Oklahoma § 69-1274 - Signs permitted in control area

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 69-1274 — Signs permitted in control area, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 69-1274. Signs permitted in control area

After the effective date of this act no sign shall, except as

provided in Section 8, be erected or maintained in a control area,

except the following:

(a) Informational and other official signs, including, but not

limited to, signs pertaining to natural wonders, scenic and

historical attractions, which are required or authorized by law, and

which comply with regulations which shall be promulgated by the

Department relative to their lighting, size, number, spacing, and

such other requirements as may be appropriate to implement this act;

provided, however, that such regulations shall not be inconsistent

with, nor more restrictive than, such national standards as may be

promulgated from time to time by the Secretary of the Department of

Transportation of the United States pursuant to federal law.

(b) On-premise activities signs advertising activities conducted

on the property on which they are located, including but not limited

to, goods sold, stored, manufactured, processed or mined thereon;

services rendered thereon; and entertainment provided thereon.

(c) On-premise sale or lease signs advertising the sale or lease

of property upon which they are located.

(d) Signs in existence in business areas on the effective date

of this act and signs erected within six (6) months thereafter upon

property in business areas leased prior to said effective date,

subject to the conditions set forth in Section 8.

(e) Signs which are to be erected in business areas and which

will comply when erected with the provisions of Section 5 of this

act, and after the applicable provisions of Section 7 are met.

Adsded by Laws 1968, c. 191, § 4, emerg. eff. April 15, 1968.

Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 69-1274

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 69-1274 cover?

Section 69-1274 ("Signs permitted in control area") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Oklahoma § 69-1274?

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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?

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How does Oklahoma § 69-1274 apply to my situation?

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