40.240.200    Signs (REPEALED)

A.    Signs may be allowed pursuant in all zoning districts in the General Management Area to the following provisions:

1.    Except for signs along public highways necessary for public safety, traffic control or road construction which are consistent with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, the following signs are prohibited:

a.    Luminous signs or those with intermittent or flashing lights. These include neon signs, fluorescent signs, light displays and other signs which are internally illuminated, exclusive of seasonal holiday light displays.

b.    New billboards.

c.    Signs with moving elements.

d.    Portable or wheeled signs, or signs on parked vehicles where the sign is the primary use of the vehicle.

2.    Any sign which does not conform with a provision of this section and has existed prior to adoption of the Management Plan shall be considered nonconforming and subject to the following:

a.    Alteration of existing nonconforming signs shall comply with this section.

b.    Any nonconforming sign used by a business must be brought into conformance concurrent with any expansion or change in use which requires a development permit.

3.    The following may be permitted without review, subject to consistency with Section 40.240.200(A)(1):

a.    Ordinary repair and maintenance of signs.

b.    Election signs. Removal shall be accomplished within thirty (30) days of election day.

c.    “For Sale” signs not greater than twelve (12) square feet. Removal shall be accomplished within thirty (30) days of close of sale.

d.    Temporary construction site identification, public service company, safety or information signs not greater than thirty-two (32) square feet. Exceptions may be granted for public highway signs necessary for public safety and consistent with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Removal shall be accomplished within thirty (30) days of project completion.

e.    Signs posted on private property warning the public against trespassing, danger from animals, the private nature of a road, driveway or premises, or signs prohibiting or otherwise controlling fishing or hunting, provided such signs are not greater than six (6) square feet.

f.    Temporary signs advertising civil, social, or political gatherings and activities not exceeding twelve (12) square feet. Removal shall be accomplished within thirty (30) days of the close of the event.

g.    Signs posted by governmental jurisdictions giving notice to the public. Such signs shall be no larger than that required to convey the message intended.

h.    Signs associated with the use of a building or buildings, if placed flat on the outside walls of buildings, not on roofs or marquees.

4.    All signs shall meet the following guidelines unless they conflict with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for public safety, traffic control or highway construction signs. In such cases, the standards in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices shall supersede these guidelines.

a.    The support structure shall be unobtrusive and have low visual impact.

b.    Lettering colors with sufficient contrast to provide clear message communication shall be allowed. Colors of signs shall blend with their setting to the maximum extent practicable.

c.    Backs of all signs shall be unobtrusive, non-reflective, and blend in with the setting.

d.    Spot lighting of signs may be allowed where needed for night visibility. Backlighting is not permitted for signs.

5.    Business identification or facility entry signs located on the premises may be allowed, subject to Section 40.240.200(A)(4).

6.    Other signs not addressed or expressly prohibited by this rule may be permitted without review.

B.    Signs in the Special Management Area shall be allowed pursuant to the following provisions:

1.    Prohibited Signs.

a.    Advertising billboards.

b.    Signs that move or give the appearance of moving, except signs used for highway construction, warning or safety.

c.    Portable or wheeled signs, or signs on parked vehicles where the sign is the primary use of the vehicle, except for signs used for highway construction, warning or safety.

2.    Pre-existing signs are allowed to continue provided no changes occur in size, structure, color, or message.

3.    Temporary signs shall be permitted without review when in compliance with Section 40.240.200(B)(6) and the following:

a.    One (1) political sign per parcel of road frontage. The sign shall be no greater than twelve (12) square feet in area. Removal shall be accomplished within thirty (30) days of election day.

b.    “For Sale” signs not greater than twelve (12) square feet, removal shall be accomplished within thirty (30) days of close of sale.

c.    One (1) temporary construction site identification sign which is not greater than thirty-two (32) square feet. Removal shall be accomplished within thirty (30) days of project completion.

d.    Signs providing direction to and announcement of temporary garage/yard sales provided placement duration does not exceed three (3) days and the signs are not greater than two (2) square feet in area.

e.    Temporary signs, not exceeding twelve (12) square feet and placed no longer than ten (10) days in advance of the event, advertising civil, social, or political gatherings and activities. Removal must be accomplished within thirty (30) days of the close of the event.

f.    Temporary signs of public service companies indicating danger and/or service and safety information. Removal must be accomplished upon project completion.

4.    New signs shall be allowed as specified in the applicable zoning district.

5.    No sign shall be erected or placed in such a manner that it may interfere with, be confused with, or obstruct the view of any traffic sign, signal, or device.

6.    All new signs shall meet the following guidelines, and be consistent with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices:

a.    Signs shall be maintained in a neat, clean and attractive condition.

b.    The character and composition of sign materials shall be harmonious with the landscape and/or related to and compatible with the main structure upon which the sign is attached.

c.    Signs shall be placed flat on the outside walls of buildings, not on roofs or marquees.

d.    Signs shall be unobtrusive and have low contrast with the setting.

e.    The visual impact of the support structure shall be minimized.

f.    Outdoor sign lighting shall be used for purposes of illumination only, and shall not be designed for, or used as, an advertising display, except for road safety signs.

g.    Backs of all signs shall be visually unobtrusive, non-reflective, and blend in with the setting.

h.    Sign internal illumination or backlighting shall not be permitted except for highway construction, warning or safety.

7.    Public signs shall meet the following guidelines in addition to Sections 40.240.200(B)(2) through (B)(6):

a.    The Graphic Signing System provides design guidelines for public signs in and adjacent to public road rights-of-way. All new and replacement public signs shall conform to the guidelines in this system. Types of signs addressed include recreation site entry, route marker, interpretive, guide, directional, and urban area entry.

b.    Signs located outside public road rights-of-way are encouraged to be designed in such a way as to be consistent with similar purpose signs described in the Graphic Signing System.

c.    Signs posted by governmental jurisdictions giving notice to the public shall be no larger than that required to convey the intended message.

8.    Signs for public and commercial recreation facilities, home occupations, and commercial uses shall meet the following guidelines in addition to Sections 40.240.200(B)(2) through (B)(6):

a.    Signs posted on private property warning the public against trespassing, danger from animals, the private nature of a road, driveway or premises, or signs prohibiting or otherwise controlling fishing or hunting, provided such signs are not greater than two (2) square feet.

b.    Any sign advertising or relating to a business which is discontinued for a period of thirty (30) consecutive days shall be presumed to be abandoned and shall be removed within thirty (30) days thereafter, unless permitted otherwise by the jurisdictional authority.

c.    Any signs relating to, or advertising, a business shall be brought into conformance with these sign guidelines prior to any expansion or change in use which is subject to review.

d.    Off-site and on-site directional signs on approach roads to recreational facilities may be permitted. Name and interpretive signs may be permitted on-site, but should be kept to the minimum required to achieve the purpose(s) of the facilities.

e.    Commercial recreation businesses approved in conjunction with a recreational facility may have a name sign not exceeding sixteen (16) square feet.

f.    Recreation developments may have one (1) on-premises name sign at each principal entrance. Such signs are encouraged to be of a low profile, monument type, and shall conform to the Graphic Signing System.

9.    Sign clutter and other negative visual effects from excessive signs along all roads and highways, and at parking lots and recreation facilities, shall be reduced.

10.    Directional and safety signs are allowed to the extent necessary to satisfy requirements for smooth traffic flow and public safety. All parties and jurisdictions placing such signs must do so in accordance with the Graphic Signing System, consistent with the standards in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.