The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Accessory sign means a sign which advertises a business located on the same premises as the sign.

Awning means any structure made of cloth or metal with a metal frame attached to a building and projecting over a thoroughfare, when the same is so erected as to permit its being raised to a position flat against the building when not in use.

Canopy means any structure, other than an awning, made of cloth or metal with a metal frame attached to a building, projecting over a thoroughfare and carried by a frame supported by the ground or sidewalk.

Erect means to build, construct, attach, hang, place, suspend or affix, and shall also include the painting of wall signs.

Facing or surface means any surface of a sign upon, against or through which the message is displayed or illustrated on the sign.

Ground sign means any sign supported by uprights or braces placed upon the ground and not attached to any building.

Illuminated sign means any sign which has characters, letters, figures, designs or outlines illuminated by electric lights or luminous tubes as a part of the sign proper.

Incombustible material means any material which will not ignite at or below a temperature of 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit and will not continue to burn or glow at that temperature.

Marquee means any hood or awning of permanent construction projecting from the wall of a building above an entrance and extending over a thoroughfare.

Nonaccessory sign means a sign which advertises a business or a product not located or sold on the premises where the sign is located.

Projecting sign means any sign which is attached to a building or other structure and extends beyond the line of the building or structure or beyond the surface of that portion of the building or structure to which it is attached. A horizontal projecting sign is a projecting sign which is greater in width than in height. A vertical projecting sign is a projecting sign which is greater in height than in width.

Roof sign means any sign erected, constructed and maintained wholly upon or over the roof of any building, with the principal support on the roof structure.

Sign means and includes every sign, billboard, ground sign, wall sign, roof sign, illuminated sign, projecting sign, temporary sign, marquee, awning, canopy and street clock, and shall include any announcement, declaration, demonstration, display, illustration or insignia used to advertise or promote the interests of any person when the same is placed out-of-doors in view of the general public.

Street clock means any timepiece erected upon a standard upon a sidewalk, or on the exterior of any building or structure for the convenience of the public, and placed and maintained by some person for the purpose of advertising his place of business.

Structural trim means the molding, battens, cappings, nailing strips, latticing and platforms which are attached to a sign structure.

Temporary sign means any sign, banner, pennant, valance or advertising display constructed of cloth, canvas, light fabric, cardboard, wallboard or other light materials, with or without frames, intended to be displayed for a short period of time only.

Wall sign means all flat signs of solid face construction which are placed against a building or other structure and attached to the exterior front, rear or side wall of the building or other structure.

(Code 1974, § 25-2; Code 1993, § 62-442)

(a)

The provisions of this article shall not apply to the following signs:

(1)

Real estate signs not exceeding eight square feet in area which advertise only the sale, rental or lease of the premises upon which such signs are located.

(2)

Professional nameplates not exceeding two square feet in area.

(3)

Bulletin boards not over eight square feet in area for public, charitable or religious institutions when the same are located on the premises of such institutions.

(4)

Signs painted on the exterior surface of a building or structure; provided, however, if such signs have raised borders, letters, characters, decorations or lighting appliances, they shall be subject to the provisions of this article.

(5)

Signs denoting the architect, engineer or contractor when placed upon work under construction, and not exceeding 16 square feet in area.

(6)

Occupational signs denoting only the name and profession of an occupant in a commercial building, public institutional building or dwelling house, and not exceeding two square feet in area.

(7)

Memorial signs or tablets, names of buildings and dates of erection when cut into any masonry surface or when constructed of bronze or other incombustible materials.

(8)

Traffic or other municipal signs, legal notices, railroad crossing signs, danger signs and such temporary, emergency or nonadvertising signs as may be approved by the city council.

(b)

The exemptions granted by subsection (a) of this section shall not apply to section 62-641, and all signs mentioned in such subsection shall be subject to the provisions of section 62-641.

