It is the intent of this article to regulate all signs and advertising visible outdoors in the Village of Machesney Park, including, but not limited to, the number, size, type, use, purpose and illumination thereof in order to protect property values and neighborhood character, create a more attractive business climate, and promote pedestrian and traffic safety by reducing sign distractions, obstructions, and other hazards. This article permits signs necessary to communicate land use information and increase a use's ability to be easily located.

This article establishes minimum regulations for the display of signs.

No sign or display shall hereafter be located, relocated, erected, moved, constructed, reconstructed, place, replaced, extended, enlarged, converted or structurally altered, except in conformance with the provisions of this ordinance and after issuance of a sign permit, except as hereinafter provided under section Z-75, Exemptions.

Nonconforming signs shall be subject to all the requirements governing the continuation of nonconforming structures as provided in article II. No nonconforming sign may otherwise be replace with another nonconforming sign.

The following general standards shall apply to all signs:

(1)

Obstructions. No sign may block any required access way, window, fire escape, door or other entrance or exit way, nor any window surface required for ventilation.

(2)

Vacant property. No sign shall be located on vacant unimproved property except as follows:

(a)

A sign advertising the premises for sale or lease.

(b)

Political and election campaign signs.

(c)

No hunting, no trespassing, or legal notices.

(3)

Signs on trees or utility poles. No sign shall be attached to a tree or utility pole.

(4)

Public right-of-way. Within a public right-of-way no sign or associated lighting fixture shall be erected or displayed except traffic control and traffic information signs.

(5)

Within 300 feet of any freeway, expressway or tollway designated as such by the county or the state, no freestanding advertising sign structure designed to be viewed from such road shall be permitted to be erected within 1,000 feet of any other such sign structure on the same side of the road, unless separated by a building or other obstruction that prohibits the motorist's view in his direction of travel. No advertising shall be permitted to be erected within 300 feet of any public park of more than five acres in area if facing such park and visible therefrom.

(6)

Illumination. Sign illumination shall be constant in intensity and color. The light for any illuminated sign shall be shaded, shielded, or directed so as not to cause glare in surrounding properties or in public streets. No direct or reflected light from a light source for an illuminated sign shall create a traffic hazard for operation of motor vehicles.

(7)

No "advertising sign" shall be permitted to be erected or placed within 400 feet of any adjoining residential district boundary lines. Further, no flashing sign of any type shall be permitted to be erected or placed within 150 feet of an adjoining residential district boundary line.

(8)

Change of ownership, tenant, or advertiser. Any sign or zoning lot that has a change of ownership, tenant, or advertiser shall cause all signs on that zoning lot to secure new sign permits as provided in this article.

(9)

Changes to signs. No sign permit shall be required for the following changes to permitted signs:

(a)

A change in the copy of a sign designed for replaceable copy, including painted or printed signs.

(b)

Painting, cleaning, repair, maintenance, or face replacement of a sign not including structural change, and made necessary by breakage or deterioration, but not by a change in advertiser or owner.

(10)

Maintenance and repair required. The appearance and safety of a sign shall be maintained at all times. The sign shall be repainted as necessary to prevent rust, corrosion, rotting, or other deterioration in appearance or structural safety of the sign. The source or illumination shall be kept in safe working order at all times.

(11)

Attachments to be secured. All letters, figures, characters and sign embellishments on a sign and its support shall be safely and securely attached to the sign structure.

(12)

Signs and sign structures attached to the wall of any building shall not extend more than six feet above the roof line.

(13)

Abandoned signs. It shall be the responsibility of the owner of any property upon which an abandoned sign is located to remove such sign. Sign removal shall abide by the following regulations:

Any abandoned wall-mounted or freestanding lighted cabinet sign that conforms to current village sign regulations shall be considered "removed" when the sign face is removed and replaced with a blank face, or a face displaying the message "this space available" or words of similar implication.

Abandoned exterior wall-mounted individual letter signs, or other types of wall-mounted signs without an interchangeable face, shall be removed entirely.

If a building is demolished for redevelopment, any existing freestanding sign structure on the property, which is not conforming to current village sign regulations, shall be removed at the time of demolition. If the sign conforms to current village sign regulations it may remain on the lot, unless the lot is not yet redeveloped after 18 months, at which time the sign shall be removed.

