Irvine Real Estate Sign Rules & Sign Ordinance
Irvine Real Estate Sign Rules & Sign Ordinance
🏠 'For Sale' Sign Rules
| Maximum size | 6 sq ft |
|---|---|
| Maximum height | 4 ft (6 ft+ needs permit) |
| Number allowed | 1 per residence |
| Illumination | Not permitted |
| When to remove | While property available for lease/sale |
📍 Open House & Directional Sign Rules
| Allowed? | Yes (Sign Type #106) |
|---|---|
| Maximum size | 3 sq ft |
| Maximum height | 3 ft |
| Number allowed | Per Sign Type #106 exhibit |
| Permitted hours | 7:00am–7:00pm |
| Placement rules | Per Sign Type #106 exhibit PDF |
Permits & enforcement
Permit: No permit for signs under 6 ft; signs 6 ft+ require a sign permit
If a sign is removed: Not specified in section reviewed
City contact: Planning Counter (949) 724-6308
Irvine uses numbered 'Sign Type' exhibit PDFs for precise dimensions. Content-neutral by function.
Official source:Zoning Ordinance Division 7 (Signs); exemptions Sec. 7-3-3; Sign Type #105 (residential real estate), #106 (off-site)
Ordinance reference: Amended Ord. 16-06, effective 1-1-17 (verify currency banner)
Frequently asked questions
Can I put an open house sign in Irvine?
Yes. In Irvine, open house signs are permitted: max size 3 sq ft, max height 3 ft, Per Sign Type #106 exhibit. Allowed hours: 7:00am–7:00pm. Placement: Per Sign Type #106 exhibit PDF
How big can a 'For Sale' sign be in Irvine?
A residential for-sale sign in Irvine may be up to 6 sq ft, with a maximum height of 4 ft (6 ft+ needs permit). You may post 1 per residence. Illumination: Not permitted. Removal: While property available for lease/sale.
Do I need a permit for a real estate sign in Irvine?
No permit for signs under 6 ft; signs 6 ft+ require a sign permit. The governing rule is Zoning Ordinance Division 7 (Signs); exemptions Sec. 7-3-3; Sign Type #105 (residential real estate), #106 (off-site).
What happens if my sign is removed in Irvine?
Not specified in section reviewed. For questions, contact Planning Counter (949) 724-6308.
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