# Sign Regulations in Seven Fields Borough, Pennsylvania

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Seven Fields Borough, Pennsylvania (PA)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/pennsylvania/seven-fields-borough
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-28
- **Source:** [ecode360 municipal code](https://ecode360.com/34439772#34439772)

## At a glance

Seven Fields Borough, Pennsylvania regulates 39 sign types across 3 zoning districts. Identification Sign (Single-family home occupation)s in the Conservation Zoning District, Residential Districts, Planned Residential (PRD) Districts zoning district are capped at 6 feet tall and 2 square feet, with a At least 15 feet from the road right-of-way and at least 10 feet from any adjacent lot line; not located in any required side or rear yard setback (Sec. §340-30A(1)(a)). Most commercial signs in Seven Fields Borough require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (3 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 9 | 8 feet (measured from elevation of first floor of identified business) | 12 square feet | — |
| Conservation Zoning District, Residential Districts, Planned Residential (PRD) Districts | 13 | 6 feet | 40 square feet (standard); 80 square feet (with approval, for two signs) | — |
| Business District, PEDD | 19 | 8 feet | 60 square feet | — |

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements

### General Regulations For All Zones

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Wall Sign | — | — | — | — | — | Must not extend beyond edge or top of wall; must project no more than six inches from wall; must be at least 8 feet from bottom of sign to grade level below. | — | §340-29(A)(1),(3),(5),(8),(9),(20),(22)(a); §340-33 |
| Freestanding Sign | 8 feet (measured from elevation of first floor of identified business) | — | — | — | — | Must be anchored; monument signs measured from average grade to top; must not overhang sidewalks; electric service must be underground | — | §340-29(A)(4), (21), (16), (17); §340-33 |
| Marquee Sign | — | — | — | — | — | Theaters, playhouses, cineplexes, and public/private clubs only. | — | §340-29(A)(6),(22)(b) |
| Canopy/Awning Sign | — | — | — | — | — | Attached to a wall. | — | §340-29(A)(7); §340-33 |
| Contractor's Sign | — | 8 square feet | — | — | One per site | On construction site during period of construction | — | §340-29(A)(24) |
| Election/Political Campaign Sign | — | 12 square feet | — | — | 4 per residential lot; 2 per nonresidential lot; 2 per candidate public property | Private property with owner's permission. Public property SR 228 (max 2 per candidate, at least 2,000 ft apart). | — | §340-29(A)(26) |
| Holiday Decorations | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | §340-29(A)(28) |
| Directional Sign | — | 5 square feet | — | 5 feet from right-of-way | — | At least 5 feet from any public right-of-way. | — | §340-29(A)(29) |

### Conservation Zoning District, Residential Districts, Planned Residential (PRD) Districts

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Identification Sign (Single-family home occupation) | 6 feet | 2 square feet | — | At least 15 feet from the road right-of-way and at least 10 feet from any adjacent lot line; not located in any required side or rear yard | One | Freestanding within any required yard or attached to and parallel with the wall (projecting no more than six inches) | — | §340-30A(1)(a) |
| Identification Sign (Home occupation business) | 6 feet | 1.5 square feet | — | At least 15 feet from the road right-of-way and at least 10 feet from any adjacent lot line; not located in any required side or rear yard | One | Attached to the residence | — | §340-30A(1)(b) |
| Identification Sign (Multifamily building) | 6 feet | 12 square feet | — | At least 15 feet from the road right-of-way and at least 10 feet from any adjacent lot line; not in any required side or rear yard | One | — | — | §340-30A(2) |
| Subdivision Plan Name Sign | 6 feet | 40 square feet (standard); 80 square feet (with approval, for two signs) | — | At least 15 feet from the road right-of-way and at least 10 feet from any adjacent lot line; not in any required side or rear yard | One per entrance; two with special approval | At entrance to subdivision | — | §340-30A(3) |
| Identification Sign (Other permitted/conditional use businesses) | 6 feet | 32 square feet | — | At least 15 feet from the road right-of-way and at least 10 feet from any adjacent lot line; not in any required side or rear yard | One | — | — | §340-30A(5) |
| Temporary Real Estate Sign | 6 feet | 8 square feet | — | At least 15 feet from the road right-of-way and at least 10 feet from any adjacent lot line; not in any required side or rear yard | One per lot; additional per abutting street | — | — | §340-30B(1) |
| Garage Sale/Auction Sign | 6 feet | 12 square feet | — | — | One per lot | — | — | §340-30B(2) |
| Temporary Real Estate Development Sign (Residential development with six or more lots) | 6 feet | 32 square feet | — | At least 10 feet from any public street right-of-way. | One per development | Located minimum 10 ft from any public street right-of-way. | — | §340-30B(5) |

