(a) Permitted Types of Permanent Signs. The following chart identifies the types of permanent signs that are permitted for each use category, with an "X" reflecting signs that are permitted and blank spaces reflecting signs that are prohibited.
TABLE 1108.05-1: PERMITTED SIGNS FOR EACH USE CATEGORY
Residential, Single and Two-Family | Residential, Multifamily | Public or Institutional Uses | Commercial Uses | Industrial Uses | |
Wall Sign | X | X | X | ||
Ground-Mounted Sign | X | X | X | X | X |
Projecting Sign | X | X | |||
Menu Board Sign | X | ||||
Directional or Informational Sign | X | X | X | X | |
Awning or Canopy Sign | X | X | X | ||
Window Sign | X | X | X
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(c) Residential Permanent Sign Regulations. The following table illustrates the quantity and dimensional requirements for each of the permanent sign types that are allowed for residential uses. Following the table are additional sign-specific regulations for the different types of permitted signs.
TABLE 1108.05-2: RESIDENTIAL PERMANENT SIGN REGULATIONS
Regulation | Residential, Single and Two-Family | Residential, Multifamily | |
Ground-Mounted Signs | Quantity | 1 per each primary entrance of a subdivision, up to a maximum of 2 | 1 per frontage |
Maximum Height | 5 feet | 5 feet | |
Maximum Area | 24 sq. ft. | 24 sq. ft. | |
Setback from Right-of-Way | 10 feet | 10 feet | |
Setback for side lot lines | 10 feet | 10 feet | |
Directional or Informational Signs | Quantity | N/A | No limit |
Maximum Height | N/A | 4 feet | |
Maximum Area | N/A | 4 sq. ft. | |
Setback from Right-of-way | N/A | 5 feet | |
Setback for side lot lines | N/A | 15 feet
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(1) Ground Mounted Signs.
A. The sign foundation shall be constructed of stone, brick, cultured stone, brick composite, or other similar material, unless otherwise approved by Planning Commission.
B. Residential development entrance signs may be mounted on an approved wall or fence if the proposed sign meets the applicable size and quantity regulations contained within this section.
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Figure 1108.05-1: Graphic Illustration of a Residential Development Entrance Sign
(2) Directional or Informational Signs. Directional and informational signs are permitted subject to the regulations contained within this section that direct and guide traffic and parking on private property, but which bear no advertising message, shall be permitted on any property.
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Figure 1108.05-2: Graphic Illustration of a Directional or Identification Sign
(d) Non-Residential Permanent Sign Regulations. The following table illustrates the quantity and dimensional requirements for each of the permanent sign types that are allowed for non-residential uses (public or institutional, commercial, and industrial). Following the table are additional sign-specific regulations for the different types of permitted signs.
TABLE 1108.05-3: NON-RESIDENTIAL PERMANENT SIGN REGULATIONS
Regulation | Public or Institutional, Commercial, and Industrial Uses | |
Ground-Mounted Sign | Quantity | 1 per frontage, maximum of 2 |
Maximum Height | 8 feet | |
Maximum Area | 1 sq. ft. per linear foot of frontage, maximum of 40 sq. ft. | |
Setback from Right-of-Way | 10 feet | |
Setback for side lot lines | 10 feet | |
Wall Sign | Quantity | No limit |
Maximum Area | 1.5 sq. ft. per each linear foot of the front building wall | |
Maximum Projection | 12 inches | |
Projecting Sign | Quantity | 1 |
Maximum Projection | 4 feet or 2/3 of the pedestrian way, whichever is less | |
Maximum Area | 8 sq. ft. | |
Required Clearance | 8 feet above pedestrian ways, 15 feet above vehicular ways | |
Menu Board Sign | Quantity | 2 per drive-through lane |
Maximum Height | 6 feet | |
Maximum Area | 32 sq. ft. per sign | |
Awning or Canopy Sign | Quantity | No limit |
Maximum Area | The size of awning and canopy signs are included in the overall calculation of allowable wall signage | |
Window Sign | Quantity | No limit |
Maximum Area | The size of window signs is included in the overall calculation of allowable wall signage - a maximum of 30% of each window may be covered by window signs | |
Directional or Informational Sign | Quantity | No limit |
Maximum Height | 4 feet | |
Maximum Area | 4 sq. ft. | |
Setback from Right-of-Way | 5 feet | |
Setback for side lot lines | 15 feet | |
(1) Ground-Mounted Signs.
