Jackson, MS Home Business: Signage Rules (2026)

Hinds County home business signage is controlled by local zoning under MS Code Ann. §17-1-1 et seq. The City of Jackson's zoning ordinance and Municipal Code Chapter 118 generally prohibit exterior signs for home occupations in residential zones (R-1, R-2, R-3) to preserve neighborhood character. Where a nameplate is permitted, it may not exceed 2 square feet, must not be illuminated, must be flat-mounted to the dwelling (not freestanding), and may include only the operator's name and professional title. No banners, flags, pennants, or vehicle-mounted advertising for the home business is allowed in residential zones. Clinton Municipal Code Chapter 42 imposes similar rules, and Byram follows its municipal sign code. Home-based professionals, including attorneys, therapists, and accountants in Jackson's Belhaven and Fondren neighborhoods, should expect enforcement complaints if signs become visible. Political signs and real estate signs are treated separately under First Amendment protections (Reed v. Town of Gilbert) and state statute. Sign regulations in Jackson's historic districts (Belhaven, Fondren, Farish Street) require additional Historic Preservation Commission review. Online-only home businesses with no customer visits face no signage issues.