(A) Real estate signs indicating the sale, long-term rental or lease of the property on which the signs are located. Said signs are not to exceed six square feet per face on properties zoned residential. Two signs are allowed per property. In cases of commercially zoned property (B-1, B-2) or three or more contiguous residential lots, a single sign, not to exceed 18 square feet and the dimensions of three feet by six feet, is permitted. The signs are not to be illuminated and must be removed 60 days after the closing or lease of the property.
(B) Political signs representing candidates for election or issues present on a ballot shall be allowed in all zoning districts. Such signs are not to exceed six square feet per face. Signs shall not contain more than two faces. Signs on private property may be posted only after the official campaign period has begun. Signs must be removed within five days following the appropriate election. Property owners and political candidates are equally responsible for the removal of signs. Signs in a right-of-way shall comply with G.S. § 136-32, as amended.
(Ord. passed 11-2-2011; Ord. 2015-1, passed 1-7-2015; Ord. 2016-1, passed 4-7-2016; Ord. 2018-02, passed 5-3-2018)