Florence City Zoning Code

PART 5

Sign Regulations

Sec. 5-17.1.1 Purpose

Generally. The purpose of this Part of the Unified Development Ordinance is to protect the dual interest of the public and the advertiser. The regulations herein are designed to protect public safety and welfare and to ensure the maintenance of an attractive physical environment while satisfying the needs of sign users for adequate identification, communication, and advertising.

Specifically. Without limiting the general purpose of this Part, the following specific statements of purpose provide the framework for which these regulations balance varying interests pertaining to design, construction, and placement of signs within the jurisdiction:

To protect property values within the City of Florence;
To protect the general public from damage or injury caused, or partially attributable to the distractions and obstructions caused by improperly designed or situated signs;
To provide a pleasing overall environmental setting and good community appearance which is deemed vital to the continued economic attractiveness of the City;
To improve the legibility and effectiveness of signs through the application of predictable and uniform standards; and,
To allow signs appropriate to the existing or planned character of the City of Florence's varying corridors, districts, and neighborhoods.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-17.1.2 Applicability and Conformance

Generally. This Part of the Unified Development Ordinance regulates the number, size, placement, and physical characteristics of signs; allows certain signs without permits; prohibits certain signs; and requires permits for certain signs.

Conformance to Provisions. From and after the adoption of these regulations, no sign may be erected or enlarged unless it conforms to the requirements of this Part.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-17.2.1 Signs on Private Property

Signs Permitted by Zoning District. Signs shall be allowed on private property in accord with Table 5-17.2.1A, Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District. If the letter "A" appears for a sign type in a column, such sign is allowed without prior permit approval in the zoning district represented by that column. If the letter "P" appears for a sign type in a column, such sign is allowed only with prior permit approval in the zoning district represented by that column. If the letters “SE” appear for a sign type in a column, such a sign is allowed only by the Board of Zoning Appeals issuing a variance for a Special Exception for the sign type on a specific parcel of land. If the letter "N" appears for a sign type in a column, such a sign is not allowed in the zoning district represented by that column under any circumstances.

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Area of Sign	Measurement
sq. ft.	Minimum Distance (ft.) from adjacent residential property
10	60
15	60
20	60
25	60
30	60
35	60
40	63
45	67
50	71
55	74
60	77
65	81
70	84
75	87
80	89
85	92
90	95
95	97
100	100

* For signs with an area in square feet other than those specifically listed in the table (i.e., 12 sq ft, 400 sq ft, etc), the measurement distance may be calculated with the following formula: The square root of the product of the sign area and one-hundred. But in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.

Example using a 120 square foot sign: Measurement Distance in feet = √ (120 Sq. Ft. x 100) = 109

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

B.
Signs Subject to General Design Requirements. In addition to the provisions provided in Table 5-17.2.1A, Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District, and Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning District, signs permitted by this Section shall also be subject to the applicable provisions of Section 5-18.2.1, General Design Standards.

Effective on: 1/15/2018

Sec. 5-18.1.1 Common Signage Plan Required

Generally. A common signage plan, subject to the review and approval of the Director, shall be prerequisite to the issuance of any sign permit involving:

Two or more contiguous lots or parcels under the same ownership;
A single lot or parcel with more than one principal use or building (not including accessory uses or buildings) or qualifying on the basis of street frontage for more than one free-standing sign; and,
A PD (Planned Development District) project originally approved prior to the adoption of this Unified Development Ordinance.

Common Signage Plan Requirements. The plan shall contain all information required for sign permits generally (see Section 6-21.3.1, Submittal Requirements, Subsection E., Other Permits)and shall specify standards for consistency among all signs on the lot affected by the plan with regard to:

Lettering or graphic style;
Lighting;
Location of each sign on the buildings;
Material; and,
Sign proportions.

Limitations. A common signage plan shall limit the number of free-standing signs to a total of one for each street on which there is frontage and shall provide for shared or common usage of such signs; however the maximum sign area may be increased by 25 percent.

Effect of Approval. Once approved by the Director, the common signage plan shall become binding on all businesses and uses occupying the affected lots, but may be amended by filing a new or revised plan in conformance with the requirements of these regulations.

Amendments. If any new or amended common signage plan is filed for a property on which existing signs are located, it shall include a schedule for bringing into conformance, within three years, all signs not conforming to the proposed amended plan or to the requirements of the regulations in effect on the date of submission.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.2 Signs in the Public Right-of-Way

Generally. No sign shall be allowed in the public right-of-way or on a public property, except as set out in this Section.

Standards.

Public signs erected by or on behalf of a governmental body to post legal notices, identify public property, convey public information, and direct or regulate pedestrian or vehicular traffic;
Bus stop signs erected by a public transit company;
Informational signs of a public agency or utility regarding its facilities;
Awning, canopy, marquee signs, and projecting signs in the CBD and AC Districts or where a building has no setback due to highway widening or was constructed prior to the adoption of these regulations; provided such signs shall project no closer than 1 ½ feet to the street curb or pavement;
Historical signs and markers; and,
Emergency signs.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs

Temporary signs shall be allowed on private property in accord with Table 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs.

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.4 Prohibited Signs

Generally. All signs not expressly permitted under this Ordinance are prohibited. Such signs include, but are not limited to:

Signs painted on or attached to trees, fence posts, telephone or other utility poles, stationary vehicles, or natural features.
Signs displaying intermittent lights resembling the flashing lights customarily used in traffic signals or in police, fire, ambulance, rescue vehicles or other warning signals, and signs using the words "stop," "danger," or any other word, phrase, symbol, or character in a manner that might mislead or confuse motorist.
Signs which have been abandoned, and no longer correctly direct or exhort any person, advertises a bona fide business, lessor, owner, product, or activity conducted or product available.
Signs which have fallen into disrepair (dilapidated), are not properly maintained, are insecure or otherwise structurally unsound, have defective parts in the support, guys and/or anchors, or which are unable to meet minimum safety requirements of the Standard Building Code.
Signs which contain or consist of spinners or strings of light bulbs with the exception that this restriction shall not apply to the holiday season from November 1st to January 2nd of the next year, nor shall it prohibit indirect illumination of buildings or portions thereof.

