PUBLIC NOTICE
ROYALTON TOWNSHIP, BERRIEN COUNTY, MICHIGAN
NOTICE OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT – SECTION 17.11 (SIGNS)
Notice is hereby given that the Royalton Township Board of Trustees, at a regularly scheduled meeting, has adopted an amendment to the Royalton Township Zoning Ordinance, specifically Section 17.11 – Signs, as part of the General Provisions chapter.
The purpose of this amendment is to update and clarify regulations pertaining to the placement, size, type, illumination, and digital signage within the Township, ensuring update regulations, improve safety, consistency, and aesthetics regarding the placement, size, type, illumination, and digital signage.
Summary of Changes to Section 17.11 – Signs:
Revised definitions and classifications of sign types.
Updated standards for sign height, area, and setbacks.
New provisions for digital and electronic message signs.
Clarified requirements for temporary and portable signs.
Enhanced enforcement and compliance procedures.
The amended ordinance was adopted on December 8, 2025, and will become effective 7 days after notice of ordinance adoption is published.
A complete copy of the amended Zoning Ordinance, including Section 17.11, is available for public review at the Royalton Township Hall, 980 Miners Road, St. Joseph, MI 49085. (269) 429-2501, www.royaltontownship.org
Tony Riegel
Zoning Administrator
Royalton Township