# Sign Regulations in Ivins, Utah

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

- **Jurisdiction:** Ivins, Utah (UT)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/utah/ivins
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-19

## At a glance

Ivins, Utah regulates 17 sign types across 4 zoning districts. Freestanding Monument Signs in the Neighborhood commercial (CN), Community commercial (C-1), Resort commercial (RC), Resort mixed use (RMU), Commercial professional and research (CPR), Commercial with light manufacturing (CLM) zoning district are capped at 7 feet tall and 40 square feet, with a Minimum 10 feet from road or street right of way. setback (Sec. 16.21.116 Table 21-1 and associated notes). Most commercial signs in Ivins require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (4 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Neighborhood commercial (CN), Community commercial (C-1), Resort commercial (RC), Resort mixed use (RMU), Commercial professional and research (CPR), Commercial with light manufacturing (CLM) | 7 | No higher than the eave line or top of the parapet wall, or 20 feet, whichever is lower. | Up to 100 square feet per building facade | — |
| Residential zoning districts, Commercial zoning districts, Industrial zoning districts | 1 | 4 feet | 20 square feet | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 10 | 10 feet from natural grade or 11 feet from back of curb, whichever is lower | 48 square feet | — |

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## Zone-by-zone sign requirements (sample of 3 of 4 zones)

### Neighborhood commercial (CN), Community commercial (C-1), Resort commercial (RC), Resort mixed use (RMU), Commercial professional and research (CPR), Commercial with light manufacturing (CLM)

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Freestanding Monument Sign | 7 feet | 40 square feet | — | Minimum 10 feet from road or street right of way. | — | Must meet chapter and table location requirements. May be located in required front yard setback, but must be at least 10 feet from road or street right of way. | — | 16.21.116 Table 21-1 and associated notes |
| Wall Sign | No higher than the eave line or top of the parapet wall, or 20 feet, whichever is lower. | Up to 100 square feet per building facade | — | — | — | On building facades facing a public road or street. | — | 16.21.116 Table 21-1 |
| Window Sign | No higher than the maximum window height and must be contained within window area | 20% of window area | — | — | — | On windows of the building. | — | 16.21.116 Table 21-1 |
| Projecting Sign | No higher than the eave line/top of the parapet wall, or 15 feet, whichever is lower. | — | — | — | — | On building façade | — | 16.21.116 Table 21-1 |
| Awning Sign | No higher than eave line or top of parapet wall or 15 ft, whichever lower; max sign height is top of awning. | 20% of awning area (included in wall sign max) | — | — | — | Face of awning on building. | — | 16.21.116 Table 21-1 |
| Canopy Sign | No higher than eave line or top of canopy or 15 feet, whichever is lower; max sign height is top of canopy. | 20% of canopy area (included in wall sign max) | — | — | — | Face of canopy on building. | — | 16.21.116 Table 21-1 |
| Temporary Sign (Class I Use) | 4 feet | 20 square feet | — | — | — | As approved by zoning administrator or sensitive lands committee. | — | 16.21.116 Table 21-1 |

### Residential zoning districts, Commercial zoning districts, Industrial zoning districts

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Temporary Sign (Class I Use) | 4 feet | 20 square feet | — | — | — | As approved by zoning administrator or sensitive lands committee. | — | 16.21.116 Table 21-1 |

### General Regulations For All Zones

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Address Numbers (Exempt) | — | 12 inches high | — | — | — | On property/building to display street address. | — | 16.21.118 Table 21-2 |
| Directional Signs (Exempt) | 3 feet | 4 square feet | — | — | 2 per driveway entrance | At driveway entrances; not in a clear view area. | — | 16.21.118 Table 21-2 |
| Hours of Operation (Exempt) | — | 1 square foot | — | — | 1 per entrance | At entrance. | — | 16.21.118 Table 21-2 |
| Minor Window Signs (Exempt) | — | 4 square feet | — | — | 1 per window; 2 per business | Inside window. | — | 16.21.118 Table 21-2 |
| Political Signs (Exempt) | 4 feet | 12 square feet | — | — | — | Not within clear view area. | — | 16.21.118 Table 21-2 |
| Project Identification Signs (Exempt) | 10 feet from natural grade or 11 feet from back of curb, whichever is lower | 48 square feet | — | — | 1 per entrance | At project entrance | — | 16.21.118 Table 21-2 |
| Real Estate Signs (Exempt) | 3 feet | 6 square feet (2 x 3 ft) | 3 feet | — | 1 per sales property; 2 off-site signs with permit | On property for sale, lease or rent, or adjacent; off-site signs can be on public property except sidewalks, bike paths, or roadways. | — | 16.21.118 Table 21-2 |
| Subdivision Identification Signs (Exempt) | — | — | — | — | 2 per entrance | At primary subdivision entrance. | — | 16.21.118 Table 21-2 |