Removal of Prohibited Signs. Prohibited signs shall be deemed illegal due to a lack of conformance to the provisions of Part 5, Sign Regulations, of this Ordinance, and shall be subject to removal in accordance with Division 5-18.4, Abandoned, Unsafe and Non-conforming Signs.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.5 Off-premises Signage

Generally. A business may use one of the signs permitted as provided in Table 5-17.2.1A, Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District, to be located off of, but within 1,500 feet of the zoning lot for the purpose of directing the motoring public to the out-of-the-way location. No business hall have more than one such sign per business location. The off-premises sign shall be located within a non-residential district, off of the public right-of-way, and the location must meet all of the other requirements for a business sign specified in this Ordinance.

Owner Consent. Off-premises signage shall only be permitted with a written letter of consent between the sign owner and the landowner, signed and submitted to the Director before the issuance of the applicable permit. Such signs shall be free-standing and not exceed a height of 20 feet, nor a display area of 30 square feet, unless the regulations of the applicable district require a lesser height and/or square footage of display area. The off-premises sign shall also be counted against the allowable sign area and number of signs of the zoning lot on which it is located.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.1 General Design Standards

Generally. All signs shall comply with the design, structure, and wind load requirements of the City's Standard Building Code of current adoption and/or any additional structural requirements specified by a registered engineer. In the event that any sign requirement of the Standard Building Code conflicts with the requirements of the Unified Development Ordinance, the Ordinance requirements shall take precedence over the Building Code, except specific construction requirements which shall be governed by the Standard Building Code.

Obstructions. No sign or advertising display shall be attached to or placed against the outside of a building in such a manner as to prevent ingress and egress through any door or window, nor shall any sign or advertising display obstruct or be attached to a fire escape or interfere with any opening required for legal ventilation.

Height. Within the maximum height limit identified for a free-standing sign in Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts, the actual height of a ground sign shall not exceed an equal distance measured from the center line of the street on which it fronts to the foundation of the supporting structure nearest the street.

Signs on Awnings, Canopies or Marquees. Signs may be placed on the vertical face of an awning, canopy, or marquee or may project below the lower edge not more than 24 inches, provided that a bottom of such sign shall be no less than eight feet above the sidewalk or grade at any point . No part of a sign shall project above the top of the vertical face of a marquee.

Roof Signs. Roof signs shall adhere to the following:

Signs or individual letters may be mounted directly against roof surfaces which can be seen from the street.
Roof sign structures may not exceed a height of thirty feet above the building.
The Board of Zoning Appeals may grant variances for certain other roof signs designed as part of the original building to meet the wind load standards of the Standard Building Code and when a registered architect or engineer certifies the building is designed to safely hold said sign provided the provisions of subparagraph 5 are met.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.2 Sign Materials; Code Compliance

Materials. Permanent and temporary identification signs must be constructed in accord with all applicable provisions of the Building Code and National Electrical Code, and consist of durable all-weather materials.

Graphics. Images, logos, graphics, etc. painted on permanent signs or buildings must be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner. Permits for painted signs will only be issued to companies who are engaged as sign painters.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.3 Billboard Design

Design and Construction. Stacked or double-decked sign faces or side by side sign faces shall not be permitted. Structures permitted after the effective date of the Unified Development Ordinance, with a 32 square foot or greater sign face, shall be designed and constructed with a single steel pole structural support design, meeting the southeastern building code, including a 90 mile per hour wind load.

Billboard Sign Faces. No more than two sign panels facing in the same direction may be erected on the same sign structure, and only if the total area of both panels does not exceed the maximum square footage permitted by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning District.

Non-conforming Billboards. Existing outdoor advertising structure owners may apply for rebuilding permits for legal, nonconforming structures that are constructed by means other than the single steel pole structural design, as required by these regulations. The sign face square footage must remain the same as the existing sign face. If removed, a nonconforming sign structure shall not be replaced.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.4 Sign Illumination

A. Illuminated signs allowed by these regulations shall be subject to the following provisions:

Illuminated signs shall not directly shine on abutting properties.
No illumination simulating traffic control devices or emergency vehicles shall be used, nor shall lights which are intermittently switched on and off, changed in intensity or color, or otherwise displayed to create the illusion of flashing or movement be permitted.
No flood lights shall be utilized as a part of a sign illumination system which are not hooded or shielded so that the light source is not visible from any public right of way or adjacent property nor shall any sign otherwise reflect or emit a glaring light so as to impair driver vision.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.3.1 Sign Face Area

Generally. The measurements of sign face area are set out in this Section.

Standards.

The area of a sign enclosed in frames or cabinets is determined by measuring the outer dimensions of the frame or cabinet surrounding the sign face (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Sign Face and Measurement Illustrations, Illustration A). Sign area does not include foundations or supports. Only one side of a double-faced or V-shaped, free-standing sign is counted.
For signs on a base material and attached without a frame, such as a wood board or plexi-glass panel, the dimensions of the base material are to be used in the measurement unless it is clear that part of the base contains no sign related display or decoration.
For signs constructed of individual pieces attached to a building wall, sign area is determined by a perimeter drawn around all the pieces (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Sign Face and Measurement Illustrations, Illustration B).
For sign structures containing multiple modules oriented in the same direction, the modules together are counted as one sign face (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Sign Face and Measurement Illustrations, Illustration C).
The maximum surface area visible at one time of a round or three-dimensional sign is counted to determine sign area.
For signs incorporated into awnings, the entire panel containing the sign is counted as the sign face unless it is clear that part of the panel contains no sign related display or decoration.

Figure 5-18.3.1 Sign Face Measurement Illustrations
Illustration A. Sign Face Area = (A)(B)	Illustration B. Sign Face Area = (A)(B)

Illustration C. Sign Face Area = (A)(B) + (C)(D) + (E)(F)	Illustration D. Area Clearance

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.3.2 Sign Clearance

Vertical Clearance. The vertical clearance of a sign is measured from the grade directly below the sign to the bottom of the sign structure enclosing the sign face (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Area Clearance, Illustration D).

