ORD 2600 ORDINANCE NO : eo . �
AN ORDINANCE repealing and replacing Chapter 18 . 15 of the
Camas Municipal Code to clarify regulations and administration of
the permitting of signs in the City of Camas .
The Council of the City of Camas do ordain as follows :
Section I
Chapter 18 . 15 of the Camas Municipal Code is hereby repealed .
Section II
A new Chapter 18 . 15 is hereby adopted as set forth in Exhibit " A " attached hereto and by
this reference incorporated herein, following public hearing held on November 1 , 2010 .
Section III
This Ordinance shall take force and be in effect five ( 5 ) days from and after its
publication according to law .
PASSED BY the Council and APPROVED by the Mayor this j It day of
Al s , 2010 .
SIGNED .
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EXHIBIT " A "
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Sections .
18 . 15 . 010 Purpose
18 . 15 . 020 Scope
18 . 15 . 030 Maintenance and repair of signs
18 . 15 . 040 General definitions and regulations
18 . 15 . 050 Signs controlled by zoning district
18 . 15 . 060 General sign permit requirements
18 . 15 . 070 Master sign permit requirements
18 . 15 . 080 Signs prohibited
18 . 15 . 090 Exemptions
18 . 15 . 100 Temporary signs
18 . 15 . 110 Sign illumination
18 . 15 . 120 Nonconforming signs
18 . 15 . 010Purpose
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The city council finds that the manner of the construction , location , and maintenance of signs
affects the public health , safety , and welfare of the people ; the safety of motorists , and other users of
the public streets are affected by the number, size , location , lighting , and movement of signs that divert
attention of such users . Uncontrolled and unlimited signs may degrade the aesthetic attractiveness of
the natural and man - made attributes of the community that could undermine economic value of
tourism , visitation , and economic growth . The regulations in this chapter are found to be the minimum
necessary to achieve these purposes .
18 . 15 . 02 0 Scope
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The primary intent of this chapter shall be to regulate signs of a commercial nature intending to be
viewed from any vehicular or pedestrian right - of- way . This chapter shall not apply to building design , to
official traffic or government signs , or to any sign authorized or permitted by any other ordinance or
resolution of the city . This section shall further not apply to the display of street numbers or to any
display or construction not defined herein as a sign .
18 . 15 . 030 Maintenance and repair of signs
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A . All signs and all components thereof, including supports , braces and anchors , shall be kept in a
state of good repair . With respect to freestanding signs , components not bearing a message shall be
constructed of materials that blend with the surrounding environment .
B . Abandoned signs and all supporting structural components shall be removed by the sign owner,
owner of the property where the sign is located , or other party having control over the sign . Each is
individually and severally responsible for removing such sign within thirty days after abandonment ,
unless such sign is replaced with a conforming sign .
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C . If a sign suffers more than fifty percent damage or deterioration as determined or is dangerous
because of insecure construction or fastening with resultant danger of falling by the building official , or
because it is an extreme fire hazard as determined by the fire marshal then such sign shall be brought
into conformance with this code or removed .
18 . 15 . 040 General definitions and regulations
A . Regulated . In the event that a definition is not listed in this section and is necessary in the
interpretation of this chapter, the director shall primarily rely upon the general definitions established
for this title , and secondarily on the definition found in a standard English dictionary . For the purpose of
this chapter the following definitions and regulations shall apply .
identifies or advertises a bona fide business , service ,
1 . " Abandoned " means a sign which no longer
owner, product , or activity, and / or for which no legal owner can be found .
2 . " Awning " is a structure that may support a sign . An awning is a shelter projecting from , and
supported by , the exterior wall of a building , constructed of non - rigid materials on a supporting
framework . [ Refer to " awning signs " ]
3 . " Commercial " means the purpose of the sign is to engage in commerce , or to advertise for one ' s
work that is intended for sale .
4 . " Date of adoption " means the date the ordinance codified in this chapter was originally adopted
or the effective date of an amendment to it , if the amendment makes a sign nonconforming .
5 . " Height " is defined at " Dimensions of Signs " within this chapter .
6 . " Internally illuminated " means signs where the source of the illumination is inside the sign and
light emanates through the message of the sign , rather than being reflected off the surface of
the sign from an external source . Neon signs are considered internally illuminated signs .
7 . " Multiple building complex " means a group of structures housing at least one retail business ,
office , commercial venture , or independent or separate part of a business which shares the
same lot .
