Subdivision development signs.
Gulfport Code of Ordinances § 9-116
in effectSec. 9-116. - Subdivision development signs.
The building inspector may issue a special permit for a temporary sign in a zone in connection with the marketing of lots or structures in a subdivision, subject to the following conditions:
(1) Duration: Such permits may be issued for a period not to exceed one (1) year. The building inspector may renew such permits for additional periods of up to one (1) year for each permit upon written application at least thirty (30) days prior to its expiration.
(2) Type of sign: Signs as used in this section refer to all types of signs except signs exempted under sections 9-105 and 9-106 and those prohibited under sections 9-93 and through 9-100.
(3) Legend: The off-site sign may contain advertising in connection with the name of the subdivision, development firm, building, contractor, real estate sales firm, and may refer to materials, appliances, supplies and building trades used in construction of the dwelling units, or services provided by the developer.
(4) Location: Any subdivision development sign shall comply with all applicable setback requirements for the zoning district in which the property is located. No such sign shall be permitted to remain in one (1) subdivision or in one (1) sale of lots or structures in another subdivision, or another unit within the same subdivision, without the express permission of the building inspector.
(Ord. No. 1764, § 10.1, 3-17-87)
Source: City of Gulfport, Mississippi, Code of Ordinances (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/ms/gulfport/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH9PLDE_ARTIVSI_S9-116SUDESIFetched: 11/1/2026