Pedestrian Area Clearance. When a sign extends over a sidewalk, walkway, or other space accessible to pedestrians, the bottom of the sign structure shall be at least eight feet above the ground. (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Area Clearance, Illustration D).

Vehicle Area Clearance. When a sign extends over an area where vehicles travel or park, the bottom of the sign structure shall be at least 14 feet above the ground. Vehicle areas include driveways, alleys, parking lots, and loading and maneuvering areas. (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Area Clearance, Illustration D).

Sight Distance. No sign shall be located within an area, or in a manner, that conflicts with the provisions of Division 4-11.3, Sight Clearance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.1 Abandoned and Obsolete Signs

Generally.

Any sign which advertises or pertains to a business, product, service, event, activity or purpose which is no longer conducted or that has not been in use for one month or any sign structure that no longer displays any sign copy shall be deemed to be an obsolete or abandoned sign after sixty calendar days (accumulative ninety days not in use).
Any existing sign which is subsequently abandoned shall be removed, and any existing sign exceeding the allowable sign face area by 25 percent, and which is subsequently destroyed or damaged to the extent of 60 percent or more of its replacement cost, shall be removed or brought into conformity with this Part.

Compliance of Abandoned and Obsolete Signs. When any sign is to be removed, relocated, or is made inoperative for any reason, except for maintenance, the following options are available to the sign owner:

Both the structure and sign face may be removed; or
For free-standing signs, the structure may be maintained provided the sign face is properly maintained or blank sign face panels are installed and the electrical current is properly shut off; or
For other than free-standing ground signs, the structural components shall be removed. Painted wall signs shall be properly painted over or the paint removed. When these are brought back into use they must meet all provisions of this Part.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.2 Unsafe Signs and Other Signs in Disrepair

Generally. All signs and supports, braces, guys, and anchors thereof shall be kept in good repair, refurbished and repaired periodically as necessary, and perpetually maintained in safe condition, free from deterioration, defective or missing parts, or peeling or faded paint, and able to withstand the wind pressure and structural standards described in the Building Code. Any sign not in compliance with this Section is hereby declared to be a nuisance and shall be corrected or removed within 30 days from written notice.

Compliance of Unsafe Signs. The Director shall have any unsafe sign or sign structure in disrepair barricaded off from the public in order to protect the public against injury or damage . The Director may order the repair or removal of any such signs that are not maintained in a safe condition and in good repair. In the event the Director finds a sign to be in a state of serious disrepair and determines that a hazard to the life or limb of persons exists he may utilize the following emergency enforcement procedure:

After properly barricading the hazard and/or notification of the City Manager for appropriate protective services the Director shall attempt to identify and contact the sign owner or agent by telephone and shall document said attempt as to the name and telephone number called and time of the call;
In the event the owner or agent is contacted he shall remove the hazardous condition as soon as possible, but not later than four hours from the time of notification;
In the event the owner or agent cannot be reached or cannot or does not correct the hazardous conditions within the four hour time period, the Director or his agent shall notify the City Manager of the emergency and they shall decide upon the appropriate remedial action to be taken;
They may extend the time period for the owner to remove the hazard if the hazard can be economically and conveniently protected from the public;
They may remove the hazard using the provisions of Section 5-18.4.4, Removal of Signs; or
They may decide upon some combination of the regular enforcement techniques authorized by this Part.
In those non-emergency situations the regular enforcement method shall be utilized as specified in Article 23, Enforcement and Remedies, of this Ordinance.

Repair of Unsafe Signs. In the event that any sign is damaged exceeding 50 percent of the reproduction value according to an appraisal thereof by a competent appraiser such sign may be restored, altered, or repaired only as to conform with all of the provisions of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.3 Non-conforming Signs

Generally. The lawful use of any permanently mounted sign existing at the time of the enactment of the Unified Development Ordinance may be continued although such use does not conform with the provisions of these regulations, except those declared abandoned, obsolete, unsafe or otherwise dilapidated as provided in Section 5-18.4.1, Abandoned and Obsolete Signs, and Section 5-18.4.2, Unsafe Signs and Other Signs in Disrepair, which shall be removed or remedial action taken upon notification by the Director.

Compliance of Non-conforming Signs. Non-conforming permanent signs shall be removed or brought into conformity whenever the following occurs:

Property changes ownership and the name of the business is to be changed, or
The occupancy classification of the building is changed.

Compliance of Temporary Signs. Any nonconforming temporary sign shall be removed or brought into conformity no later than 60 days following the effective date of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.4 Removal of Signs

Generally. Upon notification from the Director, any owner or responsible party of a sign that has been determined to be abandoned, unsafe, non-conforming, or otherwise illegal due to a lack of conformance to the provisions of this Division, or of a sign that is not otherwise in conformance to the provisions of Part 5, Sign Regulations, of this Ordinance, shall cause to have such sign removed in accordance with a written order provided by the City of Florence. An order under this Section shall be issued in writing to the owner or responsible party of any such sign, or of the building or premises on which such sign is located to comply within 30 days time. Any such owner or responsible party failing to remove such sign shall be subject to the penalties and other remedial action provided by this Ordinance.