8 . " Off- premise sign " means a sign that advertises products , services , or facilities , or directs person
to premises different than where the sign is placed .
9 . " On - premise sign " means a sign that advertises products or services related to the building or
structure where it is located .
10 . " Permanent " sign means a sign that is intended to remain for the life of the project or business
without fundamental or marked changes and is attached to a building or structure by means of a
rigid wall , frame , or structure .
11 . " Public Right - of- Way" . There are two distinctions of right - of way . " Privately maintained right - of-
way " means that portion of the public right - of- way maintained by the abutting property owner .
" Publicly maintained right - of- way " means that portion of the public right - of- way maintained by
the City of Camas or other public agency . Signs placed in the public right - of- way must be
located outside vision clearance areas and may not pose a traffic hazard or other threat to
human safety .
12 . " Sign " means any device , structure , or placard using graphics , logos , symbols , and / or written
copy designed specifically for the purpose of advertising or identifying any establishment ,
product , goods , or services .
13 . " Sign area is defined at " Dimensions of Signs " within this chapter .
14 . " Sign schedule " means a listing of multiple signs proposed within an application or
development project , which consists of dimensions and descriptions , normally this is in a tabular
format ( e . g . spreadsheet ) .
15 . " Site plan " means a drawing of the location of a sign or multiple signs within the city limits .
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B . Sign Types - Regulations and Limitations .
In the event that a sign type as provided in this section is in conflict with provisions elsewhere in this
chapter, the more restrictive criteria shall apply .
1 . " Animated sign " [ Refer to " electronic message board " sign ] .
2 . " Awning signs " . Signage on awnings shall not exceed thirty percent of the awning and shall
be included in the combined sign calculation for particular business or storefront .
3 . " Banner" is a sign constructed of fabric , vinyl or other non rigid , durable material that can
withstand the typical weather in this area , and do not exceed sixty ( 60 ) square - feet in size .
Banners primarily announce a special occasion , such as a grand opening or special event .
National , state or municipal flags are not considered banners .
4 . " Bulletin board " is often installed to provide a central location for people to gather
information about events or classes that are happening within the building or community in
which it is installed . Bulletin boards are included in the overall signage calculation for the
site . They are not electronic , LED or otherwise programmable for messaging .
5 . " Cabinet sign " is generally a wall sign . This type of sign is usually internally illuminated with
a removable face and is enclosed on all edges with a metal cabinet , and does not extend
more than ten inches from the wall face that it is mounted .
6 . " Construction sign " means a temporary sign identifying an architect , contractor,
subcontractor, and / or material supplier participating in construction on the property on
which the sign is located .
7 . " Directory sign " identifies two or more establishments and / or the complex as a whole . If a
tenant in a multi - building complex has a sign on the freestanding directory sign , then the
tenant shall not have an individual freestanding sign . Directory sign area may not exceed
one - hundred square feet .
8 . " Electronic message board sign " , animated sign , and LED sign are considered to be similar
sign types for purposes of this chapter . These signs use changing lights to form a message ,
or messages in sequence , uses movement or change of lighting to depict action or create a
special effect or scene . This element of a sign may not exceed 30 % of total sign area or 100
square feet , whichever is greater . This calculation does not including post or mounting
framework . The electronic board must avoid using flashing , rotating or blinking lights .
9 . " Entrance structure " Refer to " monument sign " .
10 . " Free - standing sign " is attached to , erected on , or supported by some structure ( such as a
pole , mast , frame , or other structure ) that is not itself an integral part of or attached to a
building or other structure whose principal function is something other than the support of
a sign .
a . Height limit . Freestanding sign height shall not exceed twenty - five feet from the
ground to the top of sign in any zone .
b . Construction . Rigid , fire - proof material that can withstand wind pressure of 30
mph per square foot .
c . Combination . A free - standing sign is permitted in combination with wall signs ;
however the size of all permitted signs cannot exceed the overall size permitted
per building face per zone . A freestanding sign is not permitted in combination
with a projecting or monument sign .
11 . " Incidental sign " means a small sign , two square feet or less in surface area . Included are
decals informing the public of goods , facilities , or services available on the premises , e . g . ,
designating restrooms , a credit card sign , hours of operation , or " help wanted " . May also
contain the name or logo of an establishment, e . g . , parking , or exit and entrance signs .
