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(A) General purpose.
(1) The purpose of this chapter is to provide framework within which the identification and informational needs of all land uses can be harmonized with the desires and aesthetic standards of the general public.
(2) It is intended through the provisions contained herein to give recognition to the legitimate needs of business, industry, and other activities in attaining their identification and informational objectives. It is a basic tenet of this chapter that unrestricted signage does not benefit either the private sector or the community at large.
(B) Design purpose.
(1) It is further the intent of this chapter to establish signage regulation that will enhance the aesthetic appearance of the village, in order to better protect the stability of the community; to promote the health, welfare, and the safety of the residents; and to enhance and protect properties within the village.
(2) Classic designs of shape, font, and colors are encouraged. All signs will be inspected regularly and if found to be in a deteriorated condition; owners may be required to remove or upgrade the signs.
(C) Additional regulations may apply to structures located within the Village Historic Districts. One must consult with village officials with regard to the applicability of such provisions and in determining compliance with all those requirements before erecting any sign pursuant to this chapter.
(1984 Code, Ch. 6-03) (Ord. 377, passed 2-23-2006; Ord. 464, passed 5-11-2021)
(A) For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
(B) Any word or term not interpreted or defined by this chapter shall be used with a meaning of common or standard utilization. A dictionary may be consulted.
ADVERTISING SIGNS. A sign which directs attention to a business or profession lawfully conducted or to a commodity, service, or entertainment sold or offered.
(a) OFF-PREMISES. An advertising sign which has a message relating to a business, service, commodity, or profession lawfully being conducted, sold, or offered on premises other than that upon which the sign is located. This includes billboard and other signs unrelated to the use of the land on which it is located.
(b) ON-PREMISES. An advertising sign which has a message relating to a business, service, commodity, or profession lawfully being conducted, sold, or offered on the same premises.
AMBIENT LIGHT LEVEL. The amount of illumination that is already present in the area before any additional light is added.
AWNING or CANOPY SIGN. A non-ridged fabric or Plexiglas (or similar material) structure, which is attached to a building by supporting framework, which includes a business identification message symbol and/or logo.
BEACON LIGHTS. A light normally attached to the tip of a pole or other structure intended to attract attention to nearby pedestrians or motorists and not to illuminate a sign message.
BENCH SIGN. A bench or similar device containing either off-premise or on-premise advertising.
ELECTRONIC MESSAGE BOARD. Signs whose alphabetic, pictographic, or symbolic informational content can be changed or altered on a fixed display screen composed of electrically illuminated segments.
EXTERNALLY ILLUMINATED SIGN. A sign illuminated by a source of light outside of the sign structure and shielded so that no direct rays are visible from any surrounding areas.
GROUND SIGN. A sign which is mounted permanently in the ground on a masonry base or monument.
INSTITUTIONAL BULLETIN BOARD. A sign located on the site of a religious institution, school, library, community center, service, or civic institution, governmental unit, or similar nonprofit institution and constructed to allow for changeable messages.
INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED SIGN. A sign illuminated by a source of light inside of the sign structure and shielded so that no direct rays are visible from any surrounding areas.
MARQUEE SIGNS. An identification sign attached to or a part of a marquee, canopy, or awning projecting from and supported by the building above the sidewalk level.
MOVABLE SIGNS. A sign anchored to a trailer or frame that is capable of being moved from place to place. Such sign must be anchored securely to the ground.
MULTITENANT SIGNS. An identification sign for a commercial site with multiple tenants, displaying the names of each tenant on the site.
OBSOLETE SIGNS. An on-premise sign that advertises an establishment, merchandise, service or entertainment that is no longer sold, produced, manufactured, furnished on the premises or a business that has closed.
POLE SIGNS. A permanently affixed sign which is erected upon or supported by the ground on one or more poles, uprights or braces.
POLITICAL SIGNS. A temporary sign used in connection with local, state, or national elections or ballot issues.