Removal by Authorities. Upon failure to comply with any notice requiring the removal of a sign not in compliance with this Ordinance, the Director may cause the sign to be removed and any costs of removal incurred in the process may be collected in a manner prescribed by law. Removal of a sign by action of the City of Florence shall adhere to the following:

Sign removal may occur through the use of either City department staff or a private contractor, depending upon the availability of budgeted funds and/or manpower and equipment to undertake this work.
The city department doing said removal work, or the City's contractor, shall keep accurate records of the costs incurred which shall be submitted to the Director and Building Official for an inspection, verification and approval of the quality and quantity of work performed.
Approved invoices shall then be submitted to the Finance Department for payment. The owner may pay the costs of the work directly to the City or the cost will become a lien against the real property upon which such cost was incurred and said costs shall be collected in the same manner as City taxes are collected. When private contractors are utilized, the lowest bidder shall be awarded the contract.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.5.1 Relocation of Billboards Due to Governmental Land Acquisition

Outdoor advertising structures located on property, acquired by a governmental agency for public use, may be relocated on the original parcel of property that was not acquired. The structure must be rebuilt in accordance with the single steel pole structural design and the sign face square footage must remain the same.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Florence City Zoning Code

PART 5

Sign Regulations

Sec. 5-17.1.1 Purpose

To protect property values within the City of Florence;
To protect the general public from damage or injury caused, or partially attributable to the distractions and obstructions caused by improperly designed or situated signs;
To provide a pleasing overall environmental setting and good community appearance which is deemed vital to the continued economic attractiveness of the City;
To improve the legibility and effectiveness of signs through the application of predictable and uniform standards; and,
To allow signs appropriate to the existing or planned character of the City of Florence's varying corridors, districts, and neighborhoods.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-17.1.2 Applicability and Conformance

Conformance to Provisions. From and after the adoption of these regulations, no sign may be erected or enlarged unless it conforms to the requirements of this Part.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-17.2.1 Signs on Private Property

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Area of Sign	Measurement
sq. ft.	Minimum Distance (ft.) from adjacent residential property
10	60
15	60
20	60
25	60
30	60
35	60
40	63
45	67
50	71
55	74
60	77
65	81
70	84
75	87
80	89
85	92
90	95
95	97
100	100

Example using a 120 square foot sign: Measurement Distance in feet = √ (120 Sq. Ft. x 100) = 109

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

B.
Signs Subject to General Design Requirements. In addition to the provisions provided in Table 5-17.2.1A, Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District, and Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning District, signs permitted by this Section shall also be subject to the applicable provisions of Section 5-18.2.1, General Design Standards.

Effective on: 1/15/2018

Sec. 5-18.1.1 Common Signage Plan Required

Generally. A common signage plan, subject to the review and approval of the Director, shall be prerequisite to the issuance of any sign permit involving:

Two or more contiguous lots or parcels under the same ownership;
A single lot or parcel with more than one principal use or building (not including accessory uses or buildings) or qualifying on the basis of street frontage for more than one free-standing sign; and,
A PD (Planned Development District) project originally approved prior to the adoption of this Unified Development Ordinance.

Lettering or graphic style;
Lighting;
Location of each sign on the buildings;
Material; and,
Sign proportions.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.2 Signs in the Public Right-of-Way

Generally. No sign shall be allowed in the public right-of-way or on a public property, except as set out in this Section.

Standards.

Public signs erected by or on behalf of a governmental body to post legal notices, identify public property, convey public information, and direct or regulate pedestrian or vehicular traffic;
Bus stop signs erected by a public transit company;
Informational signs of a public agency or utility regarding its facilities;
Awning, canopy, marquee signs, and projecting signs in the CBD and AC Districts or where a building has no setback due to highway widening or was constructed prior to the adoption of these regulations; provided such signs shall project no closer than 1 ½ feet to the street curb or pavement;
Historical signs and markers; and,
Emergency signs.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs

Temporary signs shall be allowed on private property in accord with Table 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs.

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.4 Prohibited Signs

Generally. All signs not expressly permitted under this Ordinance are prohibited. Such signs include, but are not limited to:

Signs painted on or attached to trees, fence posts, telephone or other utility poles, stationary vehicles, or natural features.
Signs displaying intermittent lights resembling the flashing lights customarily used in traffic signals or in police, fire, ambulance, rescue vehicles or other warning signals, and signs using the words "stop," "danger," or any other word, phrase, symbol, or character in a manner that might mislead or confuse motorist.
Signs which have been abandoned, and no longer correctly direct or exhort any person, advertises a bona fide business, lessor, owner, product, or activity conducted or product available.
Signs which have fallen into disrepair (dilapidated), are not properly maintained, are insecure or otherwise structurally unsound, have defective parts in the support, guys and/or anchors, or which are unable to meet minimum safety requirements of the Standard Building Code.
Signs which contain or consist of spinners or strings of light bulbs with the exception that this restriction shall not apply to the holiday season from November 1st to January 2nd of the next year, nor shall it prohibit indirect illumination of buildings or portions thereof.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.5 Off-premises Signage

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.1 General Design Standards

Roof Signs. Roof signs shall adhere to the following:

Signs or individual letters may be mounted directly against roof surfaces which can be seen from the street.
Roof sign structures may not exceed a height of thirty feet above the building.
The Board of Zoning Appeals may grant variances for certain other roof signs designed as part of the original building to meet the wind load standards of the Standard Building Code and when a registered architect or engineer certifies the building is designed to safely hold said sign provided the provisions of subparagraph 5 are met.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.2 Sign Materials; Code Compliance

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.3 Billboard Design

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.4 Sign Illumination

A. Illuminated signs allowed by these regulations shall be subject to the following provisions:

Illuminated signs shall not directly shine on abutting properties.
No illumination simulating traffic control devices or emergency vehicles shall be used, nor shall lights which are intermittently switched on and off, changed in intensity or color, or otherwise displayed to create the illusion of flashing or movement be permitted.
No flood lights shall be utilized as a part of a sign illumination system which are not hooded or shielded so that the light source is not visible from any public right of way or adjacent property nor shall any sign otherwise reflect or emit a glaring light so as to impair driver vision.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.3.1 Sign Face Area

Generally. The measurements of sign face area are set out in this Section.

Standards.

