Marion County, FL Home Business: Signage Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Code Section
- LDC Sec. 4.3.1.B(1)(h) / 4.3.1.C(1)(g)
- Residential sign max
- 2 sq ft, non-illuminated wall sign
- Agricultural sign max
- 6 sq ft, max 4 ft high
- Off-site advertising
- Prohibited
Summary
Residential home occupations are limited to one non-illuminated wall sign of two square feet or less; agricultural home occupations may have one sign up to six square feet and four feet high. No off-site advertising signs are allowed.
(h) Signage is limited to a non-illuminated wall sign having no moving parts or flashing lights, does not exceed two square feet and is compatible with the neighborhood architectural character. There shall be no off-site advertising signs. [Agricultural] (g) Signage. One sign, either single or double faced non-illuminated, not exceeding six square feet in size and not higher than four feet, may be located no closer than five feet to the front tract line of the tract on which the Home Occupation is conducted.
Full Breakdown
Under LDC Sec. 4.3.1.B(1)(h), a residential home occupation sign is limited to a non-illuminated wall sign having no moving parts or flashing lights, not exceeding two square feet, and compatible with the neighborhood's architectural character; off-site advertising signs are prohibited. Under Sec. 4.3.1.C(1)(g), an agricultural home occupation may have one single- or double-faced non-illuminated sign not exceeding six square feet and not higher than four feet, located no closer than five feet to the front tract line. Florida Statute 559.955 also requires that a home-based business's signage comply with relevant local and state regulations.
Violations & Fines
Non-conforming or illuminated/off-site signage is a code enforcement violation and grounds for permit revocation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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