The City Council finds and declares:

   A.   An excess of large, unregulated signage causes visual blight on the appearance of Murray City, and may obstruct views which can distract the attention of motorists and pedestrians, may negatively impact local property values, may displace alternative land uses, and may pose other problems that legitimately call for regulation.

   B.   It is the intent of this Sign Code to preserve and enhance the aesthetic, traffic safety, and environmental values of Murray City while at the same time providing for ample and adequate means of communication to the public, including, but not limited to, providing a wide latitude for a variety and design of signs to promote local businesses within the City.

   C.   The purpose of this Sign Code is to protect and promote the health, safety, and general welfare of Murray City residents and businesses by reviewing the design, materials, size, construction, installation, location and maintenance of signs and sign structures in a content neutral manner that does not favor any type of speech over another in order to achieve the following goals and objectives:

      1.   Reduce potential hazards to motorists and pedestrians;

      2.   Encourage signs which are integrated and harmonious to the building and sites they occupy;

      3.   To reduce or eliminate excessive and confusing sign displays;

      4.   To preserve and improve the appearance of the City as a place in which to live, work, and play and attract non-residents who come to visit or trade;

      5.   To safeguard and enhance property values;

      6.   To foster a community character that has a minimum of visual clutter. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   It is the City's policy to regulate signs in a manner that is consistent with free speech protections and provisions of the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the State of Utah by enacting regulations which do not restrict speech on the basis of its content, viewpoint or message; and do not favor one form of speech over another.

   B.   A non-commercial message of any type may be substituted for any duly permitted or allowed commercial message or any duly permitted or allowed non-commercial message, provided that the sign structure or mounting device is legal without consideration of message content. Such substitutions of message may be made without any additional approval or permitting. This provision prevails over any more specific provision to the contrary within this Sign Code. The purpose of this provision is to prevent inadvertently favoring commercial speech over non-commercial speech. This provision does not create a right to increase the total amount of signage on a parcel, lot, building, or structure, nor does it affect the requirement that a sign structure or mounting device be properly permitted or otherwise excuse compliance with other applicable regulations contained within this Sign Code with respect to the physical characteristics and locations of signs.

   C.   If any part, section, subsection, paragraph, sub-paragraph, sentence, phase, clause, term or word of this Sign Code and/or any of the provisions are declared invalid or unconstitutional by the final judgement or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, the declaration of such unconstitutionality shall not affect any other portion of this Code or the provisions contained herein. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   The purpose of figures in this chapter is to illustrate or make these regulations more understandable but are not a substantive part of these regulations.

   B.   The regulations of this chapter may be referred to as the MURRAY CITY SIGN ORDINANCE. (Ord. 19-14)

The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall be construed as defined in this section:

A-FRAME SIGN: Any sign, structure, or configuration composed of one or two (2) sign faces mounted or attached back-to-back in such a manner as to form a basically triangular vertical cross- section.

ABANDONED SIGN: A sign which no longer correctly directs or influences any person, advertises a current business, lessor, owner, product or activity conducted or available on the premises where such sign is displayed.

ADVERTISING SIGN: A sign which directs attention to a use, product, commodity or service either related or not related to the premises on which the sign is located.

ANIMATED SIGN: A sign which involves motion or rotation of any part by mechanical or other means.

AREA OF A SIGN: The entire area within a single continuous perimeter composed of squares or rectangles which enclose the extreme limits of the advertising message, announcement, declaration, demonstration, display illustration, insignia, surface or space of a similar nature, together with any frame or other material, color, or condition which forms an integral part of the display and is used to differentiate such sign from the wall or background against which it is placed, excluding the necessary supports or uprights on which such sign is placed. If a sign has two (2) or more faces, the area of all faces shall be included in determining the area of the sign, except that only one face of a double faced sign shall be considered in determining the sign area, provided both faces are parallel and the distance between faces does not exceed two feet (2'). Further, where a sign consists only of individual letters, numbers, symbols or other similar components and is painted on or attached flat against the wall of a building, and where such individual components are without integrated background definition and are not within a circumscribed frame area, the total area of the sign shall be the sum of the areas of the squares or rectangles surrounding each individual sign component.

ATTACHED SIGN: Any sign which is fastened, attached, connected or supported in whole or in part by a building or structure other than a sign structure wholly by the ground.

AWNING SIGN: A sign which includes lettering or graphics placed on the vertical valance of an awning and supported by a rigid framework attached to a building.

BANNER SIGN: A sign made of fabric, plastic or a similar lightweight material and hung from a building or framework attached to a building or placed in the ground.

BENCH SIGN: A sign which is affixed or painted to a bench and is placed outside of the main structure on the property. Benches owned and maintained by a public transit authority are exempt from these regulations.

BILLBOARD SIGN: A detached or attached sign designed or intended to direct attention to a business, product, service, event or attraction that is not sold, offered, or existing on the property where the sign is located.

BLADE BANNER SIGN: A vertical banner supported by a durable pole.

BLADE SIGN: A building mounted sign with sign faces projecting from and perpendicular to the building fascia.

BUSINESS SIGN: A sign which directs attention to a use conducted, product or commodity sold, or service performed upon the premises.

CANOPY SIGN: A sign attached to a canopy.

CHANGEABLE COPY SIGN: A sign or portion of a sign with characters, letters, graphics, or other copy that can be changed or modified by mechanical, electrical, or manual means, not including digital, electronic messaging or electronic message signs.

COMMUNITY SIGN: A temporary on or off-premises sign generally made of a woven material or durable synthetic material which is primarily attached to or hung in a vertical fashion from light poles or buildings, of a solely decorative, festive, and/or informative nature announcing activities, promotions, events, seasonal or traditional themes which are sponsored or supported by Murray City.

DETACHED SIGN: Any sign not supported in whole or in part by a building, or structure other than by a sign structure which is supported wholly by the ground.

DIRECTIONAL SIGN: A permanent sign located on private property at or near the public right-of-way, directing or guiding vehicular traffic onto the property and/or toward parking or other identified locations on the property.

DIRECTLY ILLUMINATED SIGN: Any sign designed to provide artificial light directly or through transparent material from a source of light within or on such sign, including, but not limited to, neon and incandescent lamp signs.

DOUBLE-FACED SIGN: A sign with two (2) parallel identical faces, or two (2) identical sign faces that are not parallel but diverge from a common edge at an angle no greater than fifteen degrees (15°).

ELECTRIC AWNING SIGN: A fireproof space frame structure with translucent flexible reinforced vinyl covering designed in awning form, but whose principal purpose and use is as a sign. These signs are internally illuminated by fluorescent or other light sources in fixtures approved under the Electrical Code.

ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER SIGN: A sign that utilizes computer- generated messages or some other electronic means of changing copy. These signs include displays using incandescent lamps, LEDs, LCDs or a flipper matrix.

FLAG SIGN, COMMERCIAL: A sign which is made of cloth or similar lightweight material that expresses messages which are primarily commercial in nature.

FLAG SIGN, NON-COMMERCIAL: A sign which is made of cloth or similar lightweight material that expresses messages which are not primarily commercial. Such flags may include flags of governmental entities, flags identifying the person, institution, organization or corporation occupying a property.

FLASHING SIGN: An illuminated sign which exhibits changing light or color effect by blinking or any similar means to provide a non-constant illumination. Any display must remain lighted for a minimum of two (2) seconds.

FLAT SIGN: A sign erected or attached parallel to the outside of a wall of a building with messages or graphics on the face side only.

FLOODLIGHTED SIGN: A sign made legible in the absence of daylight by devices which reflect or project light upon it.

FREEWAY: A highway, in respect to which the owners of abutting lands have no right or easement of access to or from their abutting lands, or in respect to which such owners have only limited or restricted right or easement of access, the precise route for which has been determined and designed as a freeway by an authorized agency of the state or a political subdivision thereof. This term includes the main traveled portion of the trafficway, all land situated within the right of way, and all ramps and appurtenant land and structures.

GRAFFITI: Any form of unauthorized printing, writing, spraying, scratching, affixing, etching, or inscribing on the property of another regardless of the content or nature of the material used in the commission of the act.

GROUND SIGN: A sign that has its own supporting structure and is not attached to or supported by a building. Types of ground signs include pedestal, pylon, monument, and shared monument signs.

GROUP IDENTIFICATION SIGN: A sign allowing for two (2) or more properties or uses that may share common frontage, access points, off-street parking, or loading areas.

HANGING SIGN: A building mounted sign suspended from the underside of a roof, overhang or recessed area or other similar architectural features of a building.

HEIGHT OF SIGN: The vertical distance measured from the adjacent street grade or upper surface of the nearest curb of a street other than an elevated roadway, whichever permits the greatest height, to the highest point of the sign.

HOME OCCUPATION SIGN: A sign associated with a valid home business existing on the premises.

ILLEGAL OFF PREMISES ADVERTISING SIGN: An off premises advertising sign that does not conform or comply with the requirements, including, without limitation, height restrictions, of the version of this Sign Code in effect when the sign was originally erected.

