Chapter 30 — ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT CODE›Article XII — SIGN REGULATIONS
Division 7 — TEMPORARY SIGNS
Fontana Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-10-02 · Fontana
Sec. 30-748. - Purpose.¶
In addition to Division 1 of this article, the purpose of this division is to ensure that temporary signs do not create a distraction to the traveling public by limiting the proliferation of temporary signs and eliminating aesthetic blight and litter that are detrimental to the public's health, safety, and welfare.
(Ord. No. 1868, § 9(Att. 2), 5-25-21)
Sec. 30-749. - General standards for all temporary signs.¶
(a)
Temporary sign content neutrality. All regulations and standards in this division are to be exercised in light of the City's content neutrality policy. These provisions are not intended to limit, censor, or restrict free speech.
(b)
Sign area. The number and area of temporary signs shall not be included in the calculation of permanent sign area.
(c)
Duration and removal of temporary signs. Temporary signs may be posted for no more than 60 days, unless otherwise specified in this article. Temporary signs and their components shall be promptly removed at the expiration of the design review temporary sign approval.
(d)
Materials maintenance. Temporary signs shall be well maintained pursuant to Section 30-737.
(e)
Illumination prohibited. Temporary signs shall not be illuminated.
(f)
Sign placement.
(1)
Temporary signs are allowed on private property only subject to permission of the property owner.
(2)
Temporary signs shall not be placed in any public right-of-way except in compliance with Division 9.
(Ord. No. 1868, § 9(Att. 2), 5-25-21)
Sec. 30-750. - Temporary sign standards for residential zoning districts.¶
See Section 30-721 for permitted temporary sign types and standards in residential zoning districts, including residential activities such as yard sales, new construction, and advertisement for a property that is for sale, rent, or lease.
(Ord. No. 1868, § 9(Att. 2), 5-25-21)
Sec. 30-751. - Temporary sign standards for nonresidential zoning districts.¶
Temporary signs shall comply with the standards set forth in this division. Table No. 30-751.A identifies the sign type, number, location, area, and height allowed within nonresidential zoning districts, along with any applicable additional regulations. The standards contained in Table No. 30-751.A are maximums, unless otherwise stated. The signs in Table No. 30-751.A are allowed in any combination unless otherwise noted in this division.
Table No. 30-751.A. Nonresidential Zoning Districts
| Sign Type | Maximum Number | Maximum Sign Area | Maximum Sign Height | Additional Regulations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. Banner sign | 1 per business frontage | 30 square feet or 10 percent of business frontage on which banner is placed, whichever is greater | N/A | • For the purposes of calculating allowed banner sign area, the height of a business frontage shall be eight feet regardless of existing conditions • See subsection 30-752(a) |
| b. Feather sign | 1 per 25 linear feet of street frontage up to four signs per street frontage | 12 sf | 10 ft | • See subsection 30-752(b) • Not permitted in the downtown core |
| c. Yard sign | 1 per business frontage | 12 sf (lots < 1 acre) | 6 ft (lots < 1 acre) | • See subsection 30-752(c) • See subsection 30-721(b) • Not permitted in the downtown core |
| 32 sf (lots ≥ 1 acre) | 8 ft (lots ≥ 1 acre) |
(Ord. No. 1868, § 9(Att. 2), 5-25-21; Ord. No. 1974, § 4(Exh. A), 9-9-25)
Sec. 30-752. - Standards by temporary sign type.¶
(a)
Temporary banner sign. Businesses and institutions may exhibit banner signs advertising an activity or event having a specific duration, or the end of which is related to a specific action.
(1)
Installation. Banner signs shall be affixed to a permanent structure. Banner signs shall be securely affixed at all corners and other points as necessary.
(2)
Projection. Banner signs shall not project above the edge of the roof of a structure.
(3)
Materials and maintenance. Banner signs shall be professionally crafted and well maintained (i.e., not torn, bent, faded, or dirty). Acceptable materials for banner signs include vinyl, nylon reinforced vinyl, mesh, PVC film, polypropylene, polyethylene or polyester-like materials, or similar materials.
(b)
Temporary feather sign. Businesses and institutions may exhibit feather signs related to an activity or event having a specific duration, or the end of which is related to a specific action.
(1)
Location and setback. Feather signs shall not interfere with either pedestrian or vehicular sight distance, any view corridor, or obstruct views to any existing business or existing permanent sign. Feather signs shall be set back a minimum of five feet from any property line and located within a landscaped setback.
(2)
Duration. Feather signs are permitted during the hours a business is open for business and one-half hour before opening and one-half hour after closing. Feather signs shall be removed during hours when the establishment is not open to the public.
(3)
Materials and maintenance. Feather signs shall be professionally crafted and well maintained (i.e., not torn, bent, faded, or dirty). Acceptable materials for feather signs include vinyl, nylon reinforced vinyl, polyethylene or polyester-like materials, durable fabric, or similar materials.
(c)
Temporary yard sign. Businesses and institutions may exhibit yard signs related to an activity or event having a specific duration, or the end of which is related to a specific action.
(1)
Location and setback. Yard signs shall be located outside of public rights-of-way. Yard signs shall be set back at least one foot from any property line and located within the landscaped setback.
(2)
Installation. Yard signs shall be installed securely in the ground.
(Ord. No. 1868, § 9(Att. 2), 5-25-21)
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