Subchapter - Signs, §§ 154.190-154.201

Signage

• Architecturally incorporated signs

  Architecturally incorporated signs: By special permit only, no limit on duration.

• Maximum business sign heightMaximum heightThe tallest a building may be, given in feet, in storeys, or both — whichever binds first.96 in

  Overall heights of signs shall not exceed 96 inches for business signs.

• Maximum residential sign heightMaximum heightThe tallest a building may be, given in feet, in storeys, or both — whichever binds first.48 in

  Overall heights of signs shall not exceed 48 inches for residential signs.

• NonconformingNonconformingLawful when built, but not compliant with the rules now in force; usually allowed to continue but not to expand. signs

  Legal signs in existence prior to enactment may continue; any change in design, size or color requires a special exception by the town council.

• ProhibitedProhibitedNot allowed in the district at all, short of rezoning or a variance. sign materials and colors

  No sign shall have PVC pipe framing. No sign shall have day-glo or fluorescent colors.

• ProhibitedProhibitedNot allowed in the district at all, short of rezoning or a variance. sign types

  Off-premise billboards, feather signs (except temporary special event exception), motion/rotation signs, roof signs, flashing lights, portable trailer-mounted signs, long-term parked vehicles with signs (>2 weeks), signs on property without consent, signs painted directly on building without approval, and any other sign not permitted.

• Sign inspection and maintenance

  Zoning administrator shall inspect all permanent signs at least once a year; defective signs must be repaired or removed within 30 days of notice.

• Sign violation fine100 dollars

  Fines for noncompliance not to exceed $100.00.

• Temporary signs

  Temporary signs with 30-day limit shall pay no fee. Feather signs permitted during special events: max 2 signs, business hours only, max 4 days at a time, max 15 days per month.

• Approval for unlisted signs

  Any sign not specifically authorized in this subchapter must be approved by the zoning administrator, appealable to the board of zoning appeals.