The purpose of not requiring a permit for some signage is to exempt certain signs that are frequently used, often by private citizens, and which typically have less of an impact on the public safety and aesthetic concerns. Signs permitted under this section count towards the maximum sign area and maximum number of signs allowed per use. A sign permit is not required for:
(a) Signs required by law.
(b) Flags up to sixteen (16) square feet.
(c) The changing of messages on marquees and the repair of an existing permitted sign, except that repair of a nonconforming sign must comply with this code.
(d) Signs as follows, subject to sign area and height limitations of the district in which the sign is located:
(1) One (1) sign, no illumination, no more than twelve (12) square feet in area, located on property where a building permit is active.
(2) On any property for sale or rent, one sign with a total area ofup to twelve (12) square feet and a maximum height of six ( 6) feet.
(3) Window signs, provided that the total area of window signs does not exceed twenty-five (25%) percent of the total area of all windows on each building facade.
(4) On any property where a new use began activity within the last six ( 6) months banners for not more than fifteen (15) days.
(e) Two (2) minor signs per use.
(f) Pavement Markings. Any sign applied directly and entirely to and flush with an asphalt, concrete, or similar paved surface.
(g) A permanent window sign, provided that the aggregate area of all window signs on each window or door does not exceed twenty-five percent (25%) of the total area of the window or door.
(Passed 9-14-20.)