§ 152.303 PROHIBITED SIGNS.
   The following signs are prohibited in all districts, unless otherwise provided for in this subchapter:
   (A)   Any sign constructed, maintained, or altered in a manner not in compliance with this subchapter;
   (B)   Billboards;
   (C)   Roof signs;
   (D)   Beacons, strings of lights, pennants, spinners, or streamers used for commercial purposes;
   (E)   Signs containing flashing, intermittent, or moving lights, or signs with moving or revolving parts, or reflecting parts which may distract drivers;
   (F)   Signs which imitate traffic signals, traffic direction signs, or similar traffic control devices, and signs which make use of words including but not limited to "stop," "look," "danger," or any other words, phrases, symbols, or characters in such a manner as to interfere with, mislead, or confuse traffic;
   (G)   Any sign that, by reason of the location, shape, color, or movement, may obstruct the view of or be confused with any official traffic sign, signal, or control device;
   (H)   Signs affixed to trees, rocks, shrubs, or similar natural features, except signs denoting a site of historic significance;
   (I)   Signs other than those erected by a public agency which are located within or overhang the public right-of-way or on public property, unless otherwise specified herein;
   (J)   Temporary signs mounted upon trucks, vans, or other wheeled devices. Signs permanently painted on or otherwise permanently displayed upon a vehicle, licensed and operating on the public streets and highways, identifying the owner's occupation or livelihood, shall be permitted;
   (K)   Any sign or sign structure which constitutes a hazard to public health and safety due to inadequate maintenance;
   (L)   Any sign affixed to a light standard except for government agency signs authorized under § 152.302(K).
   (M)   Any sign unlawfully installed, erected, or maintained.
(Ord. 37, passed 8-28-2005; Ord. 75, passed 11-13-2006; Ord. 107, passed 12-12-2011; Ord. 173, passed 12-11-2023) Penalty, see § 152.999