Home businesses in Sonora must maintain the residential character of the neighborhood. The STR ordinance (Chapter 17.64) explicitly prohibits signage indicating rental availability. Home occupations under Chapter 17.59 must similarly avoid commercial signage.
Sonora's zoning code (Title 17) regulates signage. Home-based businesses must maintain the residential character of the neighborhood under Chapter 17.59 (Ordinance 843). The STR ordinance under Chapter 17.64 explicitly prohibits signs indicating property is used or available for transient rental. Design Review may be required for signage in the Commercial or Historic Downtown zones. The site plan review process under Ordinance 846 also addresses signage as part of development review.
Unauthorized signage is subject to code enforcement action. STR signage violations may result in permit revocation under Chapter 17.64.
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