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Bellaire, Texas sign rules

211 confirmed rules from the City of Bellaire's sign code for 9 sign types, each quoted word for word with its code section and a link to the official source. Last checked Nov 14, 2026.

What the confirmed rules cover

Wall sign rules in Bellaire

Allowed. 39 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, number allowed, illumination, permit fee, other limit.

Example: Maximum area10 sq ftApplies to: Auxiliary/public information window or wall signs (pricing, credit cards, official notices, directions to offices, restrooms, exits and the like)“The combined area of all auxiliary/public information signs for any entity may not exceed ten (10) square feet.”Sec. 24-1003(22) · View source · last checked Nov 14, 2026

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Channel letters rules in Bellaire

Allowed. 39 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, number allowed, illumination, permit fee, other limit.

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Monument sign rules in Bellaire

Allowed. 47 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, maximum height, number allowed, minimum setback, minimum spacing, illumination, electronic message limits, permit fee, other limit.

Example: Maximum area60 sq ftNote: Institutions (church, school or other public service non-profit entity)“Maximum area. Sixty (60) square feet.”Sec. 24-1012.B(1)b) · View source · last checked Nov 14, 2026

Pole and changeable copy signs are prohibited. Pole signs, billboards, portable signs and changeable copy signs are prohibited in all zoning districts (Sec. 24-1008). An electronic message display must be part of a permitted monument sign (Sec. 24-1010.5).
Second monument sign only on listed streets. A second monument sign is allowed only when the building fronts two of Bellaire Blvd., S. Rice Ave., Bissonnet St. or listed blocks of Newcastle, with spacing and distance-from-residential limits, or for a service station on a corner lot (Sec. 24-1011.C).

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Pole or pylon sign rules in Bellaire

Not allowed. 2 confirmed rules: electronic message limits.

Pole and changeable copy signs are prohibited. Pole signs, billboards, portable signs and changeable copy signs are prohibited in all zoning districts (Sec. 24-1008). An electronic message display must be part of a permitted monument sign (Sec. 24-1010.5).

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Blade or projecting sign rules in Bellaire

2 confirmed rules: other limit.

Example: Other limit1 ft“Sign, wall. A sign affixed flat against and parallel to a building wall and projecting no more than one (1) foot perpendicular from the…”Sec. 24-1003(58) · View source · last checked Nov 14, 2026

Signs not specifically allowed are prohibited. The sign article is construed as prohibiting any sign not specifically allowed (Sec. 24-1002). It has no projecting, blade or awning sign type; only small canopy signs may be mounted perpendicular to the wall.

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Awning or canopy sign rules in Bellaire

Allowed in some districts. 23 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, minimum clearance, permit fee, other limit.

Example: Maximum area4.5 sq ftApplies to: Canopy sign as defined“have an area no greater than four and one-half (4½) square feet and provide clearance from grade of at least eight (8) feet.”Sec. 24-1003(28) · View source · last checked Nov 14, 2026

Signs not specifically allowed are prohibited. The sign article is construed as prohibiting any sign not specifically allowed (Sec. 24-1002). It has no projecting, blade or awning sign type; only small canopy signs may be mounted perpendicular to the wall.

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Window sign rules in Bellaire

Allowed. 17 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, permit fee, other limit.

Example: Maximum area10 sq ftApplies to: Auxiliary/public information window or wall signs (pricing, credit cards, official notices, directions to offices, restrooms, exits)“The combined area of all auxiliary/public information signs for any entity may not exceed ten (10) square feet.”Sec. 24-1003(22) · View source · last checked Nov 14, 2026

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Electronic message sign rules in Bellaire

Allowed, with conditions. 23 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, number allowed, illumination, electronic message limits, permit fee, other limit.

Example: Maximum area20 sq ft“The total area of the changeable copy message is limited to twenty (20) square feet and shall be limited to no more than fifty…”Sec. 24-1010.5.A · View source · last checked Nov 14, 2026

Pole and changeable copy signs are prohibited. Pole signs, billboards, portable signs and changeable copy signs are prohibited in all zoning districts (Sec. 24-1008). An electronic message display must be part of a permitted monument sign (Sec. 24-1010.5).
Second monument sign only on listed streets. A second monument sign is allowed only when the building fronts two of Bellaire Blvd., S. Rice Ave., Bissonnet St. or listed blocks of Newcastle, with spacing and distance-from-residential limits, or for a service station on a corner lot (Sec. 24-1011.C).

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Before you file in Bellaire

Some districts are not named in the sign articleBellaire's sign article (Ch. 24 Art. X) sets business sign limits for L-610, LI and TRP and for "all other commercial and mixed-use districts". It does not say whether newer districts such as the Bellaire Makers District (BMD) or the North Bellaire Special Development District (NBSDD) count as commercial or mixed-use, and the city's map data may still show older codes (TRP, UV-T) there. Ask the city which limits apply.
Business signs and institution signs differSec. 24-1011 covers signs for business entities on property in commercial use; Sec. 24-1012 covers signs for institutions (churches, schools and other public service non-profits) with different district lists. Use the rules that match the sign owner.
New fee scheduleBellaire adopted a new fee schedule on 11/02/2026. The fees shown come from it; a permit processing fee applies to every permit.

Official sources

Permits: The City of Bellaire sign permit office, 713-662-8240. Zoning districts: Bellaire zoning map.

Not legal advice. The city has the final say. Planned developments, master sign plans and special sign districts can override the general sign code. Check the linked section before you file.

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