INDIRECTLY ILLUMINATED SIGN: A sign the illumination of which is derived entirely from an external artificial source which is arranged so that no direct rays of light are projected from such artificial source into residences or streets.

INFLATED SIGNS: A sign that is supported by heated or forced air or lighter than air gases.

INTERSTATE: For the purposes of sections 17.48.260, 17.48.270 and 17.48.280, interstate means Interstate 15 (I-15) or Interstate 215 (I-215).

INTERSTATE ORIENTED SIGN: For the purposes of sections 17.48.260, 17.48.270 and 17.48.280, means any sign within 660 feet of an interstate right-of-way, and oriented toward the interstate or otherwise designed to be viewed from the freeway.

LEGAL NONCONFORMING OFF PREMISES SIGN: An off premises advertising sign that conformed and complied with the requirements of the version of this Sign Code in effect when the sign was originally erected but no longer conforms or complies with an amended version of this Sign Code.

MARQUEE SIGN: A sign designed to have changeable copy, either manually or electronically. Marquee signs may be a principal identification sign, freestanding sign, a wall sign, or attached to a canopy.

MENU BOARD SIGN: A sign located at a drive-in or drive-up window restaurant.

MONUMENT SIGN: A freestanding on site sign that is attached to the ground or a foundation in the ground and does not include poles, braces, or other visible means of support.

MONUMENT SIGN, SHARED: A freestanding on site sign for two (2) or more uses that is attached to the ground or a foundation in the ground and does not include poles, braces, or other visible means of support.

MOVING SIGN: Any sign or device which has any visible moving part, visible revolving part, or visible mechanical movement of any description, or other apparent visible movement achieved by electrical, electronic or kinetic means, including intermittent electrical pulsations, or by actions of wind currents.

NAMEPLATE SIGN: A sign which designates the name and address of a person or persons occupying the premises upon which it is located. A nameplate is not an identification sign.

NEIGHBORHOOD IDENTIFICATION SIGN: A permanent sign located at the entrance of a neighborhood, tract, or subdivision.

NONCONFORMING SIGN: A sign legally existing at the time of the effective date hereof which does not currently conform to the provisions of this chapter.

NONILLUMINATED SIGN: A sign not illuminated either directly or indirectly.

NON-INTERSTATE STREET OR HIGHWAY: A state, county or municipal road within the City, excluding I-15 or I-215.

NON-INTERSTATE ORIENTED SIGN: Any sign located on a parcel of land adjacent to a street or highway that is not an interstate, and oriented toward the street or highway or otherwise designed to be viewed from the non-interstate street or highway.

OFF-PREMISES ADVERTISING SIGN: A commercial sign that directs attention of the public to a business activity conducted or product sold or offered at a location not on the same premises where the commercial sign is located. For purposes of this section, easements and other appurtenances and noncontiguous parcels under the same ownership are considered off the premises of the parcel of land on which the business or activity is located or conducted. The definition of off premises advertising sign includes, without limitation, billboards, poster panels, marquees, painted bulletins and other similar advertising displays. Signs that are no more than twelve (12) square feet in area and no more than five feet (5') above uniform ground surface grade and which provide only directions to a business or establishment are excluded from the definition of off premises advertising sign. The definition of off premises advertising sign does not include mass transit bus stop bench and shelter and light and commuter rail station advertising displays.

OFF-PREMISES SIGN: An advertising sign which directs attention to a use, product, commodity, or service not related to the premises on which it is erected.

ON-PREMISES SIGN: An advertising sign which directs attention to a use, product, commodity, or service which is sold, offered or conducted on the premises upon which the sign is located.

PAINTED WINDOW SIGN: A sign painted on windows or doors with markers, paints, or any other type of substance used to display messages.

PARK OR TRAIL SIGN: A sign at a park, trail, or other open space.

PEDESTAL SIGN: A freestanding one- or two-sided ground sign that includes two (2) or more vertical structural supports extending from the sign face to the ground.

PLANNED CENTER: An area of minimum contiguous size, as specified by ordinance, to be planned, developed, operated, and maintained containing one or more structures to accommodate commercial, manufacturing, or business park areas and other uses incidental to the primary uses. Planned centers are designed as an integrated complex or leasable or individually owned spaces in a single building, group of buildings, or parcels.

PLANNED CENTER ON-PREMISES PYLON SIGN: A pylon sign which advertises or directs attention to a use, establishment, product, or service that is located in a planned center.

POLE SIGN: A freestanding sign supported by a single pole mounted permanently in the ground.

PORTABLE SIGN: Any sign not permanently affixed to the ground or a structure on the premises it is intended to occupy.

PROJECTING SIGN: A building mounted sign with the sign faces projecting from and perpendicular to the building fascia.

PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT: Residential property being developed for the sale or lease of multiple lots or structures within a subdivision, and may have one temporary sign as outlined in this chapter.

PROPERTY SIGN: A sign related to the property upon which it is located.

PUBLIC NECESSITY SIGN: A sign informing the public of any danger or hazard existing on or adjacent to the premises.

PYLON SIGN: A freestanding ground sign that includes only one vertical structural support connecting the face of the sign to the ground.

RESIDENTIAL ENTRY FEATURE SIGN: A permanent sign located at a primary residential development entrance intended to facilitate public safety and community identity.

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE: Residential property, including individual lots or parcels, actively listed for sale or lease.

RESIDENTIAL SIGN: A temporary, non-commercial sign posted on residential property by the property owner. Residential signs included in other sign categories as defined in this chapter shall be governed by the provisions pertaining to those sign categories.

ROOF SIGN: A sign erected upon a roof or parapet of a building or structure.

ROTATING SIGN: Any sign or portion thereof which physically revolves about an axis.

SIGNAGE PLAN: A signage plan consists of one or more scaled drawings showing the location, type, size and design of all existing and proposed signs on site.

SNIPE SIGN: A sign for which a permit is required and has not been obtained and which is tacked, nailed, posted, pasted, glued or otherwise attached to the ground, trees, poles, stakes, fences, or other objects with the message appearing thereon.

SPECIAL EVENTS: A specific time period during which there are "special events", including but not limited to community events, presentations, sales, and so forth.

TEMPORARY SIGNS: Any sign, banner, pennant, valance or advertising display constructed of cloth, canvas, light fabric, cardboard, wallboard or other light materials with or without frame installed for a limited period of time.

TENANT LISTING SIGN: A wall sign on a building containing multiple tenants or uses, located near the entrance and designed in such a manner as to accommodate multiple sign plates.

TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGN: Standard regulatory signs installed by public agencies, including stop and yield signs, speed limit signs, etc.

TRAILER SIGN: Any sign affixed to, applied, set upon, or printed on a trailer.

TRESPASSING SIGN: Any sign which warns against the trespassing onto a parcel of property or structure.

VEHICLE SIGN: Any sign that is mounted upon, painted upon, or otherwise erected on trucks, cars, boats, trailers, or other motorized vehicles or equipment.

WALL SIGN: A sign erected or attached parallel to the outside of a wall of a building with messages or graphics on the face side only.

WAYFINDING SIGN: A directional sign that guides the traveling public to key civic, visitor, or recreational destinations within a specific region.

WIND SIGN: Any sign or portion thereof or series of signs, banners, flags or other objects designed and fastened in such a manner as to move freely upon being subjected to pressure by wind or breeze.

WINDOW SIGN: A sign that is attached to, or suspended directly behind or in front of a window.

Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, it is unlawful for any person to erect, alter, or relocate a sign within the City without first obtaining a permit as required by this chapter. (Ord. 19-14)

No person may erect, construct or maintain any sign upon any property or building without the consent of the owner, or the owner's authorized representative. (Ord. 19-14)

Application for a permit shall be made to the Community and Economic Development Director or designee upon a form provided by the City and shall be accompanied by such information as may be required to assure compliance with all appropriate laws and regulations of the City, including a site plan drawn to scale, indicating the sign legend or advertising message, location, setbacks, dimensions, elevations, construction, electrical wiring and components, method of attachment, and character of structural members, including footings, to which attachment is to be made where applicable. The application shall be in accordance with the currently adopted edition of the International Building Code. The City may also require that a licensed engineer furnish information concerning structural design and proposed attachments. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   Interpretation: The sign regulations contained in this chapter are declared to be the maximum allowed for the purposes set forth. Any sign not expressly allowed by this chapter is prohibited.

   B.   Authorities: The Community and Economic Development Director or designee shall be vested with the duty of enforcing this chapter and in performance of such duty shall be empowered and directed to:

      1.   Issue Permits: Unless stipulated otherwise, a sign permit is required to erect, install, paint, or change the face of any sign, whether it be temporary or permanent in nature. This includes new signs, signs to be added to existing buildings or uses, and existing signs that are to be enlarged, changed, or modified. If no action is taken, the expiration date for such permits shall be one hundred eighty (180) days in conjunction with building permits.

