Are LED Signs Allowed in Duluth, Gwinnett County, Georgia? A Guide to Permits, Sizes, and Zoning

EMC Sign Allowed?

❌No. EMC signs are not permitted within the City of Duluth.

"No sign shall include electronic message centers, LED, or digital display components that change text, graphics, or messages."

🔗 Full Ordinance – City of Duluth Sign Code

🔗 Zoning & Parcel View – City of Duluth Zoning & Parcel View

There is no variance process currently available to request exceptions for EMC signs.

Ordinance Statement

Direct excerpt from Duluth Code of Ordinances, Chapter 7, Article III, Signs:

"Signs with electronic message centers or similar digital display technology are strictly prohibited in all zoning classifications."

EMC Sign Summary Table

Since EMCs are prohibited, the table below is not applicable. No zoning districts, sign types, or setback requirements apply for EMC signs in Duluth.

Feature	Answer
Zoning districts that allow EMCs	None
EMC sign styles allowed	None
Off-premise EMCs allowed	No
EMCs in ROW	No
Minimum setback required	N/A
Use restrictions	❌EMCs prohibited in all zoning districts

Zoning District Overview

All Duluth zoning districts, including commercial, industrial, residential, and civic, follow the general sign prohibition regarding electronic message centers.

Total number of zoning districts: All categories regulated for signage

Zoning-Specific Standards

Not applicable, as EMC signs are prohibited in every district.

Permit Filing Requirements

No permit application for EMC signs is available, as installation is prohibited. For general sign permits (non-EMC), consult the Duluth Planning & Zoning Department:
Planning & Zoning Permit Information

Local Project Examples

Not applicable – no EMC signs are legally allowed in Duluth.

Full Ordinance Text (Verbatim)