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Sign Ordinances

The following city sign regulations below are to assist you with a general understanding of regulations applicable to temporary real estate signs. It is important to remember that all off-premises directional signs are prohibited in the public right-off-way, and property owner permission is required.

These regulations are in force as of July 2007. Please visit the websites or contact the city for any specific information regarding ordinances.

JurisdictionPermit On-premise Signs Off-premise Directional Signs
Carlsbad
(760) 602-4600		NoOne (1) sign, 4 sq. ft. max., no lights, banners, or pennantsOne (1) off-site sign, not in public right-of-way.
Del Mar
(858) 794-4610		NoOne (1) sign, 5.5 sq. ft. max., for 30 days or less; must be out of public right-of-wayOne (1) sign, 5.5 sq. Ft. or less
Encinitas
(760) 633-2685		NoTwo (2) signs, 3 sq. ft. max., not more than 5’ high. Total area of both signs may not exceed 3 sq. ft.Three (3) signs, 3 sq. ft. max. each
Escondido
(760) 839-4671		NoTwo (2) signs, 4 sq. ft. max. 5 ft. High. two riders allowed. Three balloons, 24-inch max diameter.Three (3) signs, 4 sq. ft. max
Oceanside
(760) 966-4770 		NoTwo (2) signs, 6 sq. ft. max. combinedNot permitted – project signs may be listed in city kiosks.
San Diego County
(888) 267-8770 		NoOne (1) sign per street frontage not exceeding 4 sq. ft.Unlimited number, but one sign on any parcel 4 sq. ft. max., on private property only, daylight hours only.
San Marcos
(760) 744-1050 Ext. 3204		NoOne (1) sign per parcel, 6 sq. Ft. Max. 5 ft. Height limit.Generally not permitted. Developments may be listed in city kiosks.
Solana Beach
(858) 481-2633		NoOne (1) sign per parcel, 6 sq. ft. max 5 ft. height limit.
Vista
(760) 639-6100		NoOne (1) sign per street frontage 6 sq. ft. max. per acre, up to 96 sq. ft. 6 sq. ft. max. Only from 5:00 pm Friday and 12:00 pm Sunday 3 ft. height max.
 

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