Standards Committee

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2.12. II.  Specific Sign Types Permitted On Single Family Lots

Address signs – No person may place a sign on any right-of-way of a road unless authorized by The Woodlands Township.  The colors and materials used in an address sign must be compatible with those used in the construction of the dwelling.  The sign face may not exceed six square feet in area. 

Builder Signs – (No longer applicable to Windsor Hills)

Contractor Signs – A contractor performing construction or remodeling work may erect one identification sign on the lot where work is being performed.  Contractor signs may be displayed only during the time work is being performed at that site and must be removed within 48 hours following completion of the work.  The sign face may not exceed six square feet.

Flags – No more than two flags are permitted on any lot.  Flags must be in good taste.  Flags located in the front yard must be a least 20 feet from the pavement edge.  Flag poles may not exceed the height of the residence or 25 feet, whichever is less.  Flags may not be mounted on trees.

Political Signs – See Standard 2.10

F.   Real Estate Signs – One sign advertising that the Property is for sale, rent or lease is allowed on each single family lot, and must be removed within seven days following the sale or rental of that property.  One open house sign is allowed per lot during the time the dwelling is open for public inspection. The sign face of a real estate sign may not exceed six square feet in area.

Safety Signs – Two safety-related signs used during the period children are at play are permitted provided that the signs do not exceed four square feet in area.  Signs must be stored out of public view when not in use.

Youth Activity Signs and Military Service Signs. – Temporary signs promoting school activities, youth activities and military service are allowed on a lot.  No more than four temporary signs are allowed on any lot.  Signs must not exceed four square feet in area and must be located with 20 feet of the dwelling.  No more than four signs of any kind are permitted on any lot.

Exceptions – Official signs and special event signs authorized by The Woodlands Township are exempt from this Standard.