5-12(D)   PERMITTING

In addition to complying with the applicable provisions for signs in this IDO, a sign may require a Sign Permit as described in this Subsection 14-16-5-12(D) and in Subsection 14-16-6-5(C) (Permit - Sign).

5-12(D)(1)   Signs that Require a Sign Permit

5-12(D)(1)(a)   Unless exempted by Subsection 14-16-5-12(D)(2) (Activities That Do Not Require a Sign Permit), new signs that meet any of the following criteria may not be erected until a Sign Permit is obtained pursuant to Subsection 14-16-6-5(C) (Permit - Sign):

   1.   Signs with an area greater than 24 square feet.

   2.   Signs taller than 8 feet.

   3.   Illuminated signs.

   4.   Signs with moving elements.

   5.   Freestanding and projecting signs.

   6.   Portable signs.

   7.   Electronic signs, including changes to an existing sign that turn it into an electronic sign and expansion of the electronic area of an electronic sign.

5-12(D)(1)(b)   Electronic signs require an annual permit, pursuant to Subsection 14-16-6-5(C).

5-12(D)(2)   Activities That Do Not Require a Sign Permit

The following operations shall not require a sign permit provided that they comply with the standards applicable to that type of sign in this IDO:

5-12(D)(2)(a)   Changing the advertising copy or message, including the interchange of the sign face, on an approved painted or printed sign structure or on a marquee or similar approved sign, provided that the size of the sign is not changed.

5-12(D)(2)(b)   Painting, cleaning, and other normal maintenance and repair of a sign or sign structure unless a structural change is made.