(A) No signs, canopies, wooden or metal marquees, or other similar structures shall project beyond any street right-of-way line, except where accessory to and on the same premises as used within the five business districts designated by this Ordinance. Billboards are prohibited in all districts. Any of the above structures within the five designated business districts must be positioned so that the farthest extended part of such structures shall be at least seven and one-half feet from the existing right-of-way line measured from the building side of the right-of-way line. All signs, canopies, wooden or metal marquees, or other similar structures shall be placed so that the lowest part is no closer to the sidewalk or ground than eight feet. A flexible valance may extend one additional foot toward the sidewalk or ground for a clear height of seven feet above the sidewalk. No sign, canopy, wooden or metal marquee or similar structure shall be higher than 20 feet, nor allowed to project above any roof line.
(B) Canopies, awnings, and other similar type structures may be used only if:
(1) The canopies and awning provide nothing other than identification and street numbers.
(2) They will not obstruct the view with support and enclosing walls.
(3) They can be removed or secured during time of foul weather.
(4) They conform to the structural and construction standards of the NC state building code.
(Ord. 1695, passed 11-8-12; Am. Ord. 1838, passed 3-10-22)