(Code 1974, § 25-3; Code 1993, § 62-443)

Nonaccessory signs shall be prohibited on all property joining Carl Albert Parkway and all overpasses and underpasses over or under Carl Albert Parkway from the east city limits to the west city limits, and all other overpasses and underpasses in the city limits.

(Code 1974, § 25-4; Code 1993, § 62-444)

All signs shall be designed and constructed to withstand a wind pressure of not less than 40 pounds per square foot of area, and shall be constructed to receive dead loads as required in the building code or other ordinances of the city.

(Code 1974, § 25-5; Code 1993, § 62-445)

Every sign erected after November 14, 1966, shall have painted in a conspicuous place thereon, in letters not less than one inch in height, the date of erection, the permit number and the voltage of any electrical apparatus used in connection therewith.

(Code 1974, § 25-6; Code 1993, § 62-446)

All signs which are constructed on street lines, or within five feet thereof, shall have a smooth surface and no nails, tacks or wires shall be permitted to protrude therefrom, except electrical reflectors and devices which may extend over the top and extend in front of the sign.

(Code 1974, § 25-7; Code 1993, § 62-447)

Gooseneck reflectors and lights shall be permitted on ground signs, roof signs and wall signs; provided, that the reflectors shall be provided with proper glass lenses concentrating the illumination upon the area of the sign so as to prevent glare upon the street or adjacent property.

(Code 1974, § 25-8; Code 1993, § 62-448)

It shall be unlawful for any person to maintain any sign which extends over public property which is wholly or partially illuminated by floodlights or spotlights.

(Code 1974, § 25-9; Code 1993, § 62-449)

No sign shall be erected, relocated or maintained so as to prevent free ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire escape. No sign of any kind shall be attached to a standpipe or fire escape.

(Code 1974, § 25-10; Code 1993, § 62-450)

No sign shall be erected at the intersection of any street in such a manner as to obstruct free and clear vision; or at any location where, by reason of the position, shape or color, it may interfere with, obstruct the view of or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device; or which makes use of the words "stop," "drive-in," "danger" or any other word, phrase, symbol or character in such a manner as to interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic.

(Code 1974, § 25-11; Code 1993, § 62-451)

State Law reference— Display of unauthorized signs, signals, or markings, 47 O.S. § 11-206.

It shall be unlawful for any person to display upon any sign any obscene matter.

(Code 1974, § 25-12; Code 1993, § 62-452)

The code administrator shall inspect annually, or at such other times as he deems necessary, each sign regulated by this article for the purpose of ascertaining whether the same is secure or insecure, and whether it is in need of removal or repair.

(Code 1974, § 25-13; Code 1993, § 62-466)

If the code administrator shall find that any sign is unsafe or insecure, or is a menace to the public, or has been constructed or erected or is being maintained in violation of the provisions of this article, he shall give written notice to the owner thereof or to the person to whom the permit for such sign was issued. If the permittee or owner fails to remove or alter the sign so as to comply with the required standards within ten days after such notice, such sign or other advertising structure may be removed, or altered to comply, by the code administrator at the expense of the permittee or owner of the property upon which it is located. The code administrator shall refuse to issue permits under this article to any permittee or owner who has refused to pay the costs so assessed. The code administrator may cause any sign which is an immediate peril to persons or property to be removed summarily and without notice.

(Code 1974, § 25-14; Code 1993, § 62-467)

Any sign which no longer advertises a bona fide business conducted, or a product sold, shall be taken down and removed by the owner, agent or person having the beneficial use of the building or structure upon which such sign is located, within 30 days after written notification from the code administrator. Upon failure to comply with such notice within the time specified, the code administrator is hereby authorized to cause the removal of such sign and any expense incident thereto shall be paid by the owner of the building or structure to which such sign is attached.

