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(A) The requirements of this section apply to all land uses and activities.
(B) It shall be unlawful to operate or cause to be operated any planned or intentional source of electromagnetic radiation for such purposes as communication, experimentation, entertainment, broadcasting, heating, navigation, therapy, vehicle velocity measurement, weather survey, aircraft detection, topographical survey, personal pleasure, or any other use directly or indirectly associated with these purposes which does not comply with the then current regulations of the Federal Communication Commission regarding such sources of electromagnetic radiation. Further, said operation in compliance with the Federal Communications Commission shall be unlawful if such radiation causes an abnormal degradation in performance of other electromagnetic radiators or electromagnetic receptors of quality and proper design because of proximity, primary field, blanketing, spurious radiation, harmonic content, modulation or energy conducted by power or telephone lines. The determination of "abnormal degradation in performance" and "of quality and proper design" shall be made in accordance with good engineering practices as defined in the latest principles and standards of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers, the Institute of Radio Engineers, and the Electronic Industries Association. In case of any conflict between the latest standards and principles of the above groups, the following precedence in the interpretation of the standards and principles shall apply:
(1) American Institute of Electrical Engineers,
(2) Institute of Radio Engineers, and
(3) Electronic Industries Association.
(Ord. O-05-04, passed 4-11-05)
(A) The requirements of this section apply to all land uses and activities.
(B) No use shall discharge across the boundaries of the subject property, or through percolation into the subsoil, hazardous or noxious material in such concentration as to be detrimental to, or endanger, the public health, safety, comfort, or welfare or cause injury or damage to the property or business.
(C) No use shall discharge at any point into any public or private sewerage disposal system or stream, or into the ground, any liquid or solid materials except in accordance with the regulations of the IEPA.
(Ord. O-05-04, passed 4-11-05)
SIGNAGE REGULATIONS
There is a spirit and a quality about the city that is readily visible and best described as being mid-1800's. It is reflected in the architecture in the Historic District and it is very important that this quality be retained. Also apparent is the rapid growth to the north and west of the city and the evolution of commercial districts adjacent to Highway 20. Exterior signs are important tools used to effectively advertise businesses and provide direction. Signs have a clear impact on the character and quality of the city, thus the development, implementation and enforcement of effective standards is paramount. As a prominent part of the urban fabric, signs may attract or repel the viewing public, affect the safety of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, and help set the character and legibility of neighborhoods in the city. It is important to regulate signage and guide development to reinforce distinct districts (i.e. as in the Historic District or Industrial Park). However, it is equally important that signage contribute to a district's "sense of place" and complement its surroundings, while setting a tone that is harmonious with the city's existing natural, architectural and residential/urban setting. This subchapter establishes minimum standards to promote life, health, safety, welfare, convenience and enjoyment of the public by regulating the design, quality of materials, construction, location and maintenance of all on- and off-premise signs and advertising devices visible from the public right-of-way.
(Ord. O-05-04, passed 4-11-05)
In accordance with state law, the regulations in this subchapter establish comprehensive minimum requirements for the control of signs in order to preserve, protect and promote the public health, safety, morals and general welfare. More specifically, this subchapter is intended to assist in achieving the following objectives:
(A) To authorize the use of street graphics which are:
(1) Compatible with their surroundings and the zoning district in which they are located;
(2) Appropriate to the type of activity to which they pertain;
(3) Expressive of the identity of the individual proprietors;
(4) Legible in the circumstances in which they are seen; and
(5) Expressive of the image the city desires to project.
(B) To foster high quality office, commercial and industrial development and to enhance the economic vitality of existing businesses/industries by promoting the reasonable, orderly and effective display of street graphics and encouraging better communication with the public.
(C) To encourage sound sign display practices and to mitigate the objectionable effects of competition in respect to the size and placement of signs.
(D) To enhance the physical appearance of the city by protecting the man-made and natural beauty of the area, and in particular, to further promote a pedestrian oriented atmosphere along Main Street and the entire community.