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Incidental signs if placed in windows may not cover more than twenty - five percent of
window area in combination with any other permitted signs .
12 . " Monument sign " is a sign not attached to a building , not more than five feet in height or
twenty feet in length , which is attached to the ground by means of a wide base of solid
appearance . Monument signs must be designed so as to be compatible with adjacent
architecture and landscaping , and must be constructed with materials conductive to
abutting structures and the surrounding area . They may not be constructed from fabric or
banner material .
13 . " Pennant " is a small , double - faced sign that is intended to be viewed by pedestrians and is
hung above the sidewalk or street , with the bottom edge conforming to sign height
regulations . Pennants may not exceed four square feet , may not be placed closer than
twenty feet apart , and are constructed of fabric or other durable materials with a message ,
logo or artistic rendering on the sign face .
14 . " Portable sign " means any sign designed to be moved easily, and not permanently affixed to
the ground , or other permanent structure , to include such other descriptive names such as
" A - frame " , " sandwich board " , and " poster panels " .
a . Size . The sign shall not exceed forty - two ( 42 ) inches above ground , and six ( 6 )
square feet in sign area per side .
b . Construction . Portable signs shall be firmly and solidly constructed so as to be
able to bear a wind pressure of at least thirty pounds per square foot of area .
c . Location . It is unlawful to erect or maintain any portable sign in such a position
as to obstruct any fire escape or any window or door leading thereto , or within
vision clearance at intersections ; and must allow for a pedestrian clearance of
five ( 5 ) feet on sidewalks .
d . Portable signs may only be displayed during business hours . If business hours
continue past daylight hours , precautions should be taken to place the sign in a
location that is visible after dark .
e . One sign per business entity and located on same lot as business entity .
15 . " Poster" is a piece of sales literature that presents information through words and graphic
images . It has text and symbols or pictures to convey an idea or concept . Usually, it is
designed vertically and displayed on a wall or window . Posters where allowed may not
exceed six ( 6 ) square feet .
16 . " Projecting sign " is a sign affixed to a building or wall in such a manner that its leading edge
extends more than ten inches beyond the surface of such building or wall .
17 . " Real estate sign " means a temporary sign advertising that real estate is for rent , lease , or
sale .
18 . " Roof sign " means any sign erected over or on the roof of a building . The roof sign may not
exceed the maximum building height allowed in the zoning district in which it is located . If
the zoning district has no limitation to building height , then the height from base of sign
shall not exceed that of a free - standing sign , which is limited to 254eet tall .
19 . " Sandwich board sign " [ Refer to definition of " Portable Sign " ]
20 . "Temporary sign " means a sign that is used in connection with a circumstance , situation , or
event that is designed , intended or expected to take place or to be completed within a
reasonably short or definite period after erection of such signs or is intended to remain on
the location where it is erected or placed for a short period of time [ Refer to additional
requirements in Section 18 . 15 . 090 CMC ] . " Temporary signs " include , but are not limited to
the following examples .
a . Political signs advocating political candidates or political issues ;
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b . Real estate signs advertising property for sale or lease ;
c . Construction signs identifying the builder of a structure or the developer of a residential ,
commercial or industrial developments
d . Special event signs or banners advertising grand openings , fairs , carnivals , circuses ,
festivals ; or
e . Community events , garage and yard sale signs , and any other sign of a similar purpose .
21 . " Vehicular sign " means a sign adhered to or mounted to the vehicle body that is parked
along a vehicular right away for the principle purpose of displaying advertising .
22 . " Wall sign " is any permanent sign that is attached parallel to and extending not more than
ten inches from the wall of a building . This includes painted , individual letter, cabinet signs
and signs attached to a mansard roof ( if constructed at an angle of seventy - five degrees or
more from horizontal ) . No more than two wall signs are permitted per building face , and in
combination with all other permitted signs shall not exceed ten percent of wall area .
C . Determination of number of signs .
1 . For the purpose of determining the number of signs permitted , a sign shall be
considered to be a single display surface or display device containing elements
organized , related , and composed to form a unit . Where matter is displayed in a random
manner without organized relationship of elements , each element shall be considered a
single sign . A two - sided or multi- sided sign shall be regarded as one sign if the sign faces
are identical .
2 . Only one ( 1 ) projecting or monument sign is permitted per street frontage ( either one or
the other ) and neither is permitted in combination with a freestanding sign , per lot .
3 . Only one ( 1 ) permanent sign per lot in residential zones .
