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

Abandoned sign means signs no longer in use or which advertise or identify a nonexisting business, event or service.

Accessory sign means a sign which is incidental to the primary use on the same property as the building or use being identified or advertised (e.g., home occupation, for rent).

Awning, canopy and marquee sign means a sign that is mounted or painted on, or attached to, an awning, canopy, or marquee that is otherwise permitted by these regulations. No sign shall project above, below or beyond the physical dimensions of the awning, canopy or marquee.

Banner sign means a sign composed of a strip of fabric or other lightweight material secured or mounted on the wall of a building, a portion of a permanent sign structure, or land with two mounting posts which is temporary in nature.

Billboard sign means a sign larger than 80 square feet in area upon which advertising or other messages may be posted, painted, pasted or affixed, that directs attention to a business, organization, event, person, place, commodity, service or entertainment conducted, sold, located, manufactured, used or offered at a location other than the premises where the sign is located.

Building sign means a sign lettered to give the name of a building itself, as opposed to the name of occupants or services.

Changeable copy sign means a sign or portion thereof which has a reader-board for the display of text information in which each alphanumeric character, graphic or symbol is defined by objects, not consisting of an illumination device and may be changed or rearranged manually or mechanically with characters, letters or illustrations that can be changed or rearranged without altering the face or the surface of the sign.

Development sign means a sign advertising the sale of multiple pieces of land, leasable building space, or structures located within a development.

Directional sign means an accessory sign that directs the public to products, services and/or locations of a particular business (e.g., entrance and exit signs).

Electronic graphic display sign.

(1)

The term "electronic graphic display sign" means a sign or portion thereof that displays electronic, static images, static graphics or static pictures, with or without information, defined by a small number of matrix elements using different combinations of light emitting diodes (LEDs), fiber optics, lightbulbs or other illumination devices within the display area where the message change sequence is accomplished immediately or by means of fade, repixalization or dissolve modes. The term "electronic graphic display sign" includes computer programmable, microprocessor controlled electronic or digital displays.

(2)

The term "electronic graphic display sign" does not include signs that display TV or live video feed.

Electronic message center sign means any on-premises sign or portion of a sign that uses changing lights to display an electronic image, video, or text messages. The rate of change of the messages or images is electronically programmed and can be modified by electronic processes.

Exterior menu sign means a lighted or unlighted sign which is viewed from the exterior of a building which is used for the ordering of goods and services by consumers.

Flashing sign means a sign that has intermittent or flashing light source, message, graphic, either internally or externally.

Freestanding sign means a sign which is supported by one or more poles not attached to a structure. See Pole sign.

Gasoline island canopy signage means signage mounted permanently on or under a gasoline island canopy as follows:

(1)

Canopy fascia signage means a wall sign mounted flush against the vertical plane of the canopy fascia. In no case shall the sign project beyond the perimeter of the fascia on which it is attached.

(2)

Spanner board sign means signs mounted flush against the vertical plane of a spanner board and in no case projecting beyond the perimeter of the spanner board. A spanner board is a structural member extending between two vertical support poles of the gasoline island canopy and permanently mounted to the poles at a height above the gasoline pumps and below the gasoline island canopy.

(3)

Sign boards means signage located on sign boards that are permanently mounted on the canopy support poles at a height above the gasoline pumps and below the gasoline island canopy.

Grade means, for the purposes of Article VI, the lowest point of elevation of the graded surface of the ground, paving or sidewalk within an area with a 20-foot radius measured from the base of the sign, in all directions.

Gross surface area of sign means the entire area within a single continuous perimeter enclosing the extreme limits of such sign, and in no case passing through or between any adjacent elements of same. Such perimeter shall not include any structural elements lying outside the limits of such sign which does not form an integral part of the display.

Home occupation sign means nonilluminated, permanent identification signs that identify the nonresidential activity occurring on the property at a property with a home-based business.

Illuminated sign means a sign lighted by or exposed by artificial light.

Individual letter sign means a sign consisting of independent letters, script, or symbols.

Intensely lighted sign means a sign utilizing visible bare bulb illumination in excess of 25 watts per bulb.

Marquee means a permanently-roofed structure attached to and supported by a building.

