The purpose of a master sign plan is to coordinate signs on commercial developments, and create a plan that establishes a building or site’s overall sign design, which then provides direction to future tenants.
(A) Applicability. For any new commercial development where multiple signs are varying types are being proposed, the applicant must submit a master sign plan for review and approval by the Zoning Administrator.
(B) Required information. A master sign plan must include, at a minimum, criteria and specifications for general appearance, location, lighting and approved construction materials including:
(1) The type, number, location, materials, colors and dimensions of all signs proposed for the development;
(2) A description and visual illustration of the proposed signs that demonstrates a consistent pattern of signage planned for the development;
(3) All signs within the development must have at least three of the following design elements in common:
(a) Colors on the background or text;
(b) Lettering style;
(c) Size (such as, a height or wall location common to each sign); or
(d) Building and sign materials.
(4) All sign casings, trim caps, returns and all sign supports such as poles and braces must be of a common color.
(Prior Code, § 166.123) (Ord. 2014-040, passed 7-8-2014) Penalty, see § 165.999