A. Off Premises Not Allowed: Off premises signs are not allowed as painted wall signs.
B. Limitation; Identification, Limited Business: Painted wall signs shall be limited to identification signs and limited business signs restricted to only the name of the business and shall comply with the area requirements for the applicable major sign group.
C. Conditional Use In All Zones; Considerations: A painted wall sign is a conditional use in all zones, and in the review of such signs, the Planning Commission shall consider:
1. The character of the proposed sign, not only in and of itself, but also in terms of the effect such a sign will have upon the character of the surrounding area;
2. The way in which the sign will be read, and whether its size, location, configuration and character are appropriate to its intended audience, or whether a more appropriate sign could better serve its intended purpose, and at the same time, be less visually disruptive;
3. The sign shall be designed to complement the architecture of the building, without detracting from its significant details.
D. Where Prohibited: Painted wall signs are not allowed for a cannabis production establishment or a medical cannabis pharmacy.
(1979 Code § 15.12.171; amd. Ord. 86-33, 7-10-1986; Ord. 90-15, 3-15-1990; Ord. 92-36, 6-16-1992; Ord. 2019-46, 10-22-2019)