Simpsonville's Sign Regulations: The Rules That Matter

Every city handles sign regulations a little differently. In Simpsonville, South Carolina, there are 2 distinct rules that residents and property owners should be aware of. Some are stricter than what neighboring cities enforce, and others are more relaxed. Here is what you need to know.

Political Signs

Political yard signs are allowed on private property. Under the Zoning Ordinance, a political sign may not exceed six square feet or three feet in height, must sit at least 12 inches from the curb or road edge, cannot go on City property or right-of-way, may go up no more

Key details: Max size: 6 square feet. Max height: 3 feet. Setback from road: At least 12 inches. Earliest posting: 30 days before election. Removal deadline: 48 hours after election.

Signs violating size, placement, or timing rules — or placed in the right-of-way — may be removed by the City, and the responsible party may be cited under the Zoning Ordinance. Penalties follow Code section 1-9.

Garage Sale Signs

Garage-sale and special-event yard signs are allowed. Under the Zoning Ordinance a special event sign must be located at the event site, not exceed six square feet or three feet in height, sit at least 12 inches from the curb or road edge, show the event date, be posted no

Key details: Max size: 6 square feet. Max height: 3 feet. Location: At the sale/event site. Earliest posting: 8 days before event. Removal deadline: 48 hours after event.

Non-conforming or right-of-way garage-sale signs may be removed by the City and the responsible party cited. Penalties follow Code section 1-9.

The Bottom Line

Simpsonville's sign regulations rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Simpsonville is broadly strict or permissive.

Keep in mind that Simpsonville can amend these rules at any council meeting. For the most current version of any rule mentioned here, check the specific ordinance page, where we track updates as they happen.