      2.   Determine Conformance: The building official or designee may make any necessary inspection(s) of any sign for which a permit has been issued and for which an inspection has been deemed necessary. Such inspection shall be performed to ascertain that all signs, construction, and all reconstruction or modifications of existing signs are built or constructed in conformance with this chapter and as represented at the application for a permit.

      3.   Issue Notices Of Violations And Citations: The Community and Economic Development Director or designee shall issue a written notice of violation to the person having charge, control, or benefit of any sign found to be hazardous, abandoned, non- maintained, or in violation of this Sign Code. Such official may also take criminal or civil action against violators. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   Removal Of Nonconforming Signs: In order to minimize confusion and unfair competitive disadvantage to those businesses that are required to satisfy the current Sign Code requirements, the City intends to regulate existing nonconforming signs with a view to their eventual elimination.

   B.   Maintenance: Excluding normal maintenance, repair, or removal, a nonconforming sign shall not be moved, altered (including face and structural changes), or enlarged unless it is brought into complete compliance with the current Sign Code. The following alterations are exempt from this provision:

      1.   Content changes to a previously approved sign. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   The following signs and any sign not authorized under the terms of the current Sign Code are prohibited in the City, except as expressly permitted elsewhere in this chapter:

      1.   Abandoned signs.

      2.   Banner signs.

      3.   Bench signs other than affixed or painted to a bench structure.

      4.   Graffiti, as defined in this Sign Code.

      5.   Neon signs in Residential Zones.

      6.   Off-premises signs including billboards.

      7.   Roof signs.

      8.   Sexually oriented signs.

      9.   Snipe signs.

      10.   Pole signs.

      11.   Vehicle signs parked outside of designated parking stalls or occupying required parking for more than fifty percent (50%) of the operating hours.

      12.   Trailer signs not affixed to a vehicle, parked outside of designated parking stalls, or occupying required parking for more than fifty percent (50%) of the operating hours. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   Sign Design:

      1.   Landscaping: The base of all permanent ground signs, including without limitation monument, pedestal and pylon signs, shall be landscaped and maintained at all times. The landscaped area in which any sign is placed shall be kept free from weeds, garbage, and debris. Removal of required landscaping to facilitate sign placement must be in compliance with commercial landscape standards within this Code.

   B.   Standards Of Construction:

      1.   Sign Construction: All signs shall comply with the most recently adopted provisions of the National Electric Code, International Building Code, and/or applicable codes as adopted by the City.

      2.   Licensed Contractor Required: No sign requiring a permit shall be erected, installed, or modified in the City except by a licensed and bonded sign contractor. Electrical wiring or connections for such sign, fixture, or device must be installed or connected by a licensed and bonded electrical contractor.

      3.   Engineering Required: All building permit applications for signs shall be engineered to demonstrate compliance with the applicable Electrical or Building Code and, where required by the building official, shall be accompanied by an original drawing stamped by a licensed engineer attesting to the adequacy of the proposed construction of the sign and its supports.

      4.   Power Source: Permanent power sources for signs must be concealed underground away from public view or within the structure of the sign or building to which the sign is attached. All electrical connections must comply with all provisions of the National Electric Code.

      5.   Foundations: All ground signs must be mounted on foundations and footings which conform to the applicable Building Code.

   C.   Sign Placement:

      1.   General Location: No part of any sign shall interfere with the use of any fire escape, exit, required stairway, door ventilator, or window.

      2.   Clear Sight Triangle: No sign shall be placed within the clear sight triangle as defined within the City Code (see figure 1 of this subsection C2).

   FIGURE 1

      3.   Traffic Safety: No sign shall be designed or placed in any manner that may be confused with any official traffic sign or signal. No sign or other advertising structure shall be designed, constructed, or installed that by reason of its size, location, shape, coloring, or manner of illumination may be confused as a traffic control device. All traffic signs shall comply with the Manual On Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

      4.   Public Rights-Of-Way: No sign shall be located on publicly owned land or inside street rights-of-way except signs owned and erected by permission of an authorized public agency or specifically authorized herein.

      5.   Vertical Setback: In addition to the height restrictions contained herein, no sign shall be erected or maintained which has less horizontal or vertical clearance from communication lines and energized electrical power lines than that prescribed by the laws of the State of Utah, its agencies, or appropriate utility company.

      6.   Side Setbacks: All permanent and temporary ground signs shall be located at least their height in distance from side property in order to prevent damage to adjacent land in case a sign is toppled by accident or an act of nature.

      7.   Front Setbacks: All permanent and temporary ground signs shall be set back at least two feet (2') from all driveways and the back of sidewalk or public right-of-way, whichever is greater.

      8.   Additional Setbacks: All permanent and temporary ground signs must be located at least two feet (2') from a required parking stall or parking area.

   D.   Sign Illumination:

      1.   All sign lighting shall comply with the limitations set within this Sign Code.

      2.   Signs shall be carefully oriented so that light emitted from a sign or group of signs is not a traffic hazard, obtrusive, or a nuisance to adjacent properties, particularly residential.

      3.   Signs with exterior illumination must have luminary devices shielded and screened from public view and directed to avoid light spill from the affected sign(s).

      4.   Persons installing or manufacturing an electronic message center (EMC) sign which has an LED, LCD, or flipper matrix must demonstrate that the brightness of such sign will not exceed 0.3 foot-candles over ambient lighting conditions along the property line as measured six feet (6') above curb grade. Such signs must also be equipped with a dimmer switch to change the intensity of light emitted from the sign to meet the 0.3 foot-candle brightness if needed after installation.

   E.   Sign And Building Maintenance:

      1.   All signs shall be maintained in good condition.

      2.   Maintenance shall also include the replacement of defective parts, cleaning, painting, oiling, changing of light bulbs, or other acts required for the maintenance of said sign.

      3.   When a building sign is removed, the face of the building beneath the sign shall be restored to its original pre-sign condition.

      4.   Signs meeting the definition of abandoned sign within this Sign Code shall be removed.

   F.   Measurement Of Regulated Sign Area:

      1.   Single Plane/Panel Signs: The regulated area shall be according to the following standards:

         a.   Sign copy mounted as individual letters and/or graphics against a wall, window, fascia of a building or other structure that has been painted, textured, or otherwise altered to provide a distinctive background for the sign copy, the area shall be defined as the area enclosed by the smallest 8-sided polygon that will enclose all sign area (see figure 2 of this subsection F1a).

   FIGURE 2

         b.   Sign copy mounted or painted on a background panel or area distinctly textured or constructed as a background for the sign copy shall be measured as that area contained within the outside dimensions of the background panel or surface.

         c.   Sign copy as an illuminated architectural element of a building shall be calculated as that portion of the illuminated surface or illuminated element which contains sign copy.

         d.   The regulated area of a monument sign shall include all parts of the sign or structure that contain identification (words or symbols) and information (see figure 3 of this subsection F1d).

   FIGURE 3

         e.   The regulated area of a pedestal sign shall include all parts of the sign or structure that contain identification (words or symbols) and information (see figure 4 of this subsection F1e).

   FIGURE 4

         f.   The regulated area of a pylon sign shall include all parts of the sign or structure that contain identification (words or symbols) and information (see figure 5 of this subsection F1f).

   FIGURE 5

      2.   Multiple Face Signs (Including But Not Limited To Monument, Pedestal Or Pylon Signs):

         a.   Double Panel: If the interior angle between two (2) faces is forty five degrees (45°) or less, the sign area to be measured is a single face. If the angle is greater than forty five degrees (45°), the sign area to be measured will be the area sum of the areas of the two (2) faces (see figure 6 of this subsection F2a).

   FIGURE 6

         b.   Three Or More Faces: The sign area shall be the sum of the areas of the three (3) or more faces. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   The following shall apply for all temporary signage:

      1.   Signs may only be located on private property and must have the property owner's permission.

      2.   Signs may not be placed on public property, or in a public right-of-way.

      3.   Signs shall not be erected in a manner as to constitute a roof sign.

      4.   Signs may not flash, blink, be illuminated, spin, rotate, block traffic visibility, constitute a vehicular or pedestrian traffic hazard, or cause a public nuisance of any kind.

      5.   Signs must be secured to a building or the ground.

      6.   Signs may be attached to existing permanent signs only for the grand opening period.

      7.   Signs may cover or obscure an existing permanent sign only if the business has changed ownership or changed names.

      8.   No off-premise temporary signs are allowed.

      9.   Temporary signs are allowed for up to one hundred eighty (180) days.

      10.   All temporary signage must be subordinate to and be positioned in such a way so that any permanent ground mounted signage on the same property remains visible.

      11.   All signs and sign supports, including decorative covers, must be maintained in a graffiti-free and clean condition. Allowed banners and flags must be repaired or replaced when the surface area is frayed, torn, defaced or damaged.

