It shall be the purpose of this article to promote the safety, health, peace, dignity and general welfare of the people and the town in a manner consistent with the unique natural beauty that distinguishes the town through the regulation of the posting, displaying, erection, use and maintenance of signs. Further, it is recognized that the standards and regulations for signs will address the following purposes:
(1) Provide an improved environmental setting and community appearance which is vital for the economic well-being of the town.
(2) Create a more productive and professional business environment.
(3) Provide signs which are in scale and appropriate to the planned character and development in each zoning district.
(4) Promote traffic safety and prevent hazard or nuisance conditions for vehicle or pedestrian traffic.
(5) Prevent the visual clutter of signage which distracts from business and conflicts with legitimate informational signage and signage which is essential for public health and safety.
(6) Protect and enhance the value of properties within the town.
(7) Promote the public safety and general welfare of the town.
(Code 1989, § 92.146; Ord. of 11-18-2003)