On free-standing signs the sign structure may extend above the maximum allowable height of the sign for embellishment purposes. Under no circumstances, however, may such extension exceed 20% of the maximum allowable height for the sign. Further, such embellishment shall not include thereon any symbol, representation, logogram, insignia, illustration, or other form of advertising message. (Figure 26).
(Ord. 81-0-8, passed 4-21-81) Penalty, see § 157.999