(A) No sign, except as specifically exempted herein, shall be displayed, erected, relocated or altered until a permit has been issued by the Department. Applications shall include, but not be limited to the following:
(1) A completed application form;
(2) A site plan and/or building elevations showing the location of the proposed sign(s) on the lot and/or building, including setbacks;
(3) Detailed sign information including type of construction, method of illumination, dimensions, copy, method of mounting and/or erecting and other similar information. Note: The content of the message or speech displayed on the sign shall not be considered when approving or denying a sign permit. However, the content must be submitted to evaluate the sign copy area;
(4) The written consent of the owner of the underlying property or authorized agent; and
(5) A permit fee.
(B) The Department shall maintain written records of all permits issued or denied and any condition(s) attached to the approval of each permit request. Signs may be erected or constructed only in compliance with the approved permit.
(Ord. 06-2008, passed 6-16-2008, § 7.1)