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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will
be held by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, at
7:00 p.m. on the 23rd day of September, 2008, in
Harvat Hall, City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street,
Iowa City, Iowa, or if said meeting is cancelled, at
the next meeting of the City Council thereafter. as
posted by the City Clerk;- at which hearing the
Council will consider:
1. An ordinance amending Article 14-5B, Sign
Regulations, and Article 14-9C, Sign
Definitions, to allow limited use of
freestanding signs in the Central Business
Service (CB-2) zone, add a definition and
standards for entranceway signs, and clarify
regulations regarding signs on rental
properties
2. An ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately
3.87 acres of property located south of Dodge
Street and west of Scott Boulevard from Research
Development Park (RDP) to Commercial Office
(CO-1) (REZ08-00008)
Copies of the proposed ordinances are on file for
public examination in the office of the City Clerk,
City Hall, Iowa City, Iowa. Persons wishing to
make their views known for Council consideration
are encouraged to appear at the above-
mentioned time and place.
MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK
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Prepared by: Karen Howard, Associate Planner, 410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE 14-5B, SIGN REGULATIONS, ARTICLE 14-9C, SIGN
DEFINITIONS, SECTION 14-46-1, MINOR MODIFICATIONS, AND ARTICLE 14-3C DESIGN
REVIEW, TO ALLOW LIMITED USE OF FREESTANDING SIGNS IN THE CENTRAL =BUSINESS
SERVICE (CB-2) ZONE, ADD A DEFINITION AND STANDARDS FOR ENTRANCEWAY SIGNS, AND
CLARIFY REGULATIONS REGARDING SIGNS ON RENTAL PROPERTIES
WHEREAS, the Central Business Service (CB-2) Zone is intended for the orderly expansion of the
Central Business District, to serve as a transition between the intense land uses located in downtown Iowa
City and adjoining areas and to enhance the pedestrian orientation of the central area of the city ;and
WHEREAS, freestanding signs are typically not suitable for pedestrian-oriented urban commercial
areas, but there are limited circumstances in the CB-2 Zone where the existing configuration of a site and
location of the building or buildings on a site might make it practically difficult to install a monument sign
and that other types of allowed signage would not be readily visible from the street due to the location of
building(s) or other unique site characteristics; and
WHEREAS, archways that delineate the entrance to a parking lot or grounds may be appropriate
locations for directional and/or identification signage; and
WHEREAS, commercial sign clutter detracts from the residential character of single family
neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, signs advertising real estate for sale or lease should be temporary in nature and not
permanent features on a building; and
WHEREAS, small signs identifying the leasing company are appropriate on larger multi-family
buildings in multi-family zones where due to the number of apartments turnover rates are higher.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA:
SECTION I. The Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa is hereby amended as follows:
A. By repealing Article 14-5B, "Sign Regulations," and substituting in lieu thereof "Article 14-5B,
Sign Regulations," attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference; and
B. Amending Article 14-9C, "Sign Definitions," by adding definitions of "entranceway sign" and
"residential leasing company sign," as follows:
ENTRANCEWAY SIGN - Anon-building sign incorporated into or mounted on the face of, or
affixed above or below an entranceway arch that extends over a walkway or driveway.
Said sign type is intended to identify and direct traffic to a place, grounds, or parking lot.
The sign may include the name of only one entity or place and an associated logo, crest,
or insignia that identifies the place, grounds or entity to which the parking or grounds
belong. The sign may also include the words, "parking," "entrance," and/or directional
arrows, but may not contain any advertising message.
RESIDENTIAL LEASING COMPANY SIGN: A building sign displaying the name, address,
phone number, website, crest, insignia, and/or trademark of the leasing company for the
multi-family building upon which it is located.
C. Amending Article 14-9C, "Sign Definitions," by deleting the definitions of "real estate sign" and
temporary sign," and substituting in lieu thereof, new definitions for these sign types as follows:
REAL ESTATE SIGN: A temporary sign which advertises the sale, rental or lease of the
premises or part of the premises on which the sign is located, including open house
directional signs.
TEMPORARY SIGN: A yard sale sign, temporary identification sign, real estate sign, or
political sign constructed of temporary materials, such as cardboard, wallboard or
plywood, with or without a structural frame, intended for a temporary period of display, but
excluding banners.
D. Amending Section 14-46-1, "Minor Modifications," by adding a paragraph 20, under
subsection A, "Applicability," as follows:
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20. Freestanding sign in the CB-2 Zone, according to the approval criteria and specifications
as stated in Table 56-4 in Article 14-56, Sign Regulations.
E. Amending Section 14-3C-2, "Applicability," by adding a paragraph 8, under subsection A,
"Designated areas, buildings, and structures," as follows:
8. Entranceway Signs
Requests for an alternative design for an entranceway sign as provided for in Article 14-
5B, Sign Regulations.
F. Amending paragraph 14-3C-3A-1, "Level I Review," by adding asub-subparagraph (8) under
subparagraph a, as follows:
(8) Requests for an alternative design for an entranceway sign as provided for in Article 14-
56, Sign Regulations.
SECTION III. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION IV. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be
invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any
section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION V. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and
publication.
Passed and approved this day of , 20
MAYOR Approved by
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It was moved by and seconded by that the Ordinance
as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT:
Bailey
Champion
Correia
Hayek
O'Donnell
Wilburn
Wright
First Consideration i o/6/loos
Vote for passage: AYES: Wilburn, Wright, Bailey, Champion, Correia. NAYS: Hayek,
O'Donnell. ABSENT: None.
Second Consideration _
Vote for passage:
Date published
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Article B. Sign Regulations
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The purpose for this Article is to enhance and protect the physical appearance and safety of the
community, to protect property values and to preserve Iowa City's areas of natural, historic and
scenic beauty. These regulations are also intended to reduce distractions and obstructions
contributing to traffic accidents, reduce hazards caused by signs projecting over the public right
of way, provide a reasonable opportunity for all sign users to display signs without interference
from other signage, to provide fair and equitable treatment for all sign users and to establish a
reasonable period of time for the elimination of nonconforming signs.
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A. Applicability
All signs on private property must be installed, maintained, and/or removed according to
the provisions of this Article.
B. Permit Required
1. No sign requiring a permit in accordance with the requirements of this Article shall be
installed, altered, moved, improved or converted without first obtaining a sign permit
from the Building Official or designee according to the procedures specified in
Chapter 8 of this Title, Review and Approval Procedures. A permit is not required for
incidental repairs or routine maintenance.
2. Certain types of signs are allowed without a permit and such exemption from the sign
permit requirements is clearly specified in the tables included in Sections 8 and 9,
below. A permit is required for any sign that is not specifically exempted from the
permit requirements.
C. Sign Installer's License Required
1. Except for those signs not requiring a permit, as listed in Sections 8 and 9 of this
Article, it shall be unlawful for any person to install, alter, move, improve, remove or
convert any sign without having a sign installer's license in good standing issued by
the City. Aone-time sign installer's license shall be available to a tenant or owner of a
building to permit the tenant's or owner's own sign to be installed.
2. The license to install, alter, move, improve, remove or convert any sign as required
herein shall be known as a sign installer's license and shall be issued by the City to
the person desiring to perform the work indicated above. No such license shall be
issued to any person until such person shall have paid to the City a license fee as
established by resolution of City Council and shall have filed with the Department of
Housing and Inspection Services a copy or a certificate of a contractor's public liability
insurance policy with coverage limits as set out in Title 3, Chapter 4 of the City Code.
The City shall be designated as an additional insured, and the policy shall provide
that the City is to be notified 30 days in advance of the termination of the policy. The
license shall indemnify and save harmless the City from any and all damage,
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judgment, cost or expense which the City may incur or suffer by reason of said
license issuance.
3. All sign installer's licenses shall expire on December 31 of each year. Renewal fees
and reinstatement fees shall be as established by resolution of the City Council. Any
license that has expired may be reinstated within 60 calendar days after the
expiration date upon payment of an additional reinstatement fee.
4. A one-time sign installer's license shall be valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.
5. The Building Official or designee is responsible for enforcement of these provisions
and is empowered to suspend or revoke a sign installer's license for a violation of the
sign regulations or if the license was obtained by fraud or if the license allows any
person not employed by the sign installer without a valid installer's license to do or
cause to be done any work requiring a license.
6. A person aggrieved by the revocation, suspension or denial of a license may appeal
said action to the Board of Adjustment.
7. If a license is revoked for any reason, another installer's license shall not be issued to
such person for 12 months after revocation.
D. Application of State Law
In any case in which the Code of Iowa, as amended, contains more restrictive
requirements than the regulations contained herein, the Code of Iowa, as amended, will
govern.
14-5B-3 General Location Standards
A. Location Standards For All Zones
1. No sign shall be located in violation of the Intersection Visibility Standards set forth in
Article 14-5D.
2. All non-building signs, and all parts thereof, must be set back at least 5 feet from any
property line, with the following exception. Signs may be located closer than 5 feet to
a property line at 10 feet or more above grade, provided no part of the sign or sign
support overhangs any properly lines. In addition, freestanding wide-base signs must
not be located closer than 10 feet to any right-of-way or closer than 30 feet to any
street curb.
3. Building signs must comply with the building setback requirements of the base zone.
No part of a building sign or sign support may overhang a property line, unless
specifically allowed in this Article.
4. For any sign that is allowed to project over the public right-of-way according to the
provisions of this Article, a Use of Public Right-of-Way Agreement must be signed by
the property owner as a part of the permitting process.
5. No sign shall obstruct ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire escape. No
sign shall be attached to a standpipe or fire escape.
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B. Signs Adjacent To Residential Zones
1. Any sign located in aNon-Residential zone, but within 100 feet of a Residential Zone
is subject to the standards and limitations of Subsection 8C, Sign Standards in the
CO-1, CN-1 and MU Zones.
2. Electronic changeable copy signs are not allowed within 100 feet of a Residential
Zone, except for allowed Time and Temperature Signs, as defined in Article 14-9C,
Sign Definitions.
3. In Non-residential Zones, except for facia signs, no sign shall be located in the
required front building setback area within 50 feet of a Residential Zone.
4. Facia signs located in Non-residential Zones and within 50 feet of a Residential Zone
on the same side of the street shall not be placed on the wall of the building facing
the Residential Zone.
14-5B-4 Construction and Maintenance Requirements
A. Construction
All signs, except for temporary signs, shall be designed and constructed to withstand a
wind pressure of not less than 30 pounds per square foot of area and loads as required by
the Building Code.
