Allowed methods of illumination are divided into several types as described below; all other forms of sign lighting are prohibited. All lighted signs shall comply with lighting standards as set forth in this Title.
A. Unlighted. A sign with neither an internal light nor an external source intended specifically for the purpose of lighting the sign.
B. Internally Lighted. A sign with an internal light intended to illuminate translucent portions of the sign.
C. Externally Lighted. A sign with an external light source intended specifically to illuminate the sign. External light fixtures, which produce glare shall not be permitted.
D. Neon. A sign with exposed neon tubes.
E. Darksky lighting. All illuminated signs shall be designed as Darksky lights. (Ord. 232, 4-14-2010)