Manalapan Township City Zoning Code
§ 95-8.7
Signs.
[Amended by Ord. No. 95-14; Ord. No. 2000-02]
All signs, excluding those regulated by specific zone restrictions of the Manalapan Code, shall conform to the provisions of this section and to the applicable requirements of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code.
A.
Purpose. The purpose of this section shall be:
(1)
To protect the public health, safety and welfare by restricting signs which impair the public's ability to receive information, violate privacy, or which increase the probability of accidents by distracting attention or obstructing vision or causing glare.
(2)
To encourage signs which promote a desirable visual environment through creative yet orderly design arrangements.
(3)
To encourage signs which aid orientation, identify activities, describe local history and character or serve other educational purposes.
(4)
To encourage the replacement of nonconforming signs by conforming signs through the strict enforcement of the procedures and requirements of this section.
B.
Application for sign construction permit.
(1)
Application shall be made to the Zoning Officer for the issuance of a sign construction permit by any person wishing to erect, alter, modify, or expand any sign. Applications shall include:
(a)
Information concerning the location, height, illumination, colors, and size of the sign and the date on which it is to be erected or displayed.
(b)
A drawing or photograph of the building facade and a lot plan indicating the location of the proposed sign and all existing signs displayed by the activity.
(c)
If the application is for a wall sign, a drawing to scale showing the location of the sign within the signable area covered by the wall sign.
(d)
Specifications for the construction of the sign and for its illumination if any is to be provided.
(e)
Name, address and telephone number of applicant.
(f)
Name and address of person erecting the structure or sign.
(g)
Written consent of the owner of the building structure or sign on which the structure or sign is to be erected.
(h)
Copy of any electrical permit required and issued for the sign.
(i)
Such other information as the Zoning Officer shall require to show full compliance with this chapter.
(2)
If the Zoning Officer determines that a sign is permitted and does not require Board approval and is an exempt development, the Officer shall issue a sign construction permit.
(3)
If the Zoning Officer determines that the proposed sign is not an exempt development, the Zoning Officer shall instruct the applicant that Planning Board or Board of Adjustment approval of an application for development is required and to contact the Administrative Officer who shall advise the applicant which Board has jurisdiction in accordance with the following schedule:
Sign Type | Board Jurisdiction | |
|---|---|---|
Signs indicated on plats which are part of a development application before the Planning Board | Planning Board | |
Signs indicated on plats which are part of a development application before the Board of Adjustment | Board of Adjustment | |
Signs not permitted | Board of Adjustment |
C.
General standards.
(2)
Modification of graphic content. The graphic content of a sign may be modified, provided that the proposed graphic content complies with all applicable provisions of this subsection, except that any condition of approval contained in a resolution of either the Planning Board or Board of Adjustment, which specified graphic content of the sign, shall require that a new amended approval be issued by said Board prior to graphic content modification.
(3)
Illumination.
(a)
Unless specifically stated otherwise in this section, all signs may be either internally or externally illuminated in accordance with the standards found herein.
(b)
An illuminated sign located on a lot adjacent to or across the street from any residential district and visible from such residential district shall not be illuminated between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. unless the use to which the sign pertains is open for business during those hours.
(c)
No sign shall contain or be illuminated or highlighted by blinking, flashing, flickering, tracer or sequential lighting and shall remain stationary and constant in intensity and color at all times.
(d)
All wiring for permanent illuminated signs shall be installed and maintained so that it is not within public view. The running of wiring or conduit along the exterior wall of a building to access a sign is specifically prohibited except that the Construction Official may permit exterior conduit if in the judgment of the Official there is no practical way to run the conduit so that it is not within public view.