B. Minimum Clearance Height
The minimum clearance height is measured from grade to the lowest point on the sign.
The minimum clearance height for freestanding, banner, and time and temperature signs
is 10 feet. For storefront projecting signs allowed in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones, the
minimum clearance height is 8 feet.
C. Maintenance
All signs shall be maintained in such a manner as to avoid becoming a hazardous sign.
D. Changeable Copy
1. Copy that is changed manually
Any sign may contain copy that is changed manually, unless precluded by definition
or specifically prohibited herein.
2. Copy that is changed electronically
Signs where the copy is changed by electronic means are only allowed as specified
below.
a. The sign must be located in a Commercial Zone or in a Public Zone. However,
electronic changeable copy signs are not allowed within 100 feet of a Residential
Zone, except for allowed Time and Temperature Signs, as defined in Article 14-
9C, Sign Definitions. On properties zoned Public, electronic changeable copy
signs are not allowed where said sign would be visible from any adjacent
Residential Zone.
b. Electronic changeable copy is allowed on only one sign per lot. In the CH-1, CI-
1, CC-2, CB-2, and CB-5 Zones, a Time and Temperature Sign, as defined in
Article 14-9C, Sign Definitions shall not count toward the one sign limit.
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c. The changeable copy may not be animated (See definition of ANIMATED SIGN
in Article 14-9C, Sign Definitions). The copy may be changed no more than once
per hour, except for designation of the time and temperature, which may be
changed more frequently.
d. The sign may not contain images or be of a brightness that will interfere with,
obstruct the view of, or confuse traffic. The sign may not contain images that
may be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device. The sign
may not make use of the words, "stop," "go slow," "caution," "drive in,"
"danger," or any other word, phrase, symbol or character in such a way as to
interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic.
e. The sign must comply with the illumination standards as specified in the
following subsection.
f. In the MU, CO-1, CN-1, and CB-10 Zones, electronic changeable copy is only
allowed on a time and temperature sign (See definition of TIME AND
TEMPERATURE SIGN in Article 14-9C). The electronic changeable copy portion
of the sign is limited to the display of the time and/or temperature and may not
exceed 40 percent of the area of the sign face.
g. In Public Zones and in CH-1, CI-1, and CC-2 Zones, electronic changeable copy
is only allowed on time and temperature signs, freestanding signs, freestanding
wide-base signs, and monument signs. On time and temperature signs, the
electronic changeable copy portion of the sign is limited to the display of the
time and/or temperature and may not exceed 40 percent of the area of the sign
face. On freestanding and freestanding wide-base signs the electronic
changeable copy portion of the sign may not exceed 40 percent of the area of
the sign face. For monument signs the electronic changeable copy portion of
the sign may not exceed 50 percent of the area of the sign face.
h. In the CB-2 and CB-5 Zones, electronic changeable copy is only allowed on time
and temperature signs and monument signs. On time and temperature signs,
the electronic changeable copy portion of the sign is limited to the display of the
time and/or temperature and may not exceed 40 percent of the area of the sign
face. On monument signs the electronic changeable copy portion of the sign
may not exceed 75 percent of the area of the sign face.
E. Illumination Requirements
Illuminated signs must conform to the following requirements:
1. Except for signs in the ID and Residential Zones and special event signs, all permitted
signs may be internally or externally illuminated. All signs permitted in the ID and
Residential Zones and special event signs may only be externally illuminated with
white light.
2. Illumination through the use of exposed lamps or inert gas tubes is allowed, provided
the exposed lamp does not exceed 11 watts or that an inert gas tube does not draw
more than 60 milliamps. When inside frosted lamps or exposed lamps with a diffusing
screen are used, no lamp shall exceed 25 watts.
3. Illumination through the use of LEDs is allowed only as specified for electronic
changeable copy. All signs using LEDs must have installed ambient light monitors
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and must at all times allow such monitors to automatically adjust the brightness level
of the electronic sign based on ambient light conditions. At no time shall the sign be
operated at a brightness level greater than the manufacturer's recommended levels.
The electronic changeable copy must be monochromatic. It must utilize a dark
background with only the message or image lit in a single color.
4. Artificial external light sources used to illuminate a sign face must be located and
shielded such that the bulb is not directly visible from any adjacent residentially-
zoned property or public right-of-way and must use a narrow cone of light that does
not extend beyond the illuminated sign face.
5. Illumination on a property, including illumination from signs, must not exceed 0.5
initial horizontal footcandles and 2.0 initial maximum footcandles as measured at any
point along a property boundary that is adjacent to or across the street from
properties that are zoned Residential, CN-1, or CO-1.
6. All illuminated signs are subject to the provisions of the Electrical Code, including any
permit fees.
7. Permit applications for electronic changeable copy signs must include a copy of the
manufacturer's operating manual, including any recommended standards for
brightness and other display operations.
8. For electronic changeable copy signs, whether the sign is programmed from the site
or from a remote location, the computer interface that programs the sign shall be
made available to City staff for inspection upon request. If the computer interface is
not immediately available, the sign shall cease operation until such program can be
provided.
14-5B-5 Nonconforming Situations
A. Nonconforming Signs
All legally nonconforming signs must comply with the provisions specified for
nonconforming signs in Article 14-4E, Nonconforming Situations. Signs deemed "historic"
may be eligible for a special exception according to the provisions specified in Article 14-
4E, Nonconforming Situations.
B. Signs for Nonconforming Uses
A nonconforming use is permitted to have the same amount and type of signage as would
be allowed for such use in the most restrictive zone in which such use is allowed, except
that residential leasing company signs are not allowed on multi-family buildings in the RR-
1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, and RNS-12 Zones regardless of the nonconforming status of the
building.
14-5B-6 Prohibited Signs
A. Regulations are Exclusionary
These regulations are intended to be exclusionary. Any type of sign not specifically listed
in this Article is prohibited. In addition, the following signs are specifically prohibited in all
zones:
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1. Animated signs, except for barber poles as expressly permitted by this Article;
2. Hazardous signs;
3. Obsolete signs;
4. .Painted wall signs;
5. Portable signs, including signs on wheels, trailers, and truck beds, but excepting
those portable signs expressly permitted by this Article;
6. Roof signs;
7. Searchlights;
8. Spinners, balloons, pennants, or other similar devices;
9. Swinging signs.
10. No vehicle, including trailers, shall be parked so that it functions primarily as a sign. A
vehicle will be considered in violation of this provision if questions a. through c.,
below, can be answered in the affirmative and there is no compelling answer to
question d. to justify the parking location as opposed to some less conspicuous
location.
a. Is the vehicle parked at a prominent location?
b. Can people driving by the sign easily read the sign?
c. Is the vehicle in the same or similar locations for several hours during the same
day or for several days during the same week?
d. Are there any stated or apparent reasons, other than for signage purposes, that
justify the vehicle being at that location?
B. Removal of Prohibited or Illegal Signs
In accordance with the following procedure, the Building Official or designee is authorized
to require the removal of any illegal or prohibited sign:
1. Before taking action to require the removal of any illegal or prohibited sign, the
Building Official or designee will provide written notice to the owner or operator of
the business to which the sign relates.
2. The notice will specify that the illegal or prohibited sign must be removed or brought
into compliance with this Article within a' reasonable time of such notice.
3. If the sign is not removed or repaired, as the case may be, within the time allowed,
the Building Official or designee is hereby authorized to have the sign removed to be
used as evidence and assess the costs of removal against the properly for collection
in the same manner as a property tax.
14-5B-7 Measurement Standards
A. Maximum Sign Area
1. Where the size of a sign is regulated by the area of a wall, an awning or a canopy,
the maximum sign area is calculated as a percentage of the total area of the wall, the
awning, or the canopy on which the sign is affixed.
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2. For entranceway signs located on the front elevation of the subject archway, the
maximum sign area is calculated as a percentage of the total area delineated by the
archway. For entranceway signs located on the side of the archway, the maximum
sign area is calculated as a percentage of the surface area of the side of the archway
support on which the sign is located. Figure 5B.1 illustrates how to measure the total
area delineated by the archway and the surface area of the side of the archway
support. The total area delineated by the archway in Figure 5B.1 = x(y). The
surface area of the side of the archway support in Figure 5B.1 = a(b).
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3. The total building signage on a wall, canopy, or awning shall not exceed the
maximum sign allowance for that wall, canopy, or awning, regardless of the number
of uses or occupants in the building. For example, if the maximum sign area for facia
signs is 15 percent, then no more than 15 percent of any single wall of the building
may be covered by facia signs, regardless of how many businesses are located in the
building.
B. Measuring Sign Area
The area of each sign, regardless of shape, shall be computed by determining the area of
a triangle, rectangle or circle that completely encloses the outer perimeter of the sign face.
In the case of a sign composed of characters or words that are attached directly to a
building, an appurtenance to a building, or a masonry wall, the area of the sign will be
computed by determining the area of a triangle, rectangle, or circle that completely
encloses the whole group of characters or words.
C. Measuring Sign Height
The maximum height of a sign shall be the measurement from grade to the highest point
on the sign. In the case where a minimum height is established, the minimum height shall
be measured from grade to the lowest point on the sign.
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14-5B-8 Signs Permitted by Zone
A. Sign Standards for the ID and OPD Zones
1. Permitted Signs:
a. Single Family Uses and Two Family Uses are not allowed to install permanent
signs, except for one small identification building sign and one integral sign and
public flags, as specified in Table 5B-1, below.
b. Signage for non-residential uses in the ID-RS and ID-RM Zones, are permitted
one identification sign. The identification sign may be one of the following types:
facia, awning or monument sign. For Institutional Uses, the sign may also
include copy announcing its services or activities.
c. Signage for non-residential uses in the ID-C, ID-I, and ID-RP Zones must
comply with the sign regulations contained in Subsection 8C, Sign Standards in
the CO-1, CN-1 and MU Zones.
d. Residential uses in any OPD zone are permitted Signage in accordance with the
requirements of the underlying Residential Zone. Non-residential uses approved
as part of a planned development are permitted Signage in accordance with the
sign regulations contained in Subsection 8C, Sign Standards in the CO-1, CN-1
and MU Zones.
2. Sign Specifications and Provisions
a. All signs for residential uses in the ID Zones and OPD Zones are subject to the
standards specified in Table 5B-1.
b. All signs in the ID-RS and ID-RM Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-1.
c. All signs for non-residential uses in the ID-C, ID-I, and ID-RP Zones are subject
to the standards specified in Table 5B-2.
d. In the OPD Zone, all signs for non-residential uses approved as part of a
planned development are subject to the standards specified in Table 5B-2.