PORTABLE SIGNS. A freestanding sign not permanently anchored to either a building or the ground or to a trailer and shall be displayed only during business hours.
PROJECTING SIGNS. A sign which projects from and is supported by a wall of a building and does not extend beyond the minimum required setback line or into and over street right-of-way, and not less than nine feet, at its lowest point, above sidewalk, or ground level and shall not extend more than six feet from its origin.
REAL ESTATE SIGN/RENTAL SIGNS. An on-premises temporary sign advertising property or structure’s availability for sale or lease.
REAL ESTATE OPEN HOUSE (TEMPORARY) SIGNS. Temporary signs, which advertise and direct the public to an open house for a building, which is available for sale or lease, with the event, held on a specific day.
ROOF SIGN. A sign that extends more than 24 inches above the roofline.
ROOFLINE. The intersection of the plane of the outer surface of the wall and the plane of the outer surface of the roof.
SIGN. A name, identification, description, display, or illustration that is affixed to, painted, or represented directly or indirectly upon a building, structure, or property for the purpose of attracting attention or conveying information.
STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE. The property which is measured from the centerline of the road using one-half of the road’s right-of-way width (typically extending to one foot on the house side of the sidewalk).
SURFACE DISPLAY AREA. For the purposes of calculating display area, the SURFACE DISPLAY AREA of any sign is defined as the entire area within a single rectangular continuous perimeter enclosing the extreme limits of lettering, representations, emblems, or other figures, together with any material or color forming an integral part of the display or used to differentiate the sign from the background against which it is placed. Structural members bearing no sign copy shall not be included. Both sides or all faces of a sign shall be included in calculating SURFACE DISPLAY AREA, unless otherwise provided for in this chapter.
TEMPORARY SIGNS. A freestanding sign, moveable, portable sign, banner, or gas filled figures.
(a) TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION SIGNS. Signs located on development and construction projects in any zoning district; provided, that the signs are used in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
VARIANCE, DIMENSIONAL. A variance request that requires an exception from a requirement related to dimension or size in this chapter, such as sign area, sign height, and the like.
VARIANCE, NONDIMENSIONAL. A variance request that requires an exception from any requirement that is not a dimension or size.
WALL SIGN. A sign which is attached directly to or painted upon a building wall and which does not extend more than 12 inches from the wall nor above the top of the wall or the beginning of the roof. A canopy sign is considered a WALL SIGN.
WINDOW SIGNS. Signs affixed to, in contact with, or within 12 inches of a window, installed for purposes of viewing from outside the premises. This does not include merchandise located in a window.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. The authorized individual charged with the responsibility of administering this chapter and designated by the Village Manager.
(1984 Code, Ch. 6-03) (Ord. 464, passed 5-11-2021)
Permits are not required for these signs, unless specifically noted.
(A) House numbers legible from the street, and nameplates (fraternal, social, apartment, and professional) identifying the occupant or address of a parcel of land;
(B) For sale signs attached to vehicles that are properly licensed and insured, unless exempted by other ordinances of the village;
(C) Flags bearing the official design of a national, state, municipality, institution, or organization;
(D) Traffic, or other municipal signs, also private traffic-control signs which conform to the requirements of the State Manual of Uniform Traffic-Control Devices;
(E) Temporary construction signs subject to the following:
(1) Total surface display area shall not exceed 32 square feet;
(2) Sign height shall not exceed eight feet;
(3) Placement shall be wholly within the property boundaries to which the sign pertains;
(4) The sign shall not be erected prior to issuance of a building permit for the proposed construction and shall be removed upon issuance of a certificate of occupancy;
(5) Trespassing, safety, or caution signs not exceeding two square feet in surface display; and
(6) State and federal funded construction project sign requirements shall supersede any local requirements.
(F) Political signs, provided:
(1) The property contains a single or multiple residential structure;
(2) Such signs are not placed within the public street right-of-way line (the Zoning Administrator shall be consulted regarding placement) at least ten feet apart;
(3) Do not exceed a surface area of 32 square feet for each parcel; and
(4) Such signs are removed within one business day following the election for which they are erected.
