The following requirements apply to low profile ground signs:
A. A Sign Permit is required.
B. The maximum sign height is limited to 3 feet, 6 inches.
C. The maximum sign face area is limited to 35 square feet.
D. The minimum setback from street curb is 10 feet.
E. The minimum setback from any entrance/exit drive is 10 feet.
F. An Electronic Message Center (EMC) is permitted as a part of a low profile ground sign, and may sized up to one-half (1/2) of the utilized sign face area.
1. If an EMC is included on a low profile ground sign, the EMC cabinet must be surrounded on at least 2 complete sides by another material, such as a base, header, building materials or metal framing. Materials shall be chosen to match the principal building in material and/or color.
G. See Sec. 1113.0403 Ground Sign Standards.
H. If no portion of a low-profile ground sign is internally illuminated, the maximum sign height may be increased to 6 feet. For any sign over 3 feet 6 inches in height, the minimum setback from any curb is 18 feet. Other applicable standards, including the maximum sign area of 35 square feet and all requirements of Sec. 1113.0403 Ground Sign Standards, still apply.
(Ord. 166-24. Passed 4-10-24.)