No exterior business signage is permitted for home-based businesses in unincorporated San Mateo County residential zones. Any commercial identification visible from the street violates Home Occupation Permit conditions.
San Mateo County's Home Occupation Permit prohibits exterior signs, banners, or commercial identification at residential properties. Signage that identifies the location as a business to passersby is not permitted. Commercial vehicles with business markings regularly parked outside are also prohibited. Violations can result in permit revocation and code enforcement action by the County Building Inspection Division.
Sign removal order. Home occupation permit revocation risk. Code compliance fines $100 to $500.
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