A. The sign foundation shall be constructed of stone, brick, cultured stone, brick composite, or other similar material, unless otherwise approved by Planning Commission.
B. Ground mounted signs shall be set back a minimum of:
i. Ten (10) feet from all side property lines;
ii. Twenty-five (25) feet from any other lot containing a non-residential use;
iii. Fifty (50) feet from any residential zoning district or land use;
iv. 100 feet from any residential zoning district or land use if the sign contains digital changeable copy; and
v. Ten (10) feet from any street right-of-way and ten (10) feet from any interior access drives.
C. Ground-mounted signs must be located on the same lot to which they are an accessory use.
D. Ground-mounted signs that advertise multiple occupants shall have a coordinated appearance, and all individual occupants' panels shall be constructed out of the same materials.
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Figure 1108.05-3: Graphic Illustration of a Ground-Mounted Sign
(2) Wall Signs.
A. New wall signs shall be primarily constructed out of channel cut letters or other high-quality sign construction types, as determined by the Building Commissioner. Logos and graphic elements may also be used in conjunction with the letters used.
B. Wall signs shall not extend above the building wall vertically, including the coping and eaves of the building; or beyond the building wall horizontally to which it is attached.
C. If there are multiple occupants within the same principal building or structure, then the number of signs permitted shall apply to each separate occupant.
D. The sign shall be set back from the edge of the building wall and party wall lines a minimum of two (2) feet.
E. Signs with electronic changeable copy shall not be used as wall signs in any district.
F. No sign shall project over or obstruct the required windows or doors of any building or be attached to or obstruct a fire escape or interfere with any other safety provisions that may be further regulated by the adopted Building Code of the City.
G. The area of the wall sign(s) shall be computed by adding together the areas of the smallest rectangle that encompasses each major element of the sign, but not including the supporting frame or bracing.
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Figure 1108.05-4: Graphic Illustration of a Wall Sign
(3) Projecting Signs.
A. Projecting signs shall maintain an eight (8) foot height clearance over pedestrian walkways and a fifteen (15) foot height clearance over vehicular ways.
B. No part of a projecting sign shall be supported from an un-braced parapet wall.
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Figure 1108.05-5: Graphic Illustration of a Projecting Sign
(4) Menu Board Signs. A menu board sign is only permitted on a property that includes a use with an approved drive-through lane.
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Figure 1108.05-6: Graphic Illustration of a Menu Board Sign
(5) Awning or Canopy Signs.
A. The total square footage of all proposed window, awning, and canopy signs shall be included in the square footage of allowable wall signage. The amount of allowable wall signage for the building then will be the maximum amount of wall signage permitted minus the square footage of window signage, awning signage, and canopy signage.
B. Canopy signs may be located on the facia of the canopy or may be mounted to the top of the canopy as long as the canopy sign does not exceed the maximum height of the principal building.
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Figure 1108.05-7: Graphic Illustration of a Canopy Sign
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Figure 1108.05-8: Graphic Illustration of an Awning Sign
(6) Window Signs.
A. The total square footage of all proposed window, awning, and canopy signs shall be included in the square footage of allowable wall signage. The amount of allowable wall signage for the building then will be the maximum about of wall signage permitted minus the square footage of window signage, awning signage, and canopy signage.
B. For window signs, the area between four (4) feet, six (6) inches, and six (6) feet, six (6) inches above the finished sidewalk grade must be open and free of any and all signage and obstruction of view at all times without exception.
C. All window signs, permanent or temporary, must be considered when determining the maximum percentage of coverage that is allowed.
D. When there is more than one window, each window must meet the criteria for sign area and window coverage
E. For the purpose of this section, a window is defined as the area of glass within a frame sash, or the area separated by muntins or mullions.
F. Window signs shall only be permitted on the first floor of any building or structure.
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Figure 1108.05-9: Graphic Illustration of a Window Sign
(7) Directional or Identification Signs. Directional and informational signs are permitted subject to the regulations contained within this section that direct and guide traffic and parking on private property, but which bear no advertising message, shall be permitted on any property.
(Ord. 2022-34. Passed 1-9-23.)