The area of a sign enclosed in frames or cabinets is determined by measuring the outer dimensions of the frame or cabinet surrounding the sign face (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Sign Face and Measurement Illustrations, Illustration A). Sign area does not include foundations or supports. Only one side of a double-faced or V-shaped, free-standing sign is counted.
For signs on a base material and attached without a frame, such as a wood board or plexi-glass panel, the dimensions of the base material are to be used in the measurement unless it is clear that part of the base contains no sign related display or decoration.
For signs constructed of individual pieces attached to a building wall, sign area is determined by a perimeter drawn around all the pieces (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Sign Face and Measurement Illustrations, Illustration B).
For sign structures containing multiple modules oriented in the same direction, the modules together are counted as one sign face (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Sign Face and Measurement Illustrations, Illustration C).
The maximum surface area visible at one time of a round or three-dimensional sign is counted to determine sign area.
For signs incorporated into awnings, the entire panel containing the sign is counted as the sign face unless it is clear that part of the panel contains no sign related display or decoration.

Figure 5-18.3.1 Sign Face Measurement Illustrations
Illustration A. Sign Face Area = (A)(B)	Illustration B. Sign Face Area = (A)(B)

Illustration C. Sign Face Area = (A)(B) + (C)(D) + (E)(F)	Illustration D. Area Clearance

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.3.2 Sign Clearance

Sight Distance. No sign shall be located within an area, or in a manner, that conflicts with the provisions of Division 4-11.3, Sight Clearance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.1 Abandoned and Obsolete Signs

Generally.

Any sign which advertises or pertains to a business, product, service, event, activity or purpose which is no longer conducted or that has not been in use for one month or any sign structure that no longer displays any sign copy shall be deemed to be an obsolete or abandoned sign after sixty calendar days (accumulative ninety days not in use).
Any existing sign which is subsequently abandoned shall be removed, and any existing sign exceeding the allowable sign face area by 25 percent, and which is subsequently destroyed or damaged to the extent of 60 percent or more of its replacement cost, shall be removed or brought into conformity with this Part.

Both the structure and sign face may be removed; or
For free-standing signs, the structure may be maintained provided the sign face is properly maintained or blank sign face panels are installed and the electrical current is properly shut off; or
For other than free-standing ground signs, the structural components shall be removed. Painted wall signs shall be properly painted over or the paint removed. When these are brought back into use they must meet all provisions of this Part.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.2 Unsafe Signs and Other Signs in Disrepair

After properly barricading the hazard and/or notification of the City Manager for appropriate protective services the Director shall attempt to identify and contact the sign owner or agent by telephone and shall document said attempt as to the name and telephone number called and time of the call;
In the event the owner or agent is contacted he shall remove the hazardous condition as soon as possible, but not later than four hours from the time of notification;
In the event the owner or agent cannot be reached or cannot or does not correct the hazardous conditions within the four hour time period, the Director or his agent shall notify the City Manager of the emergency and they shall decide upon the appropriate remedial action to be taken;
They may extend the time period for the owner to remove the hazard if the hazard can be economically and conveniently protected from the public;
They may remove the hazard using the provisions of Section 5-18.4.4, Removal of Signs; or
They may decide upon some combination of the regular enforcement techniques authorized by this Part.
In those non-emergency situations the regular enforcement method shall be utilized as specified in Article 23, Enforcement and Remedies, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.3 Non-conforming Signs

Compliance of Non-conforming Signs. Non-conforming permanent signs shall be removed or brought into conformity whenever the following occurs:

Property changes ownership and the name of the business is to be changed, or
The occupancy classification of the building is changed.

Compliance of Temporary Signs. Any nonconforming temporary sign shall be removed or brought into conformity no later than 60 days following the effective date of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.4 Removal of Signs

Sign removal may occur through the use of either City department staff or a private contractor, depending upon the availability of budgeted funds and/or manpower and equipment to undertake this work.
The city department doing said removal work, or the City's contractor, shall keep accurate records of the costs incurred which shall be submitted to the Director and Building Official for an inspection, verification and approval of the quality and quantity of work performed.
Approved invoices shall then be submitted to the Finance Department for payment. The owner may pay the costs of the work directly to the City or the cost will become a lien against the real property upon which such cost was incurred and said costs shall be collected in the same manner as City taxes are collected. When private contractors are utilized, the lowest bidder shall be awarded the contract.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.5.1 Relocation of Billboards Due to Governmental Land Acquisition

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Florence City Zoning Code

PART 5

Sign Regulations

Sec. 5-17.1.1 Purpose

To protect property values within the City of Florence;
To protect the general public from damage or injury caused, or partially attributable to the distractions and obstructions caused by improperly designed or situated signs;
To provide a pleasing overall environmental setting and good community appearance which is deemed vital to the continued economic attractiveness of the City;
To improve the legibility and effectiveness of signs through the application of predictable and uniform standards; and,
To allow signs appropriate to the existing or planned character of the City of Florence's varying corridors, districts, and neighborhoods.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-17.1.2 Applicability and Conformance

Conformance to Provisions. From and after the adoption of these regulations, no sign may be erected or enlarged unless it conforms to the requirements of this Part.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-17.2.1 Signs on Private Property