## Prohibited signs in Ivins

- All off premises signs designed or intended to direct attention to a business, product or service not provided, sold, offered or existing on the property where the sign is located, including all billboards.
- Signs on any city owned property, except for political signs (must be removed within two days after the voting date) and Parade Of Homes signs (must be removed the day following the last day of the Parade Of Homes).
- All signs installed, erected, constructed or modified without receiving the necessary application approval.
- Signs placed on private property without the approval of the owner.
- Flag mounted signs.
- All signs having intermittent or flashing illumination, animated or moving parts, rotating or simulating movement by any means of fluttering, spinning or reflection devices or that emit sound.
- Electronic message signs that change copy electronically, including time, date and temperature signs.
- All banners, pennants, streamers, balloons, flags, searchlights, strobe lights, beacons and inflatable signs, objects and characters.
- Flashing signs or lights that contain an intermittent, pulsating or flashing light source.
- Portable signs that can be moved from place to place and not permanently affixed to the ground or building.
- All signs that project an image or message onto a wall or other surface.
- Any text or shape that obstructs the view of motor vehicle operators, bicyclists and pedestrians entering a public roadway from any parking area, service drive, private driveway, alley or other thoroughfare.
- All signs that obstruct free ingress to or egress from required door, window, fire escape or other required exit.
- Signs attached to any fences, utility poles, trees, shrubs, rocks or other natural objects, unless specifically included in the design.
- All signs constituting a hazard to public health, welfare or safety.
- All neon signs, except a sign stating 'Open' and which do not exceed two square feet.
- All roof mounted signs.
- All signs painted on or attached to vehicles that are parked on the public right of way or on private premises for advertising.
- All signs providing a lighting source that is exposed or directly visible for any public right of way or adjacent property.
- All neon, rope lights, string lights, exposed bulbs or tubes, or other directly visible light source designed specifically to outline any building roofline or building wall.
- Any sign, statement, symbol or picture of an obscene nature.

## Signs exempt from permit in Ivins

- Street address numbers no higher than 12 inches.
- Posters and fliers announcing or promoting community events provided such posters or fliers do not advertise products or services not associated with the community event (requires technical review committee approval).
- Directional signs such as 'Enter' and 'Exit' with limits (maximum two per driveway, maximum four square feet and three feet high).
- Any flag, pennant or insignia of any nation, state, county, city, civic, religious organization, or educational institution.
- Plaques erected for the purposes of identifying a historic site, building, or structure.
- One unlighted 'hours of operation' sign per entrance not larger than one square foot in area.
- Signs containing no advertising (maximum one square foot each, up to four square feet per business).
- Minor window signs displaying product names, business names, etc., with specific size and quantity limits (no more than four square feet each, no more than two per business, not allowed in agricultural or residential zones).
- Official government notices and notices posted by government officers or employees in performance of their duties.
- Political signs for support of candidates or ballot measures, provided they are stationary, unlighted, limited in display period and size, and not placed in clear view areas.
- Project identification signs meeting specified size and time limits, and one helium balloon during certain events.
- Signs required for safety or instructional purposes by the city, such as 'No Parking' and street name signs.
- Real estate signs advertising property for sale, lease, or rent, with location, size, and display restrictions.
- Any religious symbol attached to a place of religious worship.
- One residential nameplate sign showing the occupant's name and address, not exceeding two square feet and not containing advertising copy.
- Restaurant menu boxes up to four square feet (larger boxes require permit and count toward sign area limits).
- Temporary decorations or displays clearly incidental to, and customarily associated with, any holiday or celebration.
- Signs required or specifically authorized for a public purpose by any law, statute, or ordinance (including traffic control signs).
- Art, monuments, sculpture, fountains, and similar site or building features not containing advertising or logos.
- No more than two permanent subdivision identification signs per primary entrance, approved at time of subdivision approval.
- Temporary or permanent signs erected to warn of danger or hazardous conditions by government agencies, utility or construction companies.
- Signs displayed on motor vehicles or trailers being operated in the normal course of business, if main purpose is not for display of signs.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- A site plan is required with all sign applications (Class I: three copies; Class II/III: eight full + twenty reduced copies; Class IV/V: fourteen full + twenty reduced copies), identifying property layout, existing and proposed signs, dimensions, colors, and materials.
- Additional maps, drawings, plans, illustrations or materials may be required by the zoning administrator or applicable authority for adequate description of the proposed sign.
- An accurate lighting plan and calculations of sign area may be required with all but Class I applications; may also be required if determined necessary.
- A building permit may also be required for sign installation depending on building code requirements.
- Approval authorities (zoning administrator, sensitive lands committee, commission, city council) review sign plans as part of the use application process.
- Signs for which a building permit is required shall comply with the adopted building code, including necessary footings and structural/electrical permits, and are subject to inspection.
- Subdivision identification signs must be approved at time of final subdivision approval by the land use authority.

## Full detail

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