Monument signs means any sign placed upon, or supported by, the ground independently of the principal building or structure on the property. Signs on accessory structures shall be considered monument signs.

Nameplate sign means a sign giving only the name and/or address of the owner or occupant of a building or premises on which it is located and, where applicable, professional status.

Off-premises sign means a sign which directs attention to a business, commodity, service, or entertainment not conducted, sold, manufactured or offered on the premises where the sign is located.

Pennant means a triangular, square, or rectangular shaped flag attached in a string type manner. Pennants are in plain colors and do not contain any words, logos or emblems.

Permanent sign means any sign that is permanently attached or affixed to the ground, a building or other permanent structure, and is not classified as a portable sign, temporary sales aid or banner sign.

Planned development sign means a sign that identifies or advertises properties, businesses or activities within a specific planned development.

Pole sign means a sign that is mounted on a freestanding pole, not having any surface exceeding 18 inches in width or diameter, the bottom of which sign is six feet or more above ground level.

Portable sign means any sign, excluding temporary sales aids and banner signs, not permanently attached to the ground, building or other permanent structure, designed to be moved from one location to another, including but not limited to the following:

(1)

Signs on wheels or with wheels removed.

(2)

Signs on legs or other framework designed to rest upon the ground, or be driven into the ground, and picked up and moved.

(3)

A-frame or T-frame signs.

(4)

Signs attached to or painted on vehicles, or trailers parked and visible from a public right-of-way, and whose primary function is to serve as a sign rather than as a vehicle used in the day-to-day operation of the business.

Projecting signs means a sign which is attached to a building or wall and extends beyond the line of said building or wall or beyond the surface of that portion of the building or wall to which it is attached at least 18 inches and located at least eight feet above grade.

Public service information sign means any sign intended primarily to promote items of general interest to the community, including but not limited to date, atmospheric conditions, traffic control, or events such as to parades, carnivals, festivals, book fairs and/or home shows.

Pylon signs means a pylon sign is a pole sign utilizing a pole or other support structure hidden by a decorative cover which extends to the ground. Pylon signs are subject to the following:

(1)

The width of the decorative cover shall not exceed seven feet when the sign is located in the minimum building setback area.

(2)

No sign copy shall be permitted below the sign face.

(3)

Pylon signs shall be located a minimum of 50 feet from all but one property line.

Real estate signs means a temporary sign pertaining to the sale or lease of the lot, parcel or tract of land on which the sign is located, or to the sale or lease of one or more structures, or a portion thereof located thereon.

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

Seasonal decorations or holiday signs means signs such as holiday greetings and decorations, used for a historic holiday which are installed for a limited period of time.

Sign means a visual means of communication intended to attract attention or to convey a message that is visible from the public right-of-way or other properties.

Sign height means the measurement from ground level at the base of, or below, the sign to the highest edge of the sign.

State highway means any roadway owned, operated and maintained by the state and part of the numbered roadway system.

Subcontractor's sign means a sign indicating the name or company of a subcontractor performing work on the property upon which the sign is displayed.

Subdivision sign means a monument sign which identifies a specific platted residential development.

Temporary ground sign means any freestanding sign or advertising device constructed of cloth, canvas, light fabric, cardboard, wood, wallboard, metal, plastic or other similar lightweight material, with or without a frame, that is not permanently attached or affixed to the ground, and is designed to be displayed for a limited period of time.

Temporary sales aids means pennants and flags, with or without logos or messages, except flags exempted under this article.

Wall signs and facade signs means a sign incorporated into, attached to, erected against, or painted on a wall of a building or structure.

Window signs means any sign of a permanent nature that is painted on, or permanently attached to the glass or other transparent surface, of a window or door.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.185), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 27, 12-15-2008; Ord. No. 3063, § 5, 2-23-2009; Ord. No. 3103, § 1, 9-20-2010; Ord. No. 3178, § 1, 5-21-2012; Ord. No. 3201, § 8, 9-17-2012)

(a)

Gross surface area of sign. The gross area of a sign shall be measured on only one side of such sign. When two or more signs are permitted on a parcel, the gross surface area of all signs on the parcel shall not exceed the maximum gross surface area per street frontage set by the applicable district regulations. For purposes of computing the total area of any wall sign, the area shall be based on the amount of space which can encompass all of the signage characters such as letters, numbers, pictures, depictions.

