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Josephine County, OR Home Business: Signage Rules (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Type I sign max
6 sq ft, nonilluminated
Type II sign max
12 sq ft
Setback (both types)
10 ft from property line
Exempt home occupations
No exterior signs allowed
Placement rule
On site, never in right-of-way

Summary

Sign size for a rural Josephine County home business depends on permit type. A Type I home occupation is limited to one nonilluminated sign of six square feet, set back 10 feet from property lines, under JCC § 19.92.050(A)(3). A Type II permit allows a 12-square-foot sign at the same 10-foot setback, under § 19.92.060(A)(3).

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Josephine County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

§ 19.92.050. Type I home occupations. ... 3. One nonilluminated exterior sign, not to exceed six square feet in size and set back 10 feet from property lines. ... § 19.92.060. Type II home occupations. ... 3. One exterior sign, not to exceed 12 square feet in size and set back 10 feet from property lines.

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Full Breakdown

Josephine County's home occupation chapter sets exterior sign size by permit tier. 050(A)(3). 060(A)(3); the code does not specify Type II signs must be nonilluminated. 040(A)(2), and the address cannot appear in advertising either. 110(A)(6), are held to the same 12-square-foot sign and 10-foot setback as Type II. 030(A)(4) requires all signage related to the home occupation to be located on site, never in the public right-of-way.

Violations & Fines

A sign larger than the permit tier allows, illuminated where the code requires it not to be, or placed in the right-of-way, violates the home occupation permit and the Planning Director can revoke it under § 19.92.100 or require reapplication at a higher tier. Title 19's general penalty at § 19.19.010 also applies: a fine up to $500 for a noncontinuing offense or up to $1,000 for a continuing one after the required notice and correction period.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big can a home business sign be in rural Josephine County?
It depends on the permit. A Type I home occupation under § 19.92.050(A)(3) is limited to one nonilluminated sign of six square feet, set back 10 feet from the property line; a Type II permit under § 19.92.060(A)(3) allows up to 12 square feet at the same setback.
Can an exempt home business put up a sign?
No. Section 19.92.040(A)(2) bars exempt home occupations, the category that needs no development permit, from displaying any exterior sign identifying the property as a business location, and the business address cannot appear in advertising either.
Can a home business sign be illuminated?
A Type I home occupation sign must be nonilluminated under § 19.92.050(A)(3); the Type II standard at § 19.92.060(A)(3) sets only a 12-square-foot size and 10-foot setback and does not repeat the nonillumination requirement.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Josephine County

Animal Ordinances: Chickens & LivestockSome RestrictionsFence Regulations: Height LimitsSome RestrictionsZoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome RestrictionsCustomer Traffic RestrictionsSome RestrictionsHome DaycareLight RestrictionsParking Rules: Abandoned VehiclesSome RestrictionsFence Regulations: Material RestrictionsSome RestrictionsFence Regulations: Retaining WallsSome RestrictionsAnimal Ordinances: Veterinary Clinic ZoningLight Restrictions

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