B. Sign Standards for all Residential Zones
1. Permitted Signs:
a. Principal uses, other than Single-Family Uses and Two Family Uses, .are
permitted one identification sign. The identification sign may be one of the
following types: facia, awning, or monument sign. For Institutional Uses, the
sign may also include copy announcing its services or activities.
b. Parks and Open Space Uses are permitted entranceway signs as specified in
Table 5B-1.
c. In Multi-Family Zones, multi-family buildings with 8 or more dwelling units are
allowed Residential Leasing Company Signs as specified in Table 56-1, below.
d. Single Family Uses and Two Family Uses are not allowed to install permanent
signs, except for one small identification building sign and one integral sign and
public flags, as specified in Table 5B-1, below.
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2. Sign Specifications and Provisions
All signs in Residential Zones are. subject to the standards specified in Table 5B-1.
Table 56-1 :;Sign Specifications and Provisions in Residential Zones and the 1D and OPD Zones
Permitted Signs Zone Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height 8~
Special Provisions.
Max. Height: Top of first
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12 4 sq. ft. story.
Limited to identification
only, except as allowed for
Facia Sign' ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44,
12 sq. ft. Institutional Uses.
PRM Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
Max. Height: 5 ft
Limited to identification
12 sq. ft. per sign face. only, except as allowed for
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12 May be double-faced fora Institutional Uses.
total area of 24 sq.ft. Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
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Monument Sign Max. Height: 5 ft
Limited to identification
24 sq. ft. per sign face. only, except as allowed for
ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, -May be double-faced fora Institutional Uses.
PRM total area of 48 sq.ft. Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
Max, Height: Top of first
story
Limited to identification
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, o
12 sq. ft. or 25 /o of awning only, except as'allowed for
Awning Sign' ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM~4, surface, whichever is less Institutional Uses.
PRM Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
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Table 56-1: Sign Specifications andProvisions'in Residential Zones and the ID and OPD Zones
Permitted Signs Zone Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height 8
Special Provisions
Maximum Height: 20 ft.
Up to one sign per facade
of the subject archway.
The sign may not contain
changeable copy.
Sign copy may not extend
beyond the edges of the
entranceway structure. If an
applicant finds that this
standard is too restrictive,
they may request a Level I
review from the Design
For signs located above or Review Committee for an
across the top of the alternative design. The
subject archway, the area Design Review Committee
of the sign may not exceed will approve, approve with
25% of the area delineated conditions, or deny an
by the subject archway. application based on
whether the proposed
Allowed for Parks and Open Space Uses For a sign located on the alternative design is
Entrancewa Sin
Y 9 in an Residential Zone, ID Zone, or OPD
Y side of the archwa ,the
y appropriate to and
Zone area of the sign may not integrated into the overall
exceed 33% of the surface design of the entranceway.
area of the side of the The Committee will
archway support on which consider such factors as
the sign is located. color, materials, size, and
(See 14-56-7 Measurement proportionality.
Standards)
Minimum clearance height
is 10 feet for entranceway
signs across driveways and
8 feet for entranceway
signs across walkways. .
Entranceway signs are not
allowed if the subject lot or
tract already has a
monument sign located at
the subject entrance.
The sign must be a building
sign.
Only allowed on multi-family
Residential buildings that contain 8 or
Leasing Company RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, PRM 3 sq. ft. more dwelling units.
Sign Up to one of these signs is
allowed per building.
Must be located no more
than 10 feet above grade.
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Table 56-1: $ign Specifications and Provisions in Residential Zones and the ID and OPD Zones
Permitted Signs Zone Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height &
,Special Provisions
The sign must be a building
sign.
Up to one of these signs is
Small ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, allowed per building.
identification sign ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, 2 sq. ft. No permit is required.
PRM
Not allowed if the building
has a residential leasing
company sign.
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, 2 sq. ft. per face
Directional signs ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, May be double-faced for -
PRM total area of 4 sq. ft.
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, Up to one of these signs is
Integral sign ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, 2 sq. ft. allowed per building.
PRM No permit is required.
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12,
Public Flags ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, - No permit is required.
PRM
'Only one sign is permitted; one facia sign, one awning sign, or one monument sign (See 14-56-8A-1.b.,above)
C. Sign Standards in the CO-1, CN-1 and MU Zones
1. All signs in the CO-1, CN-1, and MU Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-2.
2. Except for identification banners, monument signs, and entranceway signs, any
number of signs may be installed, provided the maximum sign area for each type of
sign is not exceeded. The number of identification banners, monument signs, and
entranceway signs is limited according to the provisions specified in Table 5B-2.
3. Signage for residential uses must comply with the requirements for residential uses in
the RM zones as .stated in Table 5B-1.
Tab{e 56-2: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CO-1, CN-1, and MU Zones
Permitted signs Maximum Sign
Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Top of first
Facia Signs 15% allowance per story, except
as allowed
Parapet signs are allowed, but only on one-story buildings.
sign wall for parapet
signs
Canopy Signs 8 sq. ft. per sign Top of first
story _
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Table 56-2: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the C0-1, CN-1,-and MU Zones
Permitted signs Maximum Sign Maximum
Provisions
Area Height
Up to two identification banner signs may be affixed to each parking area
light pole, provided that the following conditions are met:
• The parking area must contain at least 200 parking spaces and be
shared by multiple commercial uses.
• The light poles on which banners are affixed must be spaced at least
80 feet apart.
.Identification 18 sq. ft. per 20 ft Each banner can be no more than 3 ft wide and 6 ft in height.
Banners banner The banner must be mounted or affixed so that the bottom edge of the
sign is at least 10 feet above grade and the top edge of the sign is no
higher than 20 feet above grade.
• The banner signs must be consistent in appearance and size.
The permit for the banner sign shall be valid for no more than one (1) year.
However, the permit will be renewable if the banner signs are in good
condition or are replaced with new banner signs.
Two or more uses on a single lot may share a common monument sign.
The number of monument signs on a lot or tract is limited as follows:
• For lots or tracts with less than 160 feet of frontage on a single street,
Up to 2 sq. ft of only one monument sign is permitted along that frontage.
sign area per lineal For lots or tracts with 160 to 300 feet of frontage along a single street,
foot of lot frontage, up to 2 monument signs are permitted. The monument signs must be
not to exceed 50 at least 150 feet apart as measured along the frontage.
Monument signs sq. ft. per sign face. 5 ft. For lots or tracts with frontage in excess of 300 ft along a single street,
May be double- up to 3 monuments signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least
faced for a total 150 ft apart as measured along the frontage.
area of 100 sq. ft. For lots or tracts with frontage along more than one street, each
~
per sign. frontage is allowed signs based on the formulas stated above up to a
maximum of 5 signs. Any sign that is located within 25 feet of a corner
(at the point where property lines intersect) will count as two signs; one
toward the sign allowance for each frontage.
For signs located
above or across the Up to one sign per facade of the subject archway.
top of the subject The sign may not contain changeable copy.
archway, the area Sign copy may not extend beyond the edges of the entranceway structure. If
of the sign may not
of the
d 25 / an applicant finds that this standard is too restrictive, they may request a
excee
° Level I review from the Design Review Committee for an alternative design.
area delineated by The Design Review Committee will approve, approve with conditions, or
the subject deny an application based on whether the proposed alternative design is
archway. appropriate to and integrated into the overall design of the entranceway.
Entranceway For a sign located The Committee will consider such factors as color, materials, size, and
Sign on the side of the 20 ft. proportionality.
archway, the area
of the sign may not Minimum clearance height is 10 feet for entranceway signs across
exceed 33% of the driveways and 8 feet for entranceway signs across walkways.
surface area of the
side of the archway Entranceway signage as specified herein will count as one sign toward the
support on which total limit for monument signs on a lot or tract.. Entranceway signs are not
the sign is located. allowed if the subject lot or tract already has a monument sign located at the
(See 14-5B-7 subject entrance.
Measurement
Standards)
Awning signs 25% of awning Top of first _
surface story
Window signs 25% of window -- --
area
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Table 56-2: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the'CO-1, CN-1, and MU Zones
Permitted signs Maximum Sign Maximum
Provisions
Area Height
25 sq. ft. per sign
Time & face
Temperature May be double- - Shall not project more than 6 ft. into public right of way.
Signs faced for a total of
50 sq. ft.
Maximum diameter: 9 inches
Barber Poles - -
Maximum length: 3 ft
3 sq. ft. per sign
Directional signs face _ _
May be double-
faced for total area
of 6 sq. ft.
Identification &
2 sq. ft. Up to one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs No permit is required.
One private flag may be displayed in conjunction with public flags.
Flags _ _ No permit is required.
Quick Vehicle Allowed for Quick Vehicle Servicing Uses.
Servicing Signs No permit is required.
D. Sign Standards in the CH-1, CC-2 and CI-1 Zones
1. All signs in the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-3.
2. The total number of freestanding signs, freestanding wide-base signs and monument
signs on a lot or tract is limited as follows. Any combination of these three types of
signs is allowed within the stated limits.
a. For lots or tracts with less than 160 feet of frontage on a single street, only one
such sign is permitted along that frontage. Freestanding wide-based signs are
not permitted on lots or tracts with less than 160 feet of frontage.
b. For lots or tracts with 160 to 300 feet of frontage along a single street, up to 2
such signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least 150 feet apart as
measured along the frontage.
c. For lots or tracts with 301 to 600 feet of frontage along a single street, up to 3
such signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least 150 feet apart as
measured along the frontage.
d. For lots or tracts with frontage in excess of 600 feet along a single street, up to
3 such signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least 150 feet apart as
measured along the frontage. One additional monument sign is allowed,
provided the sign is at least 150 feet from any other monument, freestanding,
or freestanding wide-base sign.
e. For lots or tracts with frontage along more than one street, each frontage is
allowed signs based on the formulas stated in subparagraphs a. through d.,
above. However, a maximum of 5 such signs are allowed on any one lot or
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tract. Any sign that is located within 25 feet of a corner (the point where
property lines intersect) will count as two signs; one toward the sign allowance
for each frontage.
3. Other than for entranceway signs and the types of signs listed in paragraph 2, above,
any number of signs may be installed, provided the maximum sign area for each type
of sign is not exceeded and the provisions specified in Table 5B-3 are met.