(G) Real estate signs, provided:
(1) There shall be only one real estate sign per parcel for each public street frontage;
(2) Such signs are set back a minimum of five feet from any property line or public right-of- way;
(3) The maximum height of any such sign shall be four feet, six inches; and
(4) Do not exceed four square feet in size in all areas.
(H) Real estate open house signs (temporary), provided:
(1) There shall be only two such signs placed off-premises;
(2) The size of each sign shall be a maximum of six square feet in size and three feet in height above grade;
(3) Signs shall not be affixed to other signs, utility poles, fire hydrants, or trees;
(4) Signs may be located in the public right- of-way, but shall be placed at least five feet from the curb or 15 feet from the pavement edge where there is no curb;
(5) Remain on the property for a maximum of eight hours on the day of any scheduled open house; and
(6) Are removed within one hour following the closing of the open house.
(I) Menu boards, a combined total, 100 square feet of exterior, menu boards, and the associated speaker boards for an approved drive-thru lane provided the total number of boards does not exceed two for each drive-thru window, and they are located between the drive-thru lane and the building.
(1984 Code, Ch. 6-03) (Ord. 464, passed 5-11-2021) Penalty, see §
154.99
(A) An off premise-signs placed on or affixed to vehicles and/or trailers which are parked in a manner which makes them visible from a public right-of-way where the apparent purpose is to advertise a product or person or to direct people to a business or activity. This excludes where the sign is incidental to the primary use of the vehicle or trailer. Nor does this provision restrict the use of for sale signs placed on vehicles, properly licensed and insured, unless otherwise permitted by ordinance (e.g., new or used car dealers).
(B) No sign shall have blinking, flashing, or fluttering light, or other illuminating device, which has the effect of changing light intensity, brightness, or color or any sign which moves or has any animated parts, or images, including swinging signs and strings of flags or streamers, or cloth flags moved by natural wind, except as permitted in § 154.02, definition of surface display area, and § 154.03(B)(4).
(C) Beacon lights are not permitted.
(D) No sign shall be erected at the intersection of any street in such a manner as to obstruct free and clear vision.
(E) No sign shall be in any location where by reason of the position, shape, or color, it may interfere with, obstruct the view of or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal, or device.
(F) No sign shall makes use of the words “stop”, “look”, “danger”, or any word, phrase, symbol, or character in such manner as to interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic, both pedestrian and vehicular.
(G) Off-premise signs are not permitted.
(H) Roof signs are not permitted.
(I) Bench signs are not permitted.
(J) Pole signs are not permitted.
(K) Obsolete signs are not permitted.
(1984 Code, Ch. 6-03) (Ord. 464, passed 5-11-2021) Penalty, see §
154.99
Any sign not expressly permitted is prohibited.
(A) R1A and R1B Residential Districts. Signs in the R1A and R1B Districts shall be permitted subject to the following limitations:
(1) Home occupation. One non-illuminated freestanding sign on the site of a home occupation or professional service not to exceed four square feet in surface display area.
(2) Subdivision or development entry.
(a) A permanent sign (illuminated or not), may be permitted by the zoning administrator; provided, that the sign and structure shall be harmonious and appropriate in appearance with the existing and intended character of the general vicinity. Such a sign shall be limited to four feet in height and 16 square feet in surface area, each side.
(b) For model homes within a subdivision, one sign per model, which shall not exceed four square feet, including the frame and base.
(B) RM Residential Districts and MHP Mobile Home Park Districts. Signs in RM and MHP Districts shall be permitted subject to the following limitations:
(1) All signs permitted in the RIA and RIB Residential Districts subject to the limitations imposed for those districts; and
(2) One wall sign per property line with frontage on a public right-of-way not to exceed a sign area of six square feet. Such a sign may be illuminated.
(3) One monument sign per property line with frontage on a public right-of-way not to exceed a sign area of 12 square feet and four feet in height.