(b)

Height of sign. Sign height shall be measured from ground level at the base of or below the sign to the highest element of the sign.

(c)

Building and electrical codes applicable. All signs must be constructed in accordance with the regulations and design standards of the adopted city building codes. Wiring of all electrical signs must conform to adopted city electrical code.

(d)

Illuminated signs. Signs shall be shaded wherever necessary to avoid casting bright light upon property located in any residential district or park.

(e)

Blockage of driveways. No sign shall block any required driveway.

(f)

Signs on trees or utility poles. No sign shall be attached to a tree or utility pole whether on public or private property.

(g)

Corner and through lots. Each lot line that abuts a street or highway shall be considered a separate street frontage. In these instances, it shall be deemed to permit the allowable number of signs to face each street or highway that abuts the lot.

(h)

Traffic safety. No sign shall be maintained at any location where by reason of its position, size, shape, lighting, or color, it may obstruct, impair, obscure, interfere with the view of, or be confused with any traffic control signs, signal or device, or where it may interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic.

(i)

Banner signs. The display on private property of three or fewer banner signs per business is permitted, provided that no sign is over 21 square feet and is mounted on the wall of a building or a permanent sign structure or the land.

(j)

Temporary sales aids. The following restrictions shall apply to temporary sales aids, as defined herein. In addition to the other permitted signs, temporary sales aids may be displayed on private property in the O, CS, CB, CG, and IL districts, for no more than 30 consecutive days.

(k)

Signs on or over the public right-of-way or other public property. No temporary ground sign shall be located or placed:

(1)

Within the boundaries of any state-owned right-of-way;

(2)

On any city-owned property;

(3)

Within the boundaries of any city-owned right-of-way, unless the temporary sign is placed by the owner of the property underlying such right-of-way and provided said sign is not prohibited by any other provision of this Code or constitutes a traffic hazard. The foregoing exception shall not authorize the placement of a temporary sign on such city-owned right-of-way without the permission of the property owner.

(l)

Subdivision signs. Subdivision signs are permitted at the entrance of a residential subdivision under the following conditions:

(1)

The sign is a monument sign;

(2)

The sign is limited to the name and/or logo of the subdivision;

(3)

The sign does not include a commercial slogan;

(4)

The sign does not exceed 40 square feet in gross surface area; and

(5)

There shall be no more than one sign at an entrance.

(m)

Electronic message center signs. The electronic message center sign shall meet and/or is made subject to the following minimum standards:

(1)

The electronic message does not cover more than 40 percent of the total sign area;

(2)

No more than one electronic message center sign shall be permitted per property , provided this shall not prohibit the use of such additional displays inside any structure or building located on the property, unless such display is located behind a window and is clearly visible from an adjoining street; and

(3)

Electronic message center signs shall be placed at the same place on each adjacent individual lot.

(4)

The display shall not emit any blinking beams or beacons of light including signs in windows or as a device to attract attention.

(5)

Flashing or blinking lights that are incorporated into an electronic message center sign may be allowed.

(6)

Displays that state "stop", "go", "slow", "danger" or any other similar term which could be confused with traffic signs shall not be allowed.

(7)

Audio and live streaming video shall not be allowed.

(8)

Recorded video shall be permitted provided that the sequence is no longer than ten seconds.

(9)

The sign shall be equipped with photosensitive equipment which automatically adjusts the brightness and contrast of the sign in direct relation to the ambient outdoor illumination.

(10)

The sign shall be equipped with a default mechanism that shall freeze the sign in one position or static message if a malfunction occurs.

(11)

No electronic message center sign shall be allowed in the CB (Commercial Business) zoning district, excepting signs which display time, temperature, and other public information.

(12)

Electronic message center signs shall not display consecutive messages facing the same traveled way, which constitute a substantially similar theme or story and is a continuation of any immediately preceding message, thereby creating a storyboarding effect when viewed by persons operating a motor vehicle.

A specific use permit is required for v electronic message center signs in the O zoning district and the CS, CB, and CG zoning districts when adjacent to residential.

