Signs that are not specifically permitted in this Chapter shall be considered as prohibited. Without restricting or limiting the generality of the foregoing provisions, the following signs are specifically prohibited:
(a) Any sign that contains a light source that flashes or blinks.
(b) Any sign that obstructs any part of a doorway, exit or fire escape.
(c) Any sign that resembles or is intended to resemble a traffic control device, or is located in such a manner so as to obscure or impact the effectiveness of such traffic control device or signal.
(d) Any sign affixed to any utility pole, street tree or otherwise located within the street right-of-way. Such signs may be subject to confiscation at any time by city employees or authorized personnel. Confiscated signs will be stored for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days during which time they may be reclaimed by any interested party. Signs may be reclaimed at the City of Galion Street Department during normal business hours.
(e) Any signs located in such a manner as to create a safety or visibility hazard.
(Ord. 2013-39. Passed 5-28-13.)