4 . Combination . Only one ( 1 ) free - standing sign may be allowed per street frontage for
each commercial and industrial zoned lot on which the business is located in
combination with a maximum of two ( 2 ) wall signs ( if the lot does not contain a
monument or projecting sign ) . The combined square footage of signs may not exceed
size allowance per building face per zone . If lot contains a multi - building complex a
directory sign is permitted in combination with a free - standing sign and wall signs . For a
multi - building complex with property frontage that exceeds three - hundred feet , an
additional freestanding sign may be allowed for each three hundred feet and set apart
no less than one - hundred feet .
5 . Refer to "Temporary Sign " section of this chapter for limitation on number of temporary
signs .
D . Dimensions of signs
1 . Sign Area . The sign area is defined as the area of the surface , or surfaces , which displays
letters or symbols identifying the business or businesses occupying the parcel , together with
any allowable electronic message board . In calculating the sign area , the following apply :
a . The sign area shall not include the base or pedestal to which the sign is
mounted .
b . The sign surface area of a double - faced ( back - to - back ) sign shall be
calculated by using the area of only one side of such sign and shall be
considered one sign structure .
c . The sign surface area of double - faced signs constructed in a " V " shall be
calculated by using the area of only one side of such sign and shall be
considered one sign structure .
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d . The sign surface area of three dimensional signs shall be computed by
including the total of all sides designed to attract attention or communicate
information that can be seen at any one time by a person from one vantage
point .
2 . Sign Height . Height is measured from the finished grade at the point of support to the
topmost point of a sign . Height limitations are determined by type of sign as defined in this
chapter .
3 . Placement . All signs , unless attached to a building must be set back from the property
line by a minimum of five feet , unless otherwise stated in this chapter . Setbacks may be
increased or decreased during plan review if there are concerns for vision clearance or other
public safety concerns . Signs must provide a minimum clearance of fourteen feet over any
vehicular use area , and ten feet over any pedestrian area .
18 . 15 . 050 Signs controlled by zoning district
The following table identifies signs by zoning district as permitted ( P ) , prohibited ( X ) , or only allowed
with a Conditional Use Permit ( C ) . All permitted signs are subject to the requirements of this chapter,
and any other applicable sections of CMC . If dimensions of a sign vary by zone , then it is noted in this
table .
Table 1 - Signs controlled by Zoning District
Sign Types Residential and Commercial and LI / BP
as defined in this chapter Multi - family Industrial Zones
Zones
Animated / Electronic message board signs C P P
Awning signs X P P
Bulletin board P4 P2 P2
Cabinet X P2 P2
Directory sign X P P
Free - standing sign X P2 P2, 3
Incidental sign P P P
Monument sign P4 P P
Portable sign X P2 P2'
Projecting sign X P2 P2
Roof sign X P2 P
Temporary sign ( e . g . construction signs , real estate , banners , and P1 P213 P213
other sign types as defined in this chapter )
Vehicular signs P P P
Wall signs P1 P2 P2
1 . Sign may not exceed six square feet in area per lot unless approved with a Master Sign Permit ,
2 . Sign may not exceed ten percent of the size of the wall area in combination with all other
permitted signs on the same plane and visible from public view unless approved with a Master Sign
Permit .
3 . If lot is vacant , then sign is limited to ninety - six square feet .
4 . Only allowed if approved in combination with a Type III development permit .
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18 . 15 . 060 General sign permit requirements
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A . Sign permit required .
1 . Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, no sign may be erected , placed , or
substantially altered in the city except in accordance with the provisions of this chapter and
the requirements of the International Building Code , current adopted edition .
2 . If plans submitted for a Conditional Use Permit ( Type III permit ) or Design Review include
sign construction plans in sufficient detail to determine compliance with the provisions of
this chapter, then issuance of such conditional use or design review may constitute approval
of the proposed placement of sign or signs ( other structural / mechanical permits may be
required ) .
B . Application Requirements . Applications for a General Sign Permit shall contain the following
information when submitted to the Community Development Department at a minimum :
1 . Application form and payment of current fee .
