Custom Signage Plan Amendments (TC-6-26): This is an external text change that proposes amendments to UDO Section 10.2.21.G, which establishes additional limitations for Custom Signage Plans. The proposal would increase the maximum number of lines of copy allowed on certain ground and tract identification signs from 5 to 10 lines and increase the maximum sign area from 100 square feet to 300 square feet.

The proposed changes are intended to provide additional flexibility for identification and directional signage within developments that qualify for a Custom Signage Plan. Read the draft ordinance.

Background information:

• Authorized at the September 15, 2026, City Council meeting
• To consider amendments to the additional limitations applicable to Custom Signage Plans in UDO Section 10.2.21.G. The proposed changes are intended to provide additional flexibility for identification and directional signage within developments that qualify for a Custom Signage Plan.

Proposed Text Change: 

• The changes below are proposed to the additional limitations for Custom Signage Plans pursuant to UDO Section 10.2.21.G.
• Increase the maximum number of lines of copy permitted on low, medium, and high-profile ground signs and tract identification signs within areas subject to a Custom Signage Plan from 5 lines to 10 lines.
• Increase the maximum sign area permitted for low, medium, and high-profile ground signs and tract identification signs within areas subject to a Custom Signage Plan from 100 square feet to 300 square feet.

Public Meeting Schedule: 

This text change is scheduled for a Planning Commission Text Change Committee meeting in the Raleigh Municipal Building (222 W. Hargett Street, Raleigh NC) Room 305 on October 21, 2026, at 3 p.m. Comments after October 22 should be submitted directly to Justin Bucher.