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Table 5-17.2.1A Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District
Sign Type	All Residential Zones	INS (1)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/HI	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (A=Allowed without a permit, but subject to the applicable provisions of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts; N=Not allowed; P=Permit required) 1. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted in residential zoning districts, i.e., churches, schools, parks, etc., and includes historical markers. 2. Where permitted, billboards may be established only on lots or parcels fronting or within 600 feet of Interstate ROW as defined by Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts and U.S. designated highways, and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5-18.2.3, Billboard Design. 3. Signs identifying or announcing land subdivisions, residential projects, or agricultural operations, outside of the public right-of-way and where permitted. 4. Though allowed w/o prior permitting, must meet the conditional requirements of Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts. 5. Authorized flags allowed without a permit include national, state, county, city, church, or other institutional or official company flags from ground mounted flag poles or flag poles mounted on the walls of buildings or other mounting methods normally considered to be appropriate and respectful methods of displaying the flag. The location of the flag must meet setback requirements. 6. Gasoline service signs shall be allowed on gasoline pumps so as to provide required information to the public such as "gallon," "octane rating," "self service," "price," and "type of fuel." As the trade name of the business is often incorporated into the different types of fuel, said trade name and any associated symbols shall be permitted on the pumps. In addition, each service bay in a service station may include signs identifying "type of service" above the doorway provided they do not exceed five square feet in size. Gas station service signs shall not be counted against the maximum number of permitted signs or associated square footage otherwise allowed on the property. 7. See Section 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs, for additional conditions. 8. Animated signs shall comply with South Carolina State Code 63-364, Subsections (E), (F), and (I). Illumination should not shine directly on adjacent properties. Where permitted in the INS column within this table, illumination shall not be displayed from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties. This provision shall apply unless the criteria stated in footnote ten (10) below are met. 9. Where permitted in the INS, signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions) and in compliance with subsection 10 (d) below. In no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination measured at the closest residential property. 10. Where permitted in the INS, animated signs may be illuminated from sunset to sunrise where visible from adjacent residential properties under the following conditions: a. The property where the sign is located is in a transitional area. b. Only by making use of an Optical Sensor as defined in this ordinance (See Division 7-25.2 Definitions). c. The sign shall be set to the lowest possible illumination setting and in no case shall an illuminated sign as previously allowed be illuminated greater than 0.3 foot candles over ambient illumination. d. Illuminated signs shall be located according to the table below and in no case shall an illuminated sign be located closer than sixty (60’) feet from the property line of the adjacent residential property.
PERMANENT
Free-standing
Billboards (2)	N	N	N	N	P	N	P	P	N
Other	P (3)	P	P (3)	P	P	P	P	P	P (3)
Directional (4)	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Authorized Flags (5)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Building
Canopy	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Directional	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Gas Station Service Signs (6)	N	N	N	N	A	N(CBD)/A(AC)	A	N	N
Marquee	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Projecting	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof	N	N	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Roof, Integral	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Wall	N	P	P	P	P	P	P	P	P
Window	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
TEMPORARY (7)
A-Frame	N	N	N	A	A	A	A	A	N
Banner	N	P	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Posters	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Portable	N	N	N	N	P	N	N	P	P
Inflatable	N	N	N	P	P	N	N	P	N
Pennant	N	N	N	P	P	N	P	P	N
Identification	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Political	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Real Estate Directional	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Sign Characteristics
Animated (8)	N	SE(10)	N	P	P	P	P	P	N
Changeable Copy	N	A	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Indirect	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination Internal	A	P(9)	A	A	A	A	A	A	A
Illumination, Exposed bulbs or neon	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N

Area of Sign	Measurement
sq. ft.	Minimum Distance (ft.) from adjacent residential property
10	60
15	60
20	60
25	60
30	60
35	60
40	63
45	67
50	71
55	74
60	77
65	81
70	84
75	87
80	89
85	92
90	95
95	97
100	100

Example using a 120 square foot sign: Measurement Distance in feet = √ (120 Sq. Ft. x 100) = 109

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

Table 5-17.2.1B Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning Districts
Sign Characteristic By Type	All Residential Zones	INS (B)	CR	CA/DS	CG	CBD/AC	IL/IH	AR	OSR
TABLE NOTES: (NA = Not Applicable; N= Not Allowed; s.f. = Square Feet) A. Two-use identification signs, not exceeding 20 s.f. each, are permitted for each entrance of a subdivision, residential project, or agricultural operation. B. This column does not represent a zoning district. It applies to institutional and other non-residential uses permitted under the Unified Development Ordinance in residential zoning district, i.e. churches, schools, parks, etc. C. Minimum distances required by this section shall be measured between billboards located on either side of the street along the centerline of the street from which the billboard is viewed. D. One per lot or one for each 300 linear feet of street frontage, whichever is less. E. Lots fronting on two or more streets are allowed one additional sign for each street frontage, but signage cannot be accumulated and used on one street in excess of that allowed for lots with only one street frontage. F. 378 s.f., except where located within 600 feet of an Interstate Highway ROW, where maximum shall be 672 square feet. Interstate highway ROW does not included I-20 Spur or McLeod Blvd. From W. Evans to I-95. G. Not to exceed 160 square feet. H. Maximum height of billboards shall not exceed 100 feet where located within 600 feet of Interstate Highway as defined above (measured from the average roadway grade level); maximum height of other signs and billboards not on Interstate ROW shall not exceed forty (40) feet. I. Directional signs shall meet the following conditional criteria: a. The display surface area of directional signs shall not exceed 2 square feet per sign. b. A limit of three signs stacked may be utilized and shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. c. The height of a directional sign shall not exceed five feet in height measured from the ground up. d. Sign cannot intrude into the required sight triangle. e. Company colors and/or logo may be used but no commercial message may be displayed J. One projection or wall sign may be allowed per tenant wall, not above the roof line, meeting the following size requirement and not to exceed 4 tenant walls; Front and rear walls=20% of wall area not to exceed 200 square feet; side walls=20% of wall areas not to exceed 100 square feet. This provision shall apply to structures within line of sight of interstate highways and major thoroughfares. K. One Additional freestanding sign may be permitted per lot meeting a separation of 300 linear feet per sign. L. Permitted up to a 20 square foot minimum and a maximum of 1 square foot for each 2 feet of street frontage up to 90 square feet for building signs and 60 square feet for free standing signs.
FREE-STANDING SIGNS
Number Permitted Per lot (E)
Billboards	N	N	N	N	NA	N	NA	NA	N
Other (I)	1(A)	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1 (A)
Per Feet of St. Frontage
Billboards (C)	N	N	N	N	1:1,200	N	1:1,200	1:1,200	N
Other	NA	(K)	NA	NA	(D)	NA	(D)	(D)	NA
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	(F)	NA	(F)	(F)	NA
Other	20	(L)	20	32	3 s.f. per each ft. st. frontage (G)	80	80	32	20
Minimum Setback from Property Line
Billboards	NA	NA	NA	NA	10’	NA	10’	10’	NA
Other	5’	5'	5’	5’	5’	0’	5’	5’	5’
Maximum Height	12’	12'	12’	24’	(H)	24’	(H)	(H)	12’
BUILDING SIGNS
Number Permitted (J)	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	2	1
Maximum Sign Area (s.f.)	4	90 (L)	12	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	12
Maximum Wall Area (J)	NA	20%	NA	25%	25%	25%	15%	25%	NA
TEMPORARY SIGNS	**See 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs**

B.
Signs Subject to General Design Requirements. In addition to the provisions provided in Table 5-17.2.1A, Number, Dimension, and Location of Permitted Signs, By Zoning District, and Table 5-17.2.1B, Regulation of Signs By Type, Characteristics, and Zoning District, signs permitted by this Section shall also be subject to the applicable provisions of Section 5-18.2.1, General Design Standards.