(n)

Wall signs. Wall signs shall be anchored and constructed in such a manner that the wall becomes merely the supporting structure or forms the background surface, and which does not project more than 18 inches from such building.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.186), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 28, 12-15-2008; Ord. No. 3063, § 6, 2-23-2009; Ord. No. 3103, § 2, 9-20-2010; Ord. No. 3178, § 2, 5-21-2012)

The following shall be exempt from the requirements of this article:

(1)

Official flags or emblems of a governmental entity permanently displayed on city-owned property or a political, civic, philanthropic, educational or religious organization, permanently displayed on other publicly controlled or private property.

(2)

Traffic signs or similar regulatory devices, legal notices, warnings at railroad crossings, and other instructional or regulatory signs having to do with health, safety, hazard, or parking.

(3)

Memorial signs and tablets displayed on private property.

(4)

Address numerals and other signs required to be maintained by law or governmental order, rule, or regulation, provided that the content and size of the signs do not exceed the requirements of such law, order, rule or regulation.

(5)

Small permanent signs, not exceeding five square feet each in area, displayed on private property for the convenience of the public, limited to signs to identify entrance and exit drives, parking areas, one-way drives, restrooms, freight entrances, accepted credit cards, self-serve pumps, automatic teller machines, teller or drive-up windows, and similar informational signs, provided no more than 30 percent of the surface area is devoted to a business name or logo, and provided it is located in a manner so as not to cause a traffic hazard.

(6)

Scoreboards and signs in athletic stadiums/ballfields.

(7)

Political or campaign signs, unless such sign is constructed as a temporary ground sign as defined in section 23-185.

(8)

Holiday lights, signs and decorations, provided such are on display on a temporary basis during the appropriate season.

(9)

All signs located in the U district, not located on a public right-of-way.

(10)

Exterior menu signs for drive-through and drive-in restaurants.

(11)

Changing of the advertising copy or message on an existing approved changeable copy sign, electronic graphic display sign, electronic changeable copy sign or directory sign:

a.

Changing the face of an existing approved permanent sign, provided there are no alterations to the structure or gross surface area of the sign;

b.

Painting, repainting, cleaning or other normal maintenance; and

c.

Repair of a sign, provided there are no alterations to the structure or gross surface area of the sign.

(12)

A sign located on the interior of a building, provided it is not visible from a public or private street.

(13)

Nameplate signs not exceeding two square feet in gross surface area accessory to a single-family or two-family dwelling.

(14)

Building signs not exceeding three square feet in gross surface area and are permanently attached to the building. Building signs larger than three square feet in gross surface area shall be considered a wall sign.

(15)

Real estate or construction signs in all districts, provided the signs are located outside of the boundaries of any public right-of-way on the lot or parcel that is being offered for lease or sale or that is being built upon. No more than one sign per seller shall be allowed. Such signs shall be removed upon the lease or sale of the property, or the completion of construction, whichever is applicable.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.187), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3038, § 1, 8-18-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 29, 12-15-2008; Ord. No. 3103, § 3, 9-20-2010)

(a)

Maintenance and repair. Every sign including those signs for which no permits or permit fees are required, shall be maintained in a safe, presentable, and good structural condition at all times, including the replacement of defective parts, painting, repainting, cleaning, and other acts required for the maintenance of said sign.

(b)

Abandoned signs. An abandoned sign shall be removed in its entirety by the owner of the sign or the owner of the premises within three months of abandonment.

(c)

Unlawful signs. No person shall erect or maintain, on any premises, any sign in violation of the provisions of this article.

(d)

Nuisance signs. All of the following signs shall be considered a public nuisance:

(1)

Any sign that constitutes a traffic or safety hazard;

(2)

Any temporary ground sign located or placed in violation of section 23-186(k).

The city may remove and impound any sign considered a public nuisance without prior notice. Any sign removed and impounded under this section shall be retained by the city for a period of 30 days and may be claimed by the owner during said period at no charge to the owner. Any sign not so claimed within said time period shall be deemed abandoned and may be disposed of at the discretion of the city manager or his designee.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.189), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3103, § 4, 9-20-2010)

(a)

Sign types permitted by right. The following signs are permitted by right in the single-family (RSL and RSS) and two-family (RT) residential districts:

(1)

Nameplate signs.

(2)

Real estate signs.

(3)

Construction signs.

