Fayetteville allows a home occupation sign of up to 3 square feet mounted flat against the wall. Under UDC §174.03, that sign is exempt from the sign-permit requirement. Freestanding and illuminated business signs are not part of the exemption.
Home occupation signs are addressed directly in Fayetteville's sign code. Section 174.03(D) lists a home occupation sign, erected flat against the wall and not exceeding three square feet, among signs exempt from the sign-permit requirement. Because the exemption is limited to a flat wall sign, freestanding yard signs, pole signs, and illuminated or electronic signs for a home business are not covered and would violate residential sign standards. Work-vehicle lettering is treated separately under the general sign rules. HOA covenants may impose stricter limits than the city.
Erecting a non-exempt or oversized home-business sign is a sign-code violation, subject to removal and fines up to $500 per offense under §10.99.
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