8.26.04 Definitions

All definitions are attempted to be clearly written within the paragraph pertaining to such work within the body of this chapter, but those not precisely defined within the body of the chapter shall be defined by the definitions within this Section. If any word is not clearly defined, the generally accepted meaning of such word shall apply. (1) Abandoned Sign. Any sign applicable to use that has been discontinued for a period of forty-five (45) days. (2) Alterations. Alterations as applied to a sign means change or rearrangement in the structural parts or its design, whether by extending on a side, by increasing in area or height, or in moving from one location or position to another. It also means changing the copy of a sign to name a new business or type of business. (3) Animated Sign. A sign that involves motion or rotation of any part or display of flashing, chasing or intermittent lights. (4) Artistic or Decorative Sign. A sign placed on the base of a statue, sculpture, monument or approved object other than the display of an item to be sold or traded. (5) Awning Sign. A roofed structure constructed of fabric, canvas, vinyl, or metal so as to extend outward from the building providing a functional protective shield for doors, windows, and other openings with supports extending back to the building. (6) Billboard. A large sign that identifies or communicates a commercial or non-commercial message related to an activity conducted, a service rendered, or a commodity sold at a location other than where the sign is located. (7) Building. A building for retail businesses may be defined as an independent unit regardless if it is connected by a common wall. For other business establishments such as office, industrial, research and development and manufacturing, a building may be defined as an independent building without common walls. (8) Planning Director. Refers to the director of the planning staff, who shall be, if another is not appointed by the Legislative Body of the Town of Daniel, the chair of the Planning Commission. (9) Freestanding Sign. A sign which is not supported by a building, but rather a separate structure consisting of a pole or poles , that incorporates the design and building materials used in the construction of, or accenting the architectural theme of the building(s) that the sign will identify. (10) Identification Sign. A sign identifying an apartment complex, condominium complex, residence, school, church or other non-sales use. (11) Illuminated Sign. Any sign which has characters, letters, logos, designs, or other outlines illuminated by interior or exterior lights, luminous tubes, neon, or similar devices. (12) Logo. A reproducible image or design, which serves to represent a business or company's identity. (13) Monument Sign. A low profile ground mounted sign with at least a one (1) foot enclosed or solid base (usually brick or stone), meant to serve as a primary identification sign for the purpose of advertising a commercial use. (14) Nonconforming Sign. Any advertising structure or sign which was lawfully erected and maintained prior to such time as it came within the purview of this ordinance and any amendments hereto and which fails to conform to all applicable regulations and restrictions of this ordinance. (15) On-Premises Signs. A sign that directs attention to a business, commodity, service or entertainment that is conducted, sold or offered on the premises where the sign is located. (16) Off-Premises Signs. A sign that directs attention to a business, commodity, service or entertainment that is not, other than incidentally, conducted, sold or offered on the premises where the sign is located. (17) Projecting Sign. A sign characterized by its attachment at an angle to the face of the building as opposed to being mounted flat on the surface of the building. (18) Promotional Signs: (a) Development. Signs indicating the sales, lease, or rental of commercial units or on-premises signs advertising the existence of a new development whether residential, commercial or mixed use. (b) Retail Sales. Signs that are placed temporarily to advertise a special sales event. This can include holiday sales signs. (19) Public Necessity Sign. A municipal, county or state sign for the purpose of identifying streets, highways, walkways, detours, road work or otherwise. (20) Roof Sign. A sign located on the roof or above a building or face of a wall which projects above the height of the roof or the face of the wall. (21) Sign Area. The area of a sign and shall be considered to include all lettering, working and accompanying designs or symbols, and any background material. Where a sign consists of individual letters or symbols attached to or painted on a building, wall, window or background, the area of the sign shall be considered to be the area of the smallest rectangle that encompasses all such letters or symbols. (22) Snipe Sign. A sign for which a permit is required and has not been obtained, and which is tacked, nailed, posted or otherwise attached to poles, trees, fences, sticks, or other objects, with a message appearing thereon. (23) Suspended Sign. A sign which hangs from the eve of a roof or architectural feature of a building, parallel to the wall of the building, or on an approved support, hanging perpendicular to the building, but not extending over the sidewalk. (24) Temporary Sign. A sign that is intended for use during specified periods of time, including individual real estate signs and construction signs. (25) Vehicle Sign. A sign placed, added to, or painted on a vehicle or trailer that is parked or located in such a manner as that its sole purpose is to act as a sign or advertisement, not transportation. (26) Wall Sign. A sign mounted or flush on the façade of a building, identifying the building, a business, a profession, or industry and occupants. (27) Wind Sign. Any sign inflated by or displayed by wind or air movement. (28) Window Sign. A sign attached to or painted upon a window or door, or located within a building so as to be visible through a window or door from the outside of the building.