(4)

Bulletin board signs for public, charitable or religious institutions.

(5)

Home occupation signs.

(6)

Subdivision signs.

(7)

Development signs.

(b)

Number of signs permitted. The following number of signs are permitted at the stated increments:

(1)

Nameplate, building sign: one sign per parcel.

(2)

Real estate and construction signs: one per firm involved with the sale or construction of the property.

(3)

Home occupation signs: one sign per parcel.

(4)

Subdivision sign: one sign per entrance.

(5)

Development sign: one per development as defined by the property boundary or final plat.

(c)

Maximum gross surface area. No sign shall exceed the following maximum gross surface area:

(1)

Nameplate signs: two square feet.

(2)

Building signs: three square feet.

(3)

Real estate signs: six square feet per face per parcel.

(4)

Construction signs: six square feet.

(5)

Home occupation signs: no larger than two square feet in size attached to the principal structure.

(6)

Subdivision sign: 40 square feet.

(7)

Development sign: not more than 100 square feet in area announcing the sale of lots and/or houses in a subdivision may be located on such development. Such sign shall be removed at the end of three years from the date of issuance or permit, or when 75 percent of the lots in the subdivision have been sold, whichever occurs sooner.

(d)

Maximum height. No sign shall extend more than ten feet above the ground.

(e)

Required sign setback. All signs shall be ten feet from all property lines unless otherwise indicated.

(f)

Illumination. No sign shall be illuminated except that bulletin board and subdivision signs may be externally illuminated with incandescent or fluorescent light.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.195), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 30, 12-15-2008)

(a)

Sign types permitted by right.

(1)

Nameplate signs.

(2)

Building signs.

(3)

Real estate signs.

(4)

Construction signs.

(5)

Bulletin board signs for public, charitable or religious institutions.

(6)

Monument signs.

(7)

Wall signs.

(8)

Home-based business signs.

(9)

Banner signs.

(10)

Subdivision signs.

(b)

Number of signs permitted.

(1)

Nameplate or bulletin board signs: only one sign per parcel.

(2)

Monument or wall signs: only one sign per parcel.

(3)

Monument signs: one per parcel. Corner lots with two frontages may have one monument sign per frontage.

(4)

Temporary real estate and construction signs: one per firm involved with the sale or construction of the property.

(5)

Home occupation signs: one sign per parcel.

(6)

Banner signs: maximum of three signs.

(c)

Maximum gross surface area. No sign shall exceed the following maximum gross surface area:

(1)

Nameplate signs: two square feet in gross surface area.

(2)

Building signs: three square feet in gross surface area.

(3)

Wall signs: 25 square feet.

(4)

Monument signs: not more than 48 square feet in gross surface area.

(5)

Real estate signs: six square feet per face per parcel.

(6)

Construction signs: six square feet.

(7)

Home occupation signs: no larger than two square feet in size attached to the principal structure.

(8)

Banner signs: 21 square feet.

(9)

Development sign: not more than 100 square feet in area announcing the sale of lots and/or houses in a subdivision may be located on such development.

(d)

Maximum height. No sign shall extend more than ten feet above the ground.

(e)

Required sign setback. All signs shall be ten feet from all property lines unless otherwise indicated.

(f)

Illumination. No sign shall be illuminated except that bulletin board and identification signs may be externally illuminated with incandescent or fluorescent light.

(g)

Exception. If a property located within an RM (Multifamily Residential) zoning district abuts a state highway, the signage regulations for CG (Commercial General) zoning districts shall apply. For land that meets these criteria, signage shall only be allowed on the property frontages immediately adjacent to the state highway.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.196), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 31, 12-15-2008; Ord. No. 3138, § 1, 6-6-2011)

(a)

Sign types permitted by right. All permitted types except pole signs, projecting signs, billboards, and gasoline canopy signage.

(b)

Sign types permitted by specific use. Electronic message center signs.

(c)

Number of signs permitted.

(1)

Monument signs: one per parcel per street frontage.

(2)

Other permitted structural signs:

a.

One wall sign per business.

(3)

Home occupation sign.

(4)

Subdivision signs.

(d)

Maximum gross surface area. Unless otherwise indicated, the total surface area of a single sign shall not exceed 200 square feet.

