(1) Sign Erection, Repair, Etc. It is unlawful for any person to erect, repair, alter, relocate or maintain within the City any sign or other graphic except as provided in this Development Code.

(2) Sign Conformance. All signs must be erected, altered, and maintained in conformance with this Development Code, the Uniform Building Code, and all other applicable state and federal laws. No sign shall stand on, protrude onto, or be anchored in rights-of-way or other public property without the written authorization of the public entity responsible for such property. [Ord. 933 § 7.1, 2019.]

(1) Abandoned signs.

(2) Video signs or other signs that display a moving image other than scrolling/flashing/changing text or numbers.

(3) Electronic signs that flash, change colors, display a moving/changing image (including scrolling/flashing/changing text or numbers), or would otherwise pose a distraction to motorists unless authorized to be located on public property.

(4) Any sign constructed, maintained, or altered in a manner without a permit or otherwise in violation of this Development Code.

(5) Any sign constructed or maintained which, by reason of its size, location, movement, coloring, or manner of illumination may be confused with or construed as a traffic control device/signage or which hides from view any traffic control device/signage.

(6) Any sign constructed in such a manner or at such a location that it will obstruct access to any fire escape or other means of ingress or egress from a building or an exit corridor, exit hallway, or exit doorway. No sign or supporting structure shall cover, wholly or partially, any window or doorway in any manner that it will substantially limit access to the building in case of fire or other emergency.

(7) Any sign located in a manner that could impede traffic on any street, alley, sidewalk, bikeway, or other pedestrian or vehicular travel way.

(8) Any sign equipped with moving, rotating, or otherwise animated parts.

(9) Any sign that is wholly or partially illuminated by a flashing or intermittent light, lights, lamps, bulbs, or tubes. Rotary beacon lights, zip lights, strobe lights, or similar devices shall not be erected or maintained, or attached to or incorporated in any sign.

(10) Any sign located on private property within the vision clearance area.

(11) Any sign attached to a tree, plant, or utility pole, except as otherwise allowed or required by applicable law.

(12) Any sign within or over any public right-of-way (including banners spanning a public right-of-way) or located on private property less than two feet from any area subject to vehicular travel, except for signs, whether permanent or temporary, specifically allowed within the public right-of-way with the approval of the controlling jurisdiction.

(13) Off-premises signs and signs not authorized within a right-of-way by the controlling jurisdiction.

(14) Roof signs.

(15) Any other sign that is not allowed under this Development Code that presents a threat to public health, safety, or welfare, or is otherwise unlawful. [Ord. 933 § 7.2, 2019.]

(1) Residential properties are limited to two residential signs per property.

(2) Notwithstanding subsection (1) of this section, nonresidential uses authorized by the Development Code and residential structures comprised of five or more independent dwelling units may erect additional signs as follows:

(3) Property designated as common property on a plat or other deed restriction is deemed to be an authorized nonresidential use for purposes of this section.

(4) Notwithstanding subsection (2) of this section, only residential signs may be used to advertise home occupations, as that term is defined in the Development Code. [Ord. 933 § 7.3, 2019.]

(1) The total area of all signs on the premises may not exceed 300 square feet. Unless otherwise prohibited by this section, the maximum area shall be 150 square feet for any individual sign.

(2) Freestanding signs in all nonresidential zones are subject to the following restrictions:

(3) For through lots (properties that have frontage on opposite sides of the same block), two freestanding signs are permitted. The freestanding signs must be oriented toward opposite frontages.

(4) A business complex under two acres in gross area, regardless of the number of individual properties comprising the business complex, shall only be permitted the amount of signage permitted for a single property. A business complex over two acres in gross area shall be permitted the amount of signage permitted for two properties, which may be distributed throughout the business complex regardless of internal property lines. These limitations apply regardless of the number of businesses, buildings, or properties that comprise the business complex.

(5) Each building on a property shall be entitled to two square feet of flush-mounted or wall sign area per lineal foot of the building’s width on the dominant facade, with a maximum of 150 square feet of signs or six percent (6%) of the linear measurement of the building’s dominant facade, whichever is greater. This limitation applies regardless of the number of businesses that may occupy the building. [Ord. 933 § 7.4, 2019.]

(1) Adjoining properties;

(2) A public right-of-way; or

(3) Any vision clearance area. [Ord. 933 § 7.5, 2019.]

(1) Limitation on the Total Number of Billboards. The total number of billboards located within the City limits and urban growth boundary shall be limited to eighteen (18). Signs lost or removed for any reason shall not be replaced until the total number of billboards in the City limits and urban growth boundary is reduced to fourteen (14), which shall then become the maximum number of billboards permitted thereafter.