      12.   Any sign not expressly allowed by this Sign Code is prohibited. (Ord. 21-24: Ord. 19-14)

   A.   General Provisions For Signs Not Requiring A Permit: The following signs may be placed without a permit:

      1.   Signs that are placed entirely within a structure or building and cannot be viewed from outside the building.

      2.   Building identification. Numbers which are used to denote the address of a building shall not be counted against the allowable square footage for the same building.

      3.   Home occupations. A legally licensed business in a residence may have a single sign meeting the requirements within this Sign Code.

      4.   Institutional uses. Churches, public schools, public utility companies, libraries, governmental buildings, parks, public golf courses, etc., are allowed a single monument sign per street frontage. The height and sign face limits shall meet the standards within the Sign Code.

      5.   Flags. Properties or uses in Residential Zones are permitted a maximum of one flagpole for any single property. A maximum of three (3) flag poles are permitted for any single use or property in all other zones. Flags shall be attached to a house, building, foundation, or pole and shall not cross property lines.

      6.   Memorial signs. These include signs or tablets cut into a masonry surface or inlaid so as to be part of the building and shall otherwise meet the standards in the Sign Code.

      7.   Neighborhood identification signs. In any zone district, a sign, masonry wall, landscaping, and other similar materials or features may be combined to form a display for a neighborhood or planned unit development provided that such signs comply with the monument sign standards herein.

      8.   Temporary residential signs in compliance with the residential sign standards herein.

      9.   Temporary commercial signs in compliance with the commercial sign standards herein.

      10.   Plaques. Plaques and name plates not exceeding two (2) square feet, may be fastened directly to the building.

      11.   Wayfinding signs. As set forth within the Murray City Construction Standards.

      12.   Traffic control signs that are approved by the City Engineer or highway authority and comply with the Manual On Uniform Traffic Control Devices and applicable laws, are permitted. Such traffic control signs shall not be required to comply with general sign standards listed with this Sign Code.

      13.   Vehicle signs in Non-Residential Zones on vehicles parked within a designated parking space, and outside of any sight visibility triangle for public safety reasons.

      14.   One A-frame sign per licensed use in a Non-Residential Zone during regular operating hours, subject to the following limitations:

         a.   The sign shall not exceed four feet (4') in height and eight (8) square feet in size (see figure 7 of this subsection A14a).

   FIGURE 7

         b.   The sign shall be placed behind the sidewalk or designated walkway adjacent to the licensed use.

         c.   The sign shall not obstruct or project into the sidewalk.

         d.   The sign shall be weighted to prevent movement by the wind.

      15.   Temporary seasonal decorations. Temporary decorations or signs of a seasonally decorative nature are permitted. Such decorations or signs may be of any type, number, area or illumination and must be placed to avoid confusion with authorized traffic lights and signals and shall conform to traffic safety standards. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   Awning And Canopy Signs: Signs on awnings and canopies must meet the following standards:

      1.   Materials: Awning and canopy coverings shall be made of Sunbrella or other similar material. Materials with a glossy finish are not allowed.

      2.   Signs On Awnings: Signs shall be limited to street level businesses only (see subsection A3, figure 8 of this section). Signage on an awning shall be limited to forty percent (40%) of the awning. Translucent letters or accents sewn into awnings are permitted.

      3.   Canopies: No sign shall be constructed or placed on top of the roof of any canopy. Translucent letters or accents sewn into opaque canvas or acrylic coverings are permitted up to forty percent (40%) of a canopy face (see figure 8 of this subsection A3).

   FIGURE 8

      4.   Illumination Of Awnings Or Canopies: Illumination of awnings and canopies with signage shall be external. Backlit awnings may be used in conjunction with other site lighting for lighting walkways, entrances, and other pedestrian safety improvements.

      5.   Signs On Awnings Or Canopies In Combination With Wall Signs: Combinations of signs on awnings or canopies with wall signs are permitted. If a combination of awning/canopy and wall signage will be used, the signage on the awning/canopy shall be limited to twenty five percent (25%).

   B.   Directional Or Instructional Signs: These signs must meet the following standards:

      1.   On-Premises: Signs must be located entirely on-premises.

      2.   Height: Signs shall not exceed four feet (4') in height (see figure 9 of this subsection B2).

   FIGURE 9

      3.   Size: Signs shall not exceed eight (8) square feet in area.

      4.   Number: The number of signs shall be determined during site plan review. In general, the signs allowed should be the minimum required for safe circulation of traffic within a development.

   C.   Marquee Signs: These signs must meet the following standards:

      1.   Signs may not extend more than eight feet (8') from the building face and maintain a minimum eight foot (8') clearance above grade (see figure 10 of this subsection C1).

   FIGURE 10

      2.   The color, style, size, scale, and proportion of the sign should enhance the exterior of the building.

      3.   The sign face area shall be determined within a specific zoning district.

      4.   Combinations of marquee signs and wall signs are permitted; however, signage requirements within a specific zoning district will apply.

   D.   Menu Boards: Menu boards for drive-in and drive-up window restaurants must meet the following standards:

      1.   Two (2) freestanding or wall mounted menu boards are allowed per business and may be located not less than ten feet (10') from the street property line (see figure 11 of this subsection D1);

   FIGURE 11

      2.   Maximum area may not exceed thirty two (32) square feet per sign;

      3.   Maximum sign height may not exceed eight feet (8') for freestanding menu signs;

      4.   The changing of copy within these signs does not require a permit;

      5.   Signs may not impair traffic visibility.

   E.   Monument/Ground Signs:

      1.   Requirements: Monument/ground signs are allowed in all Office, Commercial and Manufacturing, and Business Park Zoning Districts provided that these signs comply with the following provisions:

         a.   Minimum sign setback from the front and side yard property line on a corner lot is five feet (5'). Minimum interior side yard setback is two feet (2') from property line;

         b.   The sign must be set back a minimum of fifteen feet (15') from any driveway or traffic access and the sign may not impair traffic visibility;

         c.   The sign must be incorporated into the site landscaping design;

         d.   The sign may not exceed six feet (6') in height from the top back of curb on the public street (see figure 12 of this subsection E1d). On corner lots, the sign may not exceed four feet (4') in height from curb grade or street grade if located within the twenty five foot (25') triangular clear vision area (see subsection 17.48.110C2, figure 1 of this chapter). Signs placed within bermed areas may have an additional inch of overall height for each vertical inch of berm directly under the sign. In such cases the entire frontage must have existing or equal berming treatment, and the sign shall not exceed an overall height of eight feet (8') (see figure 12 of this subsection E1d).

   FIGURE 12

         e.   Signs must be permanently mounted on foundations and footings which conform to the International Building Code.

         f.   The base of a monument sign shall be a minimum of one foot (1') in height and shall be constructed of materials and colors that match the building or use. The base shall run the entire horizontal length of the sign and shall contain no sign copy. The base shall be designed to blend in with any proposed berming or contouring of the property.

         g.   The sign area of a monument sign shall not exceed five feet (5') in vertical height.

         h.   The sign area of a monument sign shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet.

         i.   Planned commercial centers, pad buildings, and buildings not associated with a planned commercial center are allowed a monument sign on each associated street frontage. However, the signs must be separated by at least one hundred feet (100') as measured diagonally across the property from center to center of both signs and shall be no closer than one hundred feet (100') to any other sign (monument, pylon, pole) located on the same frontage (see figure 13 of this subsection E1i).

   FIGURE 13

      2.   Area: The total area of monument/ground signs may not exceed the area restrictions imposed for on-site signs.

      3.   Planned Commercial Centers:

         a.   Monument signs may have a logo/identification theme as part of the sign.

         b.   The area of the sign is determined by the length of the frontage of any freestanding buildings and contiguous parcels included within the planned commercial center.

            (1)   Pad Building Within A Planned Commercial Center: The freestanding building lot must be contiguous to a major arterial street and have at least one hundred feet (100') of street frontage to have a monument sign.

            (2)   Building Not Associated With A Planned Commercial Center: A building not associated with a planned commercial center is allowed one monument sign provided that the parcel has at least fifty feet (50') of street frontage and can locate the sign per the above standards.

   F.   Pylon Signs: The standards for the use of pylon signs are as follows:

      1.   Area Standards: A pylon sign may not exceed one and one-half (11/2) square feet of sign area for each linear foot of street frontage, with no sign exceeding a total sign area of one hundred fifty (150) square feet per side (a maximum of 2 sides are allowed). Each sign must be part of an approved sign theme (see figure 14 of this subsection F1). Reader boards, changeable copy areas, and electronic message centers are not allowed.

   FIGURE 14

      2.   Height Standards: The maximum height of a pylon sign is twenty five feet (25') above pavement grade or ground level.

      3.   Location Standards: A pylon sign must be located within the required setback area from property line, with a minimum sign setback from all property lines of two feet (2') from the outside edge of a sign. A pylon sign must be at least two hundred feet (200') away from a Residential Zoning District and separated by at least two hundred feet (200') from any other pylon sign. No pylon sign shall be allowed for any project or parcel that has less than one hundred feet (100') of linear public street frontage.