2 . Site Plan . Drawn to scale showing the subject property , streets , all existing buildings , and the
location of any existing freestanding signs , utility poles and other structures within fifty feet of
the proposed new sign ' s location ;
3 . Construction Drawings . Includes the structural details of the proposed sign , including its
dimensions , heights , materials , type of illumination , landscaping ( if required ) and structural
support ;
4 . Photographs . Provide photographs of all existing signs on the subject property and building ( s ) ,
and marked to indicate the proposed location of the new sign ( s ) . Staff will accept original
photos, color copies or compatible electronic format ( e . g . compact disc ) .
5 . When required by the building official , the construction of the sign may require submittal of
structural and /or mechanical drawings prepared by a licensed Washington State professional .
18 . 15 . 070 Master sign permit requirements
A . Purpose . The purpose of this section is to establish a binding Master Sign Permit that will allow
for placement of both permanent and temporary signs on a group of lots or within a business complex ,
in order to encourage comprehensive sign design , and reward proper placement and prompt removal of
temporary signs , which combined will benefit the city by reducing municipal costs for code
enforcement . This section allows the size of signs on a lot or within a zoning district to be exceeded and
other bonuses as set forth . Individual signs may be permitted by the building department without
additional General Sign Permits after a Master Sign Permit has been approved .
B . Application Requirements . Applications for a Master Sign Permit shall contain the following
materials in addition to the requirements for a General Sign Permit :
1 . Application form and payment of current fee as determined by resolution .
2 . Site Plan . Site plan shall include the proposed placement of all signs , both on - premises and
off- premises .
3 . Consent of property owner for placement of signs within privately - maintained right - of- way
or on private lots .
4 . Sign Schedule — existing conditions . The schedule will include a calculation of the combined
maximum sign area permitted and the number of signs allowed on the proposed lot ( s ) .
5 . Sign Schedule — proposed . The schedule will include a calculation of the combined total
sign area included in the plan , sign types , number, and short descripti
proposed son .
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6 . Construction Plans . Detailed construction plans shall be provided at a reasonable scale to
include type of material and method of installation .
7 . Time frame for installation of each sign indicated on plan .
8 . Narrative that supports how this application meets or exceeds the criteria for approval for a
Master Sign Permit and other regulations in this chapter .
C . Maximum total area of all signs . The combined sign area of all proposed signs on a lot or lots
under consideration for a Master Sign Permit shall not exceed ten ( 10 ) percent of the total ground floor
area ( GFA ) of the building ( s ) or in the case of a vacant lot then ten ( 10 ) percent of the area of building
lot coverage .
D . Bonus . If the owners of two or more contiguous ( disregarding intervening streets and alleys )
lots or the owner of a single lot with more than one building ( not including any accessory building ) file
with the Director for such lots a Master Signage Plan conforming with the provisions of this section , a
thirty percent ( 30 % ) increase in the maximum total sign area of that zone shall be allowed for each
included lot . This bonus shall be allocated within each lot as the owner ( s ) elects . Or if a subdivision ,
then the applicant may combine potential sign area from multiple lots for a single sign to be no greater
than thirty - two ( 32 ) square feet in lieu of the residential zone size limitation of six square feet .
E . Criteria of Approval for Master Sign Permit
1 . Provisions have been made to have a consistent design with regard to : color schemes
lettering or graphic styles lighting ; location of each sign on the buildings or on the lots or
elsewhere ; material ; and sign proportions .
2 . Provisions have been made to install signs that will not detract from the natural beauty of the
city or contribute to urban blight .
3 . The locations of off- premises signs do not exceed one sign per radius of 3004eet .
4 . The application and plans shall be consistent with the applicable regulations of the adopted
development codes , comprehensive plans , shoreline master plan , state and local environmental
acts and ordinances in accordance with RCW 36 . 7013 . 030 .
F . Approval and Modification . The designated official shall approve a master sign permit and
subsequent modifications . Any deviation from the approved master sign permit such as additional signs ,
relocating signs , and any other changes ( excluding tenant name changes and maintenance ) shall require
a modification to the master sign permit on file with the city .
G . Expiration . Master Sign Permits expire in two years from date of issuance unless installation of at
least one sign of the Master Sign Permit has been installed prior to that date .
18 . 15 . 080 Signs prohibited
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The following signs are specifically prohibited in the city .
A . Signs attached to any telephone or utility poles
B . Signs located in such a manner so that by location , color, size , shape , nature would tend to
obstruct the view or be confused with official traffic signage .
C . Signs advertising activities that are illegal under state or federal laws , or regulations in effect at
the location of such signs , or at the location of such activities .
D . Signs emitting pollutants ( e . g . smoke , or sound ) .
