This chapter shall be known and cited as the "De Beque Sign Code."

(Code 1995, § 14.13.010)

(a)

Purpose. The regulations in this chapter are intended to provide a fair and balanced legal framework for the use, placement, physical dimensions, and design of all signs within the Town. The purposes for these regulations include:

(1)

To recognize that signs are a necessary means of visual communication for the convenience of the public and to provide flexibility within the sign review/approval process to allow for unique circumstances and creativity.

(2)

To recognize and ensure the right of those concerned to identify businesses, services and other activities by the use of signs, and limit signs to those which are accessory and incidental to the use on the premises where such signs are located.

(3)

To provide a reasonable balance between the right of an individual to identify his or her business and the right of the public to be protected against the visual discord resulting from the unrestricted proliferation of signs and similar devices.

(4)

To protect the public from damage or injury caused by signs that are poorly designed or maintained and from distractions or hazards to pedestrians or motorists caused by the indiscriminate placement or use of signs.

(5)

To conserve energy by supporting use of lighting elements that utilize light-emitting diodes (LED), florescent bulbs and other low energy consuming lighting devices, thereby reducing energy demands.

(6)

To promote conservation of energy by reducing or eliminating the over-lighting of signs and use of inefficient lighting systems.

(7)

To support use of materials in structures that include recycled products and other materials that are designed for longevity and that minimize environmental impacts.

(8)

To ensure signs are well-designed and contribute in a positive way to the Town's visual environment, express local character, and help develop a distinctive image for the Town.

(9)

To encourage signs which are responsive to the aesthetics and character of their particular location, adjacent buildings and uses, and the surrounding neighborhood.

(10)

To ensure signs are compatible and integrated with a building's architectural design and with other signs on and near the property.

(11)

To prevent unnecessary or excessive competition between signs in the Town.

(12)

To ensure signs are appropriate for where they are located.

(13)

To provide mechanisms for bringing nonconforming signs into compliance with these regulations as a result of changing use, abandonment or other legal mechanisms.

(b)

Interpretation. The provisions of this chapter shall be interpreted to impose the least amount of restriction on speech and expression as is necessary to achieve the legitimate Town purposes described in subsection (a) of this section.

(c)

Application. All construction, relocation, enlargement, alteration, and modification of signs within the Town shall conform to the requirements of this chapter, all State and Federal regulations concerning signs and advertising, and applicable building codes.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.020)

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Above-roof sign means a sign displayed above the peak or parapet of a building.

Administrator or Code Administrator means the Town Administrator or his or her designee.

Animation or animated means the movement or the illusion of movement of any part of a sign's structure, design, or pictorial or text segment, including the movement of any illumination or the flashing or varying of light intensity; the automatic changing of all or any part of the facing of a sign. See also Changeable copy and Movement.

Architectural detail means any projection, relief, cornice, column, change of building material, window, or door opening on any building. See also Sign area,Wall sign, and Roof sign.

Architectural, historic, or scenic area means an area that contains unique architectural, historic, or scenic characteristics that require additional regulations to ensure that signs enhance the visual character and are compatible with the area.

Auxiliary sign means a sign in addition to other signs associated with a business or use. The sign area of any auxiliary sign is calculated in the sum of total square footage for all signs. For example, an awning sign may be considered an auxiliary sign when used in conjunction with a wall sign for a business.

Awning means a cloth, plastic, or other nonstructural covering that either is not moveable and permanently attached to a building or can be raised or retracted to a position against the building when not in use.

Banner means a sign on a lightweight material that may be temporarily but not permanently affixed to a building or other structure and that may be affected by the movement of air.

Bare-bulb illumination means a light source that consists of light bulbs with a 20-watt maximum wattage for each bulb.

Building means a structure having a roof supported by columns or walls.

Bulletin board means a type of changeable copy sign located on-premises used for temporary posting of bulletins, notices, events, or meetings, but that is not used to display commercial messages relating to products or services that are offered on the premises. Bulletin boards may be open or enclosed, and/or protected by glass, Plexiglas or a similar clear protective cover.

Canopy means a structure other than an awning which is made of cloth, wood, metal, or other material with frames affixed to a building and carried by a frame.

Changeable copy means copy that changes electronically or mechanically by remote or automatic means.

Changeable copy, manual, means copy that is changed manually in the field.

Clearance means the smallest vertical distance between the grade of the adjacent street or street curb and the lowest point of any sign, including framework and embellishments, extending over that grade.

Copy means text, wording or numbers in either permanent or removable form.

Directional sign means a sign with a symbol indicating direction of travel and may be found, for example, at the exit or entrance of a premises that has two or more driveways or adjacent to a street off of the right-of-way when used for real estate purposes.

Double-faced means a sign with two faces.

External illumination means illumination of a sign that is affected by an artificial source of light not contained within the sign itself.

Facade means the entire building front including the parapet and any other architectural details which faces and is parallel to or nearly parallel to a public or private street. There can be only one building facade for each street upon which a building faces.

Face means the area of a sign on which copy or graphics are placed.

Flashing illumination means illumination in which the artificial source of light is not maintained stationary or constant in intensity, color, or focus when a sign is illuminated.

Frontage means the length of the property line abutting a street on which the primary side or main public entrance of a building faces, and the horizontal, linear dimension of that side of a building with a primary public entrance, and/or main window display, that abuts a parking area or public right-of-way.

Government sign means any temporary or permanent sign erected and maintained by the Town, the County, the State, the Federal government, or other duly organized and constituted governmental or quasi-governmental entity.

Graphics means the presentation of information, logos, or symbols in the form of diagrams and illustrations instead of as words or numbers.

Ground sign means a sign supported by one or more uprights, posts, or bases placed upon or affixed in the ground and not attached to any part of a building. The term "ground sign" includes a pole sign and a monument sign.

Height means the vertical distance measured from the average elevation of the ground adjoin the sign to the highest point of the sign.

Holiday decorations mean noncommercial holiday or seasonal decorations that are displayed for no more than 60 days in any one year.

Illumination or illuminated means a source of any artificial or reflected light, either directly from a source of light incorporated in, or indirectly from an artificial source, so shielded that no direct illumination is visible elsewhere than on and in the immediate vicinity of the sign.

Indirect illumination means a source of external illumination, located away from the sign, that light the sign, but which is itself not visible to persons viewing the sign from any street, sidewalk or adjacent property.

Internal illumination means a light source that is concealed or contained within the sign and becomes visible through a translucent surface.

Item of information means a word, logo, abbreviation, symbol, or geometric shape.

