a painter, roofer, or other contractor erected while contractor is performing work (nonilluminated, max 32 square feet, to be removed within five days after work completion) is exempt.
- Signs for private garage or yard sales, or similar private sales of a temporary nature, are exempt if under six square feet and removed after the activity is over.
- Signs associated with a campaign, election, or civic affair (no larger than ten square feet, must be removed within five days after the event) are exempt.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- Prior to erecting, moving, adding to, changing, or structurally altering any sign (unless otherwise exempted), approval must be obtained through the appropriate approval process (see section 1107.02).
- Approval is not required for exemptions listed in 1133.03(b).
- There is no mention of a master sign plan or variance meeting requirement in the general sign code; all non-exempt signs require approval prior to erection, modification, or alteration.
- District regulations reference that 'Signs, governed by chapter 1133.'

## 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 7 zoning districts in North Baltimore — every sign type, every field — are available with a free PermitPal account: https://app.permitpal.io/?address=North+Baltimore+OH&override=true&utm_source=landing&utm_medium=city-page&utm_campaign=city-north-baltimore

---

PermitPal — AI sign code research. Full HTML page: https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/ohio/north-baltimore