(E) To protect pedestrians and motorists from any damage or injury that might result from the improper construction, placement or use of signs.
(F) To protect the public investment in streets and highways by reducing the obstructions and distractions which might cause traffic accidents.
(G) To preserve the value of private property by assuring the compatibility of signs with nearby land uses.
(H) To protect the physical and mental well-being of the general public by recognizing and encouraging a sense of aesthetic appreciation for the visual environment.
(I) To preserve and enhance the natural beauty and unique character of the city.
(J) To promote and aid in the tourist industry which is declared to be of importance to the economy of the city.
(K) To promote convenience, enjoyment and free flow of traffic within the city.
(L) To protect the public's ability to identify uses and premises without confusion.
(Ord. O-05-04, passed 4-11-05)
Except for those signs that are explicitly exempt as per § 154.805, it shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, alter or relocate any sign within the jurisdiction of this chapter without first obtaining a permit from the Zoning Administrator as required for signs in § 154.912. Any person or persons in violation will be subject to § 154.016.
(Ord. O-05-04, passed 4-11-05)
(A) General prohibition. Any sign or other street graphic not expressly permitted by this subchapter shall be deemed prohibited within the jurisdiction of this chapter.
(B) Strictly prohibited signs. The following signs are strictly prohibited within the jurisdiction of this chapter.
(1) Freestanding pole signs.
(2) Mobile and portable signs except as permitted in § 154.805(N).
(3) Attention-getting devices, when displayed outdoors, or on the exterior of a building, or in conjunction with a window sign, including searchlights, propellers, pennants, streamers, ribbons, strings of light bulbs, spinners, balloons and similar devices, except for special occasions such as grand openings, and then only after having obtained a permit from the Zoning Administrator, and shall be limited to 14 days.
(4) Signs, including the posts or other supports thereof, that advertise or identify an activity, business, product or service no longer conducted on the premises where such sign is located.
(5) Signs which have blinking, flashing or fluttering lights, including digitally displayed time and temperature signs.
(6) Signs which rotate, revolve, or have any movable part, including signs which give the appearance of movement except as permitted in § 154.805(B).
(7) Signs which produce movements achieved by normal wind currents, other than weather vanes unrelated to business or commerce except as permitted in § 154.805(B).
(8) Roof signs.
(9) Signs that contain statements, words or pictures of an obscene, indecent or immoral character, such as those that will offend public morals or decency.
(10) Signs which advertise illegal activities or items.
(11) Any sign or sign structure which constitutes a hazard to public health or safety.
(12) Signs which by reason of size, location, content, coloring or manner of illumination obstruct the vision of drivers, or obstruct or detract from the visibility or effectiveness of any traffic sign or other traffic-control device on public streets and roads.
(13) Signs which are structurally unsafe or are in disrepair.
(14) Commercial advertising signs located in rest areas or parklands.
(15) Sound devices used in conjunction with any street sign in such a manner as to allow the sound to travel into any such street or sidewalk in tones, volume or decibels audible to a person of ordinary hearing capacity.
(16) Signs using human beings or live animals as part of the message or display which is visible from any public street.
(17) Private signs which contain words such as "Stop," "Look," "One-Way," "Danger," "Yield," or phrases, symbols, lights or characters in such a manner as to interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic.
(18) Multiple signs designed to circumvent the spirit and intent of this chapter, except permissible double-faced signs.
(19) Interior illuminated signage is strictly prohibited with the exception of standards described in § 154.807.
(20) Exposed neon tubing shall be prohibited on all signs, except on those neon tube signs displayed indoors as window signs.
(21) Reserved.
(22) Except where explicitly allowed elsewhere in this chapter, message boards with changeable letters and messages, including electronic message signs.
(Ord. O-05-04, passed 4-11-05; Am. Ord. O-09-18, passed 8-24-09; Am. Ord. O-10-09, passed 3-22-10; Am. Ord. O-10-10, passed 3-22-10; Am. Ord. O-10-19, passed 5-24-10; Am. Ord. O-16-16, passed 10-24-16)
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