Any abandoned freestanding sign that is not conforming to current village sign regulations shall be removed entirely, including the sign face and supporting structure, and the lawn beneath shall be restored. (Ord. No. 11-15, 5-4-2015)

(14)

Cannabis business establishment signage. No cannabis business establishment nor any other person or entity shall place or maintain, or cause to be placed or maintained, an advertisement for cannabis or a cannabis-infused product in any form or through any medium within 1,000 feet of the perimeter of school grounds, a playground, a recreation center or facility, a child care center, a public park or public library, or a game arcade to which admission is not restricted to persons 21 years of age or older. (Ord. No. 43-19, 12-2-2019)

The following types of signs are specifically prohibited in all districts:

(1)

Signs which constitute a hazard to public health and safety, including, but not limited to, signs which interfere with, mislead, or confuse traffic by reason of placement, size, coloring, illumination, or singularly contain words such as "STOP," "LOOK," "DANGER," "YIELD," or any similar words, phrases, symbols, lights, or characters commonly used to control traffic. No sign may imitate, resemble, or obscure a traffic-control device nor hide from view or interfere with the movement of traffic.

(2)

Vehicle signs, which are advertising or business signs attached to a motor vehicle or semi-trailer which is parked and placed in a position for the primary purpose of displaying same to the public.

(3)

Portable signs except as allowed under section Z-77, Temporary signs.

(4)

Temporary signs except as allowed under sec. Z-77, Temporary signs.

(5)

Search lights, beacon lights, revolving lights, oscillating lights, and stroboscopic-type lights.

(6)

Rotating signs, or signs with moving parts, or audible signs.

(7)

Off premises signs, except as may specifically be permitted in this article.

(8)

No sign shall be painted, pasted or similarly posted directly on the surface of any wall, nor shall any sign be permitted to be placed on any wall, fence or standard facing the side of any adjoining lot located in any residential district.

The following signs shall be exempt from the requirements of this article:

(1)

Memorial signs and tablets of four square feet or less displayed on private property.

(2)

Signs of duly constituted governmental body; including traffic and similar regulatory devices, legal notices or warnings at railroad crossings.

(3)

Flags or emblems of political, civic, charitable, educational or religious organizations.

(4)

Political signs displayed on private property, provided they are no closer than 100 feet to a polling place on Election Day. Political signs shall not be permitted to be displayed on public property. All political signs shall be removed within seven calendar days following a general election.

(5)

Contractor, architect or engineer signs when placed on construction sites and not exceeding 64 square feet in area. All contractor, architect or engineer signs shall be removed within 14 days of the date when the building is turned over to the owner or when the construction is completed, whichever shall occur first.

(6)

Signs required to be maintained by law or governmental order, rule or regulation, with a total surface area not exceeding ten square feet on any zoning lot.

(7)

Small signs displayed for the direction or convenience of the public, including signs which identify rest rooms, freight entrances or the like, with a total surface not exceeding five square feet on any zoning lot.

Accessory structure for identification of entrance to a residential development provided the copy area contains the name of such development only.

(8)

Individual directional signs designating entrances, exits and conditions of use of parking facilities accessory to the main use of the premises may be maintained provided they are located within the property lines of the zoning lot and do not exceed 24 square feet.

(9)

Temporary special event signs for events taking place in the village. Special event signs are allowed 14 days prior to the event and must be removed within 48 hours after the occurrence of the event. Special event signs are not allowed to advertise anything other than the event.

(10)

Real estates signs that advertise a property for sale, for rent or for lease. No more than one sign per zoning lot; except, that on a corner lot, one sign shall be permitted on each street side. No sign shall exceed 32 square feet in area and shall not be placed closer than eight feet to any other zoning lot.

(11)

Interior signs. No sign permit shall be required for permanent or temporary signs located inside a building.

Off premises identification signs are allowed upon satisfaction of all of the following standards and conditions:

(1)

The off-premises identification sign is necessary to prevent or reduce traffic or safety hazards.

(2)

The off-premises identification sign shall have no more than two sign faces and shall have a maximum gross surface area of no more than 32 square feet per face.

(3)

The off-premises identification sign shall not be located within 70 feet of any other identification sign regardless of the lot on which said other identification sign is located.

(4)

Off-premises identification signs indicating the location of subdivisions under construction must be removed when 75 percent of the subdivision has been completed. This condition may be extended upon request of the developer and approval of the board of trustees.

