Extracted standards
4 individual requirements pulled out of this section’s prose, each with the sentence it came from.
Signage
Historic district signs, containing information relating to the historic, architectural, cultural, or archeological significance of the district. The maximum size sign permitted is twelve (12) square feet, with a maximum height of nine (9) feet. The sign plan for historic district signs must be submitted with the rezoning application for the historic district.
- HistoricHistoric districtAn area where exterior changes need design review to protect its character. site signs
Historic site signs, up to a maximum of one (1) for each site, structure, or landmark registered with the Virginia Landmarks Register or the National Historic Register are permitted in all zoning districts. The maximum size sign permitted is twelve (12) square feet, with a maximum height of nine (9) feet.
- Location signs
Location sign: Such signs may be freestanding and may be located within the public right-of-way, provided written permission is obtained from the Administrator. Only one (1) location sign per establishment is permitted.
- Neighborhood identification signs
Neighborhood identification signs, meeting the requirements of this subsection, may be located in any zoning district. (1) A neighborhood identification sign shall be a monument style sign with a permanent base, not to exceed five (5) feet from the grade in height. (2) The maximum sign area shall be eight (8) square feet. (3) The sign shall not be illuminated. (4) A neighborhood identification sign shall be located in the public right-of-way, or where insufficient right-of-way exists, within five (5) feet of the right-of-way. A neighborhood identification sign may be located within a median if approved by the Town Engineer and Director of Public Works. (5) A maximum of four (4) neighborhood identification signs is permitted for any single neighborhood planning area, as designated by the Department of Planning and Building. (6) Every application for a neighborhood identification sign shall be referred to the Historic or Design Review Board, for advisory review.
From the ordinance
Historic site signs, up to a maximum of one (1) for each site, structure, or landmark registered with the Virginia Landmarks Register or the National Historic Register are permitted in all zoning districts.