22.2 CATEGORIES OF SIGNS

22.2.1 Signs Not Requiring Approval The following signs shall be allowed without approval by the Town Official; however, they must comply with the Town’s Ordinances: 22.2.1.1 Temporary Flags. Flags flown on a temporary basis for purposes of honoring national or civic holidays providing such flag does not exceed eight (8) feet long in its longest dimension. 22.2.1.2 Official Flags. The Official flag or emblem of the United States or of the federal, state or local government, or the official flag of any nation, provided all such flags or emblems shall not be attached to a building or structure. Flag poles shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet in height. 22.2.1.3 Flags on Residential Property. Flags flown on residential property, provided however, that the flag pole shall not exceed thirty-five (35) feet in height. 22.2.1.4 Construction sign. One non-illuminated sign per construction project not to exceed sixteen (16) square feet in total area and not to extend more than six (6) feet in height above ground level. The sign is to be used to indicate general contractor and all other pertinent construction data. Such sign shall be erected no more than five (5) days prior to the beginning of construction for which a valid building permit has been issued, and shall be removed within five (5) days after completion of construction or upon occupancy, whichever occurs first. 22.2.1.5 Government signs. Government signs for traffic control and other regulatory purposes, street signs, danger signs and signs of public service companies indicating danger, notices issued by any court and aids to service or safety which are erected by or on the order of a public officer in the performance of his public duty. 22.2.1.6 Civic signs. Signs identifying Town buildings, parks, or other governmental entities, shall be appropriately sized for the location and shall not exceed sixteen (16) square feet in total area unless otherwise approved by Town Council. Signs placed at the entrances of the Town identifying the Town shall be monument type signs and shall not exceed seventy-two (72) square feet in total area. 22.2.1.7 Real estate signs. One (1) real estate sign advertising property for sale or open house may be placed on the property being advertised. The sign shall not exceed eight (8) square feet in total area. Real estate signs shall not be placed on any private property other than the property being advertised for sale. Real estate signs shall not be placed on Town property or street rights-of-way. Open house signs shall be off-site, portable signs, placed on private property (with the owner’s permission), containing directions to the location of an open house which is for sale, limited to one sign per intersection, not to exceed a total of three (3) signs. Open house signs shall not exceed four (4) square feet in total area and shall be removed immediately following a scheduled open house. Promotional Signs for Real Estate Development: Promotional signs shall be allowed for residential developments to market and advertise the entire development for sale and provide pertinent sales information to the public. Signs shall not exceed 12’ in height above ground level, and must be within the boundaries of the development and setback at least 10’ from a street curb or edge and not located within a public right of way. Also the sign shall not obstruct the clear view of any street intersection. The sign shall be considered temporary and removed when all original lots have been sold, or within three (3) years, whichever occurs first. Residential developments may have up to 2 signs with each sign not exceeding 32 square feet. 22.2.1.8 Residential signs. Each home may have a residential sign to display the address and, if desired, the name of the resident. No business advertising may exist on this sign. The sign shall not exceed three (3) square feet in total area. 22.2.1.9 Multi-family residential signs. Each residential unit may have a residential sign to display the address and if desired the name of the resident(s). No business advertising may exist on this sign. The sign shall not exceed three (3) square feet in total area. 22.2.1.10 Menu signs. Menus displayed on the exterior of premises occupied by restaurants shall not exceed four (4) square feet. Such display menus shall be attached to the structure. 22.2.1.11 Political and Campaign signs. Political and campaign signs shall be non-illuminated signs on behalf of candidates for public office or measures on election ballots. The political or campaign signs shall be removed within seven (7) days following said election. The signs shall be placed only on private property with permission of the property owners and not placed on or within any public right-of way. 22.2.1.12 Temporary non-illuminated window signs. Temporary non-illuminated window signs are permitted on commercially zoned property, providing the sign is not displayed for more than thirty (30) consecutive days. 22.2.1.13 Illuminated window signs. Illuminated signs are prohibited except for “Open” and “Closed” and “Vacancy” and “No Vacancy” signs. 