Sec. 59-F-8.1. Exempt.

The following signs are exempt from the requirements of this Article:

   (a)   When Two Square Feet or Less.  The following signs on private property do not require a permit and are exempt from the requirements of this ordinance when the area of the sign is 2 square feet or less:

      (1)   Residential Living Sign.  A sign on private property, customarily associated with residential living or decoration.

      (2)   Newspaper and Mailbox.  A sign that is part of a mailbox or newspaper tube and conforms with government regulations.

      (3)   Warning Signs.  A sign warning the public about trespass, danger, or safety considerations.

   (b)   A sign legally affixed to a bus shelter or transit center information kiosk pursuant to an approved franchise agreement.

   (c)   Regardless of Size.  The following signs do not require a permit and are exempt from the size, placement and number requirements of this ordinance, but must comply with the prohibitions contained in Section 59-F-7:

      (1)   Not Visible Outside the Property.  A sign which is not visible beyond the property lines of the property where the sign is located.

      (2)   Official Duties of Government or Utilities.  A sign used by a government agency or utility company erected by, or on the order of, a public officer or utility official in the performance of its official duties, such as controlling traffic, identifying streets, warning of danger, providing information.

      (3)   Required by Law.  Any sign required to be displayed by law or regulation.

      (4)   Certain Flags.  A flag which is displayed on a flagpole.

      (5)   Commemorative Sign.  A sign that is cut into the masonry surface or constructed of bronze or other material and made an integral part of the structure like a cornerstone, memorial, plaque or historical marker.

      (6)   Part of a Dispenser.  A sign that is an integral part of a dispensing mechanism, like a beverage machine, newspaper rack, or gasoline pump.

      (7)   Adornments and Decorations. Any adornments or seasonal decorations.

(Legislative History: Ord. No. 13-76, §1; Ord. No. 15-25, § 2; Ord. No. 16-02, § 4.)