Notwithstanding any codified ordinance to the contrary, the Director is hereby authorized to issue public right-of-way occupancy permits revocable at the will of Council authorizing the placement of retail business signs if the following requirements are met:
(a) There are five (5) or more businesses in a single building lacking ground floor frontage;
(b) The sign is approved by the City Planning Commission or the Landmarks Commission, if applicable;
(c) The Director of Public Service determines that the placement of the retail business signs leaves sufficient unobstructed walk for pedestrians; and
(d) The applicant has obtained all necessary building permits.
A separate encroachment permit for such retail business sign shall not be required.
(Ord. No. 1521-03. Passed 9-22-03, eff. 10-1-03)