(1)

Applicability. Temporary business signs are allowed upon satisfaction of all of the following standards and conditions:

(a)

Permit. A temporary business sign permit shall be obtained as prescribed by the requirements of this section. Acceptance of any of the benefits of a temporary business sign shall be deemed acceptance of all terms and conditions set forth herein.

(b)

Application. Application for a temporary business sign shall be made to the planning and zoning manager on a form prescribed by the planning and zoning manager.

(c)

Inspection. Prior to approval the planning and zoning manager or designated representative shall review the application and inspect the premises for compliance with the regulations of this section. Additional inspections may be requested by the planning and zoning manager to confirm continued compliance with the provisions of this section.

(d)

Fee. The application fee for a temporary business sign shall be in an amount as provided in the village fee schedule.

(2)

Required standards and conditions. Conforming temporary business signs shall comply with the following regulations:

(a)

Temporary business signs may be allowed in commercial and industrial zoned districts.

(b)

Temporary business signs calling attention to a new business may be allowed for a maximum of 30 days.

(c)

Temporary business signs calling attention to other business activities may be allowed a maximum of two times in a calendar year for no more than 14 days at a time.

(d)

Temporary business signs shall not be excessive in size or number or be placed in such a manner on the property to cause a nuisance or safety concern to the surrounding properties or pedestrians. The allowed size, number and placement of signs shall be based upon the review and approval of the planning and zoning manager.

(e)

Temporary business signs shall be anchored and supported in a manner which reasonably prevents the possibility of the signs becoming hazards to the public health and safety as determined by the planning and zoning manager and building official.

(f)

Temporary business signs shall be maintained in good condition and free of tears, rips, fraying, or fading as determined by the planning and zoning manager and building official.

(g)

The use of portable signs as temporary business signs may be allowed subject to the following restrictions: no portable sign shall be permitted with lights which flash, blink or vary in intensity; no portable sign shall be permitted with red, yellow, or green lights. The portable sign shall be subject to all other provisions of this section.

(h)

A temporary business sign may be an off-premises sign subject to off-premises sign regulations relating to size and distance.

(3)

Revocation. A temporary business sign may be subject to immediate revocation for any of the following reasons:

Any change in the temporary business sign for which the permit was issued;

Failure to allow required inspections;

Failure to comply with the applicable provisions herein;

Violation of any village ordinance, state law, or federal law.

(1)

Applicability. Electronic message board signs are allowed upon satisfaction of all of the following standards and conditions:

(a)

Permit. A sign permit shall be obtained as prescribed by the requirements of this section.

(b)

Application. Application for an electronic message board shall be made to the planning and zoning manager.

(c)

Inspection. Prior to approval, planning and zoning staff shall review the application and inspect the premises for compliance with the regulations of this section. Additional inspections may be requested by the planning and zoning manager to confirm continued compliance with the provisions of this section.

(d)

Fixed displays with one static message displayed for a minimum of 24 consecutive hours shall be exempt from the location standards stated in (2)(a) below.

(e)

Displays at gas stations, stating gas prices as a fixed message, shall be exempt from the Location standards stated in (2)(a) below.

(f)

These electronic message board standards do not apply to electronic billboards, or to small interior-mounted electronic signs in business windows.

(2)

Required standards and conditions. Conforming electronic message board signs shall comply with the following regulations:

(a)

Location.

1.

Electronic message board signs shall be allowed only in commercial and industrial zoned districts, or for educational, religious, government or institutional uses in any other zoning districts.

2.

A maximum of one electronic message board sign shall be permitted per zoning lot on which there is only one single business use, subject to statement (2)(a)(6) below.

3.

A maximum of two electronic message board signs shall be permitted per integrated shopping center in single ownership, subject to statement (2)(a)(6) below.

4.

A minimum of 150 feet shall be maintained between an electronic message board sign and adjacent residential structures which are within the line of sight to view the sign.

5.

Electronic message board signs must be orientated perpendicular to the adjacent roadway, so not to project illumination towards the other side of the roadway.

6.

Electronic message board signs may only be added to existing sign structures, if the existing sign structure meets all standards of article XVI, Signs, in this ordinance.

(b)

Size.

1.

The square footage of electronic message board signs shall be factored into the allowable total surface area of signage per zoning lot.

2.

The electronic message board portion of a sign shall not exceed 70 percent of the total sign area on each sign structure, not to exceed a maximum of 100 square feet.