(e)
For purposes of illumination, existing areas are classified as either low or high illumination areas. A low illumination area is defined as places where at night the average maintained footcandle level is equal to or less than 1.5 footcandles. A high illumination area is defined as places where at night the average maintained footcandle level is greater than 1.5 footcandles. For externally lighted signs the following shall apply:
Lamp Type | Maximum Illumination Low Illumination Area | (Watts/ft) High Illumination Area | |
|---|---|---|---|
Fluorescent | 8.0 | 12.0 | |
Incandescent | 27.2 | 40.0 |
(4)
Obstruction of accessways. No sign or sign structure shall obstruct a fire escape, door, window, or other required accessway. No sign shall be attached to a standpipe or fire escape, except those signs required by the municipal authority.
(5)
Obstruction of window surface. No sign shall project over, occupy or obstruct any window surface required for light or ventilation by any application by an applicable law, ordinance or regulation.
(6)
Traffic safety.
(a)
No sign shall be maintained at any location where by reason of its position, size, shape, color or content it may obstruct, impair, obscure, interfere with the view of, or be confused with, any traffic control sign, signal or device, or where it may interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic.
(b)
No sign which uses the words, "Stop," "Look," "Caution," "Danger," or any similar wording, which may confuse or mislead the public, shall be permitted.
(c)
No sign, nor any part of a sign, shall obstruct the sight triangle.
(7)
Signs in rights-of-way. No sign or any part of a sign, except publicly owned or authorized signs, shall be placed in or extend into or over any public right-of-way.
(8)
Sign permanency. All signs shall be securely affixed in a permanent manner to either the ground or building, unless specifically stated otherwise in this section.
(9)
Signs affixed to certain structures. No sign shall be affixed to any roof, tree, fence, utility pole or other similar structure nor placed upon motor vehicles which are continually or repeatedly parked in a conspicuous location to serve as a sign. Signs painted on pavement surfaces shall be restricted to traffic control markings only.
(10)
Advertising flags, banners, pinwheels. No advertising flags, banners, pinwheels, portable signs or similar advertising devices shall be permitted except in accordance with this chapter or as directed or authorized by the municipality.
(11)
Animated or moving signs. No animated or moving signs shall be permitted except for the required movement of time and temperature displays.
(12)
Painted signs. No sign may be painted directly on the surface of any building, wall, fence or similar structure.
(13)
Sparkling and glittering signs. No sign may utilize reflection enhanced or fluorescent colors or contain any material which sparkles, reflects or glitters; however, nothing herein is intended to prohibit the use of reflective paint on signs directing traffic or identifying various locations within a property.
(14)
Sign measurement.
(a)
Area to be included. The supporting structure or bracing of a sign shall be omitted in measuring the area of the sign if such structure or bracing is not part of the message or sign face and if such structure or bracing is less than 20% of the sign width. Where a sign has two sign faces back-to-back and parallel to each other, the area of only one face shall be included in determining the area of the sign.
(b)
Area of signs with backing. The area of all signs with backing shall be measured by computing the area of the sign backing.
(c)
Area of signs without backing. The area of all signs without backing shall be measured by computing the area of the smallest geometric figure which can encompass all words, letters, figures, emblems and other elements of the sign message with a clearance of at least four inches from any such element.
(d)
Area of signs with and without backing. The area of all signs formed by a combination of elements with and without backing shall be measured by combining the area of such elements measured in accordance with the foregoing subsections.
(e)
Height of signs. Sign height shall be measured between average grade and the highest point of the highest element of the sign.
(15)
Multiple sign faces. No sign may contain more than one sign face, except that two sign faces back-to-back and parallel to each other (no angle between sign faces commonly known as a "double-faced sign") shall be permitted. No double-faced sign shall be greater than 18 inches in thickness as measured between sign faces.
(16)
Graphic content coverage. The maximum coverage of any sign face by graphic contents shall not exceed 60%.
(17)
Billboards. Billboards, as defined in Article II of this chapter, shall only be permitted as a conditional use within the Township pursuant to § 95-6.22. Billboards existing prior to adoption of this subsection may be repaired and maintained as required but may not be enlarged or moved from their foundation or support footings. No replacement of a billboard shall be permitted upon removal or demolition of an existing billboard except along N.J.S.H. 9 pursuant to the condition set forth in § 95-6.22B(17) of these regulations.
