A. Owners or developers of property that desire signage that varies from the requirements of this Sign Code or owners that would like unified commercial center signage may apply for approval of a coordinated sign plan (CSP) for the entire site. This plan will be reviewed and approved by Planning Department staff and may be referred to Planning Commission for approval. A CSP shall include the design, color, size, height, lighting, location, number, and construction type of all signs in the area proposed for the CSP. Each CSP shall be subject to review and approval as required.
B. The coordinated sign plan:
1. May be used for a commercial center with three (3) or more adjacent properties or lots as a center with planned signage for Commercial, Office, Civic, or Mixed-Use development; and
2. Must be applied to properties with up to two (2) condominium platted lots or parcels that are commercial, office, or civic uses.
C. A CSP may be submitted that permits consideration of unique conditions, flexibility, and creativity. The application of such plan may permit additional signs
and/or sign area based on the applicant's demonstration of unique characteristics of the design, building, and/or site and appropriate landscaping associated with the freestanding signs. The CSP bonus incentive for the commercial center shall not exceed fifteen (15) percent of the standards in Section 7.4.1307 (Sign Types and Criteria by Sign Category) without the approval of a nonuse variance. This may be applied to any sign standard and applied to multiple sign standards. Once a CSP has been approved subsequent sign permits shall be approved administratively when the proposed sign is in compliance with the approved CSP.
Examples of Signage that Qualifies for the CSP Bonus Incentive
(Ord. 23-03)