Legal nonconforming sign means a sign that was lawfully constructed or installed prior to the adoption or amendment of this chapter and was in compliance with all of the provisions of the sign code then in effect, but which does not presently comply with this chapter. If a premises lawfully has more signs than this chapter would otherwise allow, any sign in excess of that number is nonconforming.

Lot means a parcel of land legally defined on a subdivision map recorded with the clerk and recorder or a parcel of land defined by a legal record or survey map.

Marquee means a permanent structure other than a roof, awning, or canopy which is attached to, supported by, and projecting from a building. Marquees are often, but not always, designed to accept the placement of changeable copy.

Master sign plan means a comprehensive sign program for a multi-use building or commercial development.

Monument sign means a ground sign permanently affixed to the ground at its base, supported entirely by a base structure, and not mounted on a pole.

Movement means physical redirection or revolution up or down, around, or sideways that completes a cycle of change at set intervals. See also Animation.

Multi-tenant building or multi-building complex means a grouping of two or more business establishments that either share common parking on the lot where they are located, or that occupy a single structure or separate structures that are physically or functionally related or attached.

Multi-use building means a building consisting of more than one separate commercial use.

Neon tube illumination means a source of light for externally lit signs supplied by a tube filled with neon or other inert gas and which is bent to form letters, symbols, or other shapes.

Nonconforming sign means a sign that was in existence prior to the adoption or amendment of these regulations and does not conform to the standards herein.

Occupancy means the portion of a building or premises owned, leased, rented or otherwise occupied for a given use.

Occupant means a use or tenant located in a building and includes multi-use/multi-tenant buildings, or shopping centers.

Off-premises sign means a sign which is not related in manner to the specific property upon which it is located or which directs attention to a person, business, profession, or activity not conducted on the property on which it is located.

Owner means the person with legal title to all or a portion of a piece of property as evidenced by official records such as a deed or assessor's record. The owner of property on which a sign is located is presumed to be the owner of the sign unless facts to the contrary are officially recorded or otherwise brought to the attention of the administrator, e.g., a sign leased from a sign company.

Painted wall sign means any sign that is applied with paint or similar substance on the face of a wall.

Parapet means the extension of a false front or wall above a roofline.

Pole cover means the cover enclosing or decorating a pole or other structural support of a sign.

Peak means the highest point on a roof or the highest point on another architectural element that blocks the rear view of a sign.

Pole sign means a freestanding sign that is permanently supported in a fixed location by a structure of poles, uprights, or braces from the ground and not supported by a building or a base structure.

Portable sign means a sign designed to be transported and not permanently attached to the ground or a building or designed to be permanently attached to the ground or a building, including, but not limited to, menu and sandwich board signs.

Premises means the lots, plots, portions, or parcels of land considered as a unit for a single use or development, whether owned or leased, and not located in a shopping center or multi-use building.

Projecting sign means a sign attached to and projecting from the wall of a building not in the same plane as the wall.

Roof sign means a sign painted, erected, constructed, or maintained on the roof of a building; a sign that is displayed above the eaves and under the peak of a building. See also Above-roof sign.

Shopping center means a commercial development under unified control consisting of four or more separate commercial establishments sharing a common building, or which are in separate buildings that share a common entranceway or parking area.

Sign means a lettered, numbered, symbolic, pictorial, or illuminated visual display of copy and/or graphics designed to identify, announce, direct, or inform and that is visible from a public right-of-way. The term "sign" includes banners, pennants, streamers, moving mechanisms, and lights, whether or not the device contains copy or graphics.

Sign area means the surface area that describes the largest square, rectangle, triangle, parallelogram, polygon or sphere as further defined under sign area calculations.

Sign area calculations.

(1)

Awning, banner, bulletin board, canopy, changeable copy, directional, marquee, off-premises, portable, suspended, or similar two-dimensional signs. The area of the sign face within a continuous perimeter composed of a single rectangle, circle, triangle, or parallelogram enclosing the extreme limits of characters, lettering, illustrations, ornamentations, or other figures shall be counted in calculating sign area.

(2)

Pole and monument signs.

a.

Signs composed of one or two individual sign faces. The area of the single largest sign face (if the sign faces are different sizes) shall be counted in calculating sign area by using the following formula. The area enclosing the perimeter shall be summed to determine total sign area. The perimeter of measurable area shall not include embellishments such as pole covers, framing, decorative roofing, etc., provided that there is not written advertising copy on such embellishments.

b.

Signs composed of more than two sign faces. The area enclosing the entire perimeter of each sign face shall be calculated and shall be summed with all other sign faces and divided by one-half to determine total sign area. The perimeter of measurable area shall not include embellishments such as pole covers, framing, decorative roofing, etc., provided that there is not written advertising copy on such embellishments.

(3)

Projecting signs. The area of the single largest sign face (if the sign faces are different sizes) within a continuous perimeter composed of a single rectangle, circle, triangle, or parallelogram enclosing the extreme limits of characters, lettering, illustrations, ornamentations, or other figures shall be counted in calculating sign area.

(4)

Wall signs. The area of the sign face free of architectural details on the facade of a building or part of a building within a continuous perimeter composed of a single rectangle, circle, triangle, or parallelogram enclosing the extreme limits of characters, lettering, illustrations, ornamentations, or other figures shall be counted in calculating sign area.

(5)

Other signs. Other signs that do not fall into any single sign area calculation category due to geometry, design or other characteristics shall be calculated using one or more of the most applicable aforementioned methodologies and based upon the more restrictive area calculation method as determined by town staff.

Size means the total area of the face used to display a sign, not including its supporting poles or structures. If a sign has two faces that are parallel, not more than two feet apart and supported by the same poles or structures, the size of the sign is one-half the area of the two faces. Spherical sign area shall be the entire surface of the sphere. The total area of multi-faced signs (more than two faces) shall be one-half the area of the two smallest faces, plus the total area of all faces greater than the two smallest.

Special event means a parade, circus, fair, carnival, festival, farmers' market or other similar event that is different in character from the customary or usual activities generally associated with the property upon which the special event is to occur.

Structure means anything which is built or constructed, an edifice or building of any kind or any piece of work artificially built or composed of parts joined together in some definite manner. The term "structure" includes a building.

Subdivision identification sign means a freestanding or wall sign identifying a recognized subdivision, condominium complex, or residential development.

Suspended sign means a sign that is suspended from the underside of a horizontal plane surface of a building or structure such as a canopy, porch ceiling or portico and is typically used as a pedestrian scale sign.

Temporary sign means a non-permanent sign, including a window sign and yard sign, to be displayed for a limited period of time as provided in this chapter, and that meets the dimensional requirements set forth in this chapter.