[Amended 4-7-2009 by Ord. No. 2009-05]
D.
Permitted signs.
(1)
One ground sign, as defined in Article II of this chapter, per premises.
(2)
Multiple wall signs, as defined in Article II of this chapter, per premises or per business establishment, provided that the total area of the signage does not exceed that as provided in Sign Schedule A.[1]
[Amended 12-12-2018 by Ord. No. 2018-14]
(a)
If a building is occupied by a subtenant, that subtenant may display an additional wall sign that exceeds the total wall signage area permitted in the Zone District. The subtenant signage shall be a maximum of 5% of the facade area.
[1]
Editor's Note: Schedule A (Exhibit 8-1) is included at the end of the chapter.
(3)
Minor signs. The following signs shall be considered minor signs and shall be exempt from the requirement of obtaining a sign construction permit:
(a)
Governmental signs erected or authorized by a governmental unit and temporary signs erected for no more than 60 days by not-for-profit organizations located in the Township.
[Amended 12-19-2013 by Ord. No. 2013-11; 12-12-2018 by Ord. No. 2018-14]
(b)
Nameplate signs, provided that such signs are limited to no more than one wall or ground sign per occupancy; are not more than 75 square inches in area; are nonilluminated or externally illuminated; and, if a ground sign, are not more than three feet in height.
(c)
Warning signs (except for those required by a governmental unit), provided that such signs are limited to no more than two wall or ground signs per occupancy; are not more than three square feet in area each; are nonilluminated; and, if a ground sign, are not more than three feet in height.
(d)
Construction signs (except for those required by a governmental unit), provided that such signs are limited to no more than one wall or ground sign per parcel; are no more than 32 square feet in area; are nonilluminated; and are maintained for no more than 14 days following the conclusion of the construction in question.
(e)
Nonilluminated window signs visible in windows of business uses abutting a public roadway or parking facility, provided that the total graphic content coverage area of a window sign shall not exceed 20% of the area of the window in which it is exhibited, and the aggregate area of all window signs shall not exceed 15% of the total window area of all windows containing any signs; provided, however, that a minimum of 20 square feet of window signs will be permitted regardless of window area covered.
(f)
Special event signs of no more than 12 square feet in area, on no more than four occasions per year, provided that there is no more than one placed in any business at any given time and it is nonilluminated and is maintained for a period of no longer than 45 days before the applicable event nor more than three days after such event.
[Amended 12-19-2013 by Ord. No. 2013-11]
(g)
Real estate signs, provided that such signs are limited to no more than one wall or ground sign per property; are not more than six square feet in area per residential lot or 10 square feet in area per nonresidential lot; are no higher than six feet if a ground sign. Use of the word "sold" or any other notation to indicate that the real estate is no longer on the market is specifically prohibited.
(h)
On-site informational signs, provided that each sign is limited to a wall, window or ground sign of not more than two square feet in area and not more than seven feet in height above grade. The sign may include a business name or logo but shall not include any advertising message. In locations where more than one business share a common vehicular access, signs marking entrances and exits shall contain only the name of the shopping or business center. Multiple signs identifying each tenant or use are specifically prohibited.
(i)
Flags and emblems of a government or of a political, civic, philanthropic, educational or religious organization.
(j)
Private sale and event signs, provided that such signs are no more than 12 square feet in area; are located entirely on the premises where such sale or event is to be conducted or on other private property pursuant to the owner's consent; are clearly marked with the name, address and telephone number of the person responsible for the removal of such sign; are erected not more than 36 hours in advance of such sale or 45 days in advance of such event; and are removed on the day following the conclusion of such sale or event. No more than one sign may be placed on any business or residential property.
[Amended 12-19-2013 by Ord. No. 2013-11]
(l)
Traffic signs and signals. Temporary or permanent traffic signs and signals installed or authorized by the Township, county, or state for the purpose of directing and regulating the flow of traffic.