(1984 Code, Ch. 6-03) (Ord. 464, passed 5-11-2021)
(A) Signs in the NOC Neighborhood Office Commercial Districts and C-Commercial District shall be permitted subject to the following limitations.
(B) Any sign not expressly permitted below is prohibited.
(1) Ground signs.
(a) One on-premises advertising sign per developed lot or parcel not exceeding 32 square feet in surface display area per side.
(b) The sign shall promote safety and clear sight paths.
(c) The top of ground signs shall not be higher than six feet above the average grade or the finished elevation of the sidewalk nearest the sign, whichever is less.
(d) All signs shall maintain a minimum setback from the street right-of-way line of ten feet.
(e) The ground sign shall be located a minimum of ten feet from any property line or to the edge of the pavement of any driveway entrance off the right-of-way.
(f) The ground sign shall be integrated into the landscape buffer design and shall be compatible with the design and materials used for the structures on the site.
(g) The masonry base height of any ground sign shall be a minimum of 16 inches and shall not exceed 36 inches. The masonry base shall not exceed the length of the sign.
(2) Wall signs.
(a) Wall signs may include any of the following: flat aluminum or steel with an automotive enamel finish, plywood with a high quality latex painted surface, channel letters, or sandblasted or carved wood and may include registered trademarks. All signs are subject to inspection by the building or Zoning Official and owners may be required to repaint or refinish these signs if not found to be in a safe, neat, and attractive condition.
(b) The total square footage allowed for a wall sign, an awning sign, or a combination of the two shall be determined by multiplying one square foot by the linear footage of the building or legally occupied space, but shall be limited to 100 square feet or 20% of the building wall, whichever is less.
(c) All wall signs must be safely and securely attached to the building by means of anchors, bolts, or expansion screws. In no case shall strips of wood or nails secure any wall sign.
(3) Marquee signs. Marquee signs shall not exceed the surface display area permitted for wall signs.
(4) Projecting signs.
(a) Two per building, but only one per wall with a surface display area not exceeding one and one-half square feet in area for each lineal foot of building frontage up to a maximum of 25 square feet per side;
(b) Projecting signs shall be attached directly to a building by means of building mounts or hung from a mast arm. These support members may also include decorative appurtenances;
(c) Signs must project at a 90-degree angle to the building surface to which attached; and
(d) Projecting signs shall not extend beyond the minimum required setback line or into and over street right-of-way.
(5) Window signs.
(a) Permanent window copy, painted or otherwise attached to the window surface, shall be limited to 50% of the total window surface.
(b) Temporary window signs, painted or otherwise attached to the window surface, shall not exceed 75% of the window surface. No temporary window sign shall be displayed for more than 30 consecutive days.
(c) Permanent window copy and temporary window signs used in conjunction shall not exceed 75% of the total window surface.
(6) Illuminated signs.
(a) The source of illumination shall not be visible beyond the property line of the parcel on which the sign is located.
(b) Neon signs shall be permitted, subject to the limitations herein.
(c) Signs shall not revolve or move in any manner; because of tradition, barber poles, are exempt.
(d) Canopy signs shall not be internally lighted.
(e) Lighting shall be downward facing and shielded from residential uses and districts.
(f) The maximum foot-candle reading shall not exceed 0.3 foot-candles above the ambient light.
(7) Portable signs. One sign is allowed per business subject to the following conditions.
(a) All signs shall not exceed 12 square feet of surface display area per side.
(b) All signs shall not exceed four feet in height.
(8) Electronic message boards. A maximum of one sign shall be permitted provided they are not a nuisance such as intensity, level of distraction or other nuisances not specifically listed here to residential neighboring properties after sundown.
(a) Messages on electronic message boards must not blink, flutter, or flash across the viewing area. Messages may only switch from one message to another by fading or scrolling to the new message.
(b) The maximum foot-candle reading shall not exceed 0.3 foot-candles above the ambient light measured from the property line or right-of-way at a height of three feet.
