# Sign Regulations in Keller, Texas

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Keller, Texas (TX)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/texas/keller
- **Data last verified:** 2025-05-08
- **Source:** [municode municipal code](https://library.municode.com/TX/Keller/codes/Code_of_Ordinances?nodeId=PTIIIUNDECO_ARTNINEDEST_S9.05SIRE)

## At a glance

Keller, Texas regulates 8 sign types across 7 zoning districts. Accessory Building Sign (≤1,200 sq. ft.)s in the Single-Family Residential - 36,000 square-foot lots (SF-36) zoning district are capped at N/A (for accessory building) tall and 1,200 sq. ft., with a must meet main structure setbacks. setback (Sec. Section 8.04 (2.g), SF-36 Zoning District Use Table.). Most commercial signs in Keller require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (7 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Single-Family Residential - 36,000 square-foot lots (SF-36) | 2 | 50 ft. | 1,200 sq. ft. | — |
| Single-Family Residential - 30,000 square-foot lots (SF-30), Single-Family Residential - 25,000 square-foot lots (SF-25), Single-Family Residential - 20,000 square-foot lots (SF-20) | 2 | 50 ft. | 1,000 sq. ft. | — |
| Single-Family Residential - 15,000 square-foot lots (SF-15) | 2 | 50 ft. | 800 sq. ft. | — |
| Single-Family Residential - 12,000 square-foot lots (SF-12) | 2 | 50 ft. | 750 sq. ft. | — |
| Single-Family Residential - 10,000 square-foot lots (SF-10), Single-Family Residential - 8,400 square-foot lots (SF-8.4) | 2 | 50 ft. | 500 sq. ft. | — |
| Two-Family Residential (Townhome) (2F) | 2 | 50 ft. | 500 sq. ft. | — |
| Multi-Family Residential (MF) | 2 | 50 ft. | >200 sq. ft.; size regulated by permit or SUP | — |

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

### Single-Family Residential - 36,000 square-foot lots (SF-36)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Accessory Building Sign (≤1,200 sq. ft.) | N/A (for accessory building) | 1,200 sq. ft. | — | For ≤120 sq. ft.: min 5 ft from side/rear lines, max 10 ft height. >120 sq. ft.: must meet main structure setbacks. | Max 2 detached accessory buildings per lot/tract. | On same lot as main structure; must be constructed of materials complementary to main structure. | — | Section 8.04 (2.g), SF-36 Zoning District Use Table. |
| Amateur Antenna (≤50 ft. height) | 50 ft. | — | — | — | 1 per lot/tract. | Rear yard only. | — | Section 8.04 (2.g.3), SF-36 Zoning District Use Table. |

### Single-Family Residential - 30,000 square-foot lots (SF-30), Single-Family Residential - 25,000 square-foot lots (SF-25), Single-Family Residential - 20,000 square-foot lots (SF-20)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Accessory Building Sign (≤1,000 sq. ft.) | N/A (for accessory building) | 1,000 sq. ft. | — | For ≤120 sq. ft.: min 5 ft from side/rear lines, max 10 ft height. >120 sq. ft.: main structure setbacks apply. | 2 per lot/tract. | On same lot as main structure; constructed of materials complementary to main structure. | — | Section 8.05 (2.f), 8.06 (2.f), 8.07 (2.f); SF-30/SF-25/SF-20 Zoning District Use Table. |
| Amateur Antenna (≤50 ft. height) | 50 ft. | — | — | — | 1 per lot/tract. | Rear yard only. | — | Section 8.05 (2.f.3), SF-30/25/20 Zoning District Use Table. |

### Single-Family Residential - 15,000 square-foot lots (SF-15)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Accessory Building Sign (≤800 sq. ft.) | N/A (for accessory building) | 800 sq. ft. | — | For ≤120 sq. ft.: min 5 ft from side/rear lines, max 10 ft height. >120 sq. ft.: main structure setbacks apply. | 2 per lot/tract. | On same lot as main structure; materials must be complementary to main building. | — | Section 8.08 (2.f.2), SF-15 Zoning District Use Table. |
| Amateur Antenna (≤50 ft. height) | 50 ft. | — | — | — | 1 per lot/tract. | Rear yard only. | — | Section 8.08 (2.f.3), SF-15 Zoning District Use Table. |

