Signs listed in this section are subject to the general requirements of this chapter. These signs are classified as temporary signs. All temporary signs shall be set back at least five feet from all property lines and must not interfere with visibility of public rights-of-way. Each type of temporary sign has its own display period, quantity, and/or size regulations that must be met.
(A) Temporary signs exempt from review or permit requirement. The following temporary signs are not required to be reviewed by staff and do not require a permit, but shall comply with the following regulations and the general requirements for signage (see § 93.116). Failure to comply with these requirements will result in an order of removal.
(1) Temporary window signs.
(a) Zoning district. Temporary window signs are allowed in all zoning districts.
(b) Size. Temporary window signs shall not occupy more than 25% of the total ground floor window area on each building facade.
(c) Display period. Temporary window signs are limited to a display period of 30 days per calendar year.
(2) Yard signs.
(a) Zoning district. Temporary yard signs are allowed in all zoning districts.
(b) Size. In all zoning districts, a total of ten square feet of signage shall be permitted, with each sign not exceeding four feet in width or four feet in height.
(c) Election period. During an election period, Agricultural, Conservation, and Residential Districts, a total of 60 square feet of signage shall be permitted, with each sign not exceeding ten square feet. Any Agricultural or Conservation zoned property that is five acres or greater shall be permitted to have 100 square feet of signage, with each sign not exceeding ten square feet. In Business and Manufacturing Districts, a total of 120 square feet of signage shall be permitted, with each sign not exceeding ten square feet.
(d) Duration. Yard signs are permitted for 180 days per calendar year.
(B) Temporary signs with review and permit requirement. The following temporary signs require review by staff and a permit and must comply with the following regulations and the general requirements for signage (see § 93.116). Failure to comply with these requirements will result in an order of removal.
(1) A-frame signs.
(a) Zoning district. A-frame signs are allowed in non-residential districts and in residential districts for non-residential uses.
(b) Location. A-frame signs may be located on the sidewalk, but must meet the five foot setback requirement and must leave at least four feet of sidewalk width on at least one side of the sign so as not to interfere with pedestrian traffic or accessibility.
(c) Quantity. One A-frame sign is allowed per business.
(d) Size. A-frame signs shall not exceed eight square feet in area.
(e) Display period. A-frame signs may be displayed on a daily basis, but the display shall be limited to business hours. A-frame signs must be stored indoors at all other times. A-frame signs shall not be displayed when severe weather conditions may create a safety risk, such as high winds or heavy snow.
(2) Banners.
(a) Zoning district. Banners are allowed in non-residential districts and in residential districts for non-residential uses.
(b) Location. Banners may be anchored on a wall, in a window, or to posts in the front yard area as long as it meets the five foot setback from the front property line. Banners shall not project above the roof if it is attached to a building and shall not encroach into public rights-of-way.
(c) Quantity. One banner shall be allowed per business or event.
(d) Size. Banners shall not exceed 32 square feet in area.
(e) Display period. Banners are limited to a display period of 30 days per calendar year.
(Ord. 2014-18, passed 4-16-2014; Am. Ord. 2014-14, passed 11-19-2014; Am. Ord. 2020-02, passed 1-16-2020)