“Sign permit” means the document issued by the Building Inspector authorizing construction of a specific sign at a specific location. Other than professional nameplates not exceeding two square feet in area and other signs specifically excluded in this chapter, a sign permit shall be required for all permanent signage before any work is initiated.
Each application for a sign permit shall be accompanied by a drawing showing the design proposed; the size, style, and color of letters, lines and symbols; the method of illumination; the exact location of the sign in relation to the building and property; and the details and specifications for construction. The fee schedule for sign permits shall be as follows:
Sign area less than 16 square feet | $20/sign |
Sign area 16-32 square feet | $50/sign |
Sign area greater than 32 square feet | $100/sign |
Fees are exempted for:
(a) Public and Semi-public uses
(b) A change to the face of a sign that conforms to Code requirements and does not modify the area of the sign, sign cabinet or electrical service.
(Ord. 63-2002. Passed 12-16-02.)