(Code 1974, § 25-15; Code 1993, § 62-468)

The board of adjustment is hereby authorized, upon appeal, to hear and approve variances to requirements on sign setbacks, area, height and size requirements where a strict application of these requirements would result in peculiar and exceptional practical difficulties to or exceptional and undue hardship upon the owner/occupant of such property. The board is also authorized to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is an error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made by an administrative official in the interpretation or enforcement of this article.

(Code 1974, § 25-16; Code 1993, § 62-469)

It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, alter or relocate any sign within the city, without first obtaining a permit from the code administrator.

(Code 1974, § 25-26; Code 1993, § 62-481)

Application for a permit under this division shall be made upon forms provided by the code administrator and shall contain or have attached thereto the following information:

(1)

The name, address and telephone number of the applicant.

(2)

The location of the building, structure or lot to which or upon which the sign is to be attached or erected.

(3)

The position of the sign in relation to nearby buildings or structures.

(4)

The name of the person erecting the sign.

(5)

The insurance policy and bond required by section 62-677.

(6)

Plans and specifications showing the method of construction and attachment to the building or the ground.

(7)

If the sign is more than 35 feet in height, a copy of stress sheets and calculations showing that the structure is designed for dead load and wind pressure, in any direction, in the amount required by this article and any other ordinance of the city.

(8)

Such other information as the code administrator may require to show full compliance with this article and all other ordinances of the city.

(Code 1974, § 25-27; Code 1993, § 62-482)

(a)

Every applicant for a permit under this division shall, before the permit is granted, file with the code administrator a continuing bond in the penal sum of $1,000.00 executed by the applicant and a surety company to be approved by the city council, and conditioned for the faithful observance of the provisions of this article and all amendments thereto, and of all laws and ordinances relating to signs. Such bond shall indemnify and save harmless the city from any and all damages, judgments, costs or expenses which the city may incur or suffer by reason of the granting of the permit. A liability insurance policy issued by an insurance company authorized to do business in the state and conforming to this section shall also be required of such applicant. Such policy shall be in the amounts of $5,000.00/$10,000.00/$5,000.00.

(b)

Any person lawfully maintaining a sign regulated by this article on November 14, 1966, shall, within 30 days after such enactment, comply with all the provisions set forth in this section.

(Code 1974, § 25-28; Code 1993, § 62-483)

(a)

It shall be the duty of the code administrator, upon the filing of an application for a permit under this division, to examine the plans and specifications and other data and the premises upon which it is proposed to erect the sign. If it shall appear that the proposed sign is in compliance with all the requirements of this article and all other ordinances of the city, he shall approve the application. If it appears that the sign does not comply with such requirements, the code administrator shall disapprove the application.

(b)

The application for a permit for the erection of a sign in which electrical wiring and connections are to be used shall be submitted to the electrical inspector. The electrical inspector shall examine the plans and specifications respecting all wiring and connections to determine if the same complies with the electrical code of the city, and he shall approve such application if the plans and specifications comply with such code, or disapprove the application if noncompliance with such code is found. This action of the electrical inspector shall be taken prior to submission of the application to the code administrator for final approval or disapproval.

(Code 1974, § 25-29; Code 1993, § 62-484)

(a)

Every applicant, before being granted a permit under this division, shall pay the permit fee for each sign covered by the individual and separate permit as provided in chapter 48.

(b)

In addition to the fees prescribed in chapter 48, any applicable permit and/or inspection fees for illuminated signs prescribed by the electrical code shall be paid.

(c)

Any additional inspection made necessary by initial work being rejected or incomplete will require a minimum fee as provided in chapter 48.

(Code 1974, § 25-30; Code 1993, § 62-485)

The permit required by this division shall be issued by the code administrator if the application has been approved and the applicant has complied with the provisions of this article.

(Code 1974, § 25-31; Code 1993, § 62-486)

If the work authorized by a permit issued under this division has not been commenced within six months after the date of issuance, the permit shall expire and thereafter be null and void.