E . Posters . The tacking or pasting of posters to exterior walls , which are visible from the public
right - of- way , is prohibited unless otherwise permitted as a sign in this chapter .
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18 . 15 . 090 Exemptions
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A . No permit is required for mere repainting ; changing the message of a sign , or routine
maintenance shall not in and of itself be considered a substantial alteration .
B . Although no permits will be issued , compliance with this chapter is required .
C . Signs that are exempt and that do not require a permit are as follows :
1 . Signs not exceeding six square feet in area that are customarily associated with
residential use , and that are not of a commercial nature , such as : signs giving property
identification names or numbers , or names of occupants ; signs on mailboxes or
newspaper tubes ; and signs posted on private property that warn the public against
trespassing or danger from animals ;
2 . Integral decorative or architectural features of buildings , or works of art , so long as such
features or works do not contain commercial trademarks , moving parts , or lights ( e . g .
commemorative plaques or inscriptions with the name of a building , its date of
construction ) . Feature must be attached to the face of the building and shall not exceed
three square feet in sign area .
3 . Signs painted on or otherwise permanently attached to currently licensed motor
vehicles ;
4 . Traffic or other municipal signs , signs required by law , legal notices , or signs of public
utility companies indicating danger ,
5 . Flag , emblem , or insignia of a nation or other governmental unit or institution , or non
profit organization subject to the guidelines concerning their use set forth by the
government or organization which they represent ;
6 . Signs located in the interior of a building or within a sport complex that are designed
and located to be viewed exclusively by patrons within the building or sport complex ;
18 . 15 . 100 Temporary signs
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A . Temporary signs are exempt from permit requirements as described in this section . Although no
permits will be issued , compliance with this chapter is required . Temporary signs may be permitted
with a Master Sign Permit as described in this chapter .
1 . Number . One sign per lot , per candidate , issue or event .
2 . Size . Refer to " Table 1 ” of this chapter for sign dimensions per zoning district and bonuses
as allowed with a Master Sign Permit .
3 . Consent . If displayed on private property, the responsible party must obtain consent of
property owner .
B . Temporary signs may not be illuminated .
C . Removal . Temporary signs shall be removed by sign owner within ten days after occurrence of
the event . For example , political signs should therefore be removed within ten days following an
election , real estate signs should be removed within ten days following sale or lease of the property,
construction signs should be removed within ten days following issuance of the certificate of occupancy
for the building , special event signs should be removed within ten days after occurrence of the special
event, and yard and garage sale signs should be removed within ten days following the sale .
D . Confiscation . The city or property owner may confiscate signs installed in violation of this
chapter and dispose of it . The property owner is not responsible for notifying owners of confiscation of
Illegal sign .
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18 . 15 . 110 Sign illumination
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Unless otherwise prohibited by this chapter, signs may be illuminated if such illumination is in
accordance with this section .
A . No sign within one hundred fifty feet ( 150 ) of a residential district may be illuminated between
the hours of midnight and six a . m . , unless the impact of such lighting beyond the boundaries of the lot
where it is located is entirely inconsequential .
B . Lighting directed toward a sign shall be hooded or shielded so that it illuminates only the face of
the sign and does not shine directly onto a public right - of- way or a residential property .
C . Except as herein provided , internally illuminated signs are not permitted in residential districts .
Where permitted , internally illuminated signs may not be illuminated during hours that the business or
enterprise advertised by such sign is not open for business , or in operation .
18 . 15 . 12 0 Nonconforming signs
A . Existing signs which do not conform to the specific provisions of the chapter may be eligible for
the designation " legal nonconforming " ; provided that :
1 . The building department determines that such signs are properly maintained and do not in
any way endanger the public ;
2 . The sign was covered by a permit deemed valid by the city, or complied with all applicable
laws on the date on which it was established .
B . A " legal nonconforming " sign may lose this designation if the following occur :
1 . The sign is relocated or replaced ;
2 . The structure or size of the sign is altered in any way except toward compliance with this
chapter . This does not refer to change of copy or normal message ;
3 . The business , use , or product for which the sign is directed has been abandoned ( has not
occurred on the property for a period of six consecutive months ) . The burden of demonstrating
non - abandonment shall be on the owner .
C . Removal of non - conforming signs . A sign which has been removed and held by the city longer
than thirty days and not recovered by its owner, shall be declared abandoned and discarded by the city .
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