(e)

Maximum height. No sign shall extend more than 25 feet above the ground, provided no portion of any sign shall protrude above the roof or eaves line of the principal structure.

(f)

Required sign setback.

(1)

Front yard: no minimum setback is required.

(2)

Side yard when abutting a residential district: ten feet.

(g)

Illumination. No sign shall be externally illuminated.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.197), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 32, 12-15-2008; Ord. No. 3178, § 3, 5-21-2012; Ord. No. 3504, § 1, 10-17-2022)

(a)

Sign types permitted by right. All permitted types, except billboards and projecting signs.

(b)

Sign types permitted by specific use. Electronic message center signs when adjacent to a residential zoning district.

(c)

Number of signs permitted. The permitted number of signs are as follows:

(1)

Monument or pole signs: one per parcel per street frontage.

(2)

Other permitted structural signs:

a.

One wall sign per each side of the structure except when multiple businesses share an exterior wall, in which case one wall sign per business.

(3)

Gasoline island canopy signs:

a.

Canopy fascia: no more than two signs per canopy fascia. In no case shall the canopy signage project above, below or beyond the perimeter of the fascia to which it is attached.

b.

Spanner and sign boards: no limit; however, they shall conform to requirements herein. All spanner and sign boards shall be permanently mounted on or between the canopy support poles and in all cases below the canopy.

(d)

Maximum gross surface area.

(1)

The total surface area of a single sign shall not exceed 200 square feet. Monument signs may be an additional 20 square feet of gross surface area in addition to the requirements herein.

(2)

Signs located on a rear wall which faces a public right-of-way shall not exceed 40 square feet in area, and shall not be a changeable copy sign.

(3)

Gasoline island canopy signs.

a.

Canopy fascia. The total gross surface area of all signs on a common fascia shall not exceed 30 percent of the area of the canopy fascia on which they are attached.

b.

Spanner and sign boards. The total gross surface area of all spanner and sign boards shall not exceed a total of 50 square feet of double faced signage per gasoline island canopy.

(e)

Maximum height. No sign shall extend more than 30 feet above the ground.

(f)

Required sign setback. The required sign setback is ten feet.

(g)

Illumination. Signs may be illuminated either internally or externally.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.198), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 33, 12-15-2008; Ord. No. 3178, § 4, 5-21-2012; Ord. No. 3504, § 1, 10-17-2022)

(a)

Sign types permitted by right. All permitted types and portable signs, except billboards, and gasoline island canopy signage. Banner signs shall be prohibited except for the purpose of providing temporary identification for a new business for a period not to exceed 30 days.

(b)

Sign types permitted by specific use. Electronic message center signs when adjacent to a residential zoning district.

(c)

Number of signs permitted. The permitted number of signs are as follows:

(1)

Monument or pole signs: one per parcel per street frontage.

(2)

Other permitted structural signs:

a.

One wall sign per each side of the structure except when multiple businesses share an exterior wall, in which case one wall sign per business.

(d)

Maximum gross surface area. The following limitations apply:

(1)

Window signs. The gross surface area shall not exceed 25 percent of the window area to which the sign is attached. The term "window area" means that area of transparent surface, whether door, window or transom, that is continuous and not separated by more than four inches of nontransparent material.

(2)

A single sign shall not exceed 200 square feet.

(e)

Maximum height. No sign shall extend above the highest point of the building with which it is associated or upon which it is located.

(f)

Required sign setback. No minimum setback.

(g)

Awnings, canopies and marquees. All signage shall only be located on that part of the awning, canopy or marquee which is parallel to the public right-of-way.

(h)

Illumination. Signs may be illuminated either internally or externally.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.199), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 34, 12-15-2008; Ord. No. 3178, § 5, 5-21-2012; Ord. No. 3504, § 1, 10-17-2022)

(a)

Sign types permitted by right. All permitted types except billboards.

(b)

Sign types permitted by specific use. Electronic message center signs when adjacent to a residential zoning district.

(c)

Number of signs permitted. The permitted number of signs are as follows:

(1)

Monument or pole signs: one per parcel per street frontage.

(2)

Other permitted structural signs:

a.

One wall sign per each side of the structure except when multiple businesses share an exterior wall, in which case one wall sign per business.