      4.   Support Standards: Pylon signs must have structural supports covered or concealed with pole covers (pylon covers). The cover must utilize materials and be architecturally compatible to the buildings or development to which it is associated.

   G.   Projecting Signs: A detached sign may not project over a public right-of-way. An attached sign may project over a public right-of-way a distance of not more than two feet (2'). No sign may project over a public right-of-way except those placed flat against a building.

      1.   A sign may be placed below and may be supported by an architectural projection of a building when the projection is designed to carry the additional weight of the sign.

      2.   Any sign attached to or located on an architectural projection may not be located less than eight feet (8') above a walkway, surfaced area, or ground level below the sign.

      3.   There must be a minimum horizontal distance of twenty feet (20') between signs suspended perpendicular to a building face (see figure 15 of this subsection G3).

   FIGURE 15

      4.   Signs suspended parallel to a building face may not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the first-floor elevation of the business.

   H.   Pedestal Signs: The standards for the use of pedestal signs are as follows:

      1.   Planned Center On Parcels Less Than Seven Acres: No pedestal signs are allowed, only monument signs or pole signs.

      2.   Planned Center On Parcels Of Seven Acres Or More: The Planning Commission may approve one pedestal sign per project. No pedestal sign shall be allowed for any project or parcel that has less than two hundred feet (200') of linear public street frontage.

      3.   Planned Centers On Parcels Of Twenty Acres Or More: The Planning Commission may approve two (2) pedestal signs per project. A pedestal sign must be separated by a minimum of five hundred feet (500') from any other pedestal sign. No pedestal sign shall be allowed for any project or parcel that has less than two hundred feet (200') of linear public street frontage.

      4.   Area Standards: A pedestal sign may not exceed one and one- half (11/2) square feet of sign area for each linear foot of street frontage, with no sign exceeding a total sign area of three hundred (300) square feet per side (a maximum of 2 sides are allowed). Each sign must be part of an approved sign theme or integrated architecturally with the buildings. Reader boards, changeable copy areas, and electronic message centers shall not exceed seventy five percent (75%) of the total sign copy area of the sign (see figure 16 of this subsection H4).

   FIGURE 16

      5.   Height Standards: The maximum height of a pedestal sign is thirty five feet (35') above pavement grade or ground level. On properties adjacent to freeways, where the sign is freeway oriented, maximum sign height may be determined from freeway grade.

      6.   Sign Clearance: The minimum sign clearance from grade to the bottom of a pedestal sign is eight feet (8').

      7.   Vertical Structural Supports: The minimum distance between vertical structural supports is two feet (2').

      8.   Location Standards: A pedestal sign must be located within the required setback area from property line, with a minimum sign setback from all property lines of two feet (2') from the outside edge of a sign. A pedestal sign must be at least three hundred feet (300') away from a residential use.

      9.   Support Standards: Pedestal signs must have structural supports covered or concealed with pole covers (pedestal covers). The covers must utilize materials which are architecturally compatible to the buildings or development to which it is associated.

      10.   Sign Consolidation: An existing planned center that meets the requirements of the Sign Code will be required to remove existing detached signs if a pedestal sign is requested and approved by the Planning Commission.

      11.   Conditional Use: On-premises pedestal signs which include an electronic message center require conditional use approval by the Planning Commission within a planned center.

   I.   Wall Or Flat Signs: Signs placed flat against a building must be erected parallel thereto and the outside face of the sign may not extend more than two feet (2') from the wall of the buildings except as allowed for electric awning signs. Signs may project over a public right-of-way a distance not exceeding two feet (2') and may not be less than eight feet (8') above the sidewalk.

      1.   Wall Or Flat Signs:

         a.   Location Standards: Wall signs must meet the following location standards:

            (1)   They must be located on a wall under complete control by the tenant applying for the sign permit.

            (2)   They shall not cover architectural features or elements on the building.

            (3)   No part of the sign or the sign structure shall project above or below the highest or lowest part of the wall upon which the sign is mounted or painted (see figure 17 of this subsection I1a(3)).

   FIGURE 17

            (4)   Businesses which back directly onto residential areas may be allowed non-illuminated signs on the rear of the building.

         b.   Design Standards: Wall or flat signs must meet the following design standards:

            (1)   Signs should generally blend with the surrounding natural and manmade environment, (e.g., color, scale, size, style, proportion) to enhance the exterior of the building and not place too much bulk and external distractions on it.

            (2)   Signs with changeable copy, reader boards, or electronic message capability are not allowed.

            (3)   Signs shall not project more than two feet (2') from the wall to which they are attached.

         c.   Area Standards, Single Tenant Buildings: The area of signage allowed on a wall shall be based on the dimensions of the exterior wall under complete control by the tenant applying for a sign permit and under the following guidelines:

            (1)   Signage which utilizes shaped or layered cabinet signs or with three dimensional faces and/or individual letters may not occupy more than twenty percent (20%) of any wall or building elevation.

            (2)   Signage which utilizes flat, non-dimensional cabinet signs with 90-degree corners may not occupy more than ten percent (10%) of any wall or building elevation.

         d.   Area Standards, Multi-Tenant Buildings:

            (1)   Ground floor tenants which have direct access from grade into their tenant space may utilize the standards specified for single tenant buildings above.

            (2)   Tenants who access their space through a common entrance(s) or tenants above ground level are not allowed to have individualized wall signs on the exterior of the building. They must be located on a directory sign located next to or within the common entrance of the building. If located on an exterior wall, such directory signs may not exceed twelve (12) square feet.

            (3)   In addition to ground floor tenant signs allowed above, buildings with more than two (2) stories are required to have a building identification sign. All wall signs must comply with the Planning Commission approved signage plan for the building. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   General Provisions For Residential Signs: Within any Residential Zone the following signs are permitted as follows:

      1.   Residential Property For Sale: Any individual lots or parcels in a Residential Zone actively listed for sale may have one temporary sign not to exceed eight (8) square feet in area.

      2.   Residential Signs: One residential sign per residential property, not to exceed four (4) square feet in area.

      3.   Property Development: The City will require a permit for a temporary sign in connection with the development of property and where multiple lots or structures are listed or held for sale or lease in a subdivision, subject to the following:

         a.   Temporary permits may be issued for a period not to exceed one year. The Planning Division may renew such permit for an additional period of one year upon written application at least thirty (30) days prior to its expiration.

         b.   Unlighted temporary signs shall not exceed one hundred twenty eight (128) square feet in area (see figure 18 of this subsection A3b).

   FIGURE 18

         c.   Unlighted temporary signs shall not exceed ten feet (10') in height.

         d.   Signs must be located and set back from property lines sufficiently to eliminate any safety visibility obstructions as authorized by the City Engineer or Public Services Division. Signs may be located at each entrance in the subdivision under development.

      4.   Residential Entry Feature Signs: In order to facilitate public safety and community identity, residential developments are permitted to place signage at primary entrances.

         a.   Number: Each residential development is permitted one residential entry feature per primary entrance into the development and shall be located on a street frontage at least forty nine feet (49') in width (see figure 19 of this subsection A4a).

   FIGURE 19

         b.   Spacing: Residential entry signs shall be no closer than one hundred feet (100') to any other ground sign on the same frontage.

         c.   Sign Height: The sign portion of an entry feature for a residential development shall not exceed six feet (6') in height.

         d.   Structure Height: Residential entry feature structures shall not exceed eight feet (8') in height.

         e.   Sign Area: The sign area shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet (see subsection 17.48.110F1d, figure 3 of this chapter).

         f.   Building Permit: A building permit is required for a residential entry feature sign. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   General Provisions For Agricultural Signs: Parcels that are in agricultural use, are vacant, or are currently under active development, may choose to utilize the following temporary signage:

      1.   Parcels less than one acre in size are permitted a cumulative maximum of thirty two (32) square feet of total temporary signage per parcel, either in one or multiple signs, and a maximum height of eight feet (8') per sign.

      2.   Parcels ranging in size from one acre to ten (10) acres in size are permitted a cumulative maximum of sixty four (64) square feet of total temporary signage per parcel, either in one or multiple signs, and a maximum height of ten feet (10') per sign.

      3.   Parcels exceeding ten (10) acres in size are permitted up to a cumulative maximum of ninety six (96) square feet of total temporary signage per parcel, either in one or multiple signs, and a maximum height of twelve feet (12') per sign.

      4.   Temporary signage on agricultural parcels shall be removed after a period not to exceed twelve (12) months.

      5.   Temporary signage on parcels under active development shall be removed within thirty (30) days after issuance of the final certificate of occupancy for a residential development, or certificate of occupancy for non-residential construction. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   General Provisions For Open Space Signs: Public parks, trails, and open space areas within City limits are permitted to have the following signs:

      1.   Monument and park or trail signs adjacent to roadway frontage or parking areas intended to access parks, trails and open space (see figure 20 of this subsection A1).