(Code 1974, § 25-32; Code 1993, § 62-487)

Permits for temporary signs shall authorize the erection of such signs and their maintenance for a period not exceeding 30 days.

(Code 1974, § 25-33; Code 1993, § 62-488)

(a)

All rights and privileges acquired under the provisions of this article or any amendment thereto are mere licenses, revocable for cause at any time by the city council, and all permits issued under this division shall contain this provision.

(b)

The code administrator is hereby authorized and empowered to revoke any permit issued by him under this division upon failure of the holder thereof to comply with any provision of this article.

(Code 1974, § 25-34; Code 1993, § 62-489)

All ground signs shall have a surface or facing of incombustible material; provided; however, that combustible trim may be used thereon.

(Code 1974, § 25-55; Code 1993, § 62-511)

It shall be unlawful to erect any ground sign whose total height is greater than 70 feet above the level of the ground upon which the sign is erected.

(Code 1974, § 25-56; Code 1993, § 62-512)

Ground signs shall have an open space not less than two feet between the base line of the sign and the ground level. This open space may be filled in with a platform or decorative latticework which does not close off more than one-half of any square foot of such open space. No ground sign shall be nearer than two feet to any other sign, building or structure.

(Code 1974, § 25-57; Code 1993, § 62-513)

No ground sign shall be nearer the street than ten feet or the building line, as established by article IV of this chapter, whichever is less. No nonaccessory ground sign shall be nearer the street than 25 feet or the building line, as so established, whichever is greater.

(Code 1974, § 25-58; Code 1993, § 62-514)

All ground signs shall be securely built, constructed and erected upon posts and standards sunk at least three feet below the natural surface of the ground. All posts, anchors and bracing of wood shall be treated to protect them from moisture by creosoting or other approved methods when they rest upon or enter into the ground.

(Code 1974, § 25-59; Code 1993, § 62-515)

All letters, figures, characters or representations in cutout or irregular form, maintained in conjunction with, attached to or superimposed upon any ground sign shall be safely and securely built or attached to the sign structure and shall comply with all requirements of section 62-634.

(Code 1974, § 25-60; Code 1993, § 62-516)

All ground signs and the premises surrounding the same shall be maintained by the owner thereof in a clean, sanitary and inoffensive condition, and free and clear of all obnoxious substances, rubbish and weeds.

(Code 1974, § 25-61; Code 1993, § 62-517)

All wall signs shall have a surface or facing of incombustible material; provided, however, that combustible trim may be used thereon.

(Code 1974, § 25-72; Code 1993, § 62-531)

No wall sign shall exceed an area of 500 square feet.

(Code 1974, § 25-73; Code 1993, § 62-532)

No wall sign shall cover wholly or partially any wall opening, nor project beyond the ends or top of the wall to which it is attached.

(Code 1974, § 25-74; Code 1993, § 62-533)

No wall sign shall be permitted to extend more than six inches beyond the building line. No such sign shall be attached to a wall at a height of less than ten feet above the sidewalk or ground.

(Code 1974, § 25-75; Code 1993, § 62-534)

All wall signs shall be safely and securely attached to the building wall by means of metal anchors, bolts or expansion screws of not less than three-eighths inch in diameter embedded in the wall at least three inches; provided, however, that such signs may rest in, or be bolted to, strong, heavy metal brackets or saddles set not over six feet apart, each of which shall be securely fixed to the wall as hereinbefore provided. In no case shall any wall sign be secured with wire, strips of wood or nails.

(Code 1974, § 25-76; Code 1993, § 62-535)

Every roof sign, including the upright supports and braces thereof, shall be constructed entirely of incombustible materials; provided, however, that combustible trim may be used thereon.

(Code 1974, § 25-87; Code 1993, § 62-546)

No roof sign shall have a surface or facing exceeding 300 square feet, nor have its highest point extended more than 20 feet above the roof level.

(Code 1974, § 25-88; Code 1993, § 62-547)

No roof sign shall be erected or maintained with the face thereof nearer than five feet to the outside wall toward which the sign faces.