Effective on: 1/15/2018

Sec. 5-18.1.1 Common Signage Plan Required

Generally. A common signage plan, subject to the review and approval of the Director, shall be prerequisite to the issuance of any sign permit involving:

Two or more contiguous lots or parcels under the same ownership;
A single lot or parcel with more than one principal use or building (not including accessory uses or buildings) or qualifying on the basis of street frontage for more than one free-standing sign; and,
A PD (Planned Development District) project originally approved prior to the adoption of this Unified Development Ordinance.

Lettering or graphic style;
Lighting;
Location of each sign on the buildings;
Material; and,
Sign proportions.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.2 Signs in the Public Right-of-Way

Generally. No sign shall be allowed in the public right-of-way or on a public property, except as set out in this Section.

Standards.

Public signs erected by or on behalf of a governmental body to post legal notices, identify public property, convey public information, and direct or regulate pedestrian or vehicular traffic;
Bus stop signs erected by a public transit company;
Informational signs of a public agency or utility regarding its facilities;
Awning, canopy, marquee signs, and projecting signs in the CBD and AC Districts or where a building has no setback due to highway widening or was constructed prior to the adoption of these regulations; provided such signs shall project no closer than 1 ½ feet to the street curb or pavement;
Historical signs and markers; and,
Emergency signs.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs

Temporary signs shall be allowed on private property in accord with Table 5-18.1.3, Temporary Signs.

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Table 5-18.1.3 Temporary Signs
Sign Type	Display Period	Display Intervals	Dimensions	Conditions
TABLE NOTES: A. A-Frame signs, where located on sidewalks, shall be located in such a manner as not to obstruct pedestrian movement. B. Banners and pennants shall be properly secured and maintained at all times, and shall not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular movement. C. Posters shall not be allowed on any telephone or power poles or any public right-of-way, and shall be placed no closer than five feet from a street or curb. D. Portable signs shall be limited to one per establishment, shall have no colored or flashing lights, shall not be wired so as to obstruct or hinder pedestrian or vehicular traffic or pose any potential for such hindrance (i.e., exposed drop cord), shall not exceed six feet in height, shall be anchored in accord with the Building Code, and shall not be converted to a permanent sign. E. Inflatable signs shall be properly anchored and shall not interfere with airport traffic. F. Temporary subdivision and work under construction identification signs shall adhere to Division 5-18.2, Development Standards. G. Political signs shall be removed within 7 days after the election. H. The City Manager may declare a special event to be a special public function for a specific period of time during which temporary non-durable signs such as banners, pennants, etc. may be used. Permits are required for a special public function; however, normal fees shall be waived for governmental and eleemosynary (charitable) organizations. I. Banners in residential zones to be no larger than 32 square feet. J. Banners to be at least 5 feet from property lines. K. One banner allowed per 300 feet of street frontage. L. Banner limited to 6 events annually with a maximum of 45 days per event. M. Banners must be located in compliance with Division 5-18.3, Sign Measurement. N. "Open house," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale" signs may be posted in conjunction with the applicable advertised event. Such signs shall not be placed in the public right-of-way and shall be removed immediately following the event. O. Real Estate signs for residential properties and/or residential zoning districts shall be limited to one temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" sign not to exceed six feet in height, and shall be located on the subject property or the grass plot in front of the property. P. Real Estate signs for non-residential (commercial) properties shall be temporary, non-illuminated "for sale," "for rent," or "for lease" signs not exceeding 10 feet in height. Non-residential real estate signs shall be located on the subject property but shall not be limited in number. Q. Real estate directional signs, not exceeding four in number, may be erected indicating the location of and direction to an "open house" along the route, provided further that such signs shall be at least 500 feet apart, shall not exceed three feet in height, and shall not be placed in the public right-of-way.
A-Frame	Daylight hours only	Off-hours	12 sq. ft.	A
Banner	30 days	6 months	None	B,H Institutional uses only I,J,K,L, M
Posters	30 days	None	6 sq. ft.	C
Portable	30 days	11 Months	32 sq. ft.	D
Inflatable	30 days	1 year	None	E
Pennants	30 days	6 months	None	B
Identification	90 days, or project completion	None	200 sq. ft.	F
"Open House," "Garage Sale," "Yard Sale"	During event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	N
Political	Unlimited	Not Applicable	6 sq. ft (Residentially zoned areas); 16 sq. ft (all other areas)	C/G
Real Estate	Unlimited	None	6 sq. ft. (Res.); 36 sq. ft. (Non-res.)	O,P
Real Estate Directional	Day of event	Subject to event interval	3 sq. ft.	Q

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.4 Prohibited Signs

Generally. All signs not expressly permitted under this Ordinance are prohibited. Such signs include, but are not limited to:

Signs painted on or attached to trees, fence posts, telephone or other utility poles, stationary vehicles, or natural features.
Signs displaying intermittent lights resembling the flashing lights customarily used in traffic signals or in police, fire, ambulance, rescue vehicles or other warning signals, and signs using the words "stop," "danger," or any other word, phrase, symbol, or character in a manner that might mislead or confuse motorist.
Signs which have been abandoned, and no longer correctly direct or exhort any person, advertises a bona fide business, lessor, owner, product, or activity conducted or product available.
Signs which have fallen into disrepair (dilapidated), are not properly maintained, are insecure or otherwise structurally unsound, have defective parts in the support, guys and/or anchors, or which are unable to meet minimum safety requirements of the Standard Building Code.
Signs which contain or consist of spinners or strings of light bulbs with the exception that this restriction shall not apply to the holiday season from November 1st to January 2nd of the next year, nor shall it prohibit indirect illumination of buildings or portions thereof.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.1.5 Off-premises Signage

