The following requirements apply to high profile ground signs:
A. A Sign Permit is required.
B. The maximum sign height is limited to 12 feet.
C. The maximum sign face area is limited to 90 square feet.
D. The maximum sign width is limited to 20 feet.
E. The minimum setback from street curb is 18 feet.
F. The minimum setback from any entrance/exit drive is 10 feet.
G. The minimum side yard setback is 10 feet.
H. For every 3 square feet of sign face area, the sign shall also include at least 1 square foot of brick, stone, metal, and/or other building materials as permitted in Sec. 1109.0500 Building Façade Materials and Color. Materials shall be selected and designed to match the architecture of the principal building.
I. The sign shall be designed to harmonize with the principal building and surrounding architecture by incorporating the same architectural base and top treatments as the principal building. This includes wainscot and wall materials, cornice details, roof shape, and roof material. Other features and details such as decorative masonry and columns are encouraged.
J. A high profile ground sign shall be supported on a full base foundation that does not allow air to pass beneath the sign.
K. Visible support poles are prohibited.
L. An Electronic Message Center (EMC) is permitted as a part of a high 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 high 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.
M. See Sec. 1113.0403 Ground Sign Standards.
(Ord. 166-24. Passed 4-10-24.)