Harvey Cedars City Zoning Code

A sign not exceeding 32 square feet in area may be erected as accessory to the business on the lot, provided the same is placed on the same lot, or extended from the building wherein the business to be advertised is located.

The proprietor of a business may maintain on the exterior wall of the building wherein the business is to be conducted, one sign not exceeding 32 square feet in area. Business located on corner lots may maintain two signs. The secondary sign may not exceed 12 square feet.

In addition to such signs, lettering having a maximum height of 12 inches and limited to the name of the business and a “one word” description may be maintained on the exterior wall of the building wherein the business is to be conducted.

The mural shall be directly related to the business located on the site, be on private property, and only one mural shall be permitted on one wall of a structure per property. Any mural smaller than 32 square feet shall comply with the sign regulations and shall not constitute a mural.

The Board may consider the significance of the proposed location, the artist's ability to complete the mural in a timely manner, and the ability and willingness of the property owner to maintain the mural. The Board may, in its discretion, seek the opinions of professionals familiar with the subject or field involved, including but not limited to historians, artists, sculptors or similar professionals.

Appropriateness of the design to the function of the site, including safe vehicle and pedestrian movement, parking, loading, trash removal, maintenance of landscaping, and maintenance of required and designated view corridors and public access.

Compatibility of the design and location with the character and architectural nature of and building colors in the area, with zoning design standards, the Master Plan, existing murals within 500 feet, and the nature of the community as a seaside beach, family, and vacation destination.

The preservation and integration of natural features with the project.

No mural shall contain statements, words, or pictures of an obscene, indecent, or pornographic character.

The Board may reject any application that is deemed not in the best interests of the community by not enhancing the residents' quality of life and the Board's commitment to a clean, safe, healthy, and diverse community.

The mural proposal shall be submitted to and reviewed by the Board based on the above criteria and if approved shall be submitted with a sign permit application to the Zoning Officer. The application shall be accompanied by the following.