# Sign Regulations in Kingfisher, Oklahoma

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Kingfisher, Oklahoma (OK)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/oklahoma/kingfisher
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-20

## At a glance

Kingfisher, Oklahoma regulates 33 sign types across 6 zoning districts. A-frame Signs in the A zoning district are capped at 4 ft tall, 2 ft width x 4 ft height (max area: 8 sq ft), and 2 ft wide (Sec. 10-4-8(B), 10-4-11 Table). Most commercial signs in Kingfisher require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (6 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| A | 5 | 15 ft | 80 sq ft | — |
| R-1, R-1 ZL, R-2, R-3 | 4 | 15 ft | 12 sq ft (R-1, R-2); 8 sq ft (temporary); 12 sq ft (R-3, see clarification) | — |
| C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, C-5, C-6, I-1, I-2 | 16 | 35 ft | 25 sq ft | — |
| A-District | 3 | 15 ft | 80 sq ft | — |
| Residential District | 5 | 15 ft | 24 sq ft | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 12 | — | — | — |

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

### A

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| A-frame Sign | 4 ft | 2 ft width x 4 ft height (max area: 8 sq ft) | 2 ft | — | — | Allowed without permit; not to encroach on rights of way or obstruct traffic lines of sight. | — | 10-4-8(B), 10-4-11 Table |
| Directional Sign | — | — | — | — | — | On premises; for designated location/direction. | — | 10-4-8(G), 10-4-11 Table |
| Real Estate Sign | 15 ft | 80 sq ft | — | — | 1 per street frontage | On each street frontage of the parcel. | — | 11-6-4(C), 10-4-11 Table |
| Bulletin Board Sign | 15 ft | 12 sq ft | — | — | 1 per street frontage | On premises of use requiring announcement of activities. | — | 11-6-4(A), 10-4-11 Table |
| Identification Sign | 15 ft | 12 sq ft | — | — | 1 per street frontage | On premises. | — | 11-6-4(B), 10-4-11 Table |

### C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, C-5, C-6, I-1, I-2

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| A-frame Sign | 4 ft | 2 ft width x 4 ft height (max 8 sq ft) | 2 ft | — | — | Allowed on sidewalks in C-3, in commercial and industrial districts if not encroaching rights of way or obstructing traffic. | — | 10-4-8(B), 10-4-11 Table |
| Awning, Canopy or Marquee Sign | — | — | — | — | — | Mounted/painted/attached to awning, canopy, or marquee. | — | 10-4-8(A), 10-4-11 Table |
| Bulletin Board Sign | 15 ft | 25 sq ft | — | — | 1 per street frontage | On each street frontage of qualifying noncommercial institution. | — | 10-4-8(D), 10-4-11 Table |
| Ground and Pole Sign | 35 ft | — | — | — | — | Freestanding/ground location. | — | 10-4-8(H), 10-4-11 Table |
| Identification Sign | 10 ft | 20 sq ft, or 64 sq ft during construction (see additional requirements) | — | — | 2 per intersection per street frontage | On premises (multi-family, subdivisions, nonresidential). | — | 10-4-8(I), 10-4-11 Table |
| Illuminated Sign | — | — | — | 75 ft from residential if visible | — | No business illuminated sign allowed within 75 ft of a residential district if visible from such district. | — | 10-4-8(J), 10-4-11 Table |
| Portable Sign | 8 ft | 20 sq ft | — | — | — | Not in right of way, not blocking sight lines; anchored for wind loads. | — | 10-4-8(M), 10-4-11 Table |
| Real Estate Sign | — | 6 sq ft (general) | — | 3 ft from face of curb on ROW | — | At least 3 ft back from face of curb if on ROW. | — | 10-4-8(O), 10-4-11 Table |

### Residential District

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Official Public Notice Sign | — | — | — | — | — | On affected property. | — | 11-7-5(A) |
| Nameplate (Single/Two-family) | — | 2 sq ft | — | — | 1 per structure | On any single- or two-family structure. | — | 11-7-5(B) |
| Temporary Sign (Lease/Sale or Project) | — | 8 sq ft (lease/sale), 160 sq ft (project with conditional use permit) | — | — | 1 per subdivision/project | — | — | 11-7-5(C) |
| Bulletin Board Sign | 15 ft | 12 sq ft | — | — | 1 per street frontage | On each street frontage of an educational, religious, or institutional use. | — | 11-7-5(D) |
| Nameplate (R-3 Other Structures) | — | 24 sq ft | — | — | 1 per structure | On any structure other than single/two-family structure or accessory. | — | 11-7-5(E) |

## Prohibited signs in Kingfisher

- No sign or its structural components shall obstruct light, ventilation, or access as required by the international building code or any other code adopted by the city.
- No sign or leaflet shall be attached to a utility pole or tree.
- Abandoned signs are prohibited and shall be removed within thirty (30) days after notification by the building official.
- Outdoor off premises advertising signs (billboards) are prohibited, except by special provisions of this chapter.
- No business illuminated sign shall be located within seventy five feet (75') of a residential district if visible from such district.
- Obstruction of traffic lines of sight by any sign is prohibited.
- Signs are not allowed in the public right of way, nor may they overhang or block the right of way, except as specifically allowed.
- Flashing or animated lights on portable signs are prohibited.
- Portable signs may not be used more than ninety (90) days per year at any one business location.
- Temporary signs may not be used more than ninety (90) days per year at any one business location.
- Flashing lights or signs with flashing lights that would be in violation of the chapter are prohibited.
- If any part of this chapter is in conflict with another ordinance, the most restrictive provisions prevail.

## Signs exempt from permit in Kingfisher

- Community service signs are exempted from permit requirements.
- Flags and insignia of governmental or nonprofit organizations are exempted from permit requirements.
- Government signs are exempted from permit requirements.
- Holiday displays are exempted from permit requirements.
- Legal notices are exempted from permit requirements.
- Private property traffic control signs are exempted from permit requirements.
- Public service signs are exempted from permit requirements.
- Signs inside of buildings are exempted from permit requirements.
- Signs on operational vehicles, when not intended solely for advertising purposes, are exempted from permit requirements.
- Temporary political signs are exempted from permit requirements.
- Temporary real estate signs are exempted from permit requirements.
- Window signs are exempted from permit requirements.
- Where the letter 'A' appears in the sign table under the zoning district, the sign type is permitted without a permit.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- All new signs, including temporary and portable signs, unless explicitly exempted, require a permit which includes a scale drawing showing the type of sign, size, construction, and location on the building or property.
- Permit applications require a drawing or description of structural components required for securely fastening or anchoring the sign.
- An inspection and approval by the code enforcement official or designee is required before a permit may be issued.
- Abandoned, damaged, or nonconforming signs may require removal or compliance actions as determined by city officials.
- Hand painted or 'homemade' signs must be inspected and approved by the building inspector/code enforcement official prior to installation.
- A variance to the height, spacing, and setback requirements may be granted by the Board of Adjustment, following proper notification and hearing.
- Memorial signs or plaques placed on public property or rights of way require a permit.
- Certain exceptions or additional requirements may apply as specified in zone-specific table; permit ('P') or no permit ('A') designations are provided per zone.

## Full detail

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