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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.
What the confirmed rules cover
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
All wall sign figures for an addressChannel letters rules in Denton
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
All channel letters figures for an addressMonument sign rules in Denton
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.
Pole or pylon sign rules in Denton
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.
Blade or projecting sign rules in Denton
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
All blade or projecting sign figures for an addressAwning or canopy sign rules in Denton
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
All awning or canopy sign figures for an addressWindow sign rules in Denton
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
All window sign figures for an addressElectronic message sign rules in Denton
All electronic message sign figures for an addressTemporary banner rules in Denton
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
All temporary banner figures for an address42 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
- Denton Code of Ordinances, Subpart B, Chapter 33 Signs and Advertising Devices (Municode)
- Denton Development Code, Subchapter 4 Overlay and Historic Districts - district sign provisions (Municode)
- Denton Development Services Permit and Fee Schedule (Building and Health Permit Fee Schedule, effective October 1, 2026, Ordinance 26-1576)
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.
Rules are extracted from official city documents by AI and checked automatically, not reviewed by a person. How the checks work