22.2.1.14 Previously approved non-complying signs. Legal signs that were previously approved by the Town and existing as of the date of adoption of this Ordinance, but which are not in compliance with this Ordinance, shall be deemed non-complying signs. Such signs do not need to conform to these regulations unless and until there is a sign change, as defined by section 22.10.2. At such time that there is a sign change the application for a sign must be submitted for review and approval and shall comply with all standards in this Ordinance. 22.2.1.15 Town-Supported Public Events signs. Temporary signs or banners notifying individuals of public events supported by the Town. Such signs and banners shall not be placed on private property unless written permission is obtained from the property owner, and shall not be displayed for more than thirty (30) days for any single event. 22.2.1.16 Town Established Wayfinding signs. The Town may establish wayfinding signs to direct the public to significant historic, civic, or business locations within the Town. No other advertising message shall be contained on the wayfinding signs. Only businesses that cater to the travelling public such as gas stations, restaurants, hotels, convenience stores and similar businesses shall be placed on the wayfinding signs. The Town council may establish policies and criteria for what civic and historic sites, and businesses qualify for placement on the wayfinding sign. The decision of the Town Council shall be final on matters relating to the wayfinding signs. The Town may charge a fee to businesses desiring to be placed on a wayfinding sign in order to pay expenses related to the establishment and maintenance of the wayfinding signs. 22.2.2 Signs Requiring Approval The following signs require approval of the Town Official. Requests for approval of the following signs must contain a detail of the sign showing the content of the sign, including colors, lettering, artwork, dimensions, location where it will be placed and how the sign will be anchored or fastened, as well as other information required by this Ordinance or which may be requested by the Town Official. 22.2.2.1 Business Signs in a Commercial Zone 22.2.2.1.1 Wall Signs. In commercial zones, each commercial building or tenant therein, may have one wall sign not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the building’s front wall area, or ten percent (10%) of the tenant’s front façade area. Such wall sign shall be attached flat against the building’s wall and shall not extend above the roof peak or parapet wall. On the side or rear wall of a building not more than five percent (5%) of the wall area shall be used for one additional sign. A tenant with interior space only, may be included in the ten percent (10%) sign area allowed for the wall sign. 22.2.2.1.2 Permanent window signs. Permanent window signs are permitted. Illuminated signs are prohibited except for “Open” and “Closed” and “Vacancy” and “No Vacancy” signs. Signs required by other Town Ordinances are permitted. 22.2.2.2 Monument Signs 22.2.2.2.1 Business monument signs. Monument signs shall be mounted on the ground with a solid base. The monument sign including the base shall not exceed eighty (80) square feet for a multi business sign and 48 sq. ft. for a single business sign with the top of the sign no more than ten (10) feet above the highest ground elevation adjacent to the sign. The sign shall be within the property for which it advertises, and shall not encroach into any public right of way or public property. 22.2.2.3 Sign in Residential Zones (Including RV & Mobile Home Parks) 22.2.2.3.1 Monument signs at entrance to subdivision. Monument signs for subdivision entrance shall be mounted on the ground with a solid base. The size of the base shall be no larger than twenty-four (24) square feet and a height not to exceed two (2) feet. The sign portion of the monument shall not exceed thirty-two (32) square feet, with the top of the sign no more than six (6) feet above ground level. An alternate monument sign for a subdivision could be a piece of flat stone mounted solidly below ground grade. The portion above ground shall not exceed thirty-five (35) square feet with the top of the sign no more than six (6) feet above ground level. The sign portion and the base may consist of one solid piece. The sign shall contain only the name of the subdivision and shall not be used for advertising purposes. The sign shall blend with the natural surroundings of the area. If landscaping is planned around this sign the application will include details for the landscaping. 22.2.2.3.2 Business sign for a mobile home or recreational vehicle park. Signs advertising a mobile home park or recreational vehicle park may be erected if recommended by the Planning Commission and approved by the Town Council. There shall be only one (1) sign at the entrance (if more than one entrance no more than two signs will be allowed) with a maximum size of twenty-five (25) square feet each. Two (2) additional signs within the Town limits may be authorized by the Town Council upon recommendation of the Planning Commission, providing it is necessary for directing clients to the mobile home park or recreation vehicle park. The maximum square footage for the additional sign(s) cannot exceed sixteen (16) square feet total (for both signs). None of the mobile home signs shall be animated. If any sign is illuminated it must comply with the Town’s Lighting Ordinance. 