Columbus City Zoning Code
CHAPTER 3379
THE INTERSTATE SYSTEM3
Editor's note— Terms reproduced in italic type are terms, or combinations of terms, defined in Chapter 3303, C.C. The use of italics does not affect the meaning of any code provision, and has been done only to enhance readability.
3379.01 - Signs along the Interstate System.
A.
Any sign along the Interstate System not permitted by this chapter is declared to be illegal and a threat to the safety of travelers on the Interstate System. The director shall ensure compliance with this chapter, and with the 2024 Zoning Code, by:
1.
Issuing orders to remove, alter, or relocate any sign not allowed.
2.
Removing or causing to be removed without notice any sign which is within the Interstate System right-of-way.
3.
Taking or causing to be taken legal proceedings for the enforcement of this chapter.
B.
Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, no sign shall be erected or permitted to remain in existence which:
1.
Is within or overhangs any portion of the right-of-way of the Interstate System.
2.
Is located or illuminated so as to obstruct or impair the vision of the operator of a motor vehicle who is proceeding in a lawful direction within the Interstate System right-of-way.
3.
Is prohibited by Ohio Revised Code Chapter 5516 (Control of Advertising Devices).
C.
Mandatory signs under the laws of the United States, the state of Ohio, or authorized by the city of Columbus are permitted.
D.
A permanent on-premises sign may be erected within 660 feet of any interstate system right-of-way line in conformance with this Graphics Code. No mechanical movement, automatic changeable copy, or flashing lights or other special effect shall be utilized.
E.
Temporary on-premises signs may be displayed along Interstate System frontages. Such signs shall be subject to all standards pertaining to temporary signs in the underlying zoning district of the subject property.
F.
An off-premises sign may be erected in conformance with this Graphics Code, provided that no off-premises sign shall be located within 660 feet of any Interstate System right-of-way line, which can be perceived at any time by the operator of a motor vehicle proceeding in any lawful direction within the Interstate System.
(Ord. 2837-96 § 7; Ord. No. 0170-2014, § 11, 7-28-2014; Ord. No. 1200-2017, § 40, 6-12-2017; Ord. No. 2111-2024, § 1(Att.), 7-29-2024)