# Sign Regulations in Volente, Texas

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Volente, Texas (TX)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/texas/volente
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-09

## At a glance

Volente, Texas regulates 6 sign types across 1 zoning district. Freestanding Signs in the General Regulations For All Zones zoning district are capped at 8 feet tall and 32 square feet, with a No freestanding sign shall be nearer than ten (10) feet to any other sign, building or structure. setback (Sec. § 4.04.202). Most commercial signs in Volente 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 | 6 | 9 feet above sidewalk | 32 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 | — | 32 square feet | — | — | One per business facade | No wall sign shall be permitted to extend more than six (6) inches beyond the building line, and shall not be attached to a wall at a height of less than eight (8) feet above the sidewalk or ground. | — | § 4.04.203 |
| Freestanding Sign | 8 feet | 32 square feet | — | No freestanding sign shall be nearer than ten (10) feet to any other sign, building or structure. | One per lot or tract | One (1) freestanding sign is allowed per lot, or tract, or parent shopping center plot, or separate building. A lot or tract located at a street intersection is allowed one (1) freestanding sign per street frontage. | — | § 4.04.202 |
| Projecting Sign | — | 32 square feet on each side | — | — | — | Every projecting sign shall be placed at least nine (9) feet above the public sidewalk over which it is erected, no more than two (2) feet from the face of the wall to which it is attached, measuring from the point of the sign nearest the wall, and at least one (1) foot from the curb line. | — | § 4.04.204 |
| Awning Sign | 9 feet above sidewalk | — | — | — | — | No awning or canopy shall be permitted to extend beyond the property line. | — | § 4.04.205 |
| Canopy Sign | 9 feet above sidewalk | — | 8 feet | — | — | No awning or canopy shall be permitted to extend beyond the property line. | — | § 4.04.205 |
| Illuminated Sign | — | 32 square feet | — | — | — | — | — | § 4.04.206 |

## Prohibited signs in Volente

- No person shall erect, construct, relocate, expand or structurally alter signs without complying with the ordinance.
- It is unlawful to erect or maintain a sign in violation of the permit requirements.
- It is unlawful to inadequately maintain a sign showing evidence of deterioration.
- It is unlawful to publicly display a sign advertising a concluded business or project for more than 90 days.
- It is unlawful to publicly display a sign without any message for a period of one year or more.
- It is unlawful to erect or maintain a sign that obstructs ingress or egress from any door, window, or fire escape.
- No sign shall obstruct free and clear vision at any street intersection.
- No sign shall interfere with or obstruct the view of any authorized traffic sign, signal, or device.
- No sign shall use words or symbols that mislead or confuse traffic.
- No sign shall present a traffic hazard by using illumination resembling an emergency signal.
- No sign shall constitute a hazard to safety or health by reason of inadequate design, construction, repair, or maintenance.
- No signs may be erected or placed upon the public right-of-way or affixed to any public utility poles.
- No sign shall display obscene content.
- Flashing signs, vehicular signs, vehicular trailer signs, bench signs, trash receptacle signs, billboard signs, roof signs, portable signs, and satellite dish signs are prohibited.

## Signs exempt from permit in Volente

- Construction signs temporarily identifying the architect, engineer, developer, or contractor on construction sites not exceeding 32 square feet.
- Flags of governmental entities or organizations not exceeding 40 square feet in area and 30 feet in height.
- Garage sale signs not exceeding 4 square feet in area.
- Hand-held signs not set on or affixed to the ground and not exceeding 10 square feet in area.
- Historic signs integral to the historic character of a landmark building or district.
- Holiday signs used as temporary displays or decorations.
- Home occupation signs with specific size and setback requirements.
- Public signs regulating vehicular or pedestrian traffic or giving direction.
- Memorial signs, commemorative plaques, or tablets not exceeding 4 square feet in area.
- Occupational signs identifying tenants in a professional office or commercial building not exceeding 2 square feet in area.
- Political signs on private property with specific size and illumination restrictions.
- Property identification signs indicating the address not exceeding 2 square feet in area.
- Special events signs with specific size and timing restrictions.
- Window signs attached to the inside of a window not exceeding 4 square feet in area.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- The village council will review a variance request for an alternate signage plan which meets the unique advertising needs of the site, business, service, or tenant.

## Full detail

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