(Code 1974, § 25-89; Code 1993, § 62-548)

Every roof sign shall be thoroughly secured to the building by iron or other metal anchors, bolts, supports, rods or braces. When erected upon buildings which are not constructed entirely of fireproof material, the bearing plates of the sign shall bear directly upon masonry walls and intermediate steel columns in the building. No roof sign shall be supported or anchored to the wooden framework of a building.

(Code 1974, § 25-90; Code 1993, § 62-549)

All roof signs shall have a space of at least five feet in height between the base of the sign and the roof level, and at least five feet clearance between the vertical supports thereof.

(Code 1974, § 25-91; Code 1993, § 62-550)

No roof sign shall be placed on the roof of any building or structure in such a manner as to prevent free passage from one part of the roof to any other part thereof or interfere with openings in the roof.

(Code 1974, § 25-92; Code 1993, § 62-551)

Every projecting sign, including the frames, braces and supports thereof, shall be designed by a structural engineer or manufacturer and shall be approved by the code administrator as in compliance with the building code of the city and by the electrical inspector as in compliance with the electrical code of the city.

(Code 1974, § 25-103; Code 1993, § 62-561)

Every projecting sign shall be constructed of incombustible material.

(Code 1974, § 25-104; Code 1993, § 62-562)

Except by special permission of the city council, projecting signs shall be limited in area as follows:

(1)

Horizontal projecting signs: 50 square feet each side.

(2)

Vertical projecting signs: 100 square feet each side.

(Code 1974, § 25-105; Code 1993, § 62-563)

The distance measured between the principal faces of any projecting sign shall not exceed 18 inches.

(Code 1974, § 25-106; Code 1993, § 62-564)

Every projecting sign shall be placed at least ten feet above the public sidewalk over which it is erected, and at a distance not greater than two feet from the face of the wall to which it is attached, measuring from the point of the sign nearest thereto. No such sign or part thereof shall extend nearer the curbline than one foot. Every projecting sign erected over public driveways, alleys and thoroughfares shall be placed not less than 15 feet above the level of the same.

(Code 1974, § 25-107; Code 1993, § 62-565)

(a)

Projecting signs exceeding ten square feet in area or 50 pounds in weight shall not be attached to or supported by frame buildings or the wooden framework of a building. Such signs shall be attached to masonry walls with galvanized expansion bolts at least three-eighths inch in diameter or shall be fixed in the wall by means of bolts extending through the wall, and shall contain a proper size metal washer or plate on the inside of the wall.

(b)

No projecting sign shall be secured with wire, strips of wood or nails, nor shall any projecting sign be hung or secured to any other sign.

(Code 1974, § 25-108; Code 1993, § 62-566)

Every projecting sign shall be two-faced. V-shaped projecting signs, consisting of two single-faced signs erected without a roof or ceiling, shall not be permitted.

(Code 1974, § 25-109; Code 1993, § 62-567)

Every projecting sign shall be illuminated. The reflectors shall be provided with the proper glass lenses concentrating the illumination upon the area of the sign and preventing glare upon the street or adjacent property. No floodlight, spotlight or reflector of the gooseneck type shall be permitted on projecting signs.

(Code 1974, § 25-110; Code 1993, § 62-568)

The lettering or advertising designs to be illuminated on a projecting sign may be composed of glass or other transparent or semitransparent incombustible material. Any glass forming a part of any sign shall be safety glass or plate glass at least one-quarter inch thick, and in case any single piece or pane of glass has an area exceeding three square feet, it shall be wire glass. One section, not exceeding three square feet in area, constructed of wire glass or safety glass shall be permitted on each side of the sign.

(Code 1974, § 25-111; Code 1993, § 62-569)

Any movable part of a projecting sign, such as the cover of a service opening, shall be securely fastened by chains or hinges.

