A. Prohibited Obstructions: The following obstructions are prohibited within vision triangles:
1. Hedges and walls higher than two feet (2') above the curb level.
2. Fences higher than two feet (2') above the curb level. However, fences that are of a type that is less than twenty percent (20%) solid, such as split rail, open weave, or wrought iron, are permitted within the vision triangle; provided, that such fences are kept free from plantings and other materials that are more than two feet (2') in height. Solidity is the percent of the fence over a random area that is made up of solid, opaque material that does not allow light or air to pass through.
3. Signs, except as specifically exempted in subsection B of this section.
4. Structures of any type, including principal and accessory buildings, except as exempted in subsection B of this section.
5. Items of outdoor display or storage, including ornamental features, such as fountains, statues, garden structures and similar features.
6. Parking and vehicular display areas.
B. Exemptions: The following structures are exempt from the provisions of this article:
1. Structures, including signs, in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 zones.
2. After review by the city, buildings on lots at intersections where both streets are signalized. The city will approve or deny a request to construct a building within the vision triangle based on such factors as street right of way width, speed and volume of traffic through the intersection, and the number of turning movements.
3. Utility and street light poles.
4. Traffic control equipment, including control boxes, traffic signs, and structures that support traffic signals.
5. Building signs located on buildings that are exempt from the vision triangle requirements as specified in subsections B1 and B2 of this section.
6. A sign established according to chapter 5, article B, "Sign Regulations", of this title, provided the bottom edge of the sign and any supporting structure is at least eight feet (8') above the adjacent curb level, so that visual clearance is maintained within the vision triangle. Poles and supporting structures for signs are prohibited within the vision triangle. (Ord. 05-4186, 12-15-2005)