(A) A flush-mounted sign is any sign mounted in such a way that the plane of its face is parallel to the plane of the wall to which it is attached, including those integrated into the surface of the wall itself. Flush-mounted signs also include window signs, which are, defined as any sign visible from the exterior of the building or structure, which is painted directly on the surface of a window or affixed to or suspended immediately behind the window for the, purpose of informing the passerby of the identity of the proprietor or business, or of the product or service which can be obtained on the premises.
(B) Flush-mounted, wall and window signs shall comply with the following regulations:
(1) No flush-mounted, wall or window sign shall:
(a) Project more than 18 inches from the wall or surface to which it is attached; or
(b) Extend above the roof line of the building to which it is attached.
(2) Flush-mounted wall or window signs may be placed on any side or sides of a building except the rear, but signs on side walls that lack street frontage shall not be illuminated.
(Prior Code, § 20-1410) (Ord. 1648, passed 5-21-2012; Ord. 1699, passed 3-17-2014) Penalty, see § 154.999