22.2.2.3.3 Multi-family residential complex identification sign. Each multi-family complex owner may apply for a permit to place a monument type sign on the complex that contains only the name and address of the complex. The size of the base shall be no larger than eighteen (18) square feet with a height not to exceed two (2) feet above ground level. The sign portion of the monument shall not exceed ten (10) square feet, with the top of the sign no more than four (4) feet above ground level. The sign shall blend with the natural surroundings of the area. If landscaping is planned around the sign the application will include details for the landscaping. The complex may have one residential identification sign, no greater than two (2) square feet, that is placed on the building and identifies the occupants of the building. 22.2.2.4 Banners and Other Miscellaneous Signs 22.2.2.4.1 Temporary Banners: Temporary banner signs may be authorized to be displayed in a commercial zone (business banners) or on Town property (civic or community banners) only. The application must contain the details of the banner including material, wording, artwork, color, size, location, mounting provisions and shall contain a signed authorization from the property owner where the banner is to be displayed. Banners may not exceed ten percent (10%) of the wall area to which the banner is attached. Business banners shall be maintained flat against a building wall or fence within the subject property. Banners must be constructed of a strong cloth or vinyl material. Banners may be displayed for a maximum period of seventeen (17) consecutive days. Businesses shall be permitted a maximum of four (4) banners per year. No consecutive approvals will be granted. There must be a minimum interval of three (3) weeks between banner approvals for the same business. 22.2.2.4.2 Applicable Zoning: Any sign in the residential/commercial/historical zone will be governed by the zone classifications applicable at the time the sign application is submitted, (e.g., residential, historical, or commercial). Until a specific district is identified as a RCH Zone all signs will comply with the signs presently authorized for the zone category in which the property is located. 22.2.2.4.3 Plaques: Plaques shall be no more than three (3) square feet in total area and shall be fastened directly to a building or a pedestal built specifically to display the plaque. The purpose of the plaque shall be to commemorate a historical event or time frame, location, or personality, or be of cultural interest, for which the Town Council has granted written permission. If the plaque is mounted on a pedestal built for mounting the plaque the pedestal shall not exceed three (3) square feet in width and depth or more than five (5) feet in height. The pedestal shall be located as to not interfere with traffic or pedestrian traffic and must be approved in writing by the Town Council. 22.2.2.4.4 Historical or Memorial Signs: A memorial signs or plaques erected by a recognized historical agency, including the names of the buildings, date of erection and related information, provided the sign is cut into any masonry surface or inlaid so as to be part of the building and does not exceed two (2) square feet in area. 22.2.2.4.5 Billboards: New billboard type signs are not permitted in accordance with the Billboard Ordinance. 22.2.2.4.6 Service Station Fuel Price Signs: Each service station or other business selling vehicle fuel may display one price sign. The sign shall be a Monument type sign. The size of the sign shall be no larger than twelve (12) square feet in area and no more than eight (8) feet in height located at least eight feet from the public right-of way. 22.2.3 Signs That Are Mandatory 22.2.3.1 Mobile Home Park Signs. Each mobile home park shall have a bulletin board for the listing of each mobile home site and the name of the occupant thereof. The bulletin board shall be located in close proximity to the office or administration building, and it shall be lighted at night. The lighting must comply with the Town’s Lighting Ordinance; and 22.2.3.2 Each mobile home park shall have adequate signs, and markings shall be maintained to provide directions to parking areas and other facilities; and 22.2.3.3 Each mobile home park shall have established street names with street signs and maintain these signs within the mobile home park in the manner recommended by the Town Official; and 22.2.3.4 Each mobile home park shall have each space numbered in a clearly visible manner. Each mobile home park shall provide “No Parking” signs in areas where parking would prevent access for emergency vehicles.