Firebaugh City Zoning Code
§ 25-47.10
Administration and Permits.
Except for where otherwise stated in this title, no sign may be placed or erected without written approval issued by the Director in the form of a sign permit. In addition, building permits shall be required for the erection of signs, except painted, window, or temporary signs, following the issuance of written approval by the Director.
a.
Applications: Applications for sign approval shall be made upon forms provided by the Director. Three sets of sign plans shall be submitted to the Director for review. Sign plans shall include the following:
1.
Address of sign location.
2.
Name and phone number of owner and/or applicant.
3.
Name, address, and phone number of contractor or erector.
4.
A site plan showing location of proposed sign(s) on the subject site.
5.
Elevation drawing(s) showing location on building or other structure, including height of sign and any projection from building.
6.
Elevation of sign showing dimensions and materials.
7.
Construction details of typical sections for all proposed signs. In some cases, the Building Inspector will require that the details are accompanied by the signature of a California-licensed engineer or architect.
8.
Sign valuation, and for electric signs, the number of transformers.
9.
Additional information may be required as deemed necessary by the Director, including engineered footing and foundation details for freestanding signs.
b.
Review of sign applications. Permission for installation of a sign shall be issued only after review by the Director, or designee, who shall approve, disapprove, or conditionally-approve the sign application on the basis that it conforms to the purpose and the standards of this § 25-47.
c.
Maintenance. All signs and supporting structures shall be kept in good repair and in proper state of preservation. The display surfaces of all signs shall be kept neatly painted and clean. The immediate surrounding premises shall be maintained free of weeds and rubbish. The Director is authorized to order the painting, cleaning or repair of signs which become dilapidated and the cleaning of the immediate premises. Such maintenance shall be completed within 30 days of receiving written notice.