In addition to the general requirements set forth in this chapter, the following shall apply to residential districts:
(A) Subdivision identification signs. One (1) subdivision identification sign per street frontage, indicating only the name of the subdivision and not exceeding thirty-two (32) square feet in area. The sign structure must be ground-mounted, not to exceed nine (9) feet in height, and shall set back at least ten (10) feet from the property line. However, such sign may be located in the right-of-way (in the median only), subject to written authorization of the City Engineer, if deemed not to constitute a hazard. Proof of permanent maintenance and an encroachment permit shall be provided by the applicant prior to the issuance of a permit for a subdivision entrance identification sign located in the right-of-way.
(B) Multi-family development identification signs. One (1) wall sign and one (1) ground-mounted sign for multi-family structures or developments per street frontage, indicating only the name of the building or development and not exceeding thirty-two (32) square feet in area. A ground-mounted sign must be set back at least ten (10) feet from the property line, not to exceed nine (9) feet in height.
(C) Permitted commercial, nonconforming and conditional uses. One (1) wall sign and one (1) ground-mounted sign per street frontage is permitted, provided no sign shall exceed thirty-two (32) square feet in area. A ground-mounted sign must be set back at least ten (10) feet from the property line, not to exceed nine (9) feet in height.
(D) Institutional signs. One (1) wall sign and one (1) ground-mounted sign per street frontage is permitted, provided no sign shall exceed thirty-two (32) square feet in area, which shall serve to identify a public, semi-public, educational or religious institution and announce its services and/or activities. A ground-mounted sign must set back at least ten (10) feet from the property line, not to exceed nine (9) feet in height. Off-premise directional signs less than twelve (12) square feet shall be considered incidental signs.
(Ord. 99-06, passed 6-7-99) Penalty, see § 158.99