For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
SIGN. Any device (including, but not limited to, letters, words, numerals, figures, emblems, pictures, or any part or combination) used for visual communication intended to attract the attention of the public and visible to the public right-of-way or other properties. The term SIGN shall not include any governmental unit.
SIGN, ABANDONED. A sign, including the sign face and supporting structure, which refers to a discontinued business, profession, commodity, service, or other activity or use formerly occupying the site; or which contains no sign copy on all sign faces for a continuous period of six months.
SIGN, A-FRAME. An advertising or business ground sign constructed to form an “A” or tent-like shape, that may be hinged or not hinged at the top.
SIGN, ANIMATION. A sign with a sign face that moves in whole or in part and includes a flashing or a rotating sign, but does not include a clock, a time, date, or temperature display or an electronic message display.
SIGN AREA. The area of the surface of a sign, bounded by the top, bottom, and sides.
SIGN, ATTACHED. A sign that is structurally connected to a building or depends on that building for support.
SIGN, AWNING. A sign printed on such temporary or movable shelter supported entirely from the exterior wall of a building and composed of non-rigid materials except for supporting framework.
SIGN, BANNER. A temporary sign made of flexible material with a printed message or graphic secured or mounted from a structure in such a way as to allow wind movement.
SIGN, BILLBOARD. A sign that directs attention to a business, commodity, service, or entertainment conducted, sold, or offered at a location other than the premises on which the sign is located.
SIGN, BUILDING IDENTIFICATION. A sign identifying a specific business, service, activity, or profession, including, but not limited to, logo, trademark, name, address, and contact information, located on the premises.
SIGN, CANOPY. A sign that is attached or made an integral part of a canopy.
SIGN, DEVELOPMENT. A sign which, by means of symbol and/or name, identifies a development of residential, office, and/or commercial development.
SIGN, DETACHED. A sign anchored directly to the ground or supported by one or more posts, columns, or other vertical structures or supports, and not attached to or dependent for support from any building.
SIGN, DRIVEWAY. A sign that includes information in directing the flow of pedestrian or vehicular traffic, such as enter, exit, parking, and the like.
SIGN, DOUBLE-FACED. A sign consisting of no more than two parallel or near parallel faces supported by a single structure.
SIGN, ELECTRONIC MESSAGE. A sign which uses an array of electronic illuminated lights, generally controlled by a computer or other electronic programming device, to display information or supporting graphics.
SIGN, FEATHER. An advertising or business ground sign constructed to form a feather-like shape.
SIGN, FLAG. A sign that is emblazoned on a flag and is intended to be displayed in a free-flowing manner.
SIGN, FUEL ISLAND. A sign affixed to or mounted on a fuel island.
SIGN, GROUND. A detached on-premises sign built on a freestanding frame, mast, or pole(s) with a clearance no greater than three feet. This includes monument signs.
SIGN, GOVERNMENT. A sign, posting, notice, or similar elements placed, installed, or required by law by a city, county, state, or federal governmental agency in carrying out its responsibility to protect the public health, safety, and welfare, or for civic or recreational purposes.
SIGN, HAZARDOUS. Any sign or sign structure which is structurally unsafe, is not kept in good repair, or can cause electrical shock to persons likely to come into contact.
SIGN, H-FRAME. An advertising or business ground sign constructed to form an “H” shape.
SIGN, ILLUMINATED. A sign with an artificial light source incorporated internally or externally (directly or indirectly) for the purpose of illuminating the sign.
SIGN, L-FRAME. An advertising or business ground sign constructed to form an “L” shape.
SIGN, MONUMENT. An on-premises freestanding sign with the appearance of a solid base; see the definition of “ground sign”.
SIGN, MOVING. A sign that conveys its message through rotating, changing, or animated elements by mechanical means or by action of wind currents.
SIGN, NONCONFORMING. A sign that was legally erected prior to the adoption of this chapter, but which now violates the regulations of this chapter.
SIGN, OFF-PREMISE. A sign identifying or advertising a business, profession, activity, service, or product that is not located, sold, or produced on the same premises as the sign.
SIGN, ON-PREMISE. A sign identifying or advertising a business, profession, activity, service, or product that is located, sold, or produced on the same premises as the sign.
SIGN, POLE. An on-premise sign built on a freestanding frame, mast, or pole(s) with a clearance greater than three feet.
SIGN, PORTABLE. A sign supported by frames or posts rigidly attached to bases not permanently attached to the ground or a building and capable of being moved from place to place, and constructed of paper, cloth, canvas, light fabric, cardboard, plywood, light plastic, or other similar materials.
SIGN, PROJECTING. A sign other than a wall sign that is attached to and projects from a building face.
SIGN, RESIDENTIAL. A small detached or attached sign located on a residential premise, conveying a message communicated by the owner or resident of the property.
SIGN, ROOF. A sign or part of sign erected upon, against, or directly above a roof or on top of or above the parapet or cornice of a building.
SIGN, TEMPORARY. A sign designed or fabricated of materials that advertise or communicate messages that change frequently or that become outdated, are made of materials of relatively low durability, or are intended to be removed or replaced within a period of six months or less. Also known as a “portable sign”.
SIGN, WALL. A sign attached to and parallel with the side of a building that does not project more than two feet from the building wall.
SIGN, WINDOW. A sign painted on or installed inside a window for the purpose of viewing from outside the premises.
SIGN, YARD. A temporary portable sign that is supported by a frame, pole, or other structure placed directly in or upon the ground, wall, or window.
(Ord. 2023-13, passed 7-25-2023)