(a) External Illumination and Shielding. No sign will be illuminated in a manner which causes the lighting of the sign to be directed onto the public right-of-way where the lighting can distract or create a safety hazard for traffic. Sign lighting must also be controlled in a manner where it does not direct intense light into residential areas. Signs that have external illumination must have lighting fixtures or luminaries that are fully shielded and directed away from any abutting lot. Illumination is not to be greater than necessary to meet the needs of the business or use served.
(b) Internal Illumination. All electronic message center signs and other internally illuminated signs must be equipped with a photocell and automatic dimmer, and a cut sheet for the sign must be submitted to the City at the time of permit application showing compliance with these requirements.
(c) Prohibited Illumination. No signs will utilize flashing illumination or have a changing light intensity or brightness of color.
(Ord. 2021-057. Passed 6-16-21.)