§ 153.118 FREESTANDING SIGNS.
FREESTANDING SIGN STANDARDS
Definition
Example (for illustrative purposes only)
FREESTANDING SIGN STANDARDS
Definition
Example (for illustrative purposes only)
A sign supported by structures or supports that are placed on, or anchored in, the ground, and that is independent and detached from any building or other structure.
Regulations
A.   Freestanding ground signs shall be supported and permanently placed by embedding, anchoring or connecting the sign in such a manner as to incorporate it into the landscape or architectural design scheme.
B.   No freestanding sign may occupy an area designated for parking, loading, walkways, driveways, fire lane, easement, right-of-way or other areas required to remain unobstructed.
C.   Prohibited in any side yard setback.
District
Max. Area (total sq. ft. for type)
Max. Height (ft.)
Max. Quantity (for type)
Limitations
Permit Required
CC
Illuminated: 32
Unillumuniated: Bonus 8
6
1/parcel
•   Min. 5 feet setback from ROW
•   Min. 15 feet setback from property zoned residential
•   Bonus area applies only when entire sign is unilluminated
Yes
DC
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•   Freestanding signs prohibited
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FR
Residential (1-4 dwellings): 4
4
1/parcel
•   Illumination prohibited
•   Min. 5 feet setback from ROW
Yes
All Other Uses:
Illuminated: 20
Unilluminated: Bonus 10
6
1/parcel
•   External illumination only
•   Bonus area applies only when entire sign is unilluminated
•   Min. 5 feet setback from ROW
Yes
LIW
Illuminated: 32
Unilluminated: Bonus 8
6
1/parcel
•   Min. 5 feet setback from ROW
•   Min. 15 feet setback from property zoned residential
Yes
PSP
Illuminated: 32
Unilluminated: Bonus 8
6
1/parcel
•   Min. 10 feet setback from ROW
•   Bonus area applies only when entire sign is unilluminated
Yes
VR
Residential Use: 4
4
1/parcel
•   Illumination prohibited
•   Min. 10 feet setback from ROW
Yes
Nonresidential Use:
Illuminated: 20
Unilluminated Signs: Bonus 10
6
1/parcel
•   External illumination only
•   Bonus area applies only when entire sign is unilluminated
•   Min. 10 feet setback from ROW
Yes
 
(Ord. 160, passed 4-21-2022)