## Prohibited signs in Keller

- No permanent use of temporary dwellings, such as recreational vehicles, travel trailers, or mobile homes, may be used for on-site dwelling or non-residential purposes.
- Open storage or outside storage is prohibited in residential districts (with exceptions for small amounts for personal use, such as firewood or gardening materials).
- No outside storage or display is permitted in several commercial and non-residential districts unless approved by Specific Use Permit (SUP).
- No uses shall be allowed which are prohibited by State law or which operate in excess of State or National environmental or pollution standards as determined by federal and state agencies (EPA, Texas Air Control Board, etc.).
- Self-propelled heavy load vehicles shall not be parked or stored overnight within the lot of any residential district.
- Electrical fencing and barbed wire is prohibited as perimeter fencing except for containment of farm animals on two (2) acres or larger.
- No outside storage or display is permitted unless specifically allowed by permit, SUP, or overlay district provisions.
- Use of lighted stripes, exposed neon tubular lights, or similar material on buildings or accessory structures is prohibited.
- Use of florescent paint, florescent colors, and extensive use of bright colors on buildings as commercial identity or signage is not permitted.
- Use of reflective glass is prohibited (in some districts, such as Town Center).
- Parking for automobiles/trailers, RVs, and similar vehicles must be on paved surfaces, except in limited situations defined by code.
- Murals or art representations displaying any owner identification or commercial text message will be considered as a 'flat/wall sign.', not as an art mural and are thus regulated as signage.
- Sign shapes must be simple and straightforward—complicated or distracting signage is discouraged.
- Wood fences are prohibited in certain non-residential and overlay districts (e.g., Town Center).
- No signage or other type of advertisement is permitted on park benches and trash receptacles.

## Signs exempt from permit in Keller

- Accessory buildings one hundred twenty (120) square feet or less do not require a building permit provided they meet specified height and setback requirements.
- Accessory dwelling units (such as guest houses or in-law houses), in larger lot residential districts, may be used temporarily while main structure is built/renovated.
- Temporary field construction offices and temporary buildings incidental to construction are permitted as long as they are removed upon project completion or deemed noncompliant.
- Real estate sales offices are allowed during development of residential subdivisions until 80% of building permits have been issued.
- Municipally-owned facilities and uses are permitted in all zoning districts.
- Private open space or other private recreational amenities as part of a residential subdivision and not for commercial purposes are permitted.
- Accessory antenna (amateur or CB radio) fifty feet (50') or less in height in rear yards are allowed.
- One sandwich board sign (A-frame) is allowed per business in Town Center, subject to size restrictions.
- Temporary signs, menu boards, or portable signs are allowed with restrictions and must not block sidewalks or streets and must be stored indoors after business hours.
- Parking of recreational vehicles (RVs) and similar vehicles is permitted temporarily for loading, unloading, or guest stays within specified duration restrictions.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- Master Plan, Conceptual Plan, and/or Detailed Site Plan is required for all Planned Development (PD) Districts. Approval of the relevant plan is necessary before a building permit can be issued.
- All development within the Town Center district is subject to design review as part of the site plan review process. A site plan as outlined in the code shall be submitted for each use in Town Center.
- Site Plan submittal is required for all non-residential developments in the Old Town Keller (OTK) District, for any change of use, for additions/remodeling over 25% appraised value.
- A detailed site plan is required for any new non-residential building, conversion, or addition in the Katy Road District; site plan/design review is part of the process.
- In the U.S. Highway 377 North Overlay District, all new buildings or additions require a detailed site plan and design review to ensure conformance with overlay standards.
- All multi-family district zoning requests must include a complete site plan submittal including facade elevations and landscaping plans.
- A sign permit is required for all signage; permit drawings must be provided showing height, location, materials, and lighting for the sign.
- Murals proposed as public art require recommendation from the Public Arts Board and approval by City Council; private murals processed through Planning and Zoning Commission.
- Approval of a modified site plan is required for nonresidential buildings that become conforming via reoccupancy or change of use—covers compliance with sign requirements, parking, and other standards.
- In Flex Space districts, Site Plan approval by City Council is required for all development, and amendments to a Site Plan require the same process as re-zoning.
- For Specific Use Permits (SUP), application must be accompanied by a written and Detailed Site Plan or Concept Plan showing sign locations among other details.
- For any amendments to existing Specific Use Permits (SUPs), a site plan amendment or new detailed site plan may be required.
- Sign material, placement, design, and lighting is reviewed as part of site plans in overlay districts and Town Center.
- For PD, Conceptual Plans show sign style to be used and are required in application materials. Detailed Site Plans also specify signage style and location.
- All overlay districts require conformance with sign regulations established in Section 9.05 or other referenced sections of the code, and may require plan/specification submittal.

## 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 Keller — every sign type, every field — are available with a free PermitPal account: https://app.permitpal.io/?address=Keller+TX&override=true&utm_source=landing&utm_medium=city-page&utm_campaign=city-keller

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