Home occupations in Reno may not display any external signage, window displays, or outdoor indicators of the business per RMC 18.08.305. The residential appearance of the dwelling must be preserved at all times.
The no-sign rule is a defining feature of Reno home occupations - a business that requires a sign to attract customers is inherently not a home occupation and must relocate to a commercial zone. Vehicle lettering on a personal vehicle parked in the driveway is generally acceptable, but commercial vehicle parking longer than 4 hours in residential zones violates parking rules. Interior signage not visible from the street is permitted. Vacation rental and STR signage rules differ (small house number plate only). Nonprofit and religious home uses have limited allowances for small identifier plaques.
Illegal exterior sign: 30-day removal notice, then up to 500 dollars. Continued display: home occupation permit revocation.
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