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CITYSyracuse, UT · May 27, 2026

Sign and Lighting Regulations Amendment (SMC 10.45)

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The Council discussed recommendations to the Planning Commission regarding amendments to Syracuse Municipal Code (SMC) Section 10.45, pertaining to sign and lighting regulations, specifically for taller commercial signage.

The Bottom Line

The City Council is considering allowing taller commercial signs, particularly near freeway overpasses, and will forward recommendations to the Planning Commission.

Highlights

  • An applicant/developer requested taller/larger signage (50 feet) than the current ordinance allows (25 feet) for a commercial property at 3000 West and 1700 South.
  • Mayor Maughan suggested ordinance language specify properties 'directly adjacent to a freeway overpass' for increased sign height.
  • Discussion included whether increased sign height should be limited to overpasses with freeway access or all overpasses.
  • Council expressed support for including language requiring a dark background for signs.
  • The item will be forwarded to the Planning Commission for review and then return to a future Council agenda.

Key Numbers

  • Requested sign height: 50 feet
  • Current ordinance sign height: 25 feet

Source Verification

City Council | Syracuse, UT | Segment 2/3

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  • "Planning item E2: Discussion/consideration of recommendation to Planning Commission regarding amendments to Section 10.45 of the Syracuse Municipal Code (SMC) pertaining to sign and lighting regulations."
    — Segment 2/3
  • "Applicant/developer requesting taller/larger signage (50 feet) than current ordinance allows (25 feet) for a commercial property at 3000 West and 1700 South."
    — Segment 2/3
  • "Mayor Maughan suggested ordinance language specify properties "directly adjacent to a freeway overpass" for increased sign height."
    — Segment 2/3
  • "Item to be forwarded to the Planning Commission for review and then return to a future Council agenda."
    — Segment 2/3