Unified sign band means a coordinated arrangement of signs on a structure with the same design style, font type, sign face, height and similar characteristics that create a unified appearance.

Use means the purpose for which a building, lot, sign or structure is intended, designed, occupied or maintained.

Wall sign means a sign painted on or attached directly to an exterior wall of a building or that which is dependent upon a building for support, with the exposed face of the sign located in a place substantially parallel to the exterior building wall to which the sign is attached or which supports the sign.

Wind sign means a sign consisting of one or more flags, pennants, ribbons, spinners, streamers, captive balloons or other objects or materials fastened in such a manner as to move upon being subjected to pressure by wind.

Window sign means a sign applied, painted or affixed to or in the window of a building. A window sign may be temporary or permanent, and includes materials which are applied to a window for the purpose of limiting vision or light.

Yard sign means a portable sign constructed of paper, vinyl, cardboard, wood, metal or other comparable material, and designed or intended to be displayed for a limited period of time on a lot with one or more permanent structures.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.030)

(a)

Sign permit required. To ensure compliance with the regulations of this chapter, a sign permit shall be required in order to erect, move, alter, reconstruct or repair any sign, except signs that are exempt as set forth in section 14.48.050. In multi-tenant buildings, a separate permit shall be required for each business entity's sign. Separate building and electrical permits may be required for signs and will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Changing or replacing the copy or graphics on an existing lawful sign shall not require a permit, provided the change does not result in a violation of this chapter.

(b)

Sign permit not required. Permits are not required for preventive maintenance, changes of copy that does not exceed the size of the area it replaces, or for works of art which in no way advertise for commercial purposes a specific person, product, service or business.

(c)

Application for a sign permit.

(1)

Sign permit application requirements. Applications for sign permits shall be made in writing on forms furnished by staff. The application shall contain:

a.

The location by street number and the legal description of the property upon which the proposed sign structure is to be located;

b.

Names and addresses of the property owner, applicant (if different from the property owner), sign contractor and erectors;

c.

Evidence of a current County contractor's license shall be required for the installation of pole signs;

d.

Legible accurately scaled plan which includes the specific location of the sign and setbacks to adjacent property lines and buildings;

e.

A detailed accurately scaled drawing indicating the dimensions, materials, and colors of the proposed sign structure. A certification by a structural engineer may be required by staff for a freestanding or projecting sign;

f.

A graphic drawing or photograph of the sign;

g.

A description of the lighting to be used, including a listing of the energy conservation measures incorporated in sign (light fixture type, materials used etc.), fixture specifications, bulb type, wattage and placement, and an estimate of energy consumption by the sign. Illumination is to comply with the lighting requirements of the Town and CDOT if within 500 feet of I-70;

h.

Proof of premises liability insurance covering freestanding, projecting and wall signs.

i.

If the application is submitted by an applicant other than the owner of the premises listed in the application, a written lease or permission from the property owner of the site on which the sign will be located; and

j.

Payment of a nonrefundable sign permit fee as established by the current fee schedule. The applicant shall pay all costs billed by the Town relative to the review of the application including review fees by outside consultants. Approved sign permit applications shall expire six months from the date of issuance if installation of the sign has not been completed. A single six-month extension may be granted administratively upon completion of an extension application including a written narrative by the applicant explaining the basis for the extension request and payment of an extension application fee.

(2)

Sign permit application review of completion. Within 15 business days of the date of submission of an application, the administrator or his/her designee shall determine whether the application is complete and notify the applicant. If the application is deemed incomplete the administrator shall give written notice of the deficiency to the applicant. The applicant shall have 15 business days (or such other additional time as administrator may grant in his or her sole discretion) to correct the deficiency or the administrator may deny the application for failure to achieve completeness.

(3)

Review and approval. When the application has been determined to be complete, the administrator or his or her designee shall review the sign permit in accordance with the established review criteria. Within 15 business days of the determination of completeness, the administrator must issue a written decision on the application. The administrator may approve, approve with conditions or deny the sign permit. Upon approval of the sign permit, the sign permit and any building permits required for the sign must be obtained by the applicant prior to construction. Electrical permits, if required, shall be obtained from the state electrical inspector and evidence of an approved permit shall be provided to the Town prior to construction.

(d)

Sign permit review criteria. The following review criteria will be used by the Town staff to evaluate all sign permit applications:

(1)

Sign meets the requirements of this chapter;

(2)

Sign conforms to the requirements of all applicable codes, including, but not limited to, building and electrical codes;

(3)

Sign conforms to the applicable zoning and design requirements, including, but not limited to, size, height, illumination, material and location for the zone district in which it is located;

(4)

Sign would not create visual obstructions which adversely impact public safety and/or that otherwise interfere with pedestrian or vehicular safety;

(5)

Sign would not detract from the character of an architectural, historic, or scenic area;

(6)

Sign would not be located so as to have a negative impact on adjacent residential property, including, but not limited to, impacts from excessive lighting, shading of or impairment of solar access, visibility of or from public rights-of-way and similar adverse impacts;

(7)

Sign would not impair pedestrian access of a street or area; and

(8)

Sign would not add to an over-proliferation of signs on a particular property or area.

(e)

Appeals.

(1)

An applicant may file an appeal of the administrator's decision on a sign permit application to the Board of Trustees for any of the reasons set forth below. Sign application appeals to the Board of Trustees shall be filed with the town clerk no later than ten calendar days after the date of action by the administrator. The following items constitute a basis upon which an applicant may file an appeal. Notice of appeal shall be in writing and shall state specifically any action appealed from and the grounds for such appeal.

a.

Failure of the administrator to provide a written response concerning completion of an application within 15 calendar days of the town's receipt of the sign permit application.

b.

Any written decision rendered by the administrator concerning a permit or an interpretation of this chapter.

(2)

The action being appealed shall be held in abeyance pending the decision of the Board of Trustees. The appeal shall be heard by the Board of Trustees at the next available Board of Trustees meeting, as determined by the Town Clerk. The Board of Trustees shall review the decision of the administrator under the same criteria applied by the administrator. The Board of Trustees is not bound by the findings and determinations of the administrator, but may give such findings deference as determined by Board of Trustees.

(f)

Variances. Any variance requested in association with a sign shall be processed pursuant to the provisions of chapter 14.24.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.040)

The following types of signs are exempt from permit requirements of this chapter and may be placed in any zone district subject to the provisions of this chapter. Such signs shall otherwise be in conformance with all applicable requirements contained in this chapter. All such signs (except government signs) shall be located outside of public street right-of-way. Signs shall not interfere with traffic signs or the sight distance triangle at intersections. Evidence of owner's permission to install sign may be required. All other signs shall be allowed only with permit and upon proof of compliance with this chapter.