   FIGURE 20

      2.   Monument signs shall not exceed thirty two (32) square feet in size.

      3.   Monument signs shall not exceed six feet (6') in height, or four feet (4') in height for a corner. Monument signs shall be a minimum of one hundred feet (100') from any other permanent ground sign on the same frontage. (Ord. 19-14)

In the Transit Oriented Development, City Center Form Based Code District and Mixed-Use Zones, on premises signs are permitted as follows:

   A.   Attached Signs:

      1.   Flat/wall mounted signs:

         a.   Sign area shall be calculated according to the standards of section 17.48.140 of this chapter.

         b.   Storefront signs shall be located on the first story facade and shall consist of external or internal illumination.

         c.   A maximum of one building identification sign is allowed per building face, and a maximum of one storefront sign is allowed per storefront.

         d.   Building identification signs may be internally illuminated if located above the top of the building.

      2.   Awning signs:

         a.   Sign area shall be calculated according to the standards of section 17.48.140 of this chapter. Signs are limited to street level businesses and may not exceed forty percent (40%) of the awning.

         b.   Shall consist of external illumination only.

         c.   Shall not extend more than six feet (6') from the face of the building, shall have a minimum clearance of eight feet (8'), and shall be set back a minimum of two feet (2') from the back of the curb.

      3.   Canopy signs:

         a.   Sign area shall be calculated according to the standards of section 17.48.140 of this chapter. Signage shall not occupy more than forty percent (40%) of the canopy face and shall not occupy any canopy roof.

         b.   Shall consist of external illumination only.

         c.   Shall be limited to the first story only, shall not project more than six feet (6') from the face of the building, shall have a minimum clearance of eight feet (8') and shall not be less than two feet (2') from back of curb.

      4.   Projecting or hanging signs:

         a.   Shall not exceed sixteen (16) square feet in total sign area and shall be measured as the square area that is occupied by the sign.

         b.   Shall not extend more than six feet (6') from building face, shall not have a spacing from wall to be less than six inches (6"), and no sign shall be within two feet (2') from back of curb.

         c.   Each sign shall be mounted at or below the top of the first floor of the building, at a height no less than eight feet (8') and no more than fifteen feet (15') as measured to the top of the sign.

         d.   No sign shall have a thickness greater than twelve inches (12") and signage shall be limited to the two (2) sides perpendicular to the street frontage.

         e.   Signs shall have a minimum separation of twenty feet (20') between other blade, hanging or projecting signs.

         f.   Hanging signs shall not project beyond the outside limit of the building facade.

         g.   If externally illuminated, the shielded light sources must be directed solely onto the sign without causing glare.

         h.   Businesses using this type of signage must have a public entrance directly onto a public street.

      5.   Window signs:

         a.   Shall be limited to the ground level only and to one sign per window.

         b.   Shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the total window area.

   B.   Detached Signs:

      1.   Pole Signs:

         a.   Shall only be allowed for developments which provide a plaza, outdoor dining area, or other similar area and shall be located adjacent to said area.

         b.   Shall have a minimum clearance of eight feet (8') and shall not exceed a maximum height of fifteen feet (15').

         c.   The maximum sign area shall be limited to twenty four (24) square feet.

         d.   If externally illuminated, the shielded light sources must be directed solely onto the sign without causing glare.

      2.   Street Light/Banner Signs:

         a.   Banners may be attached to banner arms on light standards between sixteen feet (16') and twenty three feet (23') in height within the CC-FBC Zone (see figure 21 of this subsection B2a).

         b.   A top banner arm is required with a bottom eyelet, or eyebolt for a banner to be attached to a light standard within the MCCD Zone.

         c.   The bottom of a banner must be at least eight feet (8') above a walkway, surfaced area, or ground level below within the MCCD Zone.

      3.   Monument/Ground Signs: Shall comply with regulations found in section 17.48.140 of this chapter.

      4.   Permanent Wayfinding, Directional Kiosk: One portable or A-frame sign per ground floor business, and other similar type signage shall be exempt from the standards for detached on premises signs.

   C.   Sign Removal: Sign removal from a building shall include restoration of the building face to the original condition and design.

   D.   Prohibited Signs:

      1.   Internally illuminated awnings.

      2.   Wall mounted electronic message center signs.

      3.   Electronic message signs or electronic awning signs.

      4.   Off premises signs.

      5.   Signage shall not be permitted on the exterior facades of buildings or lease space that is not occupied by the business being promoted by the signage.

      6.   All other prohibited sign types as listed in section 17.48.100 of this chapter. (Ord. 25-20 § 4: Ord. 19-14)

In the Residential Neighborhood Business (R-N-B) Zone, on premises signs are permitted as follows:

   A.   Detached: Only ground/monument signs are allowed and shall comply with regulations found in section 17.48.140 of this chapter.

      1.   A detached on premises sign is allowed for each developed parcel not exceeding one-half (1/2) square foot of sign area for each linear foot of street frontage and may not exceed fifty (50) square feet of total sign area.

      2.   Minimum sign setback is two feet (2') from property line.

      3.   The distance between detached signs on the same parcel may not be less than two hundred feet (200').

   B.   Attached: Attached signage may not exceed a total area of two (2) square feet of sign area for each linear foot of building frontage. (Ord. 19-14)

In Commercial and Manufacturing Zones, signs indicating the business, commodities, service, industry, or other activity sold, offered, or conducted on the premises are permitted as follows:

   A.   Detached On-Site Signs: Detached on site signs are to be erected as follows:

      1.   One detached on premises sign for each developed parcel not exceeding one and one-half (11/2) square feet of sign area for each linear foot of street frontage. No sign may exceed a total sign area of two hundred (200) square feet per side (see figure 22 of this subsection A1). A maximum of two (2) sides are allowed;

   FIGURE 22

      2.   If a developed parcel has in excess of two hundred (200) linear feet of street frontage, additional signs may be allowed, provided the distance between detached signs on each parcel may not be less than two hundred feet (200') as measured in a straight line;

      3.   The maximum sign height is thirty five feet (35') above pavement grade or ground level. On properties adjacent to freeways, where the sign is freeway oriented, maximum sign height may be determined from freeway grade;

      4.   Minimum sign clearance from grade to the bottom of the sign is eight feet (8');

      5.   Ground/monument signs shall comply with regulations found in section 17.48.140 of this chapter;

      6.   Minimum sign setback from all property lines is two feet (2').

      7.   Pole signs are only allowed in the Commercial and Manufacturing Zones for parcels or developments that are directly adjacent to or abutting either Interstate 15 or Interstate 215 and must be freeway oriented.

   B.   Attached Signs For Each Occupancy: On premises signs may not exceed a total of three (3) square feet of sign area for each linear foot of building frontage.

   C.   Planned Center Signs: The Planning Commission may allow common signs displaying advertising for all uses with a planned center on multiple parcels of property that may or may not have separate ownership. The Planning Commission will consider the following criteria as basis for approval of the signs:

      1.   Signs must be integrated into the development with a common theme or integrated architecturally with the buildings.

      2.   Location, number, and size of all signs must receive approval by the Planning Commission and meet the provisions within the Sign Code.

      3.   The applicant must submit elevations of all signs, and a site plan showing the location of the proposed signs.

      4.   Additional standards for pedestal signs are located within section 17.48.140 of this chapter.

   D.   Pylon Signs: Are permitted within the C-D Zone (not permitted within the M-G Zone) and shall comply with the regulations found in section 17.48.140 of this chapter. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   General Provisions For General Office Signs: In the General Office (G-O) Zone, on premises signs are permitted as follows:

      1.   A detached on premises sign for each developed parcel not exceeding one-half (1/2) square foot of sign area for each linear foot of street frontage and may not exceed fifty (50) square feet of total sign area.

      2.   A minimum clearance of eight feet (8') is required between the ground surface and the bottom of the sign.

      3.   Maximum sign height allowed is fifteen feet (15') from sidewalk grade to the top of the sign.

      4.   Minimum sign setback is two feet (2') from property line.

      5.   Ground/monument signs shall comply with regulations found in section 17.48.140 of this chapter.

      6.   Attached signage may not exceed a total area of two (2) square feet of sign area for each linear foot of building frontage.

      7.   The distance between detached signs on the same parcel may not be less than two hundred feet (200').

      8.   Off premises signs are not allowed in the General Office (G-O) Zone. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   General Provisions For Professional Office Signs: In the Professional Office (P-O) Zone, on premises signs are permitted as follows:

      1.   Primary Wall Signs:

         a.   Number: A single-story building or unit is permitted one primary wall sign. A multiple story building is permitted to have multiple primary wall signs; however, one wall sign is allowed per tenant space.

         b.   Size: Primary wall signs shall not exceed ten percent (10%) of the facade on which the sign is mounted, or forty eight (48) square feet, whichever is less.

         c.   Height: Each primary wall sign for single story buildings shall maintain a minimum height of eight feet (8') of clearance between the top of the nearest sidewalk or curb and the bottom of the sign; each primary wall sign for multiple story buildings shall be mounted no lower than the bottom of the top floor of the building.

