Dana Point Real Estate Sign Rules & Sign Ordinance
Dana Point Real Estate Sign Rules & Sign Ordinance
🏠 'For Sale' Sign Rules
| Maximum size | Confirm in § 9.37.110 (general detached sign max 6 ft height) |
|---|---|
| Maximum height | 6 ft general |
| Number allowed | 1 per street frontage |
| Illumination | Not specified |
| When to remove | Upon close of escrow / lease accomplished |
📍 Open House & Directional Sign Rules
| Allowed? | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum size | 4 sq ft |
| Maximum height | Not specified |
| Number allowed | Up to 4 per intersection |
| Permitted hours | Not specified |
| Placement rules | Directional signs exempt; general directional/informational signs max 2.5 sq ft |
Permits & enforcement
Permit: No permit (real estate & open house/garage sale directional signs are exempt)
If a sign is removed: Illegal/abandoned signs are a public nuisance subject to abatement; contact Code Enforcement
City contact: Planning (949) 248-3563; Code Enforcement (949) 248-3564
Exact on-site for-sale sq-ft limit should be confirmed against full § 9.37.110 table.
Official source:Municipal Code Title 9, Chapter 9.37 (Signs); exemptions at § 9.37.110
Ordinance reference: Current through Ord. 26-04 (March 17, 2026)
Frequently asked questions
Can I put an open house sign in Dana Point?
Yes. In Dana Point, open house signs are permitted: max size 4 sq ft, max height Not specified, Up to 4 per intersection. Allowed hours: Not specified. Placement: Directional signs exempt; general directional/informational signs max 2.5 sq ft
How big can a 'For Sale' sign be in Dana Point?
A residential for-sale sign in Dana Point may be up to Confirm in § 9.37.110 (general detached sign max 6 ft height), with a maximum height of 6 ft general. You may post 1 per street frontage. Illumination: Not specified. Removal: Upon close of escrow / lease accomplished.
Do I need a permit for a real estate sign in Dana Point?
No permit (real estate & open house/garage sale directional signs are exempt). The governing rule is Municipal Code Title 9, Chapter 9.37 (Signs); exemptions at § 9.37.110.
What happens if my sign is removed in Dana Point?
Illegal/abandoned signs are a public nuisance subject to abatement; contact Code Enforcement. For questions, contact Planning (949) 248-3563; Code Enforcement (949) 248-3564.
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