(1)

Address: non-illuminated signs not to exceed two square feet in area which identify the address of a building. The name of a building may be identified using copy that does not exceed one foot in height.

(2)

Bulletin board: bulletin board signs not exceeding 15 square feet in gross surface area.

(3)

Construction: temporary construction signs, provided that:

a.

Such signs are installed in association with an active building permit and are removed upon issuance of a certificate of occupancy or expiration of the building permit.

b.

Signs in conjunction with any residential use shall not exceed eight square feet each.

c.

All temporary construction signs at a single construction site shall have a maximum sign area of 32 square feet.

d.

Temporary construction signs shall be oriented to public or private streets.

e.

Such signs shall not be illuminated.

f.

Such signs shall only be installed on the private property on which the construction activity is located.

g.

Such signs shall be removed within seven days after issuance of a certificate of occupancy.

(4)

Decorations (holiday): holiday decorations or displays of any type, number, area, height, location, illumination or animation.

(5)

De minimus area signs: one or more signs that are affixed to a building or structure (even if wall signs are not permitted in the district or for the use), which do not exceed two square feet in sign area and signs that are less than one square foot in area that are affixed to machines, equipment, fences, gates, walls, gasoline pumps, public telephones, or utility cabinets.

(6)

Directional: on-premises directional and instructional signs not exceeding four square feet in area per sign.

(7)

Business identification window sign: copy affixed, painted on or otherwise attached to door glass which identifies the name and/or address of an establishment.

(8)

Flags, balloons and wind signs: flags (whether temporary or permanent) that do not exceed 30 square feet in area and that are affixed to permanent flagpoles or flagpoles that are mounted to buildings. Each balloon must be less than 24 inches in diameter and properly secured. Wind signs are to be secured with in-ground supports and tethers.

(9)

Hazards: temporary or permanent signs erected by the Town, public utility companies, oil and gas companies, or construction companies to warn of danger or hazardous conditions, including signs indicating the presence of underground cables, gas lines and similar devices.

(10)

Merchandise: merchandise, pictures or models of products or services which are incorporated as an integral part of a window display.

(11)

Public information: signs which identify restrooms, public telephones or provide instructions as required by law or necessity, provided the sign does not exceed two square feet in area or as approved by staff and is non-illuminated, internally illuminated or indirectly illuminated. This category shall be interpreted to include such signs as "no smoking," "restrooms," "no solicitors," "self-service" and similar informational signs.

(12)

Religious symbols: religious symbols located on a building or lot used for organized religious services.

(13)

Sandwich board signs: a single temporary portable sign not exceeding seven square feet and no more than 28 inches wide placed in front of a business or special event during the hours of operation thereof. Such sign may be located on the applicable premises or on a sidewalk in a manner that does not present a risk to public safety, accessibility (including persons with disabilities) or visibility.

(14)

Scoreboards: scoreboards for athletic fields.

(15)

Strings of light bulbs: displays of string lights, provided:

a.

They are steady burning. No blinking, flashing, intermittent changes in intensity or rotating shall be permitted.

b.

They are no greater in intensity than seven watts.

c.

They shall not be placed on or used to outline signs or sign supports.

d.

They shall not be assembled or arranged to convey words, slogans and/or logos.

e.

They shall not create a safety hazard with respect to placement, location of electrical cords or connection to power supply.

f.

They shall be placed only on private property.

g.

They shall be maintained and repaired so that no individual light bulb is inoperative. In the event the bulbs are not maintained or repaired, the string lights may be removed at the expense of the owner after giving notice to the owner pursuant to this chapter.

h.

They shall not be suspended horizontally between any buildings, walls, fences, trees, or shrubs (for the purposes of this subsection, the term "horizontally" means any portion of the suspended string which dips less than 45 degrees below the horizontal)

(16)

Temporary signs and banners that meet the following criteria:

a.

Temporary signs and banners must comply with the dimensional requirements set forth in this chapter for the zone in which the sign or banner is located.

b.

Temporary signs or banners associated with a special event are subject to the following requirements:

1.

Such signs may not be erected not more than 30 days before the event and must be removed within seven days after the event.

2.

Not more than one on-premises sign or banner and two off-premises signs shall be permitted for each special event. Off-premises signs must be more than ten feet off a side lot line. No off-premises sign shall be located on property without the expressed written consent of the property owner.

3.

Such signs may be vehicle-mounted provided that the vehicle-mounted sign is only displayed during the special event and not exceeding 72 hours. Upon the conclusion of the special event, such signs must be dismantled.

c.

All other temporary signs or banners shall only be displayed for up to 30 days in any 365-day period. Such signs and banners shall be located off the street right-of-way.

d.

The banner or temporary sign shall be securely attached to the wall of the establishment, freestanding signs, or properly designed and structurally sound poles or posts on private property.

e.

Temporary signs and banners shall not be illuminated.

f.

One banner or temporary sign per street frontage per establishment or dwelling unit shall be permitted unless more than one business or dwelling unit occupies the same building. In that case, each business or dwelling unit may be allowed to display a temporary banner or sign. If the subject property lies on a corner lot or double frontage lot, then a second sign may be oriented along the second street so long as the two signs are at least 100 feet apart as measured by the shortest straight line. The other limitations of this section shall not be increased by the number of businesses at a location.

(17)

Text: no permit shall be required for text or copy changes on conforming or legal nonconforming signs specifically designed to permit changes of the text or copy; provided that there are no structural changes, changes to sign or text area, change in illumination, or other modifications.

(18)

Time and temperature: signs displaying the current time and temperature.

(19)

Traffic control: signs for the control of traffic or other regulatory purposes including signs for the control of parking on private property, and official messages erected by, or on the authority of, a public officer in the performance of his/her duty.

(20)

Vehicular signs: signs displayed on trucks, buses, trailers or other vehicles which are regularly being operated or stored in the normal course of a business, shall be exempt from the provisions of this chapter, provided that the primary purpose of such vehicles is not for the display of signs, and provided that they are parked or stored in areas appropriate to their use as vehicles for periods that do not exceed 30 days.

(21)

Vending machine signs: a sign permit shall not be required for vending machine signs provided that the advertisement upon the vending machine sign is limited to the product vended.

(22)

Window signs: signs as defined in section 14.48.030 that comply with the applicable dimensional requirements established in this chapter.