(3)

Gasoline island canopy signs:

a.

Canopy fascia: no more than two signs per canopy fascia. In no case shall the canopy signage project above, below or beyond the perimeter of the fascia to which it is attached.

b.

Spanner and sign boards: no limit; however, they shall conform to requirements herein. All spanner and sign boards shall be permanently mounted on or between the canopy support poles and in all cases below the canopy.

(d)

Maximum gross surface area. A single sign shall not exceed 200 square feet.

(e)

Maximum height. No sign shall extend more than ten feet above the highest point of the principal structure or more than 35 feet above ground level, whichever is less.

(f)

Required sign setback. In general, there shall be no required setback; however, any sign that exceeds 200 square feet in gross surface area shall maintain the same setback that is required for the principal structure, and where these regulations require specific setbacks for specific types of signs, those setbacks shall be followed. In no case shall a sign project over a public right-of-way.

(g)

Illumination. Signs may be illuminated either internally or externally.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.200), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 35, 12-15-2008; Ord. No. 3178, § 6, 5-21-2012; Ord. No. 3504, § 1, 10-17-2022)

(a)

Sign types. All permitted types except billboards in IL and advertising signs.

(b)

Structural types. Awning, monument and pole signs. In the IL district, banner signs are also permitted.

(c)

Number of signs permitted. The permitted number of signs are as follows:

(1)

Awning signs: two signs per building facade. The term "facade" means all vertical exterior wall surfaces facing the same general direction.

(2)

Pole and monument signs: one monument or pole sign per street frontage.

(d)

Maximum gross surface area. The maximum gross surface area is follows:

(1)

Awning signs: 15 percent of the total area of the facade upon which the signs are attached, provided that no sign shall exceed 300 square feet.

(2)

Other signs shall not exceed 200 square feet.

(e)

Maximum height. The maximum height is as follows:

(1)

Awning signs: may not project above the highest point of the wall on which they are located.

(2)

Monument signs: may not exceed 15 feet in height above the ground.

(3)

Pole signs: no part of the sign may project above the highest point of the building for which it serves and in no case exceed 35 feet above the ground.

(f)

Required sign setback. The required setback for signs are as follows:

(1)

Monument and pole signs: ten feet.

(2)

Where these regulations require specific setbacks for specific types of signs, those setbacks shall be followed.

(g)

Illumination. Signs may be illuminated either internally or externally.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.201), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 36, 12-15-2008)

(a)

Sign types. All permitted types, except for advertising signs.

(b)

Structural types. All types, except portable signs.

(c)

Number of signs permitted. The permitted number of signs are as follows:

(1)

Monument or pole signs: one per parcel per street frontage indicating only the name of the agriculture enterprise or public use and any associated accessory activity.

(2)

Other permitted structural signs: a total of one sign per facade of a business.

(d)

Maximum gross surface area. A single sign shall not exceed 200 square feet. Signs located on a rear wall which faces a public right-of-way shall not exceed 40 square feet in area, and shall not be a changeable copy sign.

(e)

Maximum height. No sign shall extend more than 30 feet above the highest point of the principal structure or more than 50 feet above ground level, whichever is less.

(f)

Required sign setback. In general, there shall be no required setback; where these regulations require specific setbacks for specific types of signs, those setbacks shall be followed. In no case shall a sign project over a public right-of-way.

(g)

Illumination. Signs may be illuminated either internally or externally.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.202), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3036, § 7, 8-4-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 37, 12-15-2008)

(a)

No signs, except those specifically exempted in this article, shall be altered, painted, constructed, rebuilt, erected, remodeled, relocated, or expanded until a sign permit for such sign has been issued by the development services director or designee. No permit for any sign shall be issued unless the sign complies with the regulations of this article.

(b)

Permit fees shall be paid at the time of receiving such permit.

(c)

Permits for any permanent sign shall expire 180 days following the date of issuance if the sign is not completely installed within that time period. For good cause shown in writing, the development services director or designee, may grant a 30-day extension.

