A special event freestanding sign, with time and quantity limitations, shall be permitted for institutions, churches, synagogues and other non-profit entities who have obtained tax exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or government owner facilities. The time and quantity limitations defined within this section are imposed to avoid visual clutter, the development of litter, traffic hazard or other adverse effects.
(a) Restrictions.
(1) Size. The sign facing can be shaped in any dimensional configuration, limited by the allowable sign face square footage. The entire sign structure is to allow for the various sign face dimensional configurations, but shall not exceed the maximum structure's stated limitations.
A. Maximum structure height: 5 feet.
B. Maximum structure width: 8 feet.
C. Maximum sign face area: 36 square feet.
(2) Location.
A. No closer than 20 feet from the front property line; and
B. No closer than 15 feet from any other property line.
C. On corner lots, no sign shall be allowed within a triangle formed between points on the front and side property lines within 35 feet from their intersection.
(3) Quantity. One sign per event.
(4) Duration.
A. Not to exceed 15 days;
B. Not more than six times per calendar year; and
C. Such sign shall be removed within two days of the completion of the event or project.
(b) Applicable Sections.
(1) Section 770.06, Computations.
(2) Section 770.07, Sign Design and Construction Criteria.
(3) Section 770.08, Maintenance.
(4) Section 770.10, Application Requirements.
(Ord. 15-01. Passed 9-22-03.)