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Grapevine, Texas sign rules

204 confirmed rules from the City of Grapevine's sign code for 8 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

Wall sign rules in Grapevine

Allowed in some districts. 34 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, minimum clearance, number allowed, illumination, other limit.

Example: Maximum area, CN, CC, RA and PCD25% (25% of the wall)“Wall: 25 percent of the wall.”Sec. 60.H.3(e) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026

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Channel letters rules in Grapevine

Allowed. 25 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, minimum clearance, number allowed, illumination, other limit.

Example: Maximum area, CBD Central Business15% (15% of the wall)Note: Except historic wall signs approved by the Historic Preservation Commission; channel letters mounted on a building wall as a wall sign“Wall signs: 15 percent of the wall, except for historic wall signs approved by the Historic Preservation Commission.”Sec. 60.G.3(d) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026

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Monument sign rules in Grapevine

Allowed, with conditions. 43 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, maximum height, number allowed, minimum setback, illumination, other limit.

Example: Maximum area100 sq ftApplies to: Monument signs, except HC properties fronting Wall Street“Maximum gross surface area: 100 square feet except as provided for in Section 60.B.2c.6.”Sec. 60.B.2.c(3) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026

Conditional use permits. Pole signs, taller highway signs, extra freestanding signs in planned commercial centers and more changeable copy need a conditional use permit approved by City Council (Sec. 60.B.2, Sec. 60.H-K). Ask the city whether the property already has one.

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Pole or pylon sign rules in Grapevine

Allowed, with conditions. 46 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, maximum height, minimum clearance, number allowed, minimum setback, illumination, submit with the application, other limit.

Example: Maximum area108 sq ftApplies to: Pole sign cabinet, signs up to 20 ft“The maximum gross surface of the sign cabinet shall be 108 square feet with a maximum cabinet width of 12 feet”Sec. 60.B.2.d(4) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026

Conditional use permits. Pole signs, taller highway signs, extra freestanding signs in planned commercial centers and more changeable copy need a conditional use permit approved by City Council (Sec. 60.B.2, Sec. 60.H-K). Ask the city whether the property already has one.

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Blade or projecting sign rules in Grapevine

Allowed. 10 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, minimum clearance, number allowed, illumination, other limit.

Example: Maximum area, CBD Central Business25 sq ft“Projecting signs: 25 square feet.”Sec. 60.G.3(b) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026

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Awning or canopy sign rules in Grapevine

Allowed. 25 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, maximum height, minimum clearance, number allowed, illumination, other limit.

Example: Maximum area, CBD Central Business25% (25% of the awning, canopy or marquee)“Awning, canopy and marquee: 25 percent of the awning, canopy or marquee.”Sec. 60.G.3(e) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026

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Electronic message sign rules in Grapevine

Allowed, with conditions. 14 confirmed rules: permit required, maximum area, maximum height, minimum setback, minimum spacing, illumination, electronic message limits, other limit.

Example: Maximum area100 sq ft per 100 linear ft of street frontageApplies to: Electronic message signs exempt from the flashing/moving sign ban of Sec. 60.C.5 (not visible from public rights-of-way, on-premises)“Maximum gross surface area: 100 square feet per 100 linear feet of street frontage of the lot.”Sec. 60.C.5.d · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026

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Before you file in Grapevine

Sign permit fee not foundGrapevine's code and fee pages do not list a sign permit fee. The city collects a plan review fee (a share of the permit fee) when a sign application is submitted. Ask Building Services for the fee. Source
Historic districts and Main StreetSigns in Grapevine's historic districts (including the Historic Grapevine Township and Main Street) or on historic landmarks need a Certificate of Appropriateness in addition to the sign permit, and a pre-construction meeting before the building permit. The city's historic design guidelines also cover signs. Historic replica and historic wall signs need historic preservation approval (Sec. 60.E.1(k), Sec. 60.G). Source
Governmental Use districtSigns in the GU district follow the most restrictive adjacent district (Sec. 60.L). Ask the city which rules apply.
Entertainment and Attraction OverlayIn the Entertainment and Attraction Overlay, relief from the sign standards may be granted (Section 41A). Ask the city whether the property is in it.

Official sources

Grapevine Code of Ordinances, Appendix D Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No. 82-73, Section 60 Sign Standards (Municode)

Permits: The City of Grapevine sign permit office, 817-410-3165. Zoning districts: Grapevine 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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