(9) Temporary signs. A sign may be used in a C - Commercial District in accordance with the following provisions:
(a) A sign permit shall be obtained prior to the installation of the sign.
(b) Must be placed on the same premises where the business is located;
(c) No more than four permits for the signs shall be issued for the same premises within one calendar year for a maximum of 30 days each. A business center consisting of two or more establishments that share a common parking lot shall be considered as one premises;
(d) Pennants, flags, or streamers that display no advertisement may be used for a maximum of 120 days per calendar year, pursuant to special exception permit, not to exceed 30 days per permit; and
(e) The signs may only be illuminated in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
(1984 Code, Ch. 6-03) (Ord. 377, passed 2-23-2006; Ord. 439, passed 1-17-2016; Ord. 464, passed 5-11-2021) Penalty, see §
154.99
(A) Generally. Any sign not expressly permitted below is prohibited.
(1) Ground signs.
(a) One on-premises advertising sign per developed lot or parcel not exceeding 32 square feet in surface display area per side.
(b) The sign shall contain only those items which are permitted pursuant to the requirements of this section in order to promote safety and clear sight paths.
(c) The top of ground signs shall not be higher than six feet above the average grade or the finished elevation of the sidewalk nearest the sign, whichever is less.
(d) All signs shall maintain a minimum setback from the street right-of-way line of ten feet.
(e) The ground sign shall be located a minimum of ten feet from any property line or to the edge of the pavement of any driveway entrance off the right-of-way.
(f) The ground sign shall be integrated into the landscape buffer design and shall be compatible with the design and materials used for the structures on the site.
(g) The masonry base height of any ground sign shall be a minimum of 16 inches and shall not exceed 36 inches. The masonry base shall not exceed the length of the sign.
(2) Wall signs.
(a) Wall signs may include any of the following: flat aluminum or steel with an automotive enamel finish, plywood with a high-quality latex painted surface, channel letters, or sandblasted or carved wood and may include registered trademarks. All signs are subject to inspection by the building or Zoning Official and owners may be required to repaint or refinish these signs if not found to be in a safe, neat, and attractive condition.
(b) The total square footage allowed for a wall sign shall be determined by multiplying one square foot by the linear footage of the building or legally occupied space, but shall be limited to 100 square feet or 20% percent of the building wall, whichever is smaller. Awning signs are not permitted in the CBD District.
(c) All wall signs must be safely and securely attached to the building by means of anchors, bolts, or expansion screws. In no case shall strips of wood or nails secure any wall sign.
(3) Marquee signs. Marquee signs shall not exceed the surface display area permitted for wall signs.
(4) Projecting signs.
(a) Two per building, but only one per wall with a surface display area not exceeding one and one-half square feet in area for each lineal foot of building frontage up to a maximum of 25 square feet per side;
(b) Projecting signs shall be attached directly to a building by means of building mounts or hung from a mast arm. These support members may also include decorative appurtenances;
(c) Signs must project at a 90-degree angle to the building surface to which attached; and
(d) Projecting signs shall not extend beyond the minimum required setback line or into and over street right-of-way.
(5) Window signs.
(a) Permanent window copy, painted or otherwise attached to the window surface, shall be limited to 50% of the total window surface.
(b) Temporary window signs, painted or otherwise attached to the window surface, shall not exceed 75% of the window surface. No temporary window sign shall be displayed for more than 30 consecutive days.
(c) The provisions stated above shall not restrict the reasonable application upon a window surface of lettering or decals giving the address, hours of business, entrance or exit information, professional or security information, credit cards which are accepted, or similar information, nor shall the surface area of such lettering or decals be included in the overall computation of allowable signage.
(d) Permanent window copy and temporary window signs used in conjunction shall not exceed 75% of the total window surface.
(6) Illuminated signs.
(a) Signs may be illuminated but no blinking, fluttering lights, or flashing or moving illumination shall be permitted.
(b) The source of illumination shall not be visible beyond the property line of the parcel on which the sign is located.
