(A) Off-premise signs shall be allowed in the Interstate Corridor areas with zoning classifications of BH, IL, and IG.
(B) The maximum size per face of an off-premise sign shall be 500 square feet, excluding structural supports and trim.
(C) The faces of the sign constructed in the form of a "V" shall not exceed 45 degrees.
(D) The maximum height of an off-site sign shall be limited to the allowable maximum height of the principle structure for the zoning district in which the sign is located.
(E) The sign shall have a minimum clear space of ten feet.
(F) Off-premise signs shall be separated by a distance of 1,000 feet on the same side of the road/street and shall have a 500 foot circumference from any other off-premise sign on the opposite side of the street.
(G) The setback from the street right-of-way shall be equal to the height of the off-premise sign.
(H) The setback from all other property lines shall be a minimum of ten feet.
(I) When a sign is adjacent to a residential area, the sign shall be set back equal to the height of the sign.
(J) The structural support of the off-premise sign shall be constructed on a steel pole(s).
(K) Off-premise signs may be illuminated, subject to the following conditions:
(1) Signs which contain, include or are illuminated by any flashing, intermittent or moving light(s) are prohibited.
(2) Signs which are not effectively shielded as to prevent beams or rays of light from being directed at any portion of a street or roadway and which are of such intensity or brilliance as to cause glare and to impair the vision of the driver of any motor vehicle are prohibited.
(3) No sign shall be so illuminated that it interferes with the effectiveness of or obscures an official traffic sign, device or signal.
(L) All off-premise signs shall be maintained in a state of good repair.
(M) Before erecting any off-premise sign, a sign permit, location improvement permit, and a building permit must be obtained through the proper offices.
(N) Whenever it shall appear that any sign has been constructed or is being maintained in violation of this section, such display shall be made to conform with all regulations herein or shall be removed at the expense of the owner within 30 days after written notification by the Zoning Administrator or Building Inspector.
(Ord. 07-2604, passed 1-7-08) Penalty, see § 98.99