Temporary signs summary of zoning code

refer to section 10.7 (Temporary Signs) of the Zoning Regulations for the full text

The following temporary signs are permitted within any town right of way or property set back area, provided that one obtains a zoning permit or temporary sign form that details the type, size, location, dates of display, and person responsible for posting and removing the signs.

Community events (non-profit organizations):

• Two signs 12 square feet or smaller;
• May be posted up to 14 days prior to the event, and removed within 48 hours after the end of the event.

Grand opening or special sale:

• One sign 12 square feet of smaller, less than 6 feet in any dimension may be displayed up to 4 times per year (once per calendar quarter);
• Can be posted for up to a 10 day time period;
• May hang from a window, post on a wall, or stake to the ground;
• Subject to obtaining a zoning permit (you may file one zoning permit for the entire year);

Political signs:

Residential districts

• One sign 2 square feet in size posted up to 60 days prior to the election and removed within 48 hours after'
• Cannot attach to trees, utility poles, or traffic signs;

All other districts

• Two signs per property,  each up to 12 square feet in size, subject to the same restrictions as above.

Location of signs:

• May be located within a street or town right of way, or a front yard zoning set back area

Temporary sign form for community events