(c) Neon signs shall be permitted, subject to the limitations herein.
(d) Signs shall not revolve or move in any manner; because of tradition, barber poles, are exempt.
(e) Canopy signs shall not be internally lighted.
(f) Lighting shall be downward facing and shielded from residential uses and districts.
(g) The maximum foot-candle reading shall not exceed 0.3 foot-candles above the ambient light.
(7) Portable signs. One sign is allowed per business subject to the following conditions.
(a) All signs shall not exceed 12 square feet of surface display area per side.
(b) All signs shall not exceed four feet in height.
(8) Electronic message boards. A maximum of one sign shall be permitted provided they are not a nuisance such as intensity, level of distraction or other nuisances not specifically listed here to residential neighboring properties after sundown.
(a) Messages on electronic message boards must not blink, flutter, or flash across the viewing area. Messages may only switch from one message to another by fading or scrolling to the new message.
(b) The maximum foot-candle reading shall not exceed 0.3 foot-candles above the ambient light measured from the property line or right-of-way at a height of three feet.
(9) Temporary signs. A sign may be used in a CBD - Commercial District in accordance with the following provisions:
(a) A sign permit shall be obtained prior to the installation of the sign;
(b) Must be placed on the same premises where the business is located;
(c) No more than four permits for the signs shall be issued for the same premises within one calendar year for a maximum of 30 days each. A business center consisting of two or more establishments that share a common parking lot shall be considered as one premises;
(d) Pennants, flags, or streamers that display no advertisement may be used for a maximum of 120 days per calendar year, pursuant to special exception permit, not to exceed 30 days per permit; and
(e) The signs may only be illuminated in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
(B) Historic District. All signs within the Historic District shall meet the requirements of the Historic District Commission, in addition to the requirements herein.
(1) Projecting signs.
(a) Two per building, but only one per wall with a surface display area not exceeding 16 square feet per side;
(b) Projecting signs shall be attached directly to a building by means of building mounts or hung from a mast arm. These support members may also include decorative appurtenances;
(c) Signs must project at a 90-degree angle from the building surface to which attached;
(d) Projecting signs may extend over a public sidewalk to a maximum of 48 inches. The bottom of the projecting sign shall be a minimum of eight feet above the sidewalk. No projecting sign shall extend over any portion of the curb or roadway; and
(e) Projecting signs shall be made of durable, permanent materials consistent with the period and architecture of the building to which it is attached.
(2) Portable signs. One sign is allowed per business subject to the following conditions.
(a) All signs shall not exceed 12 square feet of surface display area per side.
(b) All signs shall not exceed four feet in height.
(c) All signs shall be placed within six feet of the entry or exit door of the structure.
(3) Ground signs. Due to the physical limitations of properties in the CBD District and the proximity of businesses to the road, ground signs are not permitted.
(1984 Code, Ch. 6-03) (Ord. 332, passed 3-28-2000; Ord. 464, passed 5-11-2021)
(A) Signs in an Industrial District shall be permitted, subject to the following limitations. Any sign not expressly permitted is prohibited.
(1) Ground signs.
(a) One on-premises advertising sign per developed lot or parcel not exceeding 32 square feet in surface display area per side.
(b) The sign shall contain only those items which are permitted pursuant to the requirements of this section in order to promote safety and clear sight paths.
(c) The top of ground signs shall not be higher than six feet above the average grade or the finished elevation of the sidewalk nearest the sign, whichever is less.
(d) All signs shall maintain a minimum setback from the street right-of-way line of ten feet.
(e) The ground sign shall be located a minimum of ten feet from any property line or to the edge of the pavement of any driveway entrance off the right-of-way.
(f) The ground sign shall be integrated into the landscape buffer design and shall be compatible with the design and materials used for the structures on the site.
(g) The masonry base height of any ground sign shall be a minimum of 16 inches and shall not exceed 36 inches. The masonry base shall not exceed the length of the sign.
(2) Wall signs.