4. Signage for residential uses must comply with the requirements for residential uses in
the RM zones as stated in Table 5B-1.
Table 56-3:"SignSpecifications and Provisions in the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones
Permitted Signs
Maximum Sign Area Maximum
.Height.
Provisions
Facia signs 15% allowance per sign wall - --
Canopysigns 12 sq. ft. per sign Top of first story -
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot
of lot frontage, not to exceed 25 feet,
125 sq. ft. per sign face. May however, in the
be double-faced for a total CH-1 District,
area of 250 square feet. property within When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
Additional sign area is 1,000 feet of an freestanding or monument sign may be installed. The maximum
allowed in the CH-1 Zone as interstate area of the common sign may be 50% larger than the area of
Freestanding follows. For property within highway right of the maximum individual sign allowed.
signs 1,000 feet of an interstate way may have 1 The number of signs is limited according to paragraph D.2.,
highway right-0f-way, one of freestanding above.
the property's allotted sign with a
freestanding signs is allowed maximum height
up to 250 sq. ft per sign face, not to exceed 65
which may be double-faced feet.
for a total area of 500 sq. ft.
Maximum width: 10 ft.
When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common sign may
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot beonstalled. The maximum area of the common sign may be
of lot frontage, not to exceed 50 /° larger than the area of the maximum individual sign
Freestanding,
125 sq. ft. per sign face.
26 ft. allowed.
Wide Base signs May be double-faced fora The number of signs is limited according to paragraph D.2.,
total of 250 sq. ft. above. However, a freestanding, wide-based sign is only
allowed if the lot frontage is at least 160 feet, and the City
Engineer determines that the location of the sign will not
obstruct the visibility of vehicles entering or exiting the property.
When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot monument or freestanding sign may be installed. The maximum
of lot fronta e, not to exceed
g area of the common sign may be 50% larger than the area of
Monument signs 50 sq. ft. per sign face. May 5 ft the maximum individual sign allowed.
be double-faced for a total The number of signs is limited according to paragraph D.2.,
area of 100 sq. ft.
above.
Up to 1 sq. ft. per lineal foot
of lot frontage, not to exceed 1 ft. less than
Masonry Wall 50 sq. ft. per sign. the height of the One masonry wall sign is allowed, in lieu of a monument,
Sign In additiono the sign may not masonry wall, freestanding, or freestanding wide-base sign.
exceed 15 /° of the total area not to exceed 12
of the face of the masonry feet
wall
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Table 5B-3: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones
Permitted Signs
Maximum Sign. Area Maximum
Height
Provisions
Up to one sign per facade of the entranceway arch.
The sign may not contain changeable copy.
Sign copy may not extend beyond the edges of the
entranceway structure. If an applicant finds that this standard is
For signs located above or too restrictive, they may request a Level I review from the
across the top of the subject Design Review Committee for an alternative design. The
archway, the area of the sign Design Review Committee will approve, approve with
may not exceed 25% of the conditions, or deny an application based on whether the
area delineated by the proposed altemative design is appropriate to and integrated into
subject archway. the overall design of the entranceway. The Committee will
For a sign located on the consider such factors as color, materials, size, and
Entranceway side of the archway, the area 20 ft. proportionality.
Sign of the sign may not exceed
33% of the surface area of Minimum clearance height is 10 feet for entranceway signs
the side of the archway across driveways and 8 feet for entranceway signs across
support on which the sign is walkways.
located.
(See 14-56-7 Measurement Entranceway signage as specified herein will count as one sign
Standards) toward the total limit for freestanding, freestanding wide-base
signs and monument signs on a lot or tract. Entranceway signs
are not allowed if the subject lot or tract already has a
monument sign, freestanding sign, freestanding wide-based
sign, or masonry wall sign located at the subject entrance,
For shopping centers, up to two identification banner signs may
be affixed to each parking area light pole, provided that the
following conditions are met:
• The parking area must contain at least 200 parking
spaces and be shared by multiple commercial uses.
• The light poles on which banners are affixed must be
spaced at least 80 feet apart.
• Each banner can be no more than 3 ft wide and 6 ft in
Identification
Banners
18 sq. ft. per banner
20 ft height.
The banner must be mounted or affixed so that the bottom
edge of the sign is at least 10 feet above grade and the
top edge of the sign is no higher than 20 feet above
grade.
• The banner signs must be consistent in appearance and
size.
The permit for the banner sign shall be valid for no more than
one (1) year. However, the permit will be renewable if the
banner signs are in good condition or are replaced with new
banner signs.
Awning signs 25% of awning surface Top of first story -
Window signs 25% of window area - -
3 sq. ft. per sign face
Directional signs May be double-faced for total - -
area of 6 sq. ft.
Drive-Through
Restaurant Menu
Area: 10 sq. ft.
- Only allowed in Zones where drive-through facilities are allowed
Signs for restaurants.
Time & 25 sq. ft per sign face. Permitted only inthe CC-2 zone,
Temperature May be double-faced for a - Signs must not project more than 6 ft. into the public right-0f-
Signs total area of 50 sq. ft. way.
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Table 5B-3: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CH-1 CC-2, and CI-1 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Maximum diameter: 9 inches
Barber Poles - -
Maximum length: 3 ft
Identification & 2 sq ft Up to one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs No permit is required.
One private flag may be displayed in conjunction with public
Flags -- - flags.
No permit is required.
Quick Vehicle
Servicing Signs _ _ Allowed for Quick Vehicle Servicing Uses.
No permit is required.
E. Sign Standards in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones
1. All signs in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-4.
2. The maximum sign area for each type of sign, special provisions, and any restrictions
on the number of signs allowed are specified in Table 5B-4. Unless specifically limited
in Table 5B-4, any number of signs may be installed.
3. Signage for residential uses must comply with the requirements for residential uses in
the RM zones as stated in Table 5B-1.
Table 56-4: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area .Maximum Height Provisions `
Facia signs 15% of sign wall area - -
Canopysigns 12 sq. ft per sign Top of first story -
Up to one canopy roof sign is allowed per storefront.
The bottom edge of the sign must be located no more
than 4 inches above the canopy.
Storefronts up to 39 ft. in
length:15 sq. ft. For storefronts up to 39 ft. in length:
• Maximum height of copy: 13"
Storefronts between 40 Maximum thickness: 6"
Canopy roof signs and 59 ft in length: 25 Top of first story For storefronts between 40 and 59 ft in length:
sq. ft.
• Maximum height of copy: 20"
Storefronts >60 ft in Maximum thickness: 8"
length: 35 sq. ft. For storefronts >60 ft in length:
• Maximum height of copy: 30"
• Maximum thickness: 10"
Only one monument sign is allowed per lot or tract.
When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
24 sq.ft. per sign face. monument sign maybe installed. A common monument
Monument sign May be double-faced fora 5 ft. sign may identify up to 4 uses per sign face.
total area of 48 sq. ft. A monument sign is not allowed if the property has a
freestanding sign, an entranceway sign, or a masonry
wall sign.
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Table 56-4: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CB-2, CB-5 and C6-10 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions -
Awning signs 25% of awning surface Top of first story Awning signs are only allowed if the business does not
have a projecting sign.
Up to one sign per facade of the entranceway arch.
The sign may not contain changeable copy.
For signs located above or Sign copy may not extend beyond the edges of the
across the top of the entranceway structure. If an applicant finds that this
subject archway, the area standard is too restrictive, they may request a Level I
of the sign may not review from the Design Review Committee for an
exceed 25% of the area alternative design. The Design Review Committee will
delineated by the subject approve, approve with conditions, or deny an application
archway, based on whether the proposed alternative design is
Entranceway Sign For a sign located on the 20 ft appropriate to and integrated into the overall design of
side of the archway, the the entranceway. The Committee will consider such
area of the sign may not factors as color, materials, size, and proportionality.
exceed 33% of the surface
area of the side of the Minimum clearance height is 10 feet for entranceway
archway support on which signs across driveways and 8 feet for entranceway signs
the sign is located. across walkways.
(See 14-5B-7
Measurement Standards) An entranceway sign is not allowed if the property has a
masonry wall sign, monument sign, or freestanding sign.
Allowed only in the CB-2 Zone.
Only one freestanding sign is allowed per lot.
Allowed only through approval of a minor modification.
Applicant must provide convincing evidence that the
Two (2) square feet per existing configuration of the site and location of the
Freestanding Sign lineal foot of lot frontage, 20 ft building or buildings on the site make it practically
not to exceed 40 square difficult to install a monument sign and that other types of
feet per sign face allowed signage would not be readily visible from the
street due to the location of building(s) or other unique
site characteristics.
A freestanding sign is not allowed if the property has a
monument sign, entranceway sign, or masonry wall sign.
1 sq. ft. per lineal foot of
lot frontage, not to exceed
50 sq. ft. 1 ft. less than the
Only one masonry wall sign is allowed per lot.
Masonry Wall Sign
In addition
the sign may height of the masonry
wall, not to exceed 12
A masonry wall sign is not allowed if the property has a
,
not exceed 15% of the
feet monument sign, entranceway sign or freestanding sign.
total area of the face of
the masonry wall.
Window signs 25% of window area - -
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Table 5B-4: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the C6-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones
Permitted Signs. Maximum Sign Area .Maximum Height Provisions
Up to one projecting sign is allowed per storefront.
Projecting signs are not permitted if the business has an
awning sign, canopy sign or canopy roof sign.
The sign may not project more than 5 ft. from the
building wall.
6 sq. ft. The sign may not be illuminated.
Storefront projecting May be double-faced fora 12 ft. The sign must be affixed to the building wall or to a pole
sign total area of 12 sq. ft. that is mounted on the building, so that the sign is
perpendicular to the building wall.
The sign may not swing or be easily moved by wind.
A business wishing to install a projecting sign must show
proof of liability insurance.
Sign permits are be subject to Design Review according
to the procedures specified in Chapter 8 of this Title.
Up to one non-illuminated portable sign is allowed per
storefront.
The sign must be placed on private property or within a
designated sidewalk cafe area.
6 sq. ft. per sign face. The sign may not block access to any doorway.
Portable sign May be double-faced fora 6 ft
The sign must be moved inside the business when the
total area of 12 sq ft. business is closed.
The sign must be weighted at the base to provide
stability as approved by the Building Official or designee.
A maximum of 2 sign faces are allowed per sign.
Time & 25 sq. ft. per sign face.