(c)

Operation.

1.

All illumination may consist of full color or monochrome, and shall have a black background.

2.

The message shall not flash, scroll or scintillate and segmented messages shall be prohibited.

3.

Illumination representing movement or animation shall be prohibited.

4.

Any message on an electronic message board shall be displayed for a minimum of ten seconds.

5.

Electronic message boards shall be equipped with photosensitive equipment which automatically adjusts the brightness and contrast of the sign in direct relation to the ambient outdoor illumination, so as not to create a traffic hazard for operation of motor vehicles, or create a nuisance. (Ord. No. 40-17, 1-2-2018)

(3)

Existing electronic message board signs, pre-dating the adoption of this ordinance, shall comply with the following regulations:

(a)

Existing electronic message boards shall be permitted to repair or replace the sign in a manner that does not increase the size, or decrease the distance to other electronic message board signs or to residential zoning districts.

(b)

All sign operation regulations stated in (2)(c) above shall apply, except pre-existing signs may represent scrolling or segmented messages.

In the agricultural district, signs shall be regulated as follows:

(1)

Residential uses.

(a)

Single-family dwellings. For each dwelling unit, nameplates and identification signs indicating the name and/or address of the occupant not exceeding a total of two square feet in area. On a corner zoning lot, nameplates or identification signs may be permitted for each dwelling unit, on each street side.

(b)

No sign shall project higher than one story or 15 feet above the grade level, whichever is lower.

(2)

Non-residential uses.

(a)

Church bulletins, cemeteries, educational institutions: recreation and social facilities and other similar uses.

Identification signs not exceeding a total of 64 square feet in area. Such signs may not be closer than eight feet to any other zoning lot. On a corner zoning lot, identification signs shall be permitted on each street side.

(b)

Agricultural products. Signs advertising the sale of agricultural products grown or produced on the property not exceeding a total of 16 square feet in area.

(c)

Projection and height. No sign when attached to the wall of a building or structure, shall project more than 18 inches from the wall to which it is attached. No sign shall project higher than 25 feet above the grade level.

(d)

Nonconforming business. Business signs, other than identification signs permitted by paragraphs (a) and (b) of this subsection, shall be located only on the premises utilized for a nonconforming commercial or industrial use existing in the agricultural district and shall not exceed the standards specified under section Z-82 for commercial districts.

(3)

Advertising signs. Advertising signs shall be prohibited in the AG district.

(4)

Setback. All signs in agricultural districts shall have a minimum front yard setback of ten feet and a minimum side yard setback of five feet.

In the residential districts, signs shall be regulated as follows:

(1)

Residential uses.

(a)

Single-family dwellings. For each dwelling unit nameplates and identification signs indicating the name and address of the occupant not exceeding a total of two square feet in area. On a corner zoning lot, nameplates for identification signs shall be permitted for each dwelling unit, on each street side.

(b)

Multiple-family dwellings. For each multiple-family dwelling, identification signs indicating only the name and address of the building and the name of the management not exceeding a total of 32 square feet in area. Such signs may not be closer than eight feet to any other zoning lot. On a corner zoning lot, identification signs may be permitted on each street side.

(c)

No sign shall project higher five feet above the grade level.

(2)

Nonresidential uses.

(a)

Church bulletins, cemeteries, educational institutions, recreation and social facilities and other similar uses.

Identification signs not exceeding a total of 64 square feet in area. Such signs may not be closer than eight feet to any other zoning lot. On a corner zoning lot, identification signs shall be permitted on each street side.

(b)

Agricultural products. Signs advertising the sale of agricultural products grown or produced on the property not exceeding a total of 16 square feet in area.

(c)

Projection and height. No sign when attached to the wall of a building or structure, shall project more than 18 inches from the wall to which it is attached. No sign shall project higher than one story or 20 feet above the grade level, whichever is lower.

(3)

Advertising signs. Advertising signs shall be prohibited in the residential districts.

In the OF district business signs are permitted subject to the following conditions:

(1)

Area. The gross surface area, in square feet, of all business signs on a zoning lot shall not exceed a maximum gross area of 200 square feet.

(2)

Projection. No sign when attached to the wall of a building or structure, shall project more than 18 inches from the face of the wall of such building or structure.

