Most Oakland County municipalities sharply restrict or completely prohibit exterior signage for home occupations. Bloomfield Township flatly bans 'signage, advertising device or other items implying the existence of a home business.' Other Oakland communities allow a single small nameplate not exceeding 1-2 square feet, non-illuminated, mounted flush to the dwelling.
Home occupation sign rules are part of each municipality's zoning ordinance, typically within the home occupations standards section. The general approach across Oakland County is that the residential character of the neighborhood must be preserved. Bloomfield Charter Township (Sec. 42-4.43) prohibits signage of any kind that implies a home business operates on the property. Royal Oak and Royal Oak Charter Township allow a non-illuminated nameplate of limited size if any. Independence Charter Township, Commerce Charter Township, and Oxford Charter Township similarly prohibit illuminated and freestanding signs identifying home occupations. Window signs, sandwich boards, and vehicle-mounted signs parked at the residence are generally prohibited under both home occupation rules and sign code provisions.
Unauthorized home business signage triggers municipal civil infractions, sign removal orders, and, where the sign also evidences an unpermitted home occupation, additional zoning enforcement. Typical first-offense fines run $50-$250; continued violation may be billed per day.
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