Signs must not project more than 6 ft. into the public
Temperature signs May be double-faced for a - right-0f-way
total area of 50 sq. ft.
Maximum diameter: 9 inches
Barber Poles - -
Maximum length: 3 ft
3 sq. ft. per sign face
Directional signs May be double-faced for - -
total area of 6 sq. ft.
Identification & 2 sq ft Up to one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs No permit is required.
One private flag may be displayed in conjunction with
Flags - - public flags.
No permit is required.
Quick Vehicle Allowed for Quick Vehicle Servicing Uses.
Servicing Signs _ No permit is required.
F. Sign Standards in the Industrial and Research Park Zones
1. All signs in the I-1, I-2, RDP, and ORP Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-5.
2. The total number of freestanding signs and monument signs on a lot or tract is
limited as follows. Any combination of these types of signs is allowed within the
stated limits.
a. For lots or tracts with less than 160 feet of frontage on a single street, only one
such sign is permitted along that frontage.
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b. For lots or tracts with frontage in excess of 160 feet of frontage along a single
street, up to 2 such signs are permitted, provided the signs are located at least
150 feet apart as measured along the frontage.
c. For lots or tracts with frontage along more than one street, each frontage is
allowed signs based on the formulas stated in subparagraphs a. and b., above.
3. Masonry wall signs and entranceway signs are limited according to the provisions
specified in Table 5B-5.
4. Other than for the types of signs listed in paragraphs 2 and 3, above, any number of
signs may be installed, provided the maximum sign area for each type of sign is not
exceeded and the provisions specified in Table 56-5 are met.
Table'5B=5: Sign S pecifications and Provisions in thelndustrial-and Research Park Zones
Permitted Signs
Maximum Sign Area Maximum
Height
Provisions
Must not exceed 25% of awning Height: Top of
Awning signs
surface or 12 sq. ft. per sign,
first story _
whichever is less.
Canopy Signs 12 sq. ft. per sign Height: Top of
first story _
Facia signs 15% of sign wall area - -
When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
sign may be installed. The maximum area of the
1 sq. ft. per lineal foot of lot frontage, common sign may be 50% larger than the area of the
Freestanding signs not to exceed 50 sq. ft. Height: 25 ft. maximum individual sign allowed.
May be double-faced for a total of 100 The number of signs is limited according to paragraph
sq. ft. G.2., above.
Freestanding signs are limited to identification only.
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot of lot When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
frontage, not to exceed~A 75 sq. ft. 5 ft• sign may be installed. The maximum area of the
Monument signs per sign face. common sign may be 50% larger than the area of the
May be double-faced for a total area of maximum individual sign allowed.
150 sq. ft. Monument signs are limited to identification only.
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot of lot At each entranceway, up to 2 masonry wall signs may be
frontage, not to exceed 75 sq. ft. per established, if no freestanding, entranceway, monument
sign face. 1 ft. less than or other non-building signs are located at that
Masonry Wall Signs May be double-faced for a total area of the height of entranceway.
150 sq. ft. the masonry In the ORP zone, masonry wall signs up to twelve (12)
In addition, the sign may not exceed wall feet in height may be established in the required front
15% of the total area of the face of the setback provided the signs are located a minimum of
masonry wall. twenty (20) feet back from street right-of-way lines.
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Table 56-5: Sign Specifications:andProvisions ir't he Industrial and Research Park Zones
Permitted Signs
-Maximum Sign Area Maximum
Height
Provisions
Up to one sign per facade of the entranceway arch.
The sign may not contain changeable copy.
Sign copy may not extend beyond the edges of the
entranceway structure. If an applicant finds that this
For signs located above or across the standard is too restrictive, they may request a Level I
to of the subject archwa ,the area of
p ~ y review from the Design Review Committee for an
the sign may not exceed 25% of the altemative design. The Design Review Committee will
area delineated by the subject approve, approve with conditions, or deny an application
archway. based on whether the proposed alternative design is
Entranceway Sign For a sign located on the side of the 20 ft appropriate to and integrated into the overall design of
archway, the area of the sign may not the entranceway. The Committee will consider such
exceed 33% of the surface area of the factors as color, materials, size, and proportionality.
side of the archway support on which
the sign is located. Minimum clearance height is 10 feet for entranceway
(See 14-56-7 Measurement signs across driveways and 8 feet for entranceway signs
Standards) across walkways.
An entranceway sign is not allowed if the property has a
masonry wall sign.
Window signs 25% of window area - -
3 sq. ft. per sign face
Directional signs May be double-faced for total area of 6 -- -
sq. ft.
Identification & 2 sq ft
- Up to one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs No permit is required.
One private flag may be displayed in conjunction with
Flags - - public flags.
No permit is required.
14-5B-9 Non-Permanent, Off-Premise, and Other Special Si ns
A. In addition to the signage permitted in each zone, as described in Section 8, above, the
following signs may be installed in any zone according to the specifications and provisions
contained in Table 5B-6. These signs shall not be applied toward the maximum sign area
specified in Section 8, except as otherwise indicated in the Table 5B-6.
B. Banners are not permitted, except as allowed for Special Event Signs and Going Out of
Business Signs, as specified in Table 5B-6.
Table 56-6' SignSpecifications and Provisions for Non-Permanent, Off-Premise, and Other Special Signs.
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
No permit required.
In Residential Zones: Must not be illuminated.
Area: 32 sq. ft. per face 5 ft Must be removed prior to issuance of the certificate of
Construction signs May be double faced fora In Non-Residential occupancy.
total of 64 sq. ft. Zones: l0 ft. Can be located closer than 5 ft to a property line if located
on the wall of a building, fence or protective barricade
surrounding the construction.
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Table 56-6: Sign Specifications and Provisions for Non-Permanent, Off-Premise,. and Other Special Signs
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
No permit is required.
One non-illuminated monument sign per development of 2
Real Estate 32 sq. ft. per face
10 ft acres or more
Shall be removed upon sale or lease of 50% of lots or units
Development May be double faced fora in the development.
signs total of 64 sq. ft. These signs shall not be considered off-premises signs,
provided they are located on land that is part of the subject
subdivision or development.
No permit is required.
One non-illuminated sign is permitted per principal building
that is for sale, rent, or lease.
In Residential Zones: 4 sq. ft.; Only allowed as a temporary sign located in the yard or in
May be double-faced fora In Residential Zones: the window. Sign cannot be affixed to buildings, fences, flag
Real Estate signs total area of 8 sq. ft. 5 ft poles or other permanent structures.
In Non-residential Zones: 32 In Non-Residential Must be removed within 48 hours after the propertyl
sq. ft.; May be double-faced Zones: 10 ft. building, or unit within a building for which the sign is
for a total area of 64 sq. ft. intended is sold, rented, leased or withdrawn from the
market. For residential rental properties, real estate signs
may be displayed no more than 4 months prior to the
commencement of the leasing period.
No permit is required.
Signs in windows - - Posters and other non-permanent signs in windows are
allowed.
One non-illuminated sign per lot is allowed.
Special events sign restricted to 4 times in 12 month period
Special Events 100 sq. ft. - and single duration of 30 days
May include banners, but not any sign prohibited by Section
6 of this Article, Prohibited Signs.
Must not be illuminated.
May be displayed for up to 60 days;.
Going-Out-0f- 100 sq. ft. - Restricted to once in a 12-month period for single business.
Business signs
May include banners, but not any sign prohibited by Section
6 of this Article, Prohibited Signs.
Temporary signs 12 sq. ft. per face. No permit is required.
(other than real May be double-faced for total Height:10 ft One non-illuminated sign per lot is allowed.
estate signs) of 24 sq. ft. Signs shall not be displayed for more than 60 days.
In ID and Residential Zones: In ID and Residential
32 sq. ft. per sign face; May be Zones: 5 ft In ID and in Residential Zones, one monument sign is
double-faced for a total of 64 In all other Zones: allowed at each street entrance to a subdivision or housing
Development sq• ft•
Not to exceed the develo ment.
p
signs In all other Zones: Not to maximum height for In all other Zones, one freestanding or monument sign is
exceed the maximum sign the subject sign type allowed at each street entrance to a subdivision or housing
area for the subject sign type as specified in the development.
as specified in the applicable applicable zone;
zone.
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Table 5B-6: Sign Specifications and Provisions for Non-Permanent, Off-Premise, and Other Special Signs
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
Off-Premises signs are not permitted in Residential, CO-1,
CN-1, CB-5, CB-10, ORP and RDP Zones.
May take the form of any type of sign allowed in the zone in
Not to exceed the maximum which the sign is located and must comply with all other
sign area for the subject sign provisions specified for the subject zone.
type as specified in the Not to exceed the Only one off-premises sign is allowed per lot or tract.
applicable zone and will be maximum sign height Two or more uses may install a common off-premises
Billboards and deducted from the maximum for the subject sign directional sign.
Other Off-
Premises Signs sign allowance for the subject type as specified in No off-premises sign shall be located within 300 ft. of
property. the applicable zone. another off-premises sign,
Nooff-premises sign shall be located within 120 ft. of a
Billboards: 72 sq. ft. May be Billboards: 25 ft Residential Zone, Parks and Open Space Use, Educational
double-faced for a total area of Facility, Religious/Private Group Assembly Use, public
144 sq. ft. museum or government administrative or judicial office.
Billboard signs shall not apply toward maximum sign
allowance for the lot or tract.
14-5B-10 Privately-Owned Si ns in Public Places
A. Purpose
In order to promote the health, safety and general welfare of the population, no privately-
owned signs shall be placed on or over a public place, as defined in Article 14-9C, except
as permitted by the City Code.
B. Removal
Existing privately-owned signs currently located on or over a public place that are not in
compliance with the City Code shall be eliminated and removed. If the sign owner fails to
remove the sign after so ordered by the City, the City may remove the sign and assess the
costs against the sign owner.
C. Special Provisions
1. Signs associated with parades, marches, public entertainment, public demonstrations,
or the commercial use of sidewalks that are located on or over a public place are
subject to the provisions of Title 10, Chapters 1, 2, and 3 of the City Code. Any signs
located on or over the City Plaza are subject to the provisions of Title 10, Chapter 5
of the City Code.
2. The City Manager or designee may approve and execute applications on the City's
behalf for the placement of privately-owned signs on or over a public place upon
finding that the signs:
a. Provide information and guidance to locations of general public interest; .and
b. Will not create a hazard to movement along or within a public place, restrict
access to a public place, or interfere with the convenience and tranquility of the
area adjacent to a public place.