(23)

Yard signs: signs as defined in section 14.48.030 that comply with the applicable dimensional requirements established in this chapter. Such signs may only be displayed for up to 30 days in any 365-day period.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.050)

The following signs are inconsistent with the purposes and standards in this chapter and are prohibited in all zoning districts:

(1)

Animated signs or signs that flash, rotate, or blink; moving signs; signs with moving, rotating, or flashing lights; or signs that create the illusion of movement, except for time and temperature devices.

(2)

Any sign that is erected in such a location as to cause visual obstruction or interference with motor vehicle traffic, or traffic-control devices including any sign that obstructs clear vision in any direction from any street intersection or driveway.

(3)

Mechanical or electrical appurtenances, such as revolving beacons, that are designed to attract attention.

(4)

Off-premises signs (except as otherwise noted herein).

(5)

Any sign which interferes with free passage from or obstructs any fire escape, downspout, window, door, stairway, ladder or opening intended as a means of ingress or egress or providing light or air.

(6)

Any sign located in such a way as to intentionally deny an adjoining property owner visual access to an existing sign.

(7)

Vehicle-mounted signs, except as permitted by this chapter.

(8)

Portable signs or signs not permanently affixed or attached to the ground or to any structure, except as permitted by this chapter.

(9)

Searchlights.

(10)

Signs with optical illusion of movement by means of a design which presents a pattern capable of reversible perspective, giving the illusion of motion or changing of copy.

(11)

Inflatable freestanding signs or tethered balloons or other inflatable figures or devices installed with the primary purpose of attracting attention, except as permitted by this chapter.

(12)

Stationary or portable electronic message boards except governmental signs, except as permitted by this chapter.

(13)

Wind signs designed or installed to be activated by movement of the atmosphere, except as permitted by this chapter.

(14)

Any sign (together with its supporting structure) now or hereafter existing which remains in place 90 days or more after the premises have been vacated, unless:

a.

The sign has been permitted as an off-premises sign pursuant to this chapter; or

b.

A new business, industry, or service occupies the premises within said time and seeks to make use of the existing sign structure.

If the sign or sign structure is covered or the identifying symbols or letters removed, an extension of time may be granted by the Building Official upon good cause for such extension being shown. (This provision shall not apply to permanent signs accessory to businesses which are open only on a seasonal basis, provided that there is clear intent to continue operation of the business).

(15)

Any sign or sign structure which:

a.

Is structurally unsafe;

b.

Constitutes a hazard to safety or health by reason of inadequate maintenance or dilapidation;

c.

Is not kept in good repair; or

d.

Is capable of causing electrical shocks.

(16)

Any sign or sign structure which:

a.

In any other way obstructs the view of, may be confused with or purports to be an official traffic sign, signal or device or any other official sign;

b.

Uses any words, phrases, symbols or characters implying the existence of danger or the need for stopping or maneuvering a motor vehicle;

c.

Creates in any other way an unsafe distraction for motor vehicle operators or obstructs the view of motor vehicle operators entering a public roadway from any parking area, service drive, private driveway, alley or other thoroughfare.

(17)

Signs that advertise unlawful activity, except commercial speech related to retail or medical marijuana. Federal law prohibits the advertising and sale of marijuana, but State law specifically allows the same, subject to comprehensive State regulations. The Town will allow a limited exception to this subsection for the signs of duly-licensed retail and medical marijuana businesses, provided that the businesses are operated in compliance with applicable State and local law. The exception created by this subsection does not create an exemption from or a defense to the enforcement of federal law, nor shall the Town be liable for any damages caused by the enforcement of Federal law. If the federal policy regarding prosecutorial discretion officially changes such that federal marijuana prohibitions are enforced in the State, then the limited exception created by this section shall automatically terminate, and signs advertising marijuana shall be considered prohibited signs and removed from the premises in accordance with this chapter.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.060)

(a)

Removal of signs.

(1)

Discontinued establishments. Whenever a business, industry, service or other use is discontinued, the signs pertaining to the use shall be removed by the person or entity owning or having possession over the property within 90 days after the discontinuance of such use; provided, however, that if a new business, industry, or service will occupy the property and utilize the existing sign structure within said time, the existing sign may be updated by the new user in accordance with this chapter.

(2)

Removal of illegal signs in the public right-of-way. The Town may cause the removal of any sign within the public right-of-way or on property that is otherwise abandoned that has been placed there without first complying with the requirements of this chapter.

(3)

Storage of removed signs. Signs removed by the Town or its designee in compliance with this chapter shall be stored by the Town for 30 days, during which they may be recovered by the owner only upon payment to the Town for costs of removal and storage. If not recovered within the 30-day period, the sign and supporting structure shall be declared abandoned and title shall vest with the Town. The costs of removal and storage, up to 30 days, may be billed to the owner. If not paid, the applicable costs may be imposed as a tax lien against the property.

(b)

Enforcement. The provisions of this chapter shall be enforced by the Administrator.

(c)

Alterations. Existing nonconforming signs may be altered in any way that does not change the size, height, shape, or location of the sign without bringing the entire sign into conformance with this chapter.

(d)

Violations. When verified by a review of this Code that a violation of these regulations exists, the Manager shall issue a written order to the alleged violator. The order shall specify those sections of these regulations of which the individual may be in violation and shall state that the individual has 15 days from the date of the order in which to correct the alleged violation or to appeal to the Board of Trustees.

(e)

Penalties. Violations of this chapter shall be subject to the penalties of section 14.04.140.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.070)

(a)

Sign surface area. The area of a geometric shape enclosing any message, logo, symbol, name, photograph or display face shall be measured using standard mathematical formulas. Time and temperature devices shall not be included within the measurement of maximum sign area.

Figure 14.48.080-1 - Sign Area Measurement

(b)

Sign support. Supporting framework or bracing that is clearly incidental to the display itself and does not include logos, advertising text or similar commercial messages shall not be computed as sign area.

(c)

Back-to-back (double-faced) signs. Back-to-back signs shall be regarded as a single sign only if mounted on a single structure, and the distance between each sign face does not exceed two feet at any point.

(d)

Three-dimensional signs. Where a sign consists of one or more three-dimensional objects (i.e., balls, cubes, clusters of objects, sculpture), the sign area shall be measured as their maximum projection upon a vertical plane. Signs with three-dimensional objects that exceed a projection of six inches from the sign face may be approved in compliance with section 14.48.120.

(e)

Wall signs. The area of a rectangle or geometric shape that most closely outlines the sign face or letters of the sign shall be the calculated sign area.

(f)

Sign height. The height of a sign shall be measured from the highest point of a sign, to the grade of the adjacent street or the surface grade beneath the sign, whichever is less. When berms are used in conjunction with signage, the height of the sign shall be measured from the mean elevation of the fronting street.

