Commercial Signs Regulatory Program
Right of way
Overview
TxDOT regulates commercial signs along Texas highways under Transportation Code Ch. 391 and outdoor advertising along minor roads outside of the corporate limits of cities, towns and villages under Transportation Code Ch. 394. Commercial signs do not include signs located within the state right of way, including traffic signs, memorial signs, or logo signs.
Texas Administrative Code
Amended regulations for commercial signs licensing and permitting are effective September 1, 2024.
All regulations concerning commercial signs and outdoor advertising in Texas can be found online in the following subchapters of the Title 43 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 21:
- Interstate and Primary Highways: Subchapter I
- Rural Roads: Subchapter K
- Directional Signs: Subchapter Q
Commercial signs, junkyards, and regulated highways map
The regulations for commercial signs and outdoor advertising in Texas require information such as the classification of roadways and the locations of other permitted signs. TxDOT maintains a public-access reference map to assist you with obtaining some of this information; a link to which is provided below:
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More information
- Commercial signs notices
- Certified cities
- Commercial signs prohibited on certain highways: Transportation Code 391.252
- Commercial sign regulations video
- Campaign signs
If you require assistance or have questions concerning commercial signs and outdoor advertising, please contact the Right of Way Division. Responses usually occur within one business day.