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Murphy, Texas sign rules
252 confirmed rules from the City of Murphy'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: Maximum area, Business2 sq ft per linear ft of occupant space width measured along main entrance or frontage“The sign area of an attached sign shall have a maximum square footage of two (2) times the width of the occupant space as…”§ 26.02.024(1)(A) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
All wall sign figures for an addressChannel letters rules in Murphy
Example: Maximum area, Business2 sq ft per linear ft of occupant space width measured along main entrance or frontageApplies to: Channel letters fixed to a building are attached signs“The sign area of an attached sign shall have a maximum square footage of two (2) times the width of the occupant space as…”§ 26.02.024(1)(A) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
All channel letters figures for an addressMonument sign rules in Murphy
Example: Maximum area, Business50 sq ft“No freestanding sign shall exceed 50 square feet in sign area or seven feet in height except as herein provided.”Sec. 26.02.023(3)(A) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
All monument sign figures for an addressPole or pylon sign rules in Murphy
All pole or pylon sign figures for an addressBlade or projecting sign rules in Murphy
Example: Maximum area, Business2 sq ft per linear ft of occupant space width measured along main entrance or frontageApplies to: Projecting signs are attached signs“The sign area of an attached sign shall have a maximum square footage of two (2) times the width of the occupant space as…”§ 26.02.024(1)(A) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
All blade or projecting sign figures for an addressAwning or canopy sign rules in Murphy
Example: Maximum area, Business2 sq ft per linear ft of occupant space width measured along main entrance or frontageApplies to: Signs on canopy fascia and awnings are attached signs“The sign area of an attached sign shall have a maximum square footage of two (2) times the width of the occupant space as…”§ 26.02.024(1)(A) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
All awning or canopy sign figures for an addressWindow sign rules in Murphy
Example: Maximum area25%“In no event may signs be located on the window surface internally or externally in any manner to obscure more than 25 percent of…”§ 26.02.025 · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
All window sign figures for an addressElectronic message sign rules in Murphy
Example: Permit fee$250“Electronic changeable sign: $250.00.”§ A9.007(6) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
- Electronic message signs. Electronic message signs are banned in Murphy and its ETJ, except on property zoned public/semi-public on a type A major arterial (§ 26.02.009).
Temporary banner rules in Murphy
Example: Number allowed3Applies to: Wind devices promoting a retail or commercial establishment or center“and a maximum number of three permits per year for a given establishment or center.”§ 26.02.013(f) · View source · last checked Nov 13, 2026
All temporary banner figures for an address10 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 Murphy
- Planned developmentsMuch of Murphy's commercial land is zoned PD (PD-R, PD-O, PD-NS, PD-TC, PD-R/LC). A planned development ordinance can set its own sign rules. Check the PD ordinance before relying on Article 26.02.
- Near homes or parksIn business districts, a sign close to a residential district boundary or a public park follows the residential district rules (§ 26.02.022). The residential rules also apply wherever a multifamily residential use occurs (§ 26.02.026).
- New ordinance not yet in the online codeOrdinance 26-11-1425 (adopted 3 Nov 2026) rewrote § 26.02.010 (prohibited signs) and § 26.02.023 (business monument signs) and repealed § 26.02.011. The figures shown use the ordinance text.
Official sources
- Murphy Code of Ordinances, Chapter 26, Article 26.02 Signs (eCode360)
- Murphy Ordinance 26-11-1425 amending Article 26.02 Signs (adopted 3 Nov 2026, not yet codified)
- Murphy Code of Ordinances, Appendix A Fee Schedule, § A9.007 Sign permits (eCode360)
- Murphy Attached Sign Permit Requirements (handout)
- Murphy Banners, Feather Flags and Heavier-than-air Inflatables Permit Requirements (handout)
Permits: The City of Murphy sign permit office, 972-468-4040. Zoning districts: Murphy 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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