(m)
Public transportation sign. Signs indicating public transportation stops when installed or authorized by the Township or a public transportation authority or agency.
(n)
Vacated property signs. Only one such sign shall be provided either affixed to a building wall or located within a window; not exceeding six square feet in area; nor displayed for longer than 60 days following vacating the property.
(o)
Signs on machines. Signs which are an integral part of vending machines, including gasoline pumps, milk and ice machines, provided that they do not collectively exceed three square feet in area per machine.
(p)
Interior signs. Signs which are located within building and not within 18 inches of a window visible from a public street or public parking facility.
(q)
Political signs. Signs pertaining to federal, state, county or local elections or signs constituting political speech, provided that:
[Amended 12-19-2007 by Ord. No. 07-31; 7-11-2012 by Ord. No. 2012-08]
[1]
Erection/placement of the sign is with permission of the person(s) or entity who/which own or have legal control over the property upon which the sign is to be erected/placed.
[2]
Erection/placement of a sign pertaining to an election shall not take place more than 45 days prior to the election and shall be removed not more than seven days after the election.
[3]
Such signs shall not be more than 12 square feet in area if located in a nonresidential district or more than six square feet in area if located in a residential district.
[4]
Placement of signs within a public right-of-way shall comply with each of the following:
[a]
There shall be at least 100 feet of separation between signs of a particular candidate or campaign located on the same side of the street; and
[Amended 3-13-2024 by Ord. No. 2024-02]
[b]
No political sign shall be located or placed closer than 10 feet to any other sign of any candidate or campaign.
[Amended 3-13-2024 by Ord. No. 2024-02]
[c]
All signs shall be clearly marked with the name and address of the person responsible for such sign.
[5]
No signs shall be permitted on Township property.
[6]
A fine of $25 per day per sign shall be imposed for political signs that are not conforming to the above requirements.
[7]
The Code Enforcement Officer is hereby authorized to enforce the provisions of this section, each violation of which shall be deemed a separate offense each day the violation continues.
(r)
Special sales signs, meeting the restrictions of this subsection, displayed not more than three days prior to nor three days after these "sale" days:
(s)
Temporary seasonal agricultural signs. Temporary seasonal agricultural signs are permitted as of right both on site and off site to attract and direct customers to farms and farm stands where goods and products are for sale. However, the maximum size of the sign shall not exceed 30 inches by 30 inches and said signs, whether they be on site or off site, shall be removed as soon as the products or goods for sale are no longer in season. The content of the signs may include directions to the farm as well as the types of farm goods or products available.
[Added 10-13-2010 by Ord. No. 2010-16]
(t)
Grand opening signs.
[Added 9-10-2014 by Ord. No. 2014-11]
[1]
A new business establishment may display flags, banners, including vertical flag banners, or other temporary signage to indicate that it is open for business for a period of 60 days from the date on which the business enterprise is first opened to the public.
[2]
A zoning permit shall be required for grand opening signs, but the fee therefor shall be waived.
(4)
Electronic signs. Electronic signs shall be permitted, subject to the following regulations and restrictions:
[Added 9-10-2014 by Ord. No. 2014-11]
(a)
There is not more than one electronic sign per property.
(b)
The sign is affixed to the ground by uprights and maintains a clearance of at least 2 1/2 feet from the ground to the bottom of the sign.
(c)
The sign length is not more than 10 feet.
(d)
The sign does not have more than two parallel sign faces back to back.
(e)
The sign depth between the sign faces is not more than two feet.
(f)
The sign height does not exceed 6 1/2 feet including the ground clearance.
(g)
The message and/or graphic content displayed on the electronic sign shall not be changed more than once per day.
(h)
The message and/or graphic content must be related to the permitted use of the premises and/or activities held or provided on the premises, except for public service messages approved by the Township.
(i)
Each message and/or graphic content shall fit onto one screen. No scrolling or incomplete messages or graphic content shall be permitted.