Figure 14.48.080-2

(Code 1995, § 14.13.080)

(a)

Design compatibility.

(1)

Creative design encouraged. Signs shall make a positive contribution to the general appearance of the street and commercial area in which they are located. A well-designed sign can be a major asset to a building. The Town encourages imaginative and innovative sign design. The creative sign application procedure (section 14.48.120) is specifically designed for artistic and unusual signs that might not fit the standard sign regulations and categories.

(2)

Proportionate size and scale. The scale of signs shall be appropriate for the building on which they are placed and the area in which they are located. Building signs shall be compatible in scale and proportion to the building facade upon which they are mounted.

(3)

Sign location and placement.

a.

Visibility. Signs shall not visually overpower nor obscure architectural features.

b.

Integration with the building and landscaping. Signs shall be carefully coordinated with the architectural design, overall color scheme and landscaping. Signs shall be designed to complement or enhance the other signs for a building.

c.

Unified sign band. Whenever possible, signs located on buildings with the same block-face shall be placed at the same height, in order to create a unified sign band. Wall signs may be located at the first floor level only for retail uses.

d.

Monument signs. Monument signs should be located in a planter setting within a landscaped area at the primary entries to residential, commercial and industrial subdivisions to provide an overall project identity.

e.

Pedestrian-oriented signs. Pedestrian-oriented signs are encouraged. It is desirable to include a pedestrian-oriented sign as one of the permitted signs for a business. These signs are designed for and directed toward pedestrians so they can easily and comfortably read the sign as they stand on a sidewalk or location adjacent to the business.

f.

Road right-of-way. No sign shall be erected within the road right-of-way or near the intersection of any roads or driveways in such a manner as to obstruct free and clear vision of motorists or pedestrians or at any location where, by reason of the position, shape or color, it may interfere with, obstruct the view of, or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device. Signs located at an intersection must be outside of the sight distance triangle.

Figure 14.48.090-1

(4)

Landscaping. Freestanding signs shall be landscaped at their base in a way harmonious with the landscape concept for the whole site. Landscaping shall form an attractive, dense cluster at the base of the sign that is equally attractive in winter and summer.

Figure 14.48.090-2

(5)

Low impact signs. Signs adjacent residential neighborhoods shall be designed and located so that they have little or no impact on residential areas. Small-scale signs are encouraged.

Figure 14.48.090-3

(b)

Color.

(1)

Color selection. Colors shall be selected to contribute to legibility and design integrity. Sign colors shall complement the colors used on the structures and the project as a whole. Colors or combinations of colors that are harsh and disrupt the visual harmony and order of the street are unacceptable.

(2)

Contrasting colors. Substantial contrast between the color and the material of the background and the letters or symbols will make the sign easier to read during both the day and night. Light letters on a dark background or dark letters on a light background are most legible.

(3)

Excessive colors. Colors or color combinations that interfere with legibility of the sign copy or that interfere with viewer identification of other signs shall be avoided.

(c)

Materials. Signs shall be constructed of durable, high quality architectural materials. The sign package must use materials, colors and designs that are compatible with the building facade. Sign materials must be of proven durability. Treated wood, manufactured composite products with ingredients that use recycled materials, painted/treated/patina metal, stone, brick and stucco are the preferred materials for signs.

(d)

Legibility. Signs shall be adequately legible under the circumstances in which they are primarily seen. The legibility of signs is related to:

(1)

The speed at which they are viewed;

(2)

Distance from the edge of the right-of-way

(3)

The context and surroundings in which they are seen; and

(4)

The design, colors and contrast of the sign copy and sign face.

(5)

The design of the sign including copy, lettering size and style, and colors shall logically relate to the average speed of the traffic which will see it. Signs shall legibly convey their messages without being distracting or unsafe to motorists reading them. Symbols and logos can be used in place of words whenever appropriate.

(e)

Sign illumination.

(1)

Unnecessary lighting is to be avoided.

Figure 14.48.090-4

(2)

Sign illumination shall complement, not overpower, the overall composition of the site.

(3)

All lighted signs incorporating a direct light source shall be designed to direct lighting to illuminate only the face of the sign. External light sources aimed at a sign shall be concealed from pedestrians' and motorists' lines of sight.

(4)

To avoid lighting trespass, illumination of adjacent properties, over-lighting or glare onto the street and adjacent properties, signs must comply with the maximum light level standards set forth in chapter 14.32. Signs shall be lighted only to the minimum level for nighttime readability.

Figure 14.48.090-5

(5)

All lighted signs shall meet all applicable electrical codes and the electrical components used shall bear the label of an approval agency. Additionally, electrical permits shall be obtained for electric signs.

(6)

Flashing, moving, blinking, chasing or other animation effects shall be prohibited on all signs except time and temperature signs or as otherwise permitted by this chapter.

(7)

Neon tubing is an acceptable method of sign illumination for window signs in commercial districts.

(8)

The use of individually cut, back-lit letter signs is encouraged.

(9)

The use of solar electric lighting devices to illuminate signs is encouraged

(Code 1995, § 14.13.090)

(a)

Projecting signs shall be mounted so they generally align with others in the block.

(b)

Owners of signs extending over public right-of-way shall be required to maintain public liability insurance in an amount to be determined appropriate by the Town, in which the Town is named as an "other or named insured."

(c)

All signs and all components thereof, including sign structures and sign faces, shall be kept neatly painted, in a good state of repair and in compliance with all building and electrical codes so they do not constitute a hazard to safety, health or public welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation or obsolescence.

(d)

The owner of a sign and the owner of the premises on which such sign is located shall be jointly and severally liable to maintain such sign, including any illumination sources in neat and orderly condition, and in a good working order at all times, and to prevent the development of any rust, corrosion, rotting or other deterioration in the physical appearance or safety of such sign. The sign must also be in compliance with all building and electrical codes.

(e)

The owner of any sign regulated by this chapter shall be required to keep signs and supporting hardware, including temporary signs and time/temperature signs structurally safe, clean, free of visible defects and functioning properly at all times. Repairs to signs shall be equal to or better in quality of materials and design than the original sign.

(f)

The Town may inspect any sign governed by this chapter and shall have the authority to order the painting, repair, alteration or removal of a sign which constitutes a hazard to safety, health or public welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation or obsolescence.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.100)

(a)

Awning signs. An awning sign is a wall sign which is painted, stitched, sewn or stained onto the exterior of an awning. An awning is a movable shelter supported entirely from the exterior wall of a building and composed of non-rigid materials except for the supporting framework.

