A home occupation may display one non-illuminated sign no larger than 216 square inches, attached to the house or a fence. There must be no other visible evidence of the business from the street or an adjacent lot.
Under ZLDR §6.5.11.J, there can be no visible evidence of a home occupation from the street right-of-way or an adjacent lot, and no exterior change that makes the dwelling look less residential. The single allowed exception is one non-illuminated sign not exceeding 216 square inches (for example 12 by 18 inches), attached to the principal structure or a fence on the property. The applicant must submit a scaled plan showing the sign's location and design, and the sign must be removed within 30 days after the home occupation ends. Snipe signs are strictly prohibited.
Non-compliant or oversized signs are a zoning violation; signs may be subject to removal and impoundment under ZLDR sign enforcement provisions.
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