(Code 1974, § 25-112; Code 1993, § 62-570)

No temporary sign of combustible material shall exceed four feet in one of its dimensions or 100 square feet in area. Such signs in excess of 60 square feet shall be made of rigid materials (i.e., of wallboard or other light materials with frames).

(Code 1974, § 25-123; Code 1993, § 62-581)

Every temporary sign weighing in excess of 50 pounds must be approved by the code administrator as conforming to the safety requirements of the building code of the city.

(Code 1974, § 25-124; Code 1993, § 62-582)

No temporary sign shall extend over or into any street, alley, sidewalk or other public thoroughfare a distance greater than four inches from the wall upon which it is erected and shall not be placed or projected over any wall opening.

(Code 1974, § 25-125; Code 1993, § 62-583)

Every temporary sign shall be attached to the wall with wire or steel cables and no strings, ropes or wood slats for anchorage or support purposes shall be permitted.

(Code 1974, § 25-126; Code 1993, § 62-584)

The advertisement contained on any temporary sign shall pertain only to the business, industry or pursuit conducted on or within the premises on which such sign is erected or maintained. This provision shall not apply to signs of a civic, political or religious nature.

(Code 1974, § 25-127; Code 1993, § 62-585)

All marquees shall be designed by a structural engineer and approved by the code administrator as in compliance with the building code of the city and by the electrical inspector as in compliance with the electrical code of the city.

(Code 1974, § 25-138; Code 1993, § 62-596)

All marquees shall be illuminated.

(Code 1974, § 25-139; Code 1993, § 62-597)

All marquees, including the anchors, bolts, supports, rods and braces thereof, shall be constructed of incombustible materials.

(Code 1974, § 25-140; Code 1993, § 62-598)

The roofs of all marquees shall be used for no other purpose than to form and constitute a roof, and at least 25 percent of the area of the roof of every marquee shall be of glass or other incombustible transparent substance.

(Code 1974, § 25-141; Code 1993, § 62-599)

The roofs of all marquees shall be properly guttered and connected by downspouts to a sewer so that the water therefrom will not drip or flow onto public property.

(Code 1974, § 25-142; Code 1993, § 62-600)

No portion of a marquee shall be less than ten feet above the level of the sidewalk or other public thoroughfare.

(Code 1974, § 25-143; Code 1993, § 62-601)

No marquee shall be permitted to extend beyond a point two feet inside the curbline.

(Code 1974, § 25-144; Code 1993, § 62-602)

No marquee shall be wider than the entrance or entrances of the building, plus five feet on each side thereof; provided, however, that where the entrances to a building are not more than 20 feet apart, a marquee may be made a continuous single structure between the entrances.

(Code 1974, § 25-145; Code 1993, § 62-603)

Marquees shall be supported solely by the building to which they are attached, and no columns or posts shall be permitted as support therefor.

(Code 1974, § 25-146; Code 1993, § 62-604)

No marquee shall be erected on any building of wood frame construction, unless attached to the masonry, concrete or steel supports of the building.

(Code 1974, § 25-147; Code 1993, § 62-605)

The roof of a marquee, except the required glass area, shall be designed and constructed to support a live load of not less than 100 pounds per square foot.

(Code 1974, § 25-148; Code 1993, § 62-606)

Signs attached to or hung from a marquee shall be completely within the borderline of the marquee's outer edge, and shall in no instance be lower than ten feet above the sidewalk or public thoroughfare. No sign or advertising material shall exceed five feet in height exclusive of the name of the establishment exhibiting such marquee. No advertising material shall be placed upon the roof of any marquee.

(Code 1974, § 25-149; Code 1993, § 62-607)

(a)

Awnings may be constructed of cloth or metal; provided, however, all frames and supports shall be of metal.

(b)

Canopies may be constructed of cloth or metal hood; provided, however, all frames and supports shall be of metal.