### Business District, PEDD

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Freestanding Sign (1-3 businesses/lot) | 8 feet | 40 square feet | — | 15 ft from right-of-way, 10 ft from adjacent lot line, not in required side/rear yard | One per lot | At least 15 feet from the road right-of-way and at least 10 feet from any adjacent lot line; not located in required side or rear yard. | — | §340-31A(1) |
| Freestanding Sign (4+ businesses/lot) | 8 feet | 60 square feet | — | 15 ft from right-of-way, 10 ft from adjacent lot line, not in required side/rear yard | One per lot | At least 15 feet from the road right-of-way and at least 10 feet from any adjacent lot line; not located in required side or rear yard. | — | §340-31A(1) |
| Canopy/Awning Sign | — | — | 8 inches (sign height) on flap | — | One per canopy/awning | On canopy/awning attached to building. | — | §340-31A(2)(c) |
| Menu Board | 6 feet | 20 square feet | — | — | One per business | Between building and drive-through lane | — | §340-31A(2)(d) |
| Gasoline Pricing Sign (on freestanding sign) | — | 20 square feet | — | — | One per gas station (freestanding sign); additional if integral to gas pump | Affixed to permitted freestanding sign or as part of gasoline pumps | — | §340-31A(2)(e) |
| Directory Sign (4+ businesses/building) | — | 8 square feet | — | — | One per building | Inside building with four or more businesses. | — | §340-31A(2)(h) |
| Temporary Real Estate Sign (individual lot/building) | — | 32 square feet | — | 15 ft from road right-of-way | One per lot | At least 15 feet from right-of-way, not in required side/rear yard. | — | §340-31B(1)(a) |
| Temporary Real Estate Sign (Commercial subdivision/business center) | — | 32 square feet | — | Min. 50 ft between each temp sign | 4 per year per business, 3 max at once per lot | — | — | §340-31B(2) |

## Prohibited signs in Seven Fields Borough

- No sign shall be erected or altered without a sign permit approved by the Planning Commission and issued by the Zoning Officer, except for specified exempt signs.
- Signs may not be placed or located in any public right-of-way, unless erected by a governmental or utility agency or as specifically allowed for election/political signs on Route 228.
- Signs may not be painted on the foundation, exterior walls, or roof of any building.
- No sign may be located on the roof of a building, nor shall its supports extend above the cornice of the building.
- Signs may not emit any noise, flash, oscillate, revolve or have movement in any manner.
- Signs may not obstruct the sight distance of motorists at intersections (within 25 feet of intersection radii).
- A sign's design, color, location or illumination may not impair or cause glare, distraction, confusion, or nuisance to traffic or other properties.
- Signs may not be erected or displayed upon public property or within rights-of-way (except as otherwise exempted).
- All signs must conform to the Building Code adopted by the Borough.
- All signs must comply with all county, state, and federal ordinances and regulations.
- Only signs specified in this chapter are permitted.
- Signs must not obstruct or detract from visibility/effectiveness of traffic signs or control devices.
- Signs named as prohibited signs include beacons, animated signs, flashing signs, portable signs, off-premises signs, roof signs, pennant strands, strings of lights (except exempt holiday types), inflatable signs, tethered balloons, pole signs, pylon signs, banners (except exemptions), band lighting, fascia lighting, strip lighting that outlines a sign.
- Changeable copy signs are prohibited, except for pricing signs for automotive service stations, bulletin boards for religious and educational institutions meeting specific criteria, and certain menu boards.
- Signs which are a hazard to public safety or health are prohibited.
- Signs using words like 'Stop,' 'Look,' 'One Way,' 'Danger,' 'Yield,' or similar, in a way that may interfere with, mislead, or confuse traffic, are prohibited.
- Obsolete signs which no longer identify a bona fide business or product are prohibited.
- Signs painted on, attached to, or supported by a tree, stone, cliff, other natural object, or utility pole, are prohibited.
- Banners are prohibited except as provided for by exemption.
- No loads except those of the sign itself plus normal snow and ice loads shall be placed on the supports of the sign.

## Signs exempt from permit in Seven Fields Borough

- Temporary real estate 'For Sale' signs do not require a sign permit.
- Political campaign signs do not require a sign permit (with certain conditions/exceptions for Route 228).
- Signs promoting community events sponsored by the Borough are exempt from permit requirements.
- Signs specified as exempt elsewhere in the chapter do not require a permit.
- Signs for public safety or welfare by the state, county, or Borough are exempt from all sign regulations.
- Holiday decorations are permitted and do not require a permit, but must be removed within 30 days after the holiday.
- Signs erected by the Borough to publicize community events or meetings are permitted and exempt from the permit process.
- Hunting signs may be posted as permitted by state law.
- Nonconforming signs may be repaired (with limitations, see § 340-67).

## Sign plan & submission notes

- A sign permit must be approved by the Planning Commission and issued by the Zoning Officer before erection or alteration of any sign, except certain exempt signs.
- Each sign requires a separate permit issued by the Zoning Officer.
- Applications for sign permits must include extensive details (ownership, site plan, construction drawings, engineering statement, etc.) per § 340-33A.
- Replacement, enlargement, remodeling, or moving of any existing sign prior to adoption of the chapter also requires a permit.
- Master sign plan or sign plan is not specifically mentioned, but approval process involves the Planning Commission for most permanent signs.
- Permit is not required for holiday decorations, temporary real estate 'For Sale' signs, political campaign signs, and Borough-sponsored event signs as noted in exemptions.

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