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: August 15, 2008
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Karen Howard, Associate Planner
RE: Sign Code amendments
Over the last several months, staff has been informed of several issues and concerns
relating to the City's sign regulations. Following is a summary and analysis of those issues
and recommendations for amendments to the sign code that will address them.
Freestanding Signs in the CB-2 Zone
In the new zoning code the sign regulations were simplified so that similar zones are
grouped together with the same sign regulations. It made sense to group all the Central
Business Zones together. Freestanding signs are not allowed in the Central Business Zones
because the vision for downtown is for apedestrian-oriented urban commercial environment
with wide sidewalks and buildings located close to the street. There is very little room for
freestanding signs in such an environment and little need for them since other types of
building signage is highly visible to motorists and pedestrians alike. In addition, since
storefronts in an urban commercial setting are often narrow, allowing freestanding signs for
each storefront would result in considerable sign clutter. Under the previous zoning code,
freestanding signs were allowed in the Central Business Service (CB-2) Zone. Since very
few freestanding signs existed in the CB-2 Zone and monument signs seemed like a
suitable alternative in those few cases where the buildings were set back from the street, the
allowance for freestanding signs in the CB-2 Zone was eliminated from the code.
Staff, however, have recently been made aware of an unintended consequence of this
change. Russ's Northside Service Station, located on the corner of Gilbert and
Bloomington, has a freestanding sign that was in disrepair. The owner wanted to replace
the sign face and repair the structure. However, the code is strict about nonconforming
signs. Any change to a nonconforming sign triggers the requirement to bring the sign into
compliance with all current standards. Since freestanding signs are no longer allowed, the
owner could not change the existing freestanding sign. In most cases a monument sign
would be a suitable alternative, however, there is not enough room on the property for a
monument sign without interfering with the traffic circulation around the gas pumps and the
vision triangle at the street intersection. In addition, unlike most properties in the area, the
building is set back from the street, so there are limited options for other types of signs that
would be readily visible to customers driving down the street. Staff agreed that the most
reasonable solution would be to allow the sign to be repaired and the sign face replaced.
In order to do that, the sign code must be amended to allow freestanding signs in the CB-2
Zone. Staff finds that it is reasonable to amend the zoning code to allow freestanding signs
in the CB-2 Zone in certain circumstances. One possible solution would be to allow
freestanding signs by minor modification in the CB-2 Zone if the owner provides evidence
that the existing configuration of the site and location of the building or buildings on the site
make it practically difficult to install a monument sign and that other types of allowed
signage would not be readily visible from the street due to the location of building(s) or other
unique site characteristics. Suggested code language is included in the following table,
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which would be inserted into the zoning code Table 58-4, Sign Specifications and
Provisions in fhe CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones.
Sign Type Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
Allowed only in the CB-2 Zone
Allowed only through approval of a minor modification.
Applicant must provide convincing evidence that the
existing configuration of the site and location of the
Two (2) square feet per building or buildings on the site make it practically
lineal foot of lot frontage, 20 ft difficult to install a monument sign and that other types of
Freestanding Sign not to exceed 40 square allowed signage would not be readily visible from the
feet per sign face street due to the location of building(s) or other unique
site characteristics.
Only one freestanding sign is allowed per lot.
A freestanding sign is not allowed if the property has a
monument sign, entranceway sign, or masonry wall sign.
Entranceway Signs
City staff received a request for permission to install identification and directional signage on
the archway structure on Linn Street that leads to the surface parking lot for the grocery
store on the ground floor of the Plaza Towers building in downtown.
The archway and associated masonry walls provide screening for the parking lot and a
street wall that helps separate and buffer pedestrians from the parking area. Because it is
not apparent to motorists that the parking lot is intended for customers of the grocery store,
the owner requested to install signage on the archway that identifies the business and
directs traffic to the parking lot. However, this type of sign did not fit into any of the sign
categories allowed in the CB-10 Zone.
Staff finds the request reasonable and believes there may be other contexts where a
business or institution may have a parking lot or grounds and would like to have a feature
such as an archway to identify and delineate the entrance. In addition there may be
situations where there would be a need or a desire to delineate a walkway or pedestrian
entrance with an archway with identification and directional signage. Therefore, staff
recommends adding a new sign type, "entranceway sign," to the zoning code with
restrictions on size and location. Following is a proposed definition of "entranceway sign,"
proposed standards, and zones where this type of sign might be allowed.
ENTRANCEWAY SIGN - Anon-building sign incorporated into or mounted on the
face of or affixed above or below an entranceway arch that extends over a
walkway or driveway. Said sign type is intended to identify and direct traffic to
a place, grounds, or parking lot. The sign may include the name of only one
entity or place and an associated logo, crest, or insignia that identifies the
place, grounds or entity to which the parking or grounds belong. The sign
may also include the words, "parking," "entrance," and/or directional arrows,
but may not contain any advertising message.
Zones where allowed -All Commercial, Industrial and Research Zones. Allowed in
Residential Zones, but only for Parks and Open Space Uses.
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Standards
^ Up to one sign per elevation of the entranceway arch.
^ For signs located across the top of the entranceway arch, the area of the
sign may not exceed 25% of the total area delineated by the entranceway
arch (see illustration). For a sign located on the side of the archway, the
area of the sign may not exceed 33% of the surface area of the side of the
archway support on which the sign is located.
Sign copy may not extend beyond the edges of the entranceway structure.
However, if an applicant finds that this standard is too restrictive, they may
request review and approval from the Design Review Committee for an
alternative design. The Design Review Committee will approve, approve
with conditions, or deny an application based on whether the proposed
alternative design is appropriate to and integrated into the overall design of
the entranceway. The Committee will consider such factors as colors,
materials, size, and proportionality.
• An entranceway sign is not allowed if the property already has a monument
sign, freestanding sign, or masonry wall sign located at the subject
entrance.
^ In the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones, signage on an entranceway arch as
defined herein will count as one sign toward the total limit for freestanding,
freestanding wide-base signs and monument signs on a lot or tract.
^ Minimum clearance height is 10 feet for entranceway signs across
driveways and 8 feet for entryway signs across walkways.
^ Changeable copy is not allowed.
Signs on Multi-Family Buildings
Earlier this year, the City received an email letter from the Northside Neighborhood
Association expressing their concern about the proliferation of signs on rental properties
advertising the name, phone number, and/or website of the leasing company that owns the
building. The association believes that these signs are detracting from the residential
character of the neighborhood.
In order to prevent commercial sign clutter from detracting from the residential character of
neighborhoods, the only permanent signs allowed in residential zones are identification
signs, integral signs, directional signs, and flags. Real estate signs are also allowed on a
temporary basis when a property is for sale or lease. The types of signs to which the
Northside Neighborhood refers seem to function somewhat like a real estate sign, except
that they are permanently affixed to the building and are not necessarily advertising the
particular building to which they are affixed, but instead are advertising the leasing
company. For instance, checking the website listed on one of the signs indicates that the
particular property is already leased for the entire year and is not available.
A real estate sign is defined as a sign that advertises the sale, rental or lease of the
premises or part of the premises on which the sign is located. The code also states that a
real estate sign must be removed within 48 hours of the sale of the property. By implication
then, real estate signs should not be permanent signs, but should only be present if the
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property is for sale or lease. However, for rental properties that more frequently turn over, it
is difficult to monitor when properties are available for rent to determine whether a sign is
legal at any particular point in time.
Some have argued that these signs could be considered "identification signs." However,
identification signs are defined as, "a sign displaying the name, address, crest, insignia or
trademark, occupation or profession of an occupant of a building or the name of any building
on the premises. Since the leasing company signs are advertising a business that is off-site
rather than identifying the building itself, these signs do not fit into this sign category.
Staff have considered this issue and have observed the proliferation of these types of signs
particularly in neighborhoods close to downtown and the University. However, City staff
have found it difficult to enforce the existing code as written. While it may be reasonable to
allow larger multi-family buildings that may have more frequent vacancies to display a small
sign with the name of the leasing company and a phone number or website, when located
on single family homes, duplexes, and small apartment buildings and rooming houses, the
signs seem out of place and detract from the residential character of the neighborhood.
They present a commercial feel to the neighborhood and suggest to permanent residents
and potential home buyers that the neighborhood is transitional in nature. Staff finds that
the typical temporary "For Rent" sign should suffice when there is an actual vacancy on the
property rather than allowing the investment property owner to use these homes as an
advertising vehicle for their rental business by placing a permanent sign on every rental
property they own.
To address these concerns and make it easier to enforce limitations on commercial signage
in residential neighborhoods, Staff recommends the following changes to the sign code:
^ Amend the definition of "real estate sign" and "temporary sign" so that it is clear that
real estate signs are Temporary signs, built of temporary materials and only allowed
as a yard sign or a sign in a window. Place a time limit on the display of such signs.
^ Amend the provision that states that only one real estate sign is allowed per lotto
state "only one real estate sign is allowed per principal building that is for sale, rent,
or lease." This will provide a more reasonable standard for properties that have
multiple buildings on one lot, such as planned developments.
^ Add a new sign type, "residential leasing company sign," to the code and allow them
only on multi-family buildings with eight or more units and only in multi-family zones.
Allow this type of sign in lieu of a "small identification sign," which is currently
allowed.
^ Maintain the current code provision that allows any use other than a single family or
duplex to display a larger identification sign in the form of a monument sign, facia
sign, or awning sign. For example, a 12-unit apartment building in amulti-family
zone could have a sign on the awning above the door that states, "Pine Ridge
Apartments," and also a small sign that states, "AAA Rentals -
www.AAArentals.com."
REAL ESTATE SIGN: A temporary sign which advertises the sale, rental or lease of
the premises or part of the premises on which the sign is located, including open
house directional signs.
RESIDENTIAL LEASING COMPANY SIGN: A building sign displaying the name,
address, phone number, website, crest, insignia, and/or trademark of the leasing
company for the multi-family building upon which it is located.
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TEMPORARY SIGN: A yard sale sign, temporary identification sign, real estate sign,
or political sign constructed of temporary materials, such as cardboard, wallboard
or plywood, with or without a structural frame, intended for a temporary period of
display, but excluding banners.
Table 5B-1: Sign Specifications and Provisions in Residential Zones and the ID and OPDH Zones
Maximum Height &
Permitted Signs Zone Maximum Sign Area Special Provisions
The sign must be a building
syn.
Only allowed on multi-family
Residential 3'sa ft buildings that contain 8 or
Leasing Company RM-12 RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, PRM more dwelling units.