(j)
Electronic signs shall not contain animation or any flashing, scrolling, or moving lights, text, or graphic, or any type of video. In all zones, the following display features and functions are prohibited on an electronic sign: scrolling, traveling, flashing, spinning, rotating, fade, dissolve, any other moving effects, and all dynamic frame effects, 3D holographic effects, and patterns of illusionary movement or simulated movement.
(k)
The addition of an electronic sign to any nonconforming sign is prohibited.
(l)
The sign shall not be located in any sight triangle.
(m)
The sign shall be set back a minimum of 15 feet from any lot line.
(n)
The sign shall not be located in any required buffer area to a residential use or to a residential district.
(o)
No electronic sign shall display an illuminative brightness of such intensity or brilliance that it impairs the vision or endangers the safety and welfare of any pedestrian, cyclist, or person operating a motor vehicle.
(p)
The electronic sign shall have a default mechanism that shall freeze the sign in one position or static message if a malfunction occurs.
(q)
The sign shall conform to any other applicable development regulation.
(r)
Signs that indicate only the date, time, and/or temperature, provided that the remainder of the sign remains static at all times, are permitted in accordance with an approved site plan.
(s)
Signs at motor vehicle service stations that indicate only the unit pricing of fuel, provided the remainder of the sign remains static at all times, are permitted in accordance with an approved site plan.
(t)
An electronic sign located on a lot within or adjacent to a residential zone district, and visible from such residential zone district, shall not be illuminated between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. unless the use to which the sign pertains is open for business during those hours.
(u)
All electronic signs shall have automatic dimming controls either by photocell (hardwired) or by software settings such that the sign shall not display an illuminative brightness that exceeds 300 NITS at any time between 1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise or 6,500 NITS between 1/2 hour before sunrise until 1/2 hour after sunset.
(v)
An electronic sign may be constructed as a portion of a permitted ground sign, provided the ground sign is a conforming sign and the area apportioned to the electronic sign does not exceed 40 square feet. Where the electronic sign is constructed as a portion of the permitted ground sign, no other electronic sign shall be permitted on the property.
(w)
The minimum letter height on an electronic sign shall be six inches. The maximum letter height on an electronic sign shall be 25 inches.
(x)
An electronic sign which is six square feet or more in area shall not be closer than 100 feet to a ground sign which is six square feet in area.
(y)
Site plan approval is required for an electronic sign.
E.
Exempt signs. The following signs conforming in all respects to the details for each sign type, shall be considered an exempt development under this subsection when not requested as part of an application for site plan or subdivision approval: Sign Types A, B, and G1, G2, G3, G4, G5, W1, W2.
F.
Nonexempt signs. The following signs are not exempt and require municipal agency approval:
G.
Variances and waivers. The Administrative Officer shall observe the following in determining the need for approval of variances and waivers in connection with development applications for signs:
Nonconformity | Approval Required | Jurisdiction | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. | Sign not permitted or in excess of number of signs permitted | Special reasons variance | Board of Adjustment | |
2. | Failure to conform to particular standards for a sign which is a conditional use | Variance | Board of Adjustment | |
3. | Failure to conform to size, height or setback requirement | Variance | Planning Board or Board of Adjustment | |
4. | Failure to conform to particular other than those included in Subsection 3 above | Design deficiency | Planning Board or Board of Adjustment | |
H.
Sign classification.
(1)
Type A signs. The following signs shall be considered Type A signs:
(a)
Memorial signs, provided that such signs are limited to no more than one wall or ground sign per occupancy; are made of durable materials, such as bronze, stone or concrete; are not more than four square feet in area; and are nonilluminated.
(b)
Historical or architectural designation signs, provided that such signs are limited to no more than one wall or ground sign per occupancy; are no more than six square feet in area; are not illuminated; and contain no commercial advertising.
(c)
Religious institution bulletin signs, provided that such signs are limited to no more than one per site; are no more than 20 square feet in area; and are no greater than six feet in height.