      2.   Ancillary Wall Signs:

         a.   Number: Ancillary uses within a building are permitted one wall sign each.

         b.   Size: The area of the sign shall not exceed twenty four (24) square feet.

         c.   Location: The sign shall be mounted by the nearest entrance leading to the ancillary use.

         d.   Height: The sign shall be mounted at or below the top of the first floor of the building, at a height no less than eight feet (8') and no more than fifteen feet (15'), as measured to the top of the sign.

      3.   Ground/Monument Signs:

         a.   Number: In addition to directional signs,

            (1)   A single building or use: One monument sign shall be allowed for each frontage in excess of one hundred feet (100') a building or use has on a public street.

            (2)   Multiple buildings or uses: One shared monument sign shall be allowed for each frontage in excess of two hundred feet (200') a site has on a public street.

         b.   Sign Area: The sign area for a single building or use shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet (see subsection 17.48.110F1d, figure 3 of this chapter). The sign area for multiple buildings or uses shall not exceed one hundred (100) square feet (see figure 23 of this subsection A3b).

   FIGURE 23

         c.   Height: A monument sign for a single building or use shall not exceed six feet (6') or eight feet (8') in height (see subsection 17.48.140E1d, figure 12 of this chapter). A shared monument sign for multiple buildings or uses shall not exceed ten feet (10') in height (see subsection A3b, figure 23 of this section).

      4.   Planned Center Signs:

         a.   The Planning Commission may allow common signs displaying advertising for all uses within a planned center on multiple parcels of property that may or may not have separate ownership. The Planning Commission will consider the following criteria as a basis for approval of the signs.

            (1)   Signs must be integrated into the development with a common theme or integrated architecturally with the buildings.

            (2)   Location, number, and size of all signs must receive approval by the Planning Commission and meet the provisions of the Sign Code.

            (3)   The applicant must submit elevations of all signs, and a site plan showing the location of the proposed signs.

            (4)   Additional standards for pedestal signs are located within section 17.48.140 of this chapter.

      5.   Pylon Signs:

         a.   Pylon signs shall comply with regulations found in section 17.48.140 of this chapter.

      6.   Window And Door Signs:

         a.   Window and door signs shall not exceed twenty five percent (25%) of the window or door on which the sign is located. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   General Provisions For Business Park Signs: In the Business Park (B-P) Zone, on premises signs are permitted as follows:

      1.   Primary Wall Signs:

         a.   Number: Each building or unit is permitted one primary wall sign.

         b.   Size: The primary wall sign shall not exceed ten percent (10%) of the facade on which the sign is mounted, or thirty six (36) square feet, whichever is less.

         c.   Height: Each primary wall sign for single story buildings shall maintain a minimum of eight feet (8') of clearance between the top of the nearest sidewalk or curb and the bottom of the sign; each primary wall sign for multiple story buildings shall be mounted no lower than the bottom of the top floor of the building.

      2.   Ancillary Wall Signs:

         a.   Number: Ancillary uses within a building are permitted one wall sign each.

         b.   Size: The area of the sign shall not exceed eighteen (18) square feet.

         c.   Location: The sign shall be mounted by the nearest entrance leading to the ancillary use.

         d.   Height: The sign shall be mounted at or below the top of the first floor of the building, at a height no less than eight feet (8') and no more than fifteen feet (15'), as measured to the top of the sign.

      3.   Ground/Monument Signs:

         a.   Number: In addition to directional signs,

            (1)   A single building or use: One monument sign shall be allowed for each frontage in excess of one hundred feet (100') a building or use has on a public street.

            (2)   Multiple buildings or uses: One shared monument shall be allowed for each frontage in excess of two hundred feet (200') a site has on a public street.

         b.   Size: A monument sign for a single building or use shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet in size. A shared monument sign for multiple buildings or uses shall not exceed one hundred (100) square feet in size.

         c.   Height: A monument sign for a single building or use shall not exceed six feet (6') in height. A shared monument sign for multiple buildings or uses shall not exceed ten feet (10') in height.

      4.   Planned Center Signs:

         a.   The Planning Commission may allow common signs displaying advertising for all uses within a planned center on multiple parcels of property that may or may not have separate ownership. The Planning Commission will consider the following criteria as a basis for approval of the signs.

            (1)   Signs must be integrated into the development with a common theme or integrated architecturally with the buildings.

            (2)   Location, number, and size of all signs must receive approval by the Planning Commission and meet the provisions within the Sign Code.

            (3)   The applicant must submit elevations of all signs, and a site plan showing the location of the proposed signs.

            (4)   Additional standards for pedestal signs are located within section 17.48.140 of this chapter.

      5.   Pylon Signs:

         a.   Pylon signs shall comply with regulations found in section 17.48.140 of this chapter.

      6.   Window And Door Signs:

         a.   Window and door signs shall not exceed twenty five percent (25%) of the window or door on which the sign is located. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   General Provisions For Hospital Zone Signs: In the Hospital (H) Zone, on premises signs are permitted as follows:

      1.   Signs within this zoning district must comply with the standards in the Sign Code.

      2.   A Signage Plan is required if major changes are proposed for the TOSH medical campus.

      3.   Pylon signs shall comply with regulations found in section 17.48.140 of this chapter. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   General Provisions For Temporary Signs Allowed During Special Events: During special events, as defined in this chapter, an entity may display temporary signage without a permit as follows:

      1.   In Non-Residential Zones, an entity may use one banner sign or up to two (2) blade banner signs on-site. Groups of blade banner signs shall be separated by another group of blade banner signs by at least one hundred feet (100'). Such signs shall not exceed thirty two (32) square feet.

      2.   Signs must be securely attached to a structure or to ground posts. Banners mounted to the ground may not exceed forty eight inches (48") from the ground to the top of the sign and must have a stabilizing crossbar between the ground posts at the top of the sign (see figure 24 of this subsection A2). Signs shall not be attached to light poles, fences, vehicles, or other structures.

   FIGURE 24

      3.   Blade banner signs shall not exceed an overall height of twelve feet (12'). The blade banners must be ground mounted using a post or supported in a stand (see figure 25 of this subsection A3).

   FIGURE 25

      4.   Signs shall be set back from the property lines a minimum of two feet (2') and cannot obstruct a right-of-way.

      5.   Signs shall not be placed where they obstruct the view of any sign identified as a public necessity sign.

      6.   See chart below for free periods and permitted display time during special events.

 

(Ord. 19-14)

   A.   Off Premises Advertising Signs Prohibited: All off premises advertising signs are prohibited within the jurisdiction of the City.

   B.   Nonconforming Off Premises Advertising Signs: A legal nonconforming off premises advertising sign may be continued only to the extent allowed by Sections 10-9a-512 through 513 of the Utah code. A legal nonconforming off premises advertising sign must not be extended, altered, expanded or substituted. A legal nonconforming off premises advertising sign may be removed without any obligation to compensate the owner of the sign if after the Community & Economic Development Director or designee conducts an investigation and makes a recommendation, the Murray City Municipal Council finds in a public hearing for which reasonable notice of the hearing has been provided to the sign owner that:

      1.   The owner or the owner's agent of the off premises advertising sign in connection with seeking approval for the sign intentionally made false or misleading oral or written statements to a city or state of Utah agency, department, division, employee or official; or

      2.   The legal nonconforming off premises advertising sign is unsafe; or

      3.   The legal nonconforming off premises advertising sign is in an unreasonable state of repair; or

      4.   The legal nonconforming off premises advertising sign has been abandoned for more than twelve (12) months.

   C.   Maintenance Of Legal Nonconforming Off Premises Signs: Subject to this section of this chapter and Utah Code Annotated Sections 10-9a-513(2)(b) and 72-7-510(2)(b), the owner of a legal nonconforming off-premise sign may repair, refurbish, repaint, modify or upgrade, or otherwise keep the sign safe and in a state suitable for use, including if the sign is destroyed by casualty, vandalism or an act of God.

   D.   Permit: After written notice of hearing has been sent to the owner of a legal nonconforming off premises sign, no work may be conducted on the sign for any purpose whatsoever without first obtaining a permit from the City.

   E.   Removal Of Legal Nonconforming Advertising Signs: A legal nonconforming off premises advertising sign the Murray City Municipal Council declares must be removed pursuant to Subsection B of this section is a public nuisance that the sign owner must abate by not more than sixty (60) days after the date of a written notice that the sign must be removed sent to the sign owner from the City. After sixty (60) days from the date that the written notice was sent, the sign may be removed by the City, and the costs of removal may be charged to the owner.

