(a) Unless specifically exempted, zoning clearance shall be obtained from the Division of Planning for all signs exceeding nine (9) square feet in total area, before they are erected or altered. Zoning clearance is necessary to verify that the sign meets all zoning requirements prior to the issuance of a Building Permit.
(b) When applying for zoning clearance, the following must be submitted.
(1) A dimensioned site plan showing the location and size of proposed sign(s) and on-site buildings or other structures.
(2) For free-standing signs, scaled elevation drawings shall be required.
(3) Temporary and Air Activated Devices. Before zoning clearance can be granted for the items mentioned, a rough drawn site plan and a set duration for the signs, not to exceed sixty (60) days in a one (1) year period, (start date and ending date) must be presented to zoning along with application for permit.
(c) A Zoning Permit shall be required for all portable signs regardless of size. The fee for the permit shall be in accordance with the schedule of fees maintained in the Department of Community Development.
(d) Upon receipt of a complete and accurate application for zoning clearance or Zoning Permit, the Division of Planning shall grant or deny zoning clearance or permit within ten (10) working days after the day the application is submitted.
(e) Failure of the Division of Planning to issue a permit or give reason for denial within the required ten (10) working days shall be construed to be an issuance of zoning clearance or permit.
(f) All appeals to this chapter shall be heard by the Board of Zoning Appeals.
(g) Building Permits shall be required for signs as determined by the Sandusky Division of Building.
(h) Changes to Signs. No sign shall be structurally altered, enlarged or relocated except in conformance with the provisions of this chapter, nor until zoning clearance and a proper permit, if required, has been secured.
(i) Permit Fees. There shall be no fee for zoning clearance approval. Zoning Permit Fees and Building Permit fees shall be in accordance with the fee schedule kept on record with the respective department.
(j) Revoking Zoning Clearance or Permit. The Director of Community Development may revoke zoning clearance or a Zoning Permit where there has been a violation of the provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 03-112. Passed 7-14-03.)