# Sign Regulations in Pleasanton, Texas

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Pleasanton, Texas (TX)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/texas/pleasanton
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-20

## At a glance

Pleasanton, Texas regulates 17 sign types across 1 zoning district. Freestanding Ground Signs in the General Regulations For All Zones zoning district are capped at 40 ft (general), 18 ft if along principal/secondary arterial tall and 100 sq ft (general), 90 sq ft if along principal/secondary arterial, with a Minimum 15 ft from any property line setback (Sec. § 150.04(J)). Most commercial signs in Pleasanton require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (1 zone)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 17 | 40 ft (general), 18 ft if along principal/secondary arterial | 672 sq ft | — |

## 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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Freestanding Ground Sign | 40 ft (general), 18 ft if along principal/secondary arterial | 100 sq ft (general), 90 sq ft if along principal/secondary arterial | — | Minimum 15 ft from any property line | See frontage table | On property with minimum 15 ft setback from any property line. | — | § 150.04(J) |
| Monument Sign | 5 ft 6 in | 100 sq ft (max 50 sq ft per sign face) | — | 15 ft from any property line | One per lot per street frontage | On property, minimum 15 ft setback from property line; one per lot per street frontage. | — | § 150.04(K) |
| Multi-Tenant Monument Sign | Areas with limited access: 20 ft; unlimited access: 18 ft; other streets: 15 ft | 150 sq ft | — | 15 ft from any property line | One per lot per street frontage | Minimum setback 15 ft from property line. One per platted lot per street frontage. | — | § 150.04(L) |
| Electronic Sign | 18 ft | 100 sq ft (max 50 sq ft per sign face) | — | 15 ft from any property line | One per platted lot | One per platted lot, minimum 15 ft from property line; not within 150 ft of residentially-zoned or used property. | — | § 150.04(M) |
| Directional Sign | 3 ft | 12 sq ft | — | — | One per 10,000 sq ft building space | On-premise, not to interfere with safe vehicular/pedestrian movement, not within visibility triangle. | — | § 150.04(N) |
| Subdivision Entry Sign | 6 ft | 32 sq ft per face | — | — | One per entrance | At subdivision entrance; may be on median with Community Development Services Dept approval. | — | § 150.04(O) |
| Temporary Sign | 5 ft | 20 sq ft per face or 7% of facade | — | 15 ft from any property line | Max two types per business/tenant at a time | On premises, min. 15 ft setback from property line | — | § 150.04(Q) |
| Development Sign | 6 ft | 64 sq ft overall, 32 sq ft per face | — | — | One per development or one per subdivision entrance, not to exceed two | Per entry or as defined by development | — | § 150.04(R) |

## Prohibited signs in Pleasanton

- No obscene signs are permitted.
- No sign may block ingress or egress through doors, windows, or fire escapes.
- No sign may obstruct vision or sight triangles at street intersections or driveways.
- No sign may interfere with or be confused with authorized traffic signs, signals, or devices, including using words or symbols such as 'stop,' 'go,' 'look,' or 'danger,' or with red, yellow, green, or similar lamps that may confuse or interfere with vehicular or pedestrian traffic.
- No sign may be erected or displayed on or over public rights-of-way or other public property, unless erected by or with the permission of the city or authorized government agency.
- No sign may be mounted on a utility pole in a public right-of-way or easement, except as specifically exempted.
- No sign is permitted on private property without owner consent (including trees, light poles, mailboxes).
- No dilapidated or unsafe signs are allowed.
- No sign in violation of any applicable building code or ordinance is permitted.
- No exterior home occupation signs unless specifically authorized.
- No non-motorized or portable trailer-type signs using wheels and axles as primary support.
- All new off-premises signs not specifically permitted are prohibited; only certain exceptions listed are allowed.
- Any sign not specifically permitted by the ordinance is prohibited.
- Signs must not create a hazard, be in a state of disrepair, or be abandoned.
- No sign may violate height, area, setback, or illumination restrictions as generally or specifically detailed.
- All signs must be maintained in good condition, structurally sound, and kept painted/neat.
- No wood or unpainted steel supports for permanent signs, unless approved.
- Permanent sign elements must be noncombustible, unless otherwise approved.
- No wall sign may project above the roofline or parapet wall.
- No wall sign may be attached to light fixtures, poles, or trees.
- Vehicle signs must be on operable, registered vehicles and not used primarily as signage.
- All construction, placement, repair, or service of signs for payment requires a licensed sign contractor.
- All signs must meet applicable building and electrical codes.

## Signs exempt from permit in Pleasanton

- Governmental signs are exempt from permitting requirements.
- Political signs are exempt from permitting requirements.
- Railway signs within railway right-of-way related to railway operation are exempt.
- Utility signs marking utilities or underground lines are exempt.
- Signs on vehicles/trailers used primarily for transportation and business identification are exempt.
- Official flags of governmental jurisdictions or nonprofit organizations are exempt.
- Warning signs are exempt.
- Address signs containing only numeric address and street or complex names are exempt.
- Temporary holiday signs with no commercial advertising are exempt.
- Plaques are exempt.
- Menu board signs (one per business, 32 sq ft max, during business hours) are exempt.
- Minor repair/maintenance work is exempt if no structural alteration occurs.
- Real estate signs meeting listed requirements are exempt from permitting requirements.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- All sign permit applications must include a site plan showing the location of all buildings and signs, and their position relative to property lines, rights-of-way, easements, and existing signs.
- Permits will not be issued unless a site plan is submitted.
- No sign permit shall be released until the building permit for the principal building on the site has been issued.
- Multi-tenant developments such as shopping centers are required to construct multi-tenant monument signage in accordance with multi-tenant sign rules.
- Master sign plans are not explicitly mentioned; however, multi-tenant and shopping center signage must be coordinated, and the developer is responsible for ensuring signage adequacy for all tenants.
- Appeals of permit decisions may be made in writing to the Community Development Services Supervisor or City Engineer.

## Full detail

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