Syn U~ to one of these signs is
allowed per building.
Must be located no more
than 10 feet above grade.
The sign must be a building
sign.
Up to one of these signs is
Small ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, allowed per building.
identification sign ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, 2 sq. ft. No permit is required.
PRM Not allowed if the building
has a residential leasing
company sign.
Table 5B-6: Sign Specifications and Provisions for Non-Permanent, Off-Premise, and Other Special Signs
Permitted Signs Maximum Sigo Area Maximum.Height Provisions
No permit is required.
One non-illuminated sign is permitted per let np 'ncipal
buildingthat is for sale, rent, or lease.
In Residential Zones: 4 sq. ft.;
May be double-faced fora
In Residential Zones: .Only allowed as a
temoorar~sign located in the yard or in the window. Sign
Real Estate signs total area of 8 sq. ft. 5 ft cannot be affixed to buildings, fences flag poles or other
In Non-residential Zones: 32
sq. ft.; May be double-faced
for a total area of 64 sq. ft. In Non-Residential
Zones: 10 ft. oermanent structures.
Must be removed within 48 hours after t#e-sale-ef the
property building, or unit within a building for which the sign
is ihtended is sold. rented, leased or withdrawn from the
market. For residential rental properties, real estate signs
may be displayed no more than 4 months prior to a building
or union abuilding becoming available for rent or lease.
The Neighborhood Associations and the Apartment Owners' Association have been
informed that these proposed amendments will be on your meeting agenda next week. A
number of written comments have been received regarding the proposed changes to the
sign code. These are attached for your consideration.
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Article B. Sign Regulations
~~
The purpose for this Article is to enhance and protect the physical appearance and safety of the
community, to protect property values and to preserve Iowa City's areas of natural, historic and
scenic beauty. These regulations are also intended to reduce distractions and obstructions
contributing to traffic accidents, reduce hazards caused by signs projecting over the public right
of way, provide a reasonable opportunity for all sign users to display signs without interference
from other signage, to provide fair and equitable treatment for all sign users and to establish a
reasonable period of time for the elimination of nonconforming signs.
~.. .~
A. Applicability
All signs on private property must be installed, maintained, and/or removed according to
the provisions of this Article.
B. Permit Required
1. No sign requiring a permit in accordance with the requirements of this Article shall be
installed, altered, moved, improved or converted without first obtaining a sign permit
from the Building Official or designee according to the procedures specified in
Chapter 8 of this Title, Review and Approval Procedures. A permit is not required for
incidental repairs or routine maintenance.
2. Certain types of signs are allowed without a permit and such exemption from the sign
permit requirements is clearly specified in the tables included in Sections 8 and 9,
below. A permit is required for any sign that is not specifically exempted from the
permit requirements.
C. Sign Installer's License Required
1. Except for those signs not requiring a permit, as listed in Sections 8 and 9 of this
Article, it shall be unlawful for any person to install, alter, move, improve, remove or
convert any sign without having a sign installer's license in good standing issued by
the City. Aone-time sign installer's license shall be available to a tenant or owner of a
building to permit the tenant's or owner's own sign to be installed.
2. The license to install, alter, move, improve, remove or convert any sign as required
herein shall be known as a sign installer's license and shall be issued by the City to
the person desiring to perform the work indicated above. No such license shall be
issued to any person until such person shall have paid to the City a license fee as
established by resolution of City Council and shall have filed with the Department of
Housing and Inspection Services a copy or a certificate of a contractor's public liability
insurance policy with coverage limits as set out in Title 3, Chapter 4 of the City Code.
The City shall be designated as an additional insured, and the policy shall provide
that the City is to be notified 30 days in advance of the termination of the policy. The
license shall indemnify and save harmless the City from any and all damage,
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judgment, cost or expense which the City may incur or suffer by reason of said
license issuance.
3. All sign installer's licenses shall expire on December 31 of each year. Renewal fees
and reinstatement fees shall be as established by resolution of the City Council. Any
license that has expired may be reinstated within 60 calendar days after the
expiration date upon payment of an additional reinstatement fee.
4. A one-time sign installer's license shall be valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.
5. The Building Official or designee is responsible for enforcement of these provisions
and is empowered to suspend or revoke a sign installer's license for a violation of the
sign regulations or if the license was obtained by fraud or if the license allows any
person not employed by the sign installer without a valid installer's license to do or
cause to be done any work requiring a license.
6. A person aggrieved by the revocation, suspension or denial of a license may appeal
said action to the Board of Adjustment.
7. If a license is revoked for any reason, another installer's license shall not be issued to
such person for 12 months after revocation.
D. Application of State Law
In any case in which the Code of Iowa, as amended, contains more restrictive
requirements than the regulations contained herein, the Code of Iowa, as amended, will
govern.
',14-5B-3 General Location Standards _
A. Location Standards For All Zones
1. No sign shall be located in violation of the Intersection Visibility Standards set forth in
Article 14-5D.
2. All non-building signs, and all parts thereof, must be set back at least 5 feet from any
property line, with the following exception. Signs may be located closer than 5 feet to
a property line at 10 feet or more above grade, provided no part of the sign or sign
support overhangs any property lines. In addition, freestanding wide-base signs must
not be located closer than 10 feet to any right-of-way or closer than 30 feet to any
street curb.
3. Building signs must comply with the building setback requirements of the base zone.
No part of a building sign or sign support may overhang a property line, unless
specifically allowed in this Article.
4. For any sign that is allowed to project over the public right-of-way according to the
provisions of this Article, a Use of Public Right-of-Way Agreement must be signed by
the property owner as a part of the permitting process.
5. No sign shall obstruct ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire escape. No
sign shall be attached to a standpipe or fire escape.
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B. Signs Adjacent To Residential Zones
1. Any sign located in aNon-Residential zone, but within 100 feet of a Residential Zone
is subject to the standards and limitations of Subsection 8C, Sign Standards in the
CO-1, CN-1 and MU Zones.
2. Electronic changeable copy signs are not allowed within 100 feet of a Residential
Zone, except for allowed Time and Temperature Signs, as defined in Article 14-9C,
Sign Definitions.
3. In Non-residential Zones, except for facia signs, no sign shall be located in the
required front building setback area within 50 feet of a Residential Zone.
4. Facia signs located in Non-residential Zones and within 50 feet of a Residential Zone
on the same side of the street shall not be placed on the wall of the building facing
the Residential Zone.
14-5B-4 Construction and Maintenance Requirements
A. Construction
All signs, except for temporary signs, shall be designed and constructed to withstand a
wind pressure of not less than 30 pounds per square foot of area and loads as required by
the Building Code.
B. Minimum Clearance Height
The minimum clearance height is measured from grade to the lowest point on the sign.
The minimum clearance height for freestanding, banner, and time and temperature signs
is 10 feet. For storefront projecting signs allowed in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones, the
minimum clearance height is 8 feet.
C. Maintenance
All signs shall be maintained in such a manner as to avoid becoming a hazardous sign.
D. Changeable Copy
1. Copy that is changed manually
Any sign may contain copy that is changed manually, unless precluded by definition
or specifically prohibited herein.
2. Copy that is changed electronically
Signs where the copy is changed by electronic means are only allowed as specified
below.
a. The sign must be located in a Commercial Zone or in a Public Zone. However,
electronic changeable copy signs are not allowed within 100 feet of a Residential
Zone, except for allowed Time and Temperature Signs, as defined in Article 14-
9C, Sign Definitions. On properties zoned Public, electronic changeable copy
signs are not allowed where said sign would be visible from any adjacent
Residential Zone.
b. Electronic changeable copy is allowed on only one sign per lot. In the CH-1, CI-
1, CC-2, CB-2, and CB-5 Zones, a Time and Temperature Sign, as defined in
Article 14-9C, Sign Definitions shall not count toward the one sign limit.
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c. The changeable copy may not be animated (See definition of ANIMATED SIGN
in Article 14-9C, Sign Definitions). The copy may be changed no more than once
per hour, except for designation of the time and temperature, which may be
changed more frequently.
d. The sign may not contain images or be of a brightness that will interfere with,
obstruct the view of, or confuse traffic. The sign may not contain images that
may be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device. The sign
may not make use of the words, "stop," "go slow," "caution," "drive in,"
"danger," or any other word, phrase, symbol or character in such a way as to
interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic.
e. The sign must comply with the illumination standards as specified in the
following subsection.
f. In the MU, CO-1, CN-1, and CB-10 Zones, electronic changeable copy is only
allowed on a time and temperature sign (See definition of TIME AND
TEMPERATURE SIGN in Article 14-9C). The electronic changeable copy portion
of the sign is limited to the display of the time and/or temperature and may not
exceed 40 percent of the area of the sign face.
g. In Public Zones and in CH-1, CI-1, and CC-2 Zones, electronic changeable copy
is only allowed on time and temperature signs, freestanding signs, freestanding
wide-base signs, and monument signs. On time and temperature signs, the
electronic changeable copy portion of the sign is limited to the display of the
time and/or temperature and may not exceed 40 percent of the area of the sign
face. On freestanding and freestanding wide-base signs the electronic
changeable copy portion of the sign may not exceed 40 percent of the area of
the sign face. For monument signs the electronic changeable copy portion of
the sign may not exceed 50 percent of the area of the sign face.
h. In the CB-2 and CB-5 Zones, electronic changeable copy is only allowed on time
and temperature signs and monument signs. On time and temperature signs,
the electronic changeable copy portion of the sign is limited to the display of the
time and/or temperature and may not exceed 40 percent of the area of the sign
face. On monument signs the electronic changeable copy portion of the sign
may not exceed 75 percent of the area of the sign face.
E. Illumination Requirements
Illuminated signs must conform to the following requirements:
1. Except for signs in the ID and Residential Zones and special event signs, all permitted
signs may be internally or externally illuminated. All signs permitted in the ID and
Residential Zones and special event signs may only be externally illuminated with
white light.
2. Illumination through the use of exposed lamps or inert gas tubes is allowed, provided
the exposed lamp does not exceed 11 watts or that an inert gas tube does not draw
more than 60 milliamps. When inside frosted lamps or exposed lamps with a diffusing
screen are used, no lamp shall exceed 25 watts.
3. Illumination through the use of LEDs is allowed only as specified for electronic
changeable copy. All signs using LEDs must have installed ambient light monitors
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and must at all times allow such monitors to automatically adjust the brightness level
of the electronic sign based on ambient light conditions. At no time shall the sign be
operated at a brightness level greater than the manufacturer's recommended levels.
