Reminder of the regulations concerning outdoor signs in effect since 01/07/18

The regulations impose several rules:

• The surface area of signs on commercial facades is limited to 15% for facades greater than 50 m² and 25% for facades less than 50 m²;
• The total surface area of the roof signs of the same building must not exceed 60 m², except for certain cultural institutions. The list is laid down by order of the Minister of Culture;
• Roof signs must be in cut-out letters;
• Illuminated signs must be turned off between 1:00 am and 6:00 am when the business activity advertised has ceased;
• Flashing illuminated signs are prohibited, except for pharmacy or other emergency service signs;
• Signs must not extend beyond the roof gutter line. Signs are fitted to the facade or on the roof;
• Signs of more than 1 m² fixed to or installed directly on the ground are limited to one on each of the roads open to public traffic bordering the building where the activity is carried out;
• Application form CERFA 14798*01 for authorisation to display a sign is the sole legal administrative document applicable throughout France.