Figure 14.48.110-1

(1)

Location. Signs may be placed only on awnings that are located on first- and second-story building frontages, including those fronting a parking lot or pedestrian way. No awning sign shall project beyond, above or below the face of an awning.

(2)

Maximum area and height. Sign area shall comply with the requirements established by section 14.48.130. No structural element of an awning shall be located less than eight feet above finished grade. Awnings on which awning signs are mounted may extend over a public right-of-way no more than seven feet from the face of a supporting building but in no case shall extend over a roadway or parking area. No awning, with or without signage, shall extend above the roof line of any building.

(3)

Lighting. Lighting directed downwards for the purpose of illuminating the walkway but that does not illuminate the awning is allowed. Other lighting may be allowed in compliance with the Town design standards and this chapter. Awnings shall be internally illuminated except as part of a permitted creative sign. Lighting directed downwards that does not illuminate the awning is allowed

(4)

Required maintenance. Awnings shall be regularly cleaned and kept free of dust and visible defects. All bulbs or tubes must be operational.

(b)

Canopy signs. A canopy sign is a wall sign that is permanently affixed to a roofed shelter attached to and supported by a building, by columns extending from the ground or by a combination of a building and columns.

Figure 14.48.110-2

(1)

Maximum area and height.

a.

Sign area shall comply with the requirements established by section 14.48.130.

b.

No canopy, with or without signage, shall extend above the roof line of any building. No canopy sign shall project above the top of the canopy upon which it is mounted. However, such signs may project horizontally from the face of a canopy the distance necessary to accommodate the letter thickness and required electrical equipment, but not more than 12 inches (measured from the bottom of the sign). Under-canopy signs which are perpendicular to the face of the building shall be deemed to be projecting wall signs. Under-canopy signs which are parallel to the face of the building shall be a minimum of eight feet above grade and shall be deemed to be flush wall signs.

(2)

Required maintenance. Canopies shall be regularly cleaned and kept free of dust and visible defects.

(c)

Freestanding signs. A freestanding sign is a sign which is supported by one or more columns, uprights, poles or braces extended from the ground, or which is erected on the ground and shall also include a monument sign and pole signs but does not include a sign attached to a structure.

(1)

Location. The sign may be located only on a site frontage adjoining a public street. No freestanding sign in any zone district can be erected closer than eight feet from any curb line, nor closer than four feet to any building. No freestanding signs in business and industrial districts may be located less than 25 feet from any property line adjacent to a residential zoning district line.

(2)

Maximum area and height.

a.

The sign shall comply with the height and area requirements established in section 14.48.130.

b.

Reader boards shall not exceed more than 30 percent of the allowable size of a sign face and may be in addition to the sign body.

(3)

Sign mounting. The sign shall be mounted on one or more posts or have a solid monument-type base. Pole bases shall be protected by concrete or a similar sturdy structure to prevent damage. Pole base structures may be used as landscaping planters.

(4)

Pole signs. Pole signs should not be so large as to obscure the patterns of front facades and yards. Pole signs shall be internally lit using LED technology and shall be in compliance with CDOT brightness regulations.

(d)

Monument signs. A monument sign is a permanent sign where the entire bottom of the sign is affixed to the ground, not to a building.

(1)

Location. The sign may be located only along a site frontage adjoining a public street or parking lot abutting a public street.

(2)

Maximum area and height. The sign shall comply with the height and area requirements established in section 14.48.130.

(3)

Design. The design of a monument sign shall be consistent with the overall scale of the building. The design and placement of the sign shall not obstruct traffic safety sight distance areas. Project monument signs shall contain only the name and address of the project which it identifies.

(4)

Landscaping requirements. Landscaping shall be provided at the base of the supporting structure equal to twice the area of one face of the sign. For example, 20 square feet of sign area equals 40 square feet of landscaped area. The Planning Commission or Board of Trustees may reduce or waive this requirement if it is determined that the additional landscaping would not contribute significantly to the overall aesthetic character of the project.

(e)

Projecting signs. A projecting sign is any sign supported by a building wall and projecting therefrom at least 12 inches or more horizontally beyond the surface of the building to which the sign is attached, but shall not extend more than four feet from the building face.

(1)

Location. Projecting signs shall be placed only on a ground floor facade, except for businesses located above the ground level with direct exterior pedestrian access. Projecting signs shall generally align with other projecting signs in the block to create a canopy line that gives scale to the sidewalk.

(2)

Maximum area and height. Projecting signs shall not be higher than the wall from which the sign projects if attached to a single story building, or the height of the bottom of any second story window if attached to a multi-story building. Projecting signs must have eight feet clearance, and may not extend more than four feet from the building wall except where the sign is an integral part of an approved canopy or awning. The size of projecting signs is limited to three feet wide and six square feet.

(3)

Sign structure. Sign supports and brackets shall be compatible with the design and scale of the sign.

(4)

Quantity. The number of projecting signs is limited to one per business.

(5)

Illumination. Sign may be illuminated with downward facing shielded bulbs or internally using LED technology, and shall comply with chapter 14.32.

Figure 14.48.110-3

(f)

Standard brand-name signs.

(1)

A standard brand-name sign is any sign devoted to the advertising of any standard brand-name commodity or service which is not the principal commodity or service being sold or rendered on the premises, or are not a part of the name or business concern involved.

(2)

Maximum area. Not more than 20 percent of the total allowable sign area for any permitted use shall be devoted to the advertising of any standard brand-name commodity or service.

(g)

Time and/or temperature signs. A time and/or temperature sign is any sign intended to be displayed for a limited period of time and capable of being viewed from any public right-of-way, parking area or neighboring property.

(1)

Maximum area. Time and/or temperature signs which do not exceed ten square feet shall not be required to be included in the allowable sign area permitted in section 14.48.130; provided, however, that any identification or advertising which is attached to or made part of the same sign structure shall be included in the allowable sign area for the premises.

(2)

Design. The sign shall be designed in a manner that is compatible with other signs on the site and with the structure on which it is placed.

(3)

Maintenance. It shall be the responsibility of the owner of such signs to maintain such signs and ensure that they are kept accurate. If these conditions are not met, the sign shall be repaired or removed.

(h)

Wall signs. A wall sign is any sign painted on, incorporated in or affixed to the building wall, or any sign consisting of cut-out letters or devices affixed to the building wall with no background defined on the building wall.

(1)

Location. The sign shall not be placed to obstruct any portion of a window, doorway or other architectural detail. No part of a wall sign shall be located more than 25 feet above grade level nor shall it extend above the building eave or top of an architectural feature integral to the building such as a mansard or parapet.