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.1 General Design Standards

Roof Signs. Roof signs shall adhere to the following:

Signs or individual letters may be mounted directly against roof surfaces which can be seen from the street.
Roof sign structures may not exceed a height of thirty feet above the building.
The Board of Zoning Appeals may grant variances for certain other roof signs designed as part of the original building to meet the wind load standards of the Standard Building Code and when a registered architect or engineer certifies the building is designed to safely hold said sign provided the provisions of subparagraph 5 are met.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.2 Sign Materials; Code Compliance

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.3 Billboard Design

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.2.4 Sign Illumination

A. Illuminated signs allowed by these regulations shall be subject to the following provisions:

Illuminated signs shall not directly shine on abutting properties.
No illumination simulating traffic control devices or emergency vehicles shall be used, nor shall lights which are intermittently switched on and off, changed in intensity or color, or otherwise displayed to create the illusion of flashing or movement be permitted.
No flood lights shall be utilized as a part of a sign illumination system which are not hooded or shielded so that the light source is not visible from any public right of way or adjacent property nor shall any sign otherwise reflect or emit a glaring light so as to impair driver vision.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.3.1 Sign Face Area

Generally. The measurements of sign face area are set out in this Section.

Standards.

The area of a sign enclosed in frames or cabinets is determined by measuring the outer dimensions of the frame or cabinet surrounding the sign face (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Sign Face and Measurement Illustrations, Illustration A). Sign area does not include foundations or supports. Only one side of a double-faced or V-shaped, free-standing sign is counted.
For signs on a base material and attached without a frame, such as a wood board or plexi-glass panel, the dimensions of the base material are to be used in the measurement unless it is clear that part of the base contains no sign related display or decoration.
For signs constructed of individual pieces attached to a building wall, sign area is determined by a perimeter drawn around all the pieces (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Sign Face and Measurement Illustrations, Illustration B).
For sign structures containing multiple modules oriented in the same direction, the modules together are counted as one sign face (see Figure 5-18.3.1, Sign Face and Measurement Illustrations, Illustration C).
The maximum surface area visible at one time of a round or three-dimensional sign is counted to determine sign area.
For signs incorporated into awnings, the entire panel containing the sign is counted as the sign face unless it is clear that part of the panel contains no sign related display or decoration.

Figure 5-18.3.1 Sign Face Measurement Illustrations
Illustration A. Sign Face Area = (A)(B)	Illustration B. Sign Face Area = (A)(B)

Illustration C. Sign Face Area = (A)(B) + (C)(D) + (E)(F)	Illustration D. Area Clearance

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.3.2 Sign Clearance

Sight Distance. No sign shall be located within an area, or in a manner, that conflicts with the provisions of Division 4-11.3, Sight Clearance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.1 Abandoned and Obsolete Signs

Generally.

Any sign which advertises or pertains to a business, product, service, event, activity or purpose which is no longer conducted or that has not been in use for one month or any sign structure that no longer displays any sign copy shall be deemed to be an obsolete or abandoned sign after sixty calendar days (accumulative ninety days not in use).
Any existing sign which is subsequently abandoned shall be removed, and any existing sign exceeding the allowable sign face area by 25 percent, and which is subsequently destroyed or damaged to the extent of 60 percent or more of its replacement cost, shall be removed or brought into conformity with this Part.

Both the structure and sign face may be removed; or
For free-standing signs, the structure may be maintained provided the sign face is properly maintained or blank sign face panels are installed and the electrical current is properly shut off; or
For other than free-standing ground signs, the structural components shall be removed. Painted wall signs shall be properly painted over or the paint removed. When these are brought back into use they must meet all provisions of this Part.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.2 Unsafe Signs and Other Signs in Disrepair

After properly barricading the hazard and/or notification of the City Manager for appropriate protective services the Director shall attempt to identify and contact the sign owner or agent by telephone and shall document said attempt as to the name and telephone number called and time of the call;
In the event the owner or agent is contacted he shall remove the hazardous condition as soon as possible, but not later than four hours from the time of notification;
In the event the owner or agent cannot be reached or cannot or does not correct the hazardous conditions within the four hour time period, the Director or his agent shall notify the City Manager of the emergency and they shall decide upon the appropriate remedial action to be taken;
They may extend the time period for the owner to remove the hazard if the hazard can be economically and conveniently protected from the public;
They may remove the hazard using the provisions of Section 5-18.4.4, Removal of Signs; or
They may decide upon some combination of the regular enforcement techniques authorized by this Part.
In those non-emergency situations the regular enforcement method shall be utilized as specified in Article 23, Enforcement and Remedies, of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.3 Non-conforming Signs

Compliance of Non-conforming Signs. Non-conforming permanent signs shall be removed or brought into conformity whenever the following occurs:

Property changes ownership and the name of the business is to be changed, or
The occupancy classification of the building is changed.

Compliance of Temporary Signs. Any nonconforming temporary sign shall be removed or brought into conformity no later than 60 days following the effective date of this Ordinance.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.4.4 Removal of Signs

Sign removal may occur through the use of either City department staff or a private contractor, depending upon the availability of budgeted funds and/or manpower and equipment to undertake this work.
The city department doing said removal work, or the City's contractor, shall keep accurate records of the costs incurred which shall be submitted to the Director and Building Official for an inspection, verification and approval of the quality and quantity of work performed.
Approved invoices shall then be submitted to the Finance Department for payment. The owner may pay the costs of the work directly to the City or the cost will become a lien against the real property upon which such cost was incurred and said costs shall be collected in the same manner as City taxes are collected. When private contractors are utilized, the lowest bidder shall be awarded the contract.

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Sec. 5-18.5.1 Relocation of Billboards Due to Governmental Land Acquisition

Effective on: 1/1/1901