CLASSIFICATIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS
Mesa City Code § 11-42-3
in effect11-42-3: - CLASSIFICATIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS
A. Permitted Portable Sign Types. The portable signs as defined in Chapter 50 and described in Table 11-42-3 are permitted in accordance with the requirements set forth in this Sign Ordinance. The Table identifies the specific types of portable signs permitted in a zoning district and establishes the maximum size and height. The height(s) and size(s) in Table 11-42-3 do not increase the sign allowance established in Tables 11-42-2; the more restrictive standards from Tables 11-42-2-C through G and Table 11-42-3 apply.
Table 11-42-3: Portable Sign Types
Description | Sign Type/Maximums | Illustrative Examples | Permitted Zoning
Rigid: A sign made of durable, non-pliant material such as wood, sheet metal, plastic, or other lightweight rigid material | A-frame or T-frame: A light weight portable sign resting atop the ground without penetrating the ground. Max. Size: 8 sq. ft. Max. Height: 4 ft. | [image omitted; see the official code] | AG | RS | RSL | RM
OC | NC | LC | GC
DR-1 | DR-2 | DR-3 | MX
DB-1 | DB-2 | DC | PEP
LI | GI | HI | EO
T3N | T4N | T4NF | T4MS
T5N | T5MSF | T5MS | T6MS
Attached: Affixed to a building or wall. | [image omitted; see the official code] | AG | RS | RSL | RM
OC | NC | LC | GC
DR-1 | DR-2 | DR-3 | MX
DB-1 | DB-2 | DC | PEP
LI | GI | HI | EO
T3N | T4N | T4NF | T4MS
T5N | T5MSF | T5MS | T6MS
Detached: Affixed to post(s) or stake(s) that penetrates the ground. Max. Size: 32 sq. ft. Max. Height: 8 ft. | [image omitted; see the official code] | AG | RS | RSL | RM
OC | NC | LC | GC
DR-1 | DR-2 | DR-3 | MX
DB-1 | DB-2 | DC | PEP
LI | GI | HI | EO
T3N | T4N | T4NF | T4MS
T5N | T5MSF | T5MS | T6MS
Semi-rigid: A sign made of cardboard, foam-core, thin plastic, paper, or other quasi-rigid but less durable material. | Detached Yard: Affixed to a stake(s), post(s), or other device that penetrates the ground. Max. Size: 6 sq. ft. Max. Height: 3-feet | [image omitted; see the official code] | AG | RS | RSL | RM
OC | NC | LC | GC
DR-1 | DR-2 | DR-3 | MX
DB-1 | DB-2 | DC | PEP
LI | GI | HI | EO
T3N | T4N | T4NF | T4MS
T5N | T5MSF | T5MS | T6MS
Fabric: A sign made of durable fabric or similar pliant flexible material. | Detached Banners: Fabric affixed to a stake, post, or other device that penetrates the ground. Max. Size: 12 sq. ft. Max. Height: 6-feet | [image omitted; see the official code] | AG | RS | RSL | RM
OC | NC | LC | GC
DR-1 | DR-2 | DR-3 | MX
DB-1 | DB-2 | DC | PEP
LI | GI | HI | EO
T3N | T4N | T4NF | T4MS
T5N | T5MSF | T5MS | T6MS
Wall Banners: Fabric affixed to a building, wall, or fence. Max. Size: 32 sq. ft. Max. Height: Less than roof or parapet | [image omitted; see the official code] | AG | RS | RSL | RM
OC | NC | LC | GC
DR-1 | DR-2 | DR-3 | MX
DB-1 | DB-2 | DC | PEP
LI | GI | HI | EO
T3N | T4N | T4NF | T4MS
T5N | T5MSF | T5MS | T6MS
Air Activated: A sign that moves or makes motions when wind is applied powered means. Max. Height: 12-feet | [image omitted; see the official code] | AG | RS | RSL | RM
OC | NC | LC | GC
DR-1 | DR-2 | DR-3 | MX
DB-1 | DB-2 | DC | PEP
LI | GI | HI | EO
T3N | T4N | T4NF | T4MS
T5N | T5MSF | T5MS | T6MS
Balloons: A bag or similar flexible, non-rigid enclosure, that holds air or gas attached by a tether to a fixed place. Max. Height: 20-feet | [image omitted; see the official code] | AG | RS | RSL | RM
OC | NC | LC | GC
DR-1 | DR-2 | DR-3 | MX
DB-1 | DB-2 | DC | PEP
LI | GI | HI | EO
T3N | T4N | T4NF | T4MS
T5N | T5MSF | T5MS | T6MS
[image omitted; see the official code] | Not Allowed
[image omitted; see the official code] | Allowed
Note: Portable sign allowances for properties in ID-1, ID-2, or PC districts are permitted as provided in the plan approved for that development or as allowed in the base zoning district.
Source: City of Mesa, Arizona, Mesa City Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/az/mesa/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_TIT11ZOOR_ART5SIOR_CH42POSI_11-42-3CLDEFetched: 11/1/2026