(Code 1974, § 25-160; Code 1993, § 62-621)

(a)

All awnings shall be constructed and erected so that the lowest portion thereof shall not be less than eight feet above the level of the sidewalk or public thoroughfare.

(b)

All canopies shall be constructed and erected so that the lowest portion thereof shall be not less than nine feet above the level of the sidewalk or public thoroughfare.

(Code 1974, § 25-161; Code 1993, § 62-622)

No awning or canopy shall be permitted to extend beyond a point two feet inside the curbline.

(Code 1974, § 25-162; Code 1993, § 62-623)

There shall be no limitation on the width of awnings. No canopy shall be permitted to exceed eight feet in width.

(Code 1974, § 25-163; Code 1993, § 62-624)

Every awning shall be securely attached to and supported by the building. Posts or columns beyond the building line shall not be permitted for awnings. No awning shall be attached to the wood jambs, frames or other wood members of a building (frame buildings excepted), when such building is less than ten feet from public property.

(Code 1974, § 25-164; Code 1993, § 62-625)

The framework of all canopies shall be designed by a structural engineer and approved by the code administrator as in compliance with the building code of the city. All frames and supports shall be of metal and designed to withstand a wind pressure as provided in section 62-632.

(Code 1974, § 25-165; Code 1993, § 62-626)

No advertising shall be placed on any awning or canopy except that the name of the owner and the business, industry or pursuit conducted within the premises may be painted or otherwise permanently placed in a space not exceeding eight inches in height on the front and side portions thereof.

(Code 1974, § 25-166; Code 1993, § 62-627)

Every awning shall be rolled or folded against the building wall except when in service as a protection from sun, rain, snow or other inclement weather.

(Code 1974, § 25-167; Code 1993, § 62-628)

All street clocks shall be constructed of incombustible material, including the frames, braces and supports thereof.

(Code 1974, § 25-178; Code 1993, § 62-641)

The dial of a street clock shall be not less than 30 inches in diameter.

(Code 1974, § 25-179; Code 1993, § 62-642)

Any glass forming a part of a street clock or the sign thereon shall be safety glass or plate glass at least one-fourth inch thick. In case any single piece or pane of glass has an area exceeding three square feet, it shall be constructed of wire glass, securely held in place.

(Code 1974, § 25-180; Code 1993, § 62-643)

Any movable part of a street clock, such as the cover or service opening, shall be securely fastened by metal hinges.

(Code 1974, § 25-181; Code 1993, § 62-644)

No person shall be permitted to erect more than one street clock for any place of business at any one location.

(Code 1974, § 25-182; Code 1993, § 62-645)

Any person erecting a street clock on any public sidewalk shall obtain the special written permission of the city council, in addition to all other permits required by this article.

(Code 1974, § 25-183; Code 1993, § 62-646)

Every street clock erected on a sidewalk shall be supported upon a post of ornamental design, the total height of which shall not be less than 15 feet, and which shall be at least 20 feet from the point of intersection of the lines of any street, measured parallel with the street.

(Code 1974, § 25-184; Code 1993, § 62-647)

Street clocks supported on the corner of any building or structure at the intersection of two streets shall not be less than 15 feet or more than 20 feet above the sidewalk and shall not project from the face or wall of the building or structure in any direction more than five feet.

(Code 1974, § 25-185; Code 1993, § 62-648)

All street clocks erected on the exterior of any building or structure shall comply with the requirements set forth in section 62-764 regulating wall signs, or section 62-818 regulating projecting signs, whichever applies.

(Code 1974, § 25-186; Code 1993, § 62-649)

Only the name of the owner, proprietor or manager of the place of business erecting and maintaining a street clock shall be permitted as advertising matter on such clock.

(Code 1974, § 25-187; Code 1993, § 62-650)

Street clocks shall keep accurate time, and if this condition is not complied with, the clock shall be promptly repaired or removed.

(Code 1974, § 25-188; Code 1993, § 62-651)