The following signs are exempted from obtaining a sign permit.
(a) Historical plaques, building cornerstones, and date constructed stones not exceeding four (4) square feet in area.
(b) Any sign erected and maintained for any governmental function or regulation.
(c) Non-illuminated, residential nameplates not greater than two (2) square feet, mounted on the residence.
(d) Non-illuminated signs associated with home occupations provided they do not exceed six (6) square feet.
(e) Directional signs such as "Enter", "Exit", warning or directing the viewer of action or action to be taken on private property, if not located in a public right-of-way and less than nine (9) square feet. All other such signs shall require a sign permit.
(f) Sandwich board signs in the Neighborhood, General, and Central Business districts. Such signs shall only identify the business where it is located and/or products or services available therein.
(1) No off-premise signs permitted.
(2) Such signs shall be placed between the building façade and the sidewalk when space allows. Signs in the Central Business district may encroach upon the public sidewalk provided an unobstructed walkway is reserved for public passage.
(3) Such signs shall not exceed three (3) feet in height and two (2) feet in width.
(4) Sandwich board signs shall be placed indoors at the close of business each day.
(5) No materials such as papers, balloons, windsocks, mirrors, reflective material, lights or mechanical, electronic, or other moving parts may be added to the signs.
(Ord. 30-22. Passed 12-12-22.)