Projection limitations shall not apply to identification marquee or canopy signs, provided that any identification sign located on a marquee or canopy shall be affixed flat to the surface thereof and shall be non-illuminated and shall indicate only the name, address and/or the type of business of the establishment. Further, no such sign shall extend vertically or horizontally beyond the limits of such awning.

(3)

Freestanding sign. Only one freestanding business sign shall be permitted for each street frontage of a zoning lot, provided no such sign shall exceed 100 square feet in gross area.

(a)

Height. A freestanding business sign shall not project higher than ten feet above grade level.

(b)

Sign stand or base. A freestanding business sign stand or base must be enclosed, and pole supports are prohibited. The material for the sign base shall include a base constructed of brick, stone, or masonry materials and be matched in type and color to these materials used on the buildings on the premises if such materials are present. The area of the sign base shall be no less than 80 percent of the width of the sign and no less than 50 percent of the depth of the sign.

(4)

Setbacks. Signs in the OF district shall have a minimum front yard and side yard setback of five feet.

(5)

Advertising signs. Advertising signs shall be prohibited in the OF district.

(6)

Address identification. All new freestanding signs that are constructed or reconstructed after the adoption of Ord. No. 03-20 (1-6-2020) shall include a non-illuminated building address number for the structure that is served by the sign. For multi-tenant buildings containing numerous addresses, the address number to be posted on the sign shall reflect the highest and lowest range of addresses contained within the building served by the sign. The address numbers shall be a minimum of five inches high, with a minimum stroke width of 0.75 inch. (Ord. No. 03-20)

In the commercial districts, signs shall be regulated as follows:

(1)

Residential uses. The regulations covering the use of signs for residential buildings in the commercial districts shall be the same as in the residential districts.

(2)

Nonresidential uses. Business signs are permitted subject to the following conditions:

(a)

Area. The gross surface area, in square feet, of all business signs on a zoning lot shall not exceed one times the lineal feet of street frontage on such zoning lot or two times the lineal feet of building frontage on such zoning lot. A principal building on a corner lot shall be deemed to have a frontage equal to the length of those sides of such buildings which abut a street. (Ord. No. 35-13)

(b)

Projection. No sign when attached to the wall of a building or structure, shall project more than 18 inches from the face of the wall of such building or structure.

(c)

Freestanding sign. Only one freestanding business sign shall be permitted for each street frontage of a zoning lot, provided no such sign shall exceed 100 square feet in gross area except as provided under paragraph (2)(d) below.

(i)

Height. A freestanding business sign shall not project higher than ten feet above grade level, or above the adjacent roadway as measured from the top of the curb nearest the freestanding sign, whichever is taller.

(ii)

Sign stand or base. A freestanding business sign stand or base must be enclosed, and pole supports are prohibited. The material for the sign base shall include a base constructed of brick, stone, or masonry materials and be matched in type and color to these materials used on the buildings on the premises if such materials are present. The area of the sign base shall be no less than 80 percent of the width of the sign and no less than 50 percent of the depth of the sign.

(d)

Integrated shopping centers. For integrated shopping centers in single ownerships or under unified control, one additional sign, other than those regulated in paragraph (2)(c) above shall be permitted, subject to the following:

(i)

Content. Such signs shall advertise only the name and location of such center, and the name and type of business of each occupant of the center.

(ii)

Area. Such signs shall not exceed 100 square feet in gross area.

(iii)

Height. Such signs shall not project higher than 15 feet above grade level.

(iv)

Sign stand or base. Such signs stand or base must be enclosed, and pole supports are prohibited. The material for the sign base shall include a base constructed of brick, stone, or masonry materials and be matched in type and color to these materials used on the buildings on the premises if such materials are present. The area of the sign base shall be no less than 80 percent of the width of the sign and no less than 50 percent of the depth of the sign.

(e)

Advertising signs. Advertising signs shall be prohibited in the commercial districts.

(f)

Signs on North Second Street, north of Roosevelt Road. New freestanding signs in this area shall be permitted, subject to the following:

(i)

Area. Such signs shall not exceed 100 square feet in gross area.

(ii)

Height. Such signs shall not project higher than 15 feet above grade level, or above the adjacent roadway as measured from the top of the curb nearest the freestanding sign, whichever is taller.

(iii)

Sign stand or base. Such sign bases shall conform with Z-82(2)(c)(ii), or shall be supported by an enclosed pole support with the pole enclosure being no less than 36 inches in width, and being a color and material complimentary to the design of the freestanding sign.

