1179.012 SIGN SETBACK REQUIREMENTS .

   Except as modified in this Section, on-premises signs, where permitted, shall be set back from the established right-of-way line of any thoroughfare at least ten (10') feet. No off-premises sign shall be erected in front of the required setback line for the appropriate zoning district.

      A.   Increased Setback After Variance is Granted

         For every square foot by which any on-premises sign exceeds fifty square feet (50 sf.), the setback shall be increased by one-half foot (½') but need not exceed one hundred feet (100').

      B.   Setbacks for Off-Premises Signs

         If a setback line is not established for the appropriate zoning district, off-premises signs shall be set back a minimum of twenty feet (20') from the right-of-way line. Billboards located near an interstate highway shall be a minimum of six hundred feet (600') from the right-of-way.

      C.   Setbacks for Public and Quasi-Public Signs

         Real estate signs and bulletin boards for a church, school, or any other public, religious or educational institution may be erected not less than ten feet (10') from the established right-of-way line of any street or highway, provided such sign or bulletin board does not obstruct traffic visibility at street or highway intersections.

      D.   Special Yard Provisions

         On-premises signs, where permitted, shall be erected or placed in conformity with the side and rear yard requirements of the district in which located, except that in any residential district, on-premises signs shall not be erected or placed within twelve feet (12') of a side or rear lot line. If the requirement for a single side yard in the appropriate zoning district is more than twelve feet (12'), the latter shall apply.