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Denton, Texas sign rules

213 confirmed rules from the City of Denton'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 13, 2026.

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Wall sign rules in Denton

Allowed. 28 confirmed rules: permit required, number allowed, minimum setback, illumination, permit fee, submit with the application, other limit.

Example: Minimum setback, Nonresidential200 ftApplies to: Wall sign over 15 ft high visible from a single-family district or residence; internally illuminated“Internally Illuminated 200 feet”Sec. 33-14, 33.14.2(e)(2) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
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Channel letters rules in Denton

Allowed. 25 confirmed rules: permit required, number allowed, minimum setback, illumination, permit fee, submit with the application, other limit.

Example: Minimum setback, Nonresidential200 ftApplies to: Wall sign over 15 ft high visible from a single-family district or residence; internally illuminated“Internally Illuminated 200 feet”Sec. 33-14, 33.14.2(e)(2) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
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Monument sign rules in Denton

Allowed in some districts. 44 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, maximum height, number allowed, minimum setback, minimum spacing, illumination, permit fee, submit with the application, other limit.

Example: Maximum area, Central Business60 sq ft“No ground or roof sign shall have an effective area greater than sixty (60) feet”Sec. 33-14, 33.14.4(b) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
  • Ground sign size depends on the street. Denton sets ground sign area and height by the street the property fronts: IH-35, Loop 288, other primary arterials, or other streets.
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Pole or pylon sign rules in Denton

Allowed in some districts. 45 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, maximum height, number allowed, minimum setback, minimum spacing, illumination, permit fee, submit with the application, other limit.

Example: Maximum area, Central Business60 sq ft“No ground or roof sign shall have an effective area greater than sixty (60) feet”Sec. 33-14, 33.14.4(b) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
  • Ground sign size depends on the street. Denton sets ground sign area and height by the street the property fronts: IH-35, Loop 288, other primary arterials, or other streets.
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Blade or projecting sign rules in Denton

Allowed in some districts. 27 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, minimum clearance, minimum setback, illumination, permit fee, submit with the application, other limit.

Example: Maximum area20% (20 percent of the wall area on which the signs are located)“The total square footage of all projecting signs shall not exceed twenty (20) percent of the wall area to which such signs are located.”Sec. 33-15, 33.15.3(c) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
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Awning or canopy sign rules in Denton

17 confirmed rules: permit required, illumination, permit fee, submit with the application, other limit.

Example: Permit fee$75Applies to: Sign of 0 to 60 square feet“0-60 square feet $75”Table 5 Sign Permit Fees · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
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Window sign rules in Denton

5 confirmed rules: permit required, illumination, permit fee, other limit.

Example: Permit fee$37Applies to: Window or door vinyl sign“Sign Permit for Window/Door Vinyl $37”Table 5 Sign Permit Fees · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
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Temporary banner rules in Denton

Allowed. 14 confirmed rules: permit required, number allowed, permit fee, submit with the application, other limit.

Example: Number allowed3“No more than three (3) permits may be issued for any one location in any one calendar year.”Sec. 33-9, 33.9.4(c) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
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42 more lines could not be confirmed by our automatic checks, so no figures are shown for them. A lookup lists them with the section to check.

Before you file in Denton

  • Downtown (central business district)Denton's sign code has separate rules for the central business district (smaller ground signs, projecting signs over the sidewalk, A-frame signs), but it does not say which map districts that covers. For downtown property, ask the city whether those rules apply.
  • Historic and overlay districtsThe Oak-Hickory and West Oak historic districts, the Fry Street Overlay and The Denton Square District change the sign rules (some sign types are not allowed, wall signs are limited, and a certificate of appropriateness or design consistency may be needed). Rules for Fry Street and The Denton Square District could not be confirmed, so ask the city.
  • Planned developmentsIn a PD (planned development) or MPC (master planned community) district the signs follow the district's ordinance or plan. Check the ordinance or ask the city.
  • Recent special sign districtsSome special sign districts approved since 2023 may not be on the city map yet. Ask the city whether one applies.

Official sources

Permits: The City of Denton sign permit office, 940-349-8600.

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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