(iv)

Integrated shopping centers. Multi-tenant signs at integrated shopping centers shall conform to the standards in Z-82(2)(d). (Ord. No. 35-17)

(3)

Address identification. All new freestanding signs that are constructed or reconstructed after the adoption of Ord. No. 03-20 (1-6-2020) shall include a non-illuminated building address number for the structure that is served by the sign. For multi-tenant buildings containing numerous addresses, the address number to be posted on the sign shall reflect the highest and lowest range of addresses contained within the building served by the sign. The address numbers shall be a minimum of five inches high, with a minimum stroke width of 0.75 inch. (Ord. No. 03-20)

In the industrial districts, signs shall be regulated as follows:

(1)

Only one freestanding business sign shall be permitted for each street frontage of a zoning lot; provided no such sign exceed 100 square feet of area. And total signage (both freestanding and wall-mounted) on a zoning lot shall not exceed three times the lineal feet of frontage of such zoning lot.

(a)

Sign type. Only monument signs shall be permitted, as freestanding signs in the industrial district.

(b)

Sign height shall not exceed six feet above grade level.

(c)

Landscaping. All signs shall be placed within a landscaped area, the size of which shall be no less than equal to one times the surface area of the sign. (example: a sign 50 square feet in size shall be placed on a landscaped area at least 50 square feet in size.) When choosing landscaping materials, future plant height shall be considered, so not to block the sign message as plantings mature.

(d)

Wall-mounted signs shall be permitted on the exterior of industrial buildings. However, they shall not project more than 18 inches from the face of the wall of such building, nor shall they project more than two feet above the roofline.

(2)

Pre-existing industrial signs, which pre-date July 16, 2012, shall be permitted to repair or make additions to the sign structure, if the sign complies with the follow standards:

(a)

The gross area, in square feet, of all business signs shall not exceed four times the lineal feet of frontage on such zoning lot, not to exceed a maximum gross area of 680 square feet.

(b)

The height of such freestanding sign shall not project more than 35 feet above grade level.

(c)

If the sign structure is being replaced, it must meet the standards set forth in subsection (1), above.

(3)

Advertising signs in industrial districts shall comply with the following standards:

(a)

Minimum distance between advertising signs. One freestanding sign structure shall be permitted to be erected on a zoning lot, provided that no such sign structure shall be permitted to be erected within 2,640 feet of an existing such structure.

(b)

Special use permit required. Advertising signs shall be permitted by special use permit only subject to section Z-88.

(c)

Setback. Advertising signs shall be subject to the same front building setback required for principal structures in their respective district.

(d)

Size. Advertising signs shall not be larger than 672 square feet.

(e)

Height. Advertising signs shall not be taller than 50 feet above grade.

(f)

Minimum distance from roofed structure. All freestanding sign structures shall be no less than 50 feet from any roofed structure.

(g)

Village logo. All freestanding sign structures shall incorporate the Village of Machesney Park's logo near the top of the sign support, as approved by village staff.

(h)

Public service. All advertising signs with an electronic message board shall contain a "public service" message as provided by the village, if the village participates, at no cost to the village, to be displayed as 200 ten-second messages per day. (Ord. No. 44-15, 12-7-2015)

(4)

Address identification. All new freestanding signs that are constructed or reconstructed after the adoption of Ord. No. 03-20 (1-6-2020) shall include a non-illuminated building address number for the structure that is served by the sign. For multi-tenant buildings containing numerous addresses, the address number to be posted on the sign shall reflect the highest and lowest range of addresses contained within the building served by the sign. The address numbers shall be a minimum of five inches high, with a minimum stroke width of 0.75 inch. (Ord. No. 03-20)

A variance may be granted from certain requirements of this article subject to section Z-89 where the literal application of the code would create a particular hardship for the sign user and the following criteria are met:

A literal application of the code would not allow the property to be used at its highest and best use as zoned.

The granting of the requested variance would not be materially detrimental to the property owners in the vicinity.

Hardship caused the sign uses under literal interpretation of the code is due to conditions unique to that property and does not apply generally to other property within the same zoning classification.

The granting of the variance would not be contrary to the general objectives of this code.

In granting a variance, the village board may attach additional requirements to carry out the spirit and purpose of this ordinance in the public interest.