(d)
Multiple-family identification signs. Identification signs accessory to a multiple-family dwelling, provided that such signs are limited to no more than one wall or ground sign per building; are no more than six square feet in area each; and if a ground sign, are not more than five feet in height.
(e)
Home occupation signs, provided that such signs are limited to no more than one wall sign per occupancy; are no more than one square foot in area; and are nonilluminated.
(f)
Housing development signs. Signs in conjunction with each housing development as follows:
[1]
At the main entry to the development, one nonilluminated ground sign, located outside a sight triangle, which shall state the name of the development and no other advertising message. The sign shall not exceed 20 square feet in area nor six feet in height.
[2]
At the sales or rental office of the development, one externally illuminated or nonilluminated ground sign advertising the office, not to exceed 10 square feet in area nor four feet in height.
[3]
Path marking signs, the sole purpose of which is to direct the public to the housing development. Four temporary nonilluminated ground signs may be located within the Township on private property subject to written authorization of the property owner. Each sign shall not exceed eight square feet in area and six feet in height. Path marking signs shall be permitted for a period of six months and may be renewed for additional periods of six months during the construction period.
[4]
All housing development signs must be removed no later than upon the issuance of the last certificate of occupancy for development on the site.
[Amended 12-19-2013 by Ord. No. 2013-11]
[5]
At each entry to a housing development, one permanent ground sign located outside a sight triangle, which may be illuminated, shall be permitted. The sign shall state only the name of the development. The sign shall not exceed 32 square feet in area nor six feet in height and shall have a ground clearance of not less than 2 1/2 feet.
[Added 12-19-2013 by Ord. No. 2013-11]
(2)
(3)
Gasoline service station signs. The following signs shall be permitted:
[Added 12-12-2018 by Ord. No. 2018-14[2]]
(a)
One freestanding digital sign not exceeding 20 feet in height and 120 square feet in area, inclusive of a maximum of 55 square feet of digital area following the requirements of § 95-8.7D(4).
(b)
Wall sign not to exceed 105 square feet. Additional wall signs shall be permitted in accordance with § 95-8.7, Exhibit 8-1, Schedule A.
(c)
Up to three canopy signs, each not to exceed 20% of the canopy facade area.
(d)
Up to two directional signs, not exceeding three square feet in area and four square feet in height.
(4)
Other signs. All other permitted signs shall be classified as indicated in Schedule A attached hereto and made a part hereof.[3]
[Amended 12-12-2018 by Ord. No. 2018-14]
[3]
Editor's Note: Schedule A (Exhibit 8-1) is included as an attachment to this chapter.
(5)
Zone districts. Permitted signs within a zone district shall be restricted to those sign classifications as indicated in Schedule B below:
[Amended 9-10-2014 by Ord. No. 2014-11; 12-12-2018 by Ord. No. 2018-14]
Schedule B Zone District Sign Regulations | |
|---|---|
Zone District | Permitted Sign Types |
Residential Zones(1) R-AG, R-R, R-40, R-40/20, R-30, R-20, R-20/PRC, R-5, R-20/PD, R-TF/TH, R-AG/R-CH, R-AG/PRC-2 | Minor signs, Type A signs |
R-T(6) | Minor signs, Type A signs and for nonresidential uses only, G-4 and G-5 signs |
Commercial, industrial and planned development zones(2),(3),(4) | |
C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, C-2M, LI | Minor signs, Type A signs, G-1, G-2, G-3, G-4, G-5, W-1, W-2, R-1 signs, Type B signs |
LB(6), PB, OP, OP-3, OP-10, OP-10A | Minor signs, Type A signs G-3, G-4, G-5, W-2, R-1 signs |
CD(5) | Minor signs, Type A signs, G-2, G-3, G-4, G-5, W-1, W-2, R-1 signs |
GCRC(5) | Minor signs, Type A signs, G-3, G-4, G-5, W-1, W-2, R-1 signs |
SED-5, SED-20, SED-20/W | Minor signs, Type A signs, G-2 signs and other signs as permitted in the OP-10 District |
VC(7),(8),(9),(10),(11),(12) | Signs within the Village Commercial (VC) District shall apply to the overall district and not individual lots within the district. |