(a) Wall signs may include any of the following: flat aluminum or steel with an automotive enamel finish, plywood with a high-quality latex painted surface, channel letters, or sandblasted or carved wood and may include registered trademarks. All signs are subject to inspection by the building or Zoning Official and owners may be required to repaint or refinish these signs if not found to be in a safe, neat, and attractive condition.
(b) The total square footage allowed for a wall sign, shall be determined by multiplying one square foot by the linear footage of the building or legally occupied space, but shall be limited to 100 square feet or 20% of the building wall, whichever is smaller. Awning signs are not permitted in the CBD District.
(c) All wall signs must be safely and securely attached to the building by means of anchors, bolts, or expansion screws. In no case shall strips of wood or nails secure any wall sign.
(3) Marquee signs. Marquee signs shall not exceed the surface display area permitted for wall signs.
(4) Projecting signs.
(a) Two per building, but only one per wall with a surface display area not exceeding one and one-half square feet in area for each lineal foot of building frontage up to a maximum of 25 square feet per side;
(b) Projecting signs shall be attached directly to a building by means of building mounts or hung from a mast arm. These support members may also include decorative appurtenances;
(c) Signs must project at a 90-degree angle to the building surface to which attached; and
(d) Projecting signs shall not extend beyond the minimum required setback line or into and over street right-of-way.
(5) Window signs.
(a) Permanent window copy, painted or otherwise attached to the window surface, shall be limited to 50% of the total window surface.
(b) Temporary window signs, painted or otherwise attached to the window surface, shall not exceed 75% of the window surface. No temporary window sign shall be displayed for more than 30 consecutive days.
(c) The provisions stated above shall not restrict the reasonable application upon a window surface of lettering or decals giving the address, hours of business, entrance or exit information, professional or security information, credit cards which are accepted, or similar information, nor shall the surface area of such lettering or decals be included in the overall computation of allowable signage.
(d) Permanent window copy and temporary window signs used in conjunction shall not exceed 75% of the total window surface.
(6) Illuminated signs.
(a) Signs may be illuminated but no blinking, fluttering lights, or flashing or moving illumination shall be permitted.
(b) The source of illumination shall not be visible beyond the property line of the parcel on which the sign is located.
(c) Neon signs shall be permitted, subject to the limitations herein.
(d) Signs shall not revolve or move in any manner; because of tradition, barber poles, are exempt.
(e) Canopy signs shall not be internally lighted.
(f) Lighting shall be downward facing and shielded from residential uses and districts.
(g) The maximum foot-candle reading shall not exceed 0.3 foot-candles above the ambient light.
(7) Portable signs. One sign is allowed per business subject to the following conditions.
(a) All signs shall not exceed 12 square feet of surface display area per side.
(b) All signs shall not exceed four feet in height.
(8) Electronic message boards. A maximum of one sign shall be permitted provided they are not a nuisance such as intensity, level of distraction or other nuisances not specifically listed here to residential neighboring properties after sundown.
(a) Messages on electronic message boards must not blink, flutter, or flash across the viewing area. Messages may only switch from one message to another by fading or scrolling to the new message.
(b) The maximum foot-candle reading shall not exceed 0.3 foot-candles above the ambient light measured from the property line or right-of-way at a height of three feet.
(9) Temporary signs. A sign may be used in a CBD - Commercial District in accordance with the following provisions:
(a) A sign permit shall be obtained prior to the installation of the sign;
(b) Must be placed on the same premises where the business is located;
(c) No more than four permits for the signs shall be issued for the same premises within one calendar year for a maximum of 30 days each. A business center consisting of two or more establishments that share a common parking lot shall be considered as one premises;
(d) Pennants, flags, or streamers that display no advertisement may be used for a maximum of 120 days per calendar year, pursuant to special exception permit, not to exceed 30 days per permit; and
(e) The signs may only be illuminated in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
(1984 Code, Ch. 6-03) (Ord. 464, passed 5-11-2021)
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