Signs in residential districts shall conform to the regulations as set forth in this section, and the following types of signs shall be permitted:
(a) One nameplate not exceeding two (2) square feet in total area shall be permitted for each dwelling unit of a one- or two-family dwelling and may be located not less than 25 feet from any lot line of the premises. Illumination shall be permitted. Such nameplates shall not be permitted for dwellings of three or more units.
(b) Signs for Governmental, Civic and Religious Buildings. One bulletin board not exceeding 25 square feet in area and not exceeding six (6) feet in height shall be permitted on the premises of any institutional use.
(c) Directional signs necessary for the safe and efficient movement of traffic on the premises.
(d) Temporary signs for special events may be permitted by the Council provided the signs are not confused with traffic signs and do not interfere with the movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
(e) Real Estate Signs:
(1) “For Sale” or “To Rent” sign, temporary sign, not exceeding six (6) square feet in total area or four (4) feet in height shall be permitted for each dwelling or lot. Such sign shall be located not less than 25 feet from the front or any side lot line. Rental of room signs shall not be permitted.
(2) Subdivision development signs shall not exceed 100 square feet in total area for each street frontage and shall be located not less than 100 feet from any occupied residence. Permits for such temporary signs shall be for a period not exceeding one (1) year and may be renewed while construction is being pursued diligently. If no part of the development abuts a major or secondary street, directional signs not exceeding two (2) square feet in area may be permitted in public tree lawns for specified periods.
(3) Development signs, of permanent construction, indicating name, owner or manager shall be permitted if not exceeding 25 square feet in total area for each development and not exceeding five (5) feet in height.
(Ord. 474. Passed 8-27-73.)