(d)

Applications for advertising signs proposed to be located on property not owned by the applicant shall be accompanied by written permission from the property owner on a form provided by the development services director or designee.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.203), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 38, 12-15-2008)

(a)

Application. The application for a sign permit shall be made by the owner of the property on which the sign is located, the documented owner's agent, or a sign contractor licensed by the city. The building official shall, within five working days of the application for a sign permit, either approve or deny the application, or refer it back to the applicant in any instance where insufficient information has been furnished. Such application shall be on forms furnished by the development services department, and shall contain or be accompanied by the following information:

(1)

The name, address and telephone number of the property owner/agency and sign contractor, if any;

(2)

The name of the sign manufacturer, if applicable;

(3)

A written description of the sign, including the type according to the definitions contained in this article;

(4)

Location and dimensional information, materials specifications, construction details, and electrical specifications as necessary to determine compliance with this article and all applicable building and electrical codes;

(5)

The total sign area, as defined herein, and type of all permanent signs already existing on the premises;

(6)

The anticipated date of expiration for temporary signs;

(7)

Evidence of liability insurance and bond, as required by this section, including the contractor's license number, if applicable; and

(8)

Signature of the applicant and owner/agent.

(b)

License. Except as hereinafter exempted, electric signs and all permanent signs involving structural requirements of the building code shall be installed, repaired, altered, and serviced only by a sign contractor licensed by the city in accordance with the following provisions. All licenses shall be nontransferable and it shall be unlawful for any holder of a license to loan or allow the use of such license by another person, firm, or corporation.

(1)

Application. Applications for sign contractor's licenses or renewal of licenses shall be on forms furnished by the development services department. Such application must be accompanied by proof of a current insurance policy for public liability issued by an insurance company authorized to do business in the state. The building official shall, within five working days of the date of application for a sign contractor's license, approve or deny the application, or refer it back to the applicant in any instance where insufficient information has been furnished. Each license issued shall be assigned a number, which must then be recorded on all applications for sign permits submitted by the license holder.

(2)

Renewal. Sign contractor's licenses shall expire on June 30 following the date of issuance, and shall be renewed annually. New licenses issued within 30 days before June 30 are exempt from renewal until the following year.

(3)

Fees. Any person, firm, or corporation desiring a license shall at the time of receiving such license pay to the city such registration and renewal fees in an amount established by resolution of the city council.

(4)

Bond. No sign contractor's license shall be issued until the applicant therefor shall have deposited with the city clerk a cash or surety bond in the sum of $3,000.00 to be known as a sign contractor's bond. Such bond shall be executed by the sign contractor, and the surety thereon shall be a corporate surety company authorized to do business in the state. The bond shall be in the favor of the city and conditioned that the licensee shall faithfully and properly conduct such sign contracting business in compliance with all of the ordinances of the city relating to signs and sign contractors, and for the payment of all fines and penalties imposed for the violation of such laws, and for the protection and indemnification of the city against all damages, resulting directly or indirectly from any injury to persons or property on account of the negligence of the licensee or by reason of defect in the sign construction. Such bond shall be renewed annually concurrently with the license, and the certificate of such renewal shall be filed with the development services director or designee.

(5)

Insurance. In addition to the bonds required, every sign contractor shall file with the application for a license, a certificate of coverage for liability insurance in amounts equal to the liability limits for political subdivisions as set forth in the Oklahoma Governmental Tort Claims Act, 51 O.S. § 151 et seq.

(6)

Revocation. A sign contractor's license may be revoked or temporarily suspended upon notice in writing to the licensee if it is found that the license was issued in violation of this article.

(7)

Exemptions. The following persons or firms are not required to obtain a sign contractor's license or bond, but shall comply with all other provisions of this article:

a.

The manufacturer, assembler or maker of prefabricated or preassembled sign parts, who does not make or store such parts or materials within the city, or performs operations other than sales within the city limits.

b.

Employees of duly licensed sign contractors engaged in the work of manufacturing, installing, erecting, repairing, altering, servicing or removing signs in the regular course of such employment.

c.

Persons or firms who install, construct, paint or incorporate a sign as an integral part of the facade or structure of a permitted building, accessory structure, wall or fence.

d.

Persons who install, erect, move, or maintain a sign not requiring a permit, as exempted herein, or any other permanent sign not involving the structural requirements of the building code.

(Ord. No. 3023, § 1(23.204), 3-3-2008; Ord. No. 3051, § 39, 12-15-2008)