1161.06 SIGNS IN BUSINESS DISTRICTS.
   (a)   All permanent signs in the U-4, U-4A, U-5, U-6 and U-7, S-1A Use Districts shall conform to the maximum area, height and quantity regulations set forth in Schedule 1161.06.
 
Schedule 1161.06
Signs in Business Districts
(a) Building Signs
1.0 sq. ft. Per lineal foot of the principal building’s primary frontage (see also Section 1161.06(b))
(b) Window Signs (including permanent and temporary) 1
20% of the area of each window 2
 
(c) Freestanding Signs
One (1) sign a maximum area of 32 square feet and a maximum height of eight (8) feet.
One (1) additional sign at each curb-cut from a public street a maximum of six (6) square feet and a maximum height of four (4) feet.
1 See also subsection “(c)” below.
2 First floor only. Second floor businesses are not permitted window signs.
 
   (b)   Projecting Signs. In addition to the wall signs permitted in Schedule 1161.06, the Planning and Zoning Commission may approve projecting sign(s) for a business or a building when it determines that (1) such sign(s) will assist pedestrians in identifying the businesses because the visibility of the wall signs is impaired from the walkway in front of the building; or (2) that such signs will compliment the design of the building and will not be contrary to the purposes and intent of these regulations.
   (c)   Window Signs. Permanent window signs shall be comprised of individual letters, logos, or design elements and shall not include a solid or opaque background so as not to obscure the view through the windows.
(Ord. 2016-24. Passed 2-8-17.)