Definitions. As used in this section, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
Any sign that is part of or attached to an awning, canopy, or other fabric, plastic, or structural protective cover over a door, entrance, window, or outdoor service area. A marquee is not a canopy.
Any sign, including a monument sign, supported by structures or supports that are placed on or anchored in the ground that is independent of any building or structure.
Light-emitting diodes (LED), differing from incandescent bulbs because a variety of colors can be emitted from the same bulb without using filters. Such sign has the ability to display scrolling or flashing messages as well as a variety of colors. This definition includes electronic message boards, liquid crystal displays, digitized signs or sign parts, variable electronic message centers and similar electronic displays.
A sign which directs attention to a business, product, activity or service which is generally conducted sold or offered elsewhere than upon the premises where such sign is located.
A permanent, freestanding sign that is mounted on a pole or other support that is placed on and anchored in the ground or on a base and that is independent of any building or other structure.
A temporary sign or poster advocating the election of a particular candidate or candidates for public office. Signs or posters shall not exceed 16 square feet in both residential and nonresidential zoning districts.
Any sign designed to be transported, including, but not limited to, signs designed to be transported by means of wheels; signs converted to A- or T-frames; menu and sandwich-board signs, balloons used as signs; and umbrellas used for advertising.
A name, identification, description, display or illustration which is affixed to, painted or represented directly or indirectly upon a building, structure or piece of land and which directs attention to an object, product, service, place, activity, person, institution, organization or business and the supporting members thereto. A motor vehicle or trailer shall be deemed a sign if it is lettered or displayed in such a fashion as to attract attention and is utilized to advertise or otherwise call attention to a business located in, or event taking place in, the Town of Pendleton or surrounding communities.
Exceptions. For the purposes of this section, the term "sign" does not include:
Signs erected and maintained pursuant to and in discharge of any governmental function.
Signs prohibiting trespassing.
Integral, decorative or architectural features of buildings, except letters or trademarks.
Temporary signs not exceeding four square feet per face for special events for directing and guiding traffic and parking on private commercial or industrial property and bearing no advertising.
Signs not exceeding one square foot per face that advertises the cost of motor fuel when attached to a fuel pump or service island canopy.
Signs noting "Open" or "Closed," provided they are displayed from inside the structure.
Any sign that is used for 90 days or less and is not permanently mounted.
A sign integral with or attached to and supported by the exterior wall of a building or fascia attached to such wall and projecting not more than 12 inches therefrom.