(2)

Maximum area and height. Wall signs shall not be higher than the eave line of the principal building. The sign shall comply with the height and area requirements established in section 14.48.130.

(3)

Projection from wall. No sign part, including cut-out letters may project from the surface upon which it is attached more than required for construction purposes and in no case more than 12 inches.

(4)

Design. Wall signs shall identify the individual business, building or building complex by name or trademark only.

(5)

Quantity. The number of wall signs is limited to one per eligible building face except in the I-70 Interchange Overlay District where two is the limit.

(6)

Illumination. Sign may be illuminated internally utilizing LED technology.

(i)

Window signs. A window sign is a sign that is painted on, applied, or attached to a window or that can be read through the window from the public right-of-way, placed at or below the second floor level.

(1)

Maximum area. When a sign is displayed in a window and is visible beyond the boundaries of the lot upon which the sign is displayed, the total area of such sign shall not exceed 25 percent of the window or door area at the ground floor level; and 25 percent of the total allowable sign area for the premises unless approved as part of a comprehensive sign plan for a business

(2)

Lighting. All illuminated window signs advertising a product, service or the business shall be included in the total allowable sign area for the premises.

(3)

Temporary window signs. Temporary window signs shall be exempt from limitations for window signs.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.110; Ord. No. 483, § 2, 2016)

(a)

Purpose. This section establishes standards and procedures for the design, review and approval of creative signs. The purposes of this creative sign program are to:

(1)

Encourage signs of unique design, and that exhibit a high degree of thoughtfulness, imagination, inventiveness, and spirit; and

(2)

Provide a process for the application of sign regulations in ways that will allow creatively designed signs that make a positive visual contribution to the overall image of the Town, while mitigating the impacts of large or unusually designed signs.

(b)

Applicability. An applicant may request approval of a sign permit under the creative sign program to authorize on-site signs that employ standards that differ from the other provisions of this chapter but comply with the provisions of this section.

(c)

Approval authority. A sign permit application for a creative sign shall be subject to approval by the Planning Commission or the Board of Trustees if three or more Planning Commission seats are vacant at the time an application is filed.

(d)

Application requirements. A sign permit application for a creative sign is required.

(e)

Design criteria. In approving an application for a creative sign, the Planning Commission shall ensure that a proposed sign meets the following design criteria:

(1)

Design quality. The sign shall:

a.

Constitute a substantial aesthetic improvement to the site and shall have a positive visual impact on the surrounding area;

b.

Be of unique design, and exhibit a high degree of thoughtfulness, imagination, inventiveness, and spirit;

c.

Provide strong graphic character through the imaginative use of graphics, color, texture, quality materials, scale, and proportion.

(2)

Contextual criteria. The sign shall contain at least one of the following elements:

a.

Classic historic design style;

b.

Creative image reflecting current or historic character of the Town.

c.

Symbols or imagery relating to the entertainment or design industry; or

d.

Inventive representation of the use, name or logo of the structure or business.

(3)

Architectural criteria. The sign shall:

a.

Utilize and/or enhance the architectural elements of the building.

b.

Be placed in a logical location in relation to the overall composition of the building's facade.

c.

Not cover any key architectural features/details of the facade.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.120; Ord. No. 483, § 2, 2016)

(a)

Overlay district. The I-70 Overlay District (Overlay District) is hereby established for the purposes of this chapter only. The boundaries of the Overlay District are shown as follows:

(b)

The regulations in sections 14.48.140 through 14.48.170 correspond to the following zone districts identified on the Town zone district map and the overlay district specific to this chapter:

(1)

Residential District.

(2)

Highway Commercial District.

(3)

I-70 Interchange Overlay District.

(4)

Service Commercial District.

(5)

Old Town Center District.

(6)

Agricultural I and II Districts.

(7)

Industrial District.

(c)

Sign standards matrix. This section includes a series of sign matrices that address permitted, exempt or prohibited signs, sign area, sign illumination and sign height. These tables are intended to assist the user in understanding the type, size, illumination and height of various signs in each zone district. This information is intended to be used in conjunction with the Town zone district map and other sections of these regulations.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.130; Ord. No. 447, §2, 2014; Ord. No. 458, § 3, 2015; Ord. No. 491, 2-26-2018)

(Code 1995, § 14.13.131; Ord. No. 447, § 2, 2014; Ord. No. 458, § 3, 2015; Ord. No. 491, 2-26-2018)

(a) Allowed in place of a wall sign and one per individual building tenant.

(b) Downward and direct illumination only; when placed on subdivision entry features, only the sign face shall be used to calculate the sign area.

(c) Minimum horizontal distance between signs on the same property is 75 feet.

(d) See applicable sign regulation sections.

(e) In place of project monument sign; not allowed on local or collector streets. Minimum horizontal distance between signs on the same property is 250 feet.

(f) One per individual tenant building frontage. The sum of all wall signs on a given wall shall not exceed five percent of the wall area, but shall not exceed 150 square feet; cannot be more than 25 feet above grade level or higher than the eave line of the principal building; first floor level only for retail uses.

(g) One per street frontage, all signs may be no higher than the eave line of the principal building; may be lighted (shielded light source) and include name and address of facility only. Child care center and bed and breakfast only.

(h) Cannot exceed 25 percent of the total allowable sign area for the premises.

(i) Illuminated window signs shall be included in the total allowable sign area for the premises.

(j) See applicable sign regulation sections.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.132; Ord. No. 447, § 2, 2014; Ord. No. 458, § 3, 2015; Ord. No. 491, 2-26-2018)

(a) Downward aimed direct light source only; may not be illuminated between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. if within 500 feet of existing residential uses.

(b) Illuminated window signs shall be included in the total allowable sign area for the premises.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.133; Ord. No. 447, § 2, 2014; Ord. No. 458, § 3, 2015; Ord. No. 491, 2-26-2018)

(a) May be no higher than the eave line of the principal building.

(b) Minimum height above sidewalk or grade: eight feet. Shall not be higher than the eave from which the sign projects if attached to a single story building or 15 feet above grade whichever is less or the height of the bottom of any second story window if attached to a multi-story building.

(c) Cannot be 25 feet above grade level or higher than the eave line of the principal building; first floor level only for retail uses

(d) Window signs visible beyond the boundaries of the lot upon which the sign is displayed shall not exceed 25 percent of the window or door area at the ground floor level; and 25 percent of the total allowable sign area for the premises.

(Code 1995, § 14.13.134; Ord. No. 447, § 2, 2014; Ord. No. 458, § 3, 2015; Ord. No. 491, 2-26-2018)