Texas City, Texas sign rules
187 confirmed rules from the City of Texas City'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
Channel letters rules in Texas City
Monument sign rules in Texas City
- IH-45 Highway Corridor. Ground signs next to IH-45 may be taller and larger (Sec. 155.065(E)); the code does not say how far the corridor extends.
Pole or pylon sign rules in Texas City
- IH-45 Highway Corridor. Ground signs next to IH-45 may be taller and larger (Sec. 155.065(E)); the code does not say how far the corridor extends.
Blade or projecting sign rules in Texas City
Awning or canopy sign rules in Texas City
Window sign rules in Texas City
Electronic message sign rules in Texas City
Temporary banner rules in Texas City
28 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 Texas City
- Districts the sign chapter does not nameThe sign chapter ties pole, monument-only and attached-sign size limits to listed districts (D through H, C, C-1, O-P, P-I). It does not mention the CIMU, IBD, LGBD, O or S-P districts or the Gateway, Sixth Street and Environmental overlays. Check with the Building Department which limits apply there.
- Permit fee not publishedThe sign permit fee is set by a fee schedule on file with the Building Official (Sec. 155.023); the published fee schedule has no sign line. Ask the Building Department for the fee.
- Bond or insuranceEvery sign permit applicant must file a continuing bond or a liability insurance policy with the city (Sec. 155.024).
- Clearance rule is unclearSec. 155.006(B) sets a vertical clearance for all signs and sign structures without saying what it is measured from; it is not shown here. Ask the Building Department how it applies to your sign.
Official sources
Permits: The City of Texas City sign permit office, 409-643-5946. Zoning districts: Texas City 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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