Signs on City Property ZTA 26-13
April 7, 2026
City of Manteca City Council Public Hearing
Project Information
Zoning Text Amendment to:
Sections 17.56.030 (General Prohibition); and
Section 17.56.040 (Signs Allowed on City Property) of Chapter 17.56 (Signs on City Property) of Title 17 of the Manteca Municipal Code.
§ 17.56.030 - Redline
§ 17.56.030 General Prohibition
Unless specifically authorized by this Chapter, no signs may be installed, erected, displayed, or maintained on City property by private parties without a city-approved agreement, franchise, license, or permit. Any sign posted on City property in violation of this Chapter may be summarily removed by the City as a trespass and a public nuisance.
§ 17.56.040 - Redline
§ 17.56.040 - Signs Allowed on City Property
The following signs may be installed, erected, and displayed, and maintained on City property:
A. Traffic control and traffic directional signs erected by the City or another governmental agency; unit; B. Signs required by law;
C. Signs owned erected and maintained by the City, a governmental agency, a private party, or other non-governmental entity; a public agency or on public property;
Zoning Code Intent & Application
CURRENT INTENT & APPLICATION
Prevent the deleterious or inappropriate use of city properties by private parties for public forums or economic gain.
Reserved for authorized by Federal, State, County, or City use to install or erect legal notices or advertisements prescribed by law or of regional interest.
Zoning Code Intent & Application
PROPOSED INTENT & APPLICATION
Expand and enhance public-private partnerships, contribute to placemaking, increasing foot traffic, and strengthen sense of identity in key commercial areas.
Implements 2025-2026 City Council Goals and Priorities (Goal 2 – Economic Development & Vitality)
Approval Findings & CEQA
2043 GENERAL PLAN
Zoning Text Amendment
CEQA
Recommendation
Staff recommends the City Council conduct a public hearing and; Find Zoning Text Amendment 26-13 exempt from further environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act and waive the first reading by substitution of the title, and introduce an Ordinance of the City of Manteca, State of California, amending Sections 17.56.030 (General Prohibition) and 17.56.040 (Signs Allowed on City Property) of Chapter 17.56 of Title 17 of the Manteca Municipal Code.
Thank you
February 19, 2026
City of Manteca Planning Commission Public Hearing