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Groves amends sign code to allow small home‑occupation signs in residential districts
Summary
Council adopted Ordinance 2026‑06 to permit limited home‑occupation signage in R1 and R2 zones (examples and limits were discussed: 2 square feet maximum, flush‑mounted, one sign per lot, permit required). The measure passed after debate about preserving residential character.
The Groves City Council on March 9 adopted Ordinance 2026‑06 amending section 9300 of the municipal code to allow limited business signage for registered home occupations in R1 and R2 single‑family residential zoning districts. Staff walked council through the proposed table of restrictions: a maximum area of two square feet, flush mounting to the main structure, maximum thickness of three inches, no moving parts, one sign per lot and a sign permit requirement.
Council members debated whether allowing home‑occupation signs would erode residential character. One member expressed strong opposition to introducing business signs in single‑family neighborhoods; other members said restricted, permitted signs would provide an avenue for small home businesses if the rules are followed. After discussion, council voted to adopt the ordinance as drafted, with staff to administer sign permits under the sign code.
Ordinance 2026‑06 was adopted; staff will implement the permit process and return to council if modifications are needed.
