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Code of Ordinances |
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APPENDIX A LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS |
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Appendix A. LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS |
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Chapter 21. SIGN REGULATIONS |
§ 21-15. Single or Two Family Residential Uses
The following provisions govern signage in all single family or two family residential districts or within Residential Planned Developments that allow these uses. Signs shall not be joined together to create a larger sign than allowed.
(A)
Signs owned or controlled by a homeowners' association or other similar entity and located at the entrance of a subdivision or development.
(1)
A maximum of two (2) Ground Signs, Wall Signs, or gate signs may be located at the main entrance to a subdivision or development. The maximum allowable Sign Copy Area for each sign shall not exceed sixty (60) square feet.
(a)
The Sign Copy Area shall not exceed the height or length of the wall or gate upon which it is located. The Ground Sign shall not exceed ten (10) feet in height.
(b)
Setbacks. Signs shall maintain a fifteen (15) foot setback from all property and right-of- way lines, with the exception of Signs which are part of a wall, which may be located along the property lines.
(c)
Maintenance. The City shall not accept any liability or responsibility for maintenance of decorative entrances, structures or landscaping features. Sign construction and maintenance shall be at the expense of the developer or the homeowners' association and their successors, assigns and heirs.
(d)
Sign Illumination. Ground Signs may be illuminated internally or externally. The source of externally illuminated signs shall be installed so that it is arranged or screened as to not shine, glare or adversely impact adjacent properties or roadways.
(2)
One (1) Sign at each secondary entrance of a subdivision or development, which shall be restricted to a Ground Sign, not to exceed twenty (20) square feet in area and the height shall be limited to four (4) feet.
(B)
Bed and Breakfast Establishments.
(1)
On a parcel where a bed and breakfast establishment is located a Sign not exceeding four (4) square feet is allowed to be attached to the home and a permit is not required. A free standing sign not exceeding six (6) square feet is also allowed; a permit is required.
(C)
Temporary Signs.
(1)
No more than two (2) Temporary Signs shall be placed on a parcel and each sign shall be set back a minimum of five (5) feet from any road right-of-way and ten (10) feet from all side property lines.
(2)
Subdivisions or other similar developments undergoing construction. One (1) Temporary Sign may be permitted for each parcel undergoing construction. The Temporary Sign shall not exceed five (5) square feet and shall not be located closer than ten (10) feet to all property line or twenty-five (25) feet from any right-of-way.
(Ord. No. 2017-01, § 1, 4-5-17)