(2) Replacement of Billboards. When the total number of billboards within the City limits and urban growth boundary has been reduced in number to a total of fourteen (14), in accordance with subsection (1) of this section, billboards may be replaced upon application by any person or entity possessing an appropriate State of Oregon permit, subject at all times to the maximum fourteen (14) sign number limitation.

(3) Maximum Size Limit for Replacement Billboard. The maximum size of each replacement billboard sign, noted in subsection (2) of this section, shall be 250 square feet per side.

(4) Location of Billboards.

(5) Height of Billboards. No billboard shall exceed 35 feet in height.

(6) Features. Billboards may not feature video screens, reader boards, or other components that flash, change colors, display movement, or would otherwise pose a distraction to motorists. [Ord. 933 § 7.8, 2019.]

(1) General Requirements. Temporary signs shall not be restricted by content and shall not affect the amount or type of signage otherwise allowed by this Development Code. Examples of temporary signs include, but are not limited to, nonpermanent signs usually and customarily used to advertise real estate sales, political or ideological positions, garage sales, construction, or events. Temporary signs may be erected and maintained in the City only in compliance with the following specific provisions:

(2) Temporary Signs in Residential Zones. Temporary signs in residential zones shall be restricted as follows:

(3) Temporary Signs in Nonresidential Zones. Temporary signs in nonresidential zones shall be restricted as follows:

(1) Traffic or pedestrian control signs.

(2) Signs erected or maintained by public bodies.

(3) Flags mounted on a pole in the ground or on a building are exempt, but are subject to Development Code height regulations and shall be located and constructed so that, if the pole should collapse, its reclining length would be contained on the property on which it is installed.

(4) Signs placed in the public right-of-way by the public body responsible for administering the right-of-way or by a public body providing transit services within the right-of-way.

(5) Plaques, tablets, or inscriptions on buildings that do not exceed four square feet in area.

(6) Signs constructed to identify emergency services such as fire, police, or hospital facilities.

(7) Temporary signs that comply with the provisions of MDC 18.35.090.

(8) Residential signs.

(9) Signs altered or erected pursuant to MDC 18.35.120(1)(c). [Ord. 933 § 7.10, 2019.]

(1) Permit Applications. Unless exempt under MDC 18.35.100, a permit issued by the Community Development Director is required to erect or alter any sign within the City limits. Applications for a sign permit shall be made in writing upon forms furnished by the City and subject to applicable fees. Such applications shall include a scale drawing of the sign, including dimensions, height, and materials, and show its relationship to the ground or to any building or structure to which the sign is proposed to be installed or affixed. When appropriate, a plot plan drawn to scale shall be submitted that indicates the location of proposed signage relative to streets and property lines.

Prior to the issuance of a sign permit, the Building Official may review the construction aspects of the proposed sign and a building permit may be required. The Building Official or Community Development Director may require other pertinent information where, in their opinion, such information is necessary to determine compliance with the provisions of this Development Code.

(2) Issuance of Permit. The Community Development Director shall approve an application and issue a sign permit unless the sign fails to meet the standards or is otherwise in violation of the provisions of this Development Code. Sign permits mistakenly issued in violation of this Development Code are void.

(3) Permit Revocation. The Community Development Director may revoke a sign permit if there was a material omission or misleading statement of fact in the application for the permit.

(4) Permit Time Restrictions. A sign permit shall be null and void if all work necessary to erect the sign has not been completed within six months of the date of issuance of the permit. The Community Development Director may authorize a single extension for up to an additional three months if the applicant demonstrates significant progress or that the delay was the result of circumstances outside of the applicant’s control. Otherwise, the applicant must apply for and obtain a new approval to erect the subject sign.

(5) Temporary Sign Permits. The Community Development Director may grant temporary permits for nonexempt temporary signs for a period of no more than thirty (30) days if the Community Development Director determines the sign will not present a risk to health, safety, or welfare and does not exceed applicable regulations for a comparable permanent sign. The Community Development Director may condition a temporary sign permit by any means necessary to achieve the objectives of this Development Code. Applicants shall apply for a temporary sign permit on the forms prescribed by the Community Development Director. [Ord. 933 § 7.11, 2019.]

(1) Existing Sign Alteration or Replacement.

(2) Damaged Signs. Any sign that is damaged by over fifty-one percent (51%) of the replacement cost of the sign shall not be eligible for repair, but shall be immediately removed. Any replacement signs shall conform to the standards of this Development Code and be subject to the same permitting requirements as if the sign were new.

(3) Sign Maintenance Requirements.