1173.31 LED AND DIGITAL SIGNS.

   Digital or LED display signs shall be permitted under the following conditions:

   (a)   The sign shall be permitted only as a fully enclosed section of a permanent wall sign constructed of brick, stone, or concrete. The sign and wall shall be surrounded by approved landscaping that measures 10 times the area of the lighted area of the sign (one side). For example, a 16 sq. ft. sign would require a 160 sq. ft. landscaped area. The landscaped area shall be properly maintained or the sign permit shall be revoked.

   (b)   No flashing or moving lights, animation or video shall be displayed at any time.

   (c)   The total internally lighted area shall have black background and shall not exceed 16 square feet in area.

   (d)   The sign display may not be changed more than two times each hour.

   (e)   The display shall only be lighted or turned on during open business hours.

   (f)   LED signs shall comply with all other requirements of the code including size, number, height and location of signs.

   (g)   Lighting levels shall be consistent with Section 1173.32.

      (Ord. K-5-94-2. Passed 5-9-94.)