   F.   Removal Of Illegal Off Premises Advertising Signs: Upon written notice, the owner of an illegal off premises advertising sign will have thirty (30) days from the date of the written notice to bring the illegal off premises advertising sign into compliance with all requirements, including, without limitation, height restrictions, of the version of this code in effect when the sign was originally erected. If the illegal off premises advertising sign is not brought into compliance before the expiration of thirty (30) days from the date of the written notice, and after the Murray City Municipal Council provides written notice to the owner and conducts a public hearing on the matter, then the owner must remove the sign within three (3) days after the decision by the Murray City Municipal Council that the off premises advertising sign is illegal, or the City may remove the sign, and the costs of removal may be charged to the owner. After the removal period, each day will constitute a new violation subject to the penalty provisions of this chapter. After the owner receives written notice, the owner must obtain a permit from the City, and no work may be performed on the sign until the city has issued an approved permit to the owner.

   G.   Severability and Conflict: This section and its various parts are hereby declared to be severable if any subsection, clause, provision, or portion of this section is declared invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction. No court decision will affect the validity of either this section as a whole or any parts not declared invalid or unconstitutional by that decision. If any part of this section is found to conflict with any other ordinance provision of the City, the most restrictive or highest standard will apply, prevail and govern.

(Ord. 19-42 § 2: Ord. 19-14)

   A.   Adjustment Criteria: If the view and readability of an off-premise sign, including a nonconforming sign as defined in Section 72-7-510 Utah Code Annotated, is obstructed due to a noise abatement or safety measure, grade change, construction, aesthetic improvement made by an agency of the state, directional sign, or widening along an interstate, federal aid primary highway existing as of June 1, 1991, or national highway systems highway, the owner of the sign may:

      1.   Adjust the height and angle of a sign on a case by case basis to make it clearly visible from the main traveled way of the interstate or highway provided necessary structural modifications are made to comply with the International Building Code; and/or

      2.   Relocate the sign to a point within five thousand two-hundred and eighty (5,280) feet of its prior location, and no closer than five hundred (500) feet from an off-premise sign along the same side of a street, highway or interstate if the sign complies with spacing requirements under section 72-7-507 Utah Code Annotated and is in a C-D, C-N, G-O, M-G, M-U, B-P or P-O zone.

   B.   Height Adjustment Not Substantial Change: A height adjusted sign under this section does not constitute substantial change to the sign.

   C.   Visibility: The height adjusted sign may be erected to a height and angle to make it clearly visible to traffic on the main traveled way of the highway as defined above in subsection 17.48.270(A) of this chapter and shall be the same size as the previous sign.

   D.   Height:

      1.   "Interstate Height" means a height that is the higher of:

         a.   Sixty five feet (65') above the ground; and

         b.   Twenty five feet (25') above the grade of the interstate.

      2.   The highest point of any off-premise sign, excluding temporary embellishments, shall be:

         a.   For a non-interstate oriented off-premise sign:

            i.   if the height of the previous use or structure is 45 feet or higher, the height of the previous use or structure; or

            ii.   if the height of the previous use or structure is less than 45 feet, the height of the previous use or structure or the height to make the entire advertising content of the off-premise sign visible, whichever is higher, but no higher than 45 feet;

         b.   For an interstate oriented off-premise sign:

            i.   if the height of the previous use or structure is at or above Interstate Height, the height of the previous use or structure; or

            ii.   if the height of the previous use or structure is less than Interstate Height, the height of the previous use or structure or the height to make the entire advertising content of the off-premise sign clearly visible, whichever is higher, but no higher than the Interstate Height.

(Ord. 19-42 § 2: Ord. 19-14)

   A.    Where Allowed. Electronic message center (EMC) signs for both on-premise and off-premise signs are only allowed in the C-D, C-N, G-O, M-G, M-U, B-P and P-O zones.

   B.   Conditional Use Permit Required. EMC signs require conditional use permit approval.

      1.   Exception. An off-premise, interstate oriented sign which includes an EMC does not require conditional use approval.

   C.    In addition to the restrictions found in this Chapter and the other chapters which apply to the zones mentioned above, EMC signs are subject to the following restrictions:

      1.   All EMC's must have an automatic dimmer to reduce sign intensity after dark.

      2.   EMC's shall be carefully oriented so that light emitted from a sign is not a traffic hazard, obtrusive, or a nuisance to adjacent properties.

      3.   Persons installing or manufacturing an EMC sign which has an LED, LCD, or flipper matrix must demonstrate that the brightness of such sign will not exceed 0.3 foot-candles over ambient lighting conditions as measured at a point perpendicular to the electronic sign face. Such signs must also be equipped with a dimmer switch to change the intensity of light emitted from the sign to meet the 0.3 foot-candle brightness if needed after installation.

      4.   Any display on the EMC must remain lighted for at least two (2) seconds.

      5.   An EMC located within three hundred feet (300') of a residential use, or as otherwise determined by the Planning Commission, may not operate between the hours of ten o’clock (10:00) P.M. and six o’clock (6:00) A.M. of the following day, or shall hold static on a single image and shall not cause illuminance in excess of three tenths (0.3) foot-candles over ambient lighting conditions as measured at a point perpendicular to the electronic sign face at a distance in feet calculated as follows:

   Measurement Distance =

      6.   A minimum of five percent (5%) of the time the sign is in use the message shall be devoted to public service messages.

      7.   An interstate oriented off-premise sign may have a total EMC sign area of six hundred seventy two (672) square feet per side (a maximum of two (2) sides are allowed) and must be at least three hundred (300) feet away from a residential use. If a residential use is located within a C-D, M-G, B-P or P-O zone, a sign can be reviewed on a case by case basis to determine a sufficient distance.

      8.   A non-interstate oriented off-premise sign may have a total EMC sign area of three hundred (300) square feet per side (a maximum of two (2) sides are allowed) and must be at least 300 feet away from a residential use.

(Ord. 19-42 § 2: Ord. 19-14)

Sexually oriented business signs are limited as follows:

   A.   No more than one sign is allowed per business;

   B.   No sign may exceed eighteen (18) square feet in area;

   C.   No animation is permitted on or around any sexually oriented business sign or on the exterior walls or roof of the business premises;

   D.   No descriptive art or designs depicting any activity related to or implying the nature of the business is allowed. Signs may contain alphanumeric copy only;

   E.   Only single face wall signs are permitted;

   F.   Other than the signs specifically allowed by this chapter, a sexually oriented business may not use any temporary sign, banner, light or other device designed or intended to draw attention to the business location. (Ord. 19-14)

   A.   Sign Design: Each sign submitted for approval shall incorporate the following elements:

      1.   Architectural compatibility (design);

      2.   Size, scale, proportion (balance);

      3.   Illumination;

      4.   Color and style;

      5.   Location;

      6.   Landscaping.

   B.   Required Permit Information:

      1.   Information required for all applications:

         a.   Proof of current Murray City business license.

         b.   Business address and phone number.

         c.   Address of property owner and phone number.

         d.   General or sign contractor license, phone, and address.

         e.   Value of the sign (including the cost of manufacturing and installation).

      2.   Additional information required for monument, pedestal and pylon signs:

         a.   Plot plan showing the relationship of signs to buildings, property lines, setback from public rights-of-way, intersections, easements, driveways, existing site contours (1-foot intervals), and nearest monument, pedestal or pylon signs on the same frontage.

         b.   Two (2) accurately dimensioned, scaled drawings showing height, color, square foot dimensions, landscaping, sign composition, materials, type of illumination, and how the signs will appear from the street.

         c.   Details of sign construction including an electrical plan and foundation schemes with appropriate engineer's stamp(s).

         d.   Number of acres and length of lineal frontage for the property.

      3.   Additional information required for signs on a building exterior:

         a.   Two (2) scaled drawings showing square foot dimensions of both the building and the sign, sign composition, and type of illumination.

         b.   A profile drawing of how the sign will appear from the street/parking area and on the building.

         c.   Detail of sign construction, electrical plan, and attachment details with appropriate engineer's stamp(s).

      4.   Temporary signs:

         a.   Plot plan showing relationship of sign(s) to buildings, property lines, setback from public rights-of-way, intersections, easements, and driveways.

         b.   Length of period for display. A maximum of up to ninety (90) days.

         c.   Type of request, e.g., grand opening, special promotions, etc.

   C.   Required Inspections And Tags:

      1.   Permanent Signs: All permanent signs containing electrical components, footings, engineering, or as otherwise required by the building official shall receive final inspections by an authorized City building inspector to certify that the placement and construction of such sign is in conformance with representations made in permit applications, and that work is completed and meets all applicable Building and Safety Codes and conditions of approval.

      2.   Temporary Signs: Temporary signs for which a permit is required and has been approved shall have attached thereto a City issued tag recognizing the temporary nature of its approval. Such tags shall be displayed for the duration of the City approved period. Inspections shall be made to ensure that the sign is in conformance with representations made in permit applications, and that all applicable codes, standards, and conditions of approval are met.

   D.   Penalties For Installing Signs Without Permits Or Inspections: New or existing signs installed or maintained without a required permit or the required inspections will be required to be removed or assessed a penalty fee as outlined by the most recently adopted Murray City policy at the time the owner/operator of the signs makes application for a permit. (Ord. 19-14)