The following standards shall govern the use of monument signs:
A. Design: Monument signs shall be designed as an integral part of a landscaped area and/or raised planter. If berms are a part of the landscaped area they shall have a slope no greater than one foot (1') of vertical distance to four feet (4') of horizontal distance and/or shall be not more than three feet (3') in height above the elevation of the top of the nearest curb. Raised planters which contain monument signs shall be not more than three feet (3') in height;
B. Height Above Grade: Monument signs shall be not more than six feet (6') in height above final grade;
C. Area: The area of a monument sign shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet. (Ord. 2012-32, 10-16-2012)