§ 20-1275. Construction standards.

(a)

A freestanding sign or sign structure shall be constructed so that if the faces are not back to back, then they shall not have an angle separating the faces exceeding 45 degrees, unless the total area of both sides added together does not exceed the maximum allowable sign area for that district.

45 Degree Maximum Angle

(b)

All on-premises freestanding signs must have structural supports covered or concealed with pole covers. The actual structural supports should not be exposed, and the covers should be architecturally and aesthetically designed to match the building. Pole covers shall be a minimum height of eight feet. The exposed uprights, superstructure and/or backside of all signs shall be painted a neutral color such as light blue, gray, brown or white, unless it can be illustrated that such part of the sign designed or painted in another manner is integral to the overall design of the sign.

Shopping Center

(c)

The installation of electrical signs shall be subject to the National Electrical Code, as adopted and amended by the city. Electrical service to such sign shall be underground.

(d)

No sign shall be attached or be allowed to hang from any building until all necessary wall and roof attachments have been approved by the building official. Any canopy or awning sign shall have a minimum of an eight-foot clearance.

(e)

Illuminated signs shall be shielded to prevent lights from being directed at oncoming traffic in such brilliance that it impairs the vision of the driver. No such signs shall interfere with or obscure an official traffic sign or signal; this includes indoor signs which are visible from public streets. Illumination for a sign or groups of signs shall not exceed one-half foot candle in brightness as measured at the property line.