Signs may be illuminated in accordance with the provisions of this section and with the lighting requirements of the city.
(A) Brightness limitations. In no instance shall the lighting intensity of any sign whether resulting from internal illumination or external illumination exceed 75 foot candles or 25 watts in incandescent bulb, when measured with a standard light meter perpendicular to the face of the sign from a distance equal to the narrowest dimension of the sign. This provision does not apply to illumination standards specified in § 156.38(D)(4).
(B) Glare. All signs shall be so designed, located, shielded and directed so as to prevent the casting of glare or direct light from artificial illumination upon adjacent publicly-dedicated roadway and/or surrounding property. This limitation as it regards the roadway does not apply to the illumination standards specified in § 156.38(D)(4).
(C) Electrical permit. All signs in which electrical wiring and connections are to be used shall be subject to the applicable provisions of the City of Cleburne Electrical Code.
(Ord. 01-2016-07, passed 1-26-16)