All zones | Electronic signs are allowed in all zones only as an accessory structure for a permitted nonresidential use or a conditional use. Electronic message centers are otherwise prohibited in residential zones. |
NOTES: |
(1)A conditional use permitted within the zone district may use sign types G-4, G-5 and W-2. |
(2)Sign Type G-1 may be located only along a frontage of 500 feet or more on a divided arterial highway having four or more moving lanes. |
(3)Sign Type G-2 may be located only along a frontage of 200 or more feet on a public road where the permitted driving speed is greater than 40 miles per hour. |
(4)A ground sign which is six square feet or more in area shall not be closer than 100 feet to any other ground sign which is six square feet or more in area. |
(5)Within the CD or GCRC Districts, signs other than minor signs and Type A signs shall be allowed only accessory to permitted nonresidential uses within the development. |
(6)In the LB and RT districts, only externally illuminated signs shall be permitted. |
(7)Pylon signs. Not more than three pylon signs shall be permitted. Maximum height shall be 25 feet and the maximum square footage shall not exceed 200 square feet. Pylon signs shall be set back a minimum of 20 feet from any property line. Pylon signs may be internally illuminated. |
(8)Directory signs. Within the VC District up to four directory signs shall be permitted, which shall not exceed eight feet in height or 40 square feet in area. |
(9)Tenant signs. Individual tenants within the VC District shall be permitted one facade sign which shall not exceed 20% of the front facade area, or one freestanding sign not to exceed six feet in height of 30 square feet. |
(10)Safety/directional signs. Safety and directional signs not exceeding 42 inches in height or three square feet shall be permitted in accordance with a plan approved by the Planning Board. |
(11)Traffic control and handicap signs shall be permitted and shall be designed and located in accordance with state regulations. |
(12)Project identification sign. A project identification sign shall be permitted at each entrance to the site. Signs shall not exceed five feet in height and 50 feet in area. |
(13)Category Three restaurants with a drive-through are permitted one additional ground sign to serve as a menu board. This sign shall not exceed 40 square feet in area and seven feet in height, and shall be located along the drive-through lane out of sight of the public right-of-way. The sign may be internally illuminated in accordance with § 95-8.7. |
(14)In the LB-W Zone District along Wilson Avenue, wall signs may have an area of up to 15% of signable area, with a maximum area of 120 square feet. |
I.
Planning requirements for shopping centers, industrial parks and office parks.
(1)
A shopping center, industrial park or office park shall submit a program for signs to the Planning Board as part of its submission for preliminary site plan approval. The program for signs shall include signs proposed for display by the activities within these developments.
(2)
The program for signs shall include a visual representation of the lettering, illumination, color, area, height, placement and location of the signs proposed for display.
(3)
The Planning Board may approve a program for signs if the signs visually represented in the program are appropriate to the function and architectural character of the shopping center, industrial park or office park. The Board may apply such restrictions on color, size, location, lettering style, illumination and number of signs to the sign program as it deems appropriate to the purpose of encouraging a desirable visual environment and promoting good civic design and arrangements.
(4)
Signs displayed by, or by an activity within, a shopping center, industrial park, or office park must comply with an approved program for signs.
(5)
The ground sign designating the shopping center, industrial park or office park shall not contain more than 10 items of information.
J.
Nonconforming signs. A nonconforming sign shall be made to conform to the standards of this chapter when:
(1)
The sign is more than partially destroyed.
(2)
The sign has not been used for a period of six months or longer.
(3)
The sign is substantially modified.
(4)
The sign is relocated on the same or different premises.
(5)
The sign is located on premises which are the subject of site plan, subdivision, variance or conditional use approval.