The electronic changeable copy must be monochromatic. It must utilize a dark
background with only the message or image lit in a single color.
4. Artificial external light sources used to illuminate a sign face must be located and
shielded such that the bulb is not directly visible from any adjacent residentially-
zoned property or public right-of-way and must use a narrow cone of light that does
not extend beyond the illuminated sign face.
5. Illumination on a property, including illumination from signs, must not exceed 0.5
initial horizontal footcandles and 2.0 initial maximum footcandles as measured at any
point along a property boundary that is adjacent to or across the street from
properties that are zoned Residential, CN-1, or CO-1.
6. All illuminated signs are subject to the provisions of the Electrical Code, including any
permit fees.
7. Permit applications for electronic changeable copy signs must include a copy of the
manufacturer's operating manual, including any recommended standards for
brightness and other display operations.
8. For electronic changeable copy signs, whether the sign is programmed from the site
or from a remote location, the computer interface that programs the sign shall be
made available to City staff for inspection upon request. If the computer interface is
not immediately available, the sign shall cease operation until such program can be
provided.
14-5B-5 Nonconformin Situations
A. Nonconforming Signs
All legally nonconforming signs must comply with the provisions specified for
nonconforming signs in Article 14-4E, Nonconforming Situations. Signs deemed "historic"
may be eligible for a special exception according to the provisions specified in Article 14-
4E, Nonconforming Situations.
B. Signs for Nonconforming Uses
A nonconforming use is permitted to have the same amount and type of signage as would
be allowed for such use in the most restrictive zone in which such use is allowed, exce t
buildin .
14-5B-6 Prohibited Signs
A. Regulations are Exclusionary
These regulations are intended to be exclusionary. Any type of sign not specifically listed
in this Article is prohibited. In addition, the following signs are specifically prohibited in all
zones:
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1. Animated signs, except for barber poles as expressly permitted by this Article;
2. Hazardous signs;
3. Obsolete signs;
4. Painted wall signs;
5. Portable signs, including signs on wheels, trailers, and truck beds, but excepting
those portable signs expressly permitted by this Article;
6. Roof signs;
7. Searchlights;
8. Spinners, balloons, pennants, or other similar devices;
9. Swinging signs.
10. No vehicle, including trailers, shall be parked so that it functions primarily as a sign. A
vehicle will be considered in violation of this provision if questions a. through c.,
below, can be answered in the affirmative and there is no compelling answer to
question d. to justify the parking location as opposed to some less conspicuous
location.
a. Is the vehicle parked at a prominent location?
b. Can people driving by the sign easily read the sign?
c. Is the vehicle in the same or similar locations for several hours during the same
day or for several days during the same week?
d. Are there any stated or apparent reasons, other than for signage purposes, that
justify the vehicle being at that location?
B. Removal of Prohibited or Illegal Signs
In accordance with the following procedure, the Building Official or designee is authorized
to require the removal of any illegal or prohibited sign:
1. Before taking action to require the removal of any illegal or prohibited sign, the
Building Official or designee will provide written notice to the owner or operator of
the business to which the sign relates.
2. The notice will specify that the illegal or prohibited sign must be removed or brought
into compliance with this Article within a reasonable time of such notice.
3. If the sign is not removed or repaired, as the case may be, within the time allowed,
the Building Official or designee is hereby authorized to have the sign removed to be
used as evidence and assess the costs of removal against the property for collection
in the same manner as a property tax.
14-5B-7 Measurement Standards
A. Maximum Sign Area
1. Where the size of a sign is regulated by the area of a wall, an awning or a canopy,
the maximum sign area is calculated as a percentage of the total area of the wall, the
awning, or the canopy on which the sign is affixed.
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3. The total building signage on a wall, canopy, or awning shall not exceed the
maximum sign allowance for that wall, canopy, or awning, regardless of the number
of uses or occupants in the building. For example, if the maximum sign area for facia
signs is 15 percent, then no more than 15 percent of any single wall of the building
may be covered by facia signs, regardless of how many businesses are located in the
building.
B. Measuring Sign Area
The area of each sign, regardless of shape, shall be computed by determining the area of
a triangle, rectangle or circle that completely encloses the outer perimeter of the sign face.
In the case of a sign composed of characters or words that are attached directly to a
building, an appurtenance to a building, or a masonry wall, the area of the sign will be
computed by determining the area of a triangle, rectangle, or circle that completely
encloses the whole group of characters or words.
C. Measuring Sign Height
The maximum height of a sign shall be the measurement from grade to the highest point
on the sign. In the case where a minimum height is established, the minimum height shall
be measured from grade to the lowest point on the sign.
sign area is-calculated as a percentage of the surface area of the side of the archway
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14-5B-8 Si ns Permitted by Zone
A. Sign Standards for the ID and OPD Zones
1. Permitted Signs:
a. Single Family Uses and Two Family Uses are not allowed to install permanent
signs, except for one small identification building sign and one integral sign and
public flags, as specified in Table 5B-1, below.
b. Signage for non-residential uses in the ID-RS and ID-RM Zones, are permitted
one identification sign. The identification sign may be one of the following types:
facia, awning or monument sign. For Institutional Uses, the sign may also
include copy announcing its services or activities.
c. Signage for non-residential uses in the ID-C, ID-I, and ID-RP Zones must
comply with the sign regulations contained in Subsection 8C, Sign Standards in
the CO-1, CN-1 and MU Zones.
d. Residential uses in any OPD zone are permitted signage in accordance with the
requirements of the underlying Residential Zone. Non-residential uses approved
as part of a planned development are permitted signage in accordance with the
sign regulations contained in Subsection 8C, Sign Standards in the CO-1, CN-1
and MU Zones.
2. Sign Specifications and Provisions
a. All signs for residential uses in the ID Zones and OPD Zones are subject to the
standards specified in Table 5B-1.
b. All signs in the ID-RS and ID-RM Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-1.
c. All signs for non-residential uses in the ID-C, ID-I, and ID-RP Zones are subject
to the standards specified in Table 5B-2.
d. In the OPD Zone, all signs for non-residential uses approved as part of a
planned development are subject to the standards specified in Table 5B-2.
B. Sign Standards for all Residential Zones
1. Permitted Signs:
a. Principal uses, other than Single-Family Uses and Two Family Uses, are
permitted one identification sign. The identification sign may be one of the
following types: facia, awning, or monument sign. For Institutional Uses, the
sign may also include copy announcing its services or activities.
b. Parks and Omen Space-Uses are~permitted entranceway sians as pecified in
c. In Multi``-Family Zones multi-family buildings with 8 or more dwelling un
d. Single Family Uses and Two Family Uses are not allowed to install permanent
signs, except for one small identification building sign and one integral sign and
public flags, as specified in Table 5B-1, below.
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2. Sign Specifications and Provisions
All signs in Residential Zones are subject to the standards specified in Table 5B-1.
Table 56-1: Sign'Specifications and Provisions in Residential Zones and the ID and OPD Zones
Permitted Signs Zone Maximum Sign Area Maximum Helghf&
SpeciaF Provisions
Max. Height: Top of first
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12 4 sq. ft. story.
Limited to identification
only, except as allowed for
Facia Signs ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44,
12 sq. ft. Institutional Uses.
PRM Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
Max. Height: 5 ft
Limited to identification
12 sq. ft. per sign face. only, except as allowed for
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12 May be double-faced fora Institutional Uses.
total area of 24 sq.ft. Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
s
Monument Sign Max. Height: 5 ft
Limited to identification
RM-44
RNS-20
RM-20
RM-12
ID-RM 24 sq. ft. per sign face. only, except as allowed for
,
,
,
,
,
PRM May be double-faced fora Institutional Uses,
total area of 48 sq.ft. Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
Max. Height: Top of first
story
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, o
12 sq. ft. or 25 /o of awning Limited to identification
only, except as allowed for
Awning Signs ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, surface, whichever is less Institutional Uses.
PRM Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
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Table 5B-1:5ign,Specifications and Provisions in Residential Zones and the ID and OPD Zones
Maximum Height ~
Permitted Si ns
9 Zone Maximum Sign :Area Special Provisions
Maximum Height: 20 ft.
Up to one sign per facade
of the subject archway.
The sign'may not contain
chanQeable'copv.
Sign copy may not extend
fond the edges of the
entranceway structure.' If an
a~,plicant finds that this
staridard is too restrictive,
thev'mav reauesta l.eveli
review from the Design
For. signs located above or Review Committee for an
h
acrossthe top of the e
altemative design. T
subject archway, thearea Design Review Committee
of the sign may not exceed will agDfbVe, aaprove with
25% of the area delineated conditions, or deny an
by the subject archway. a~plicatfon based on
whether the oroposed
Allowedffor Parks and Open Soace Uses Fora si4n located on the altemative design is
Entranceway Sign irrany Residential Zone, ID Zone, or'OPD side of the archway, the approoriate to and
Zone area of the sign may not integrated into the overall
exceed 33% of the surface n'of the entranceway.
desi
area of the side of the g
The'Committeewill
archway suooort on,which consider such factors as
the sign is located, color, materials; size; and
Lee 14-5B-7 Measurement proportionality.
Standards
Minimum .clearance height
is 10 feet forentrancewav
sighs across drivewavs'and
8 feet for entranceway
signs across walkways.
Entranceway signs are not
allowed if the subjecf lot or
tract already has a
monument i n'located'at
the subject entrance.
Thesian mustbe a buildino
sign.
Only allowed on`multi-family
idential
Re buildings that contaim8 or
s
Leasing Comaany RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, PRM 3' sa'ft. mope dwellin4 units:
Sigh ~ to one of these signs is
allowed oer building.
Must be located no more
than 10 feet above grade.
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Table 56-1: Sign Specifications and Provisions in Residential Zones and the ID and OPD Zones
Permitted Si ns
9 Zone Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height8~
Special Provisions
The sign must be a building
sign.
Up to one of these signs is
Small ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, allowed per building.
identification sign ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, 2 sq. ft. No rmit is re wired.
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PRM Not allowed if the building
has a residential leasin4
comaany sign.
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, 2 sq. ft: per face
Directional signs ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, May be double-faced for --
PRM total area of 4 sq. ft.
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, Up to one of these signs is
Integral sign ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, 2 sq. ft. allowed per building.
PRM No permit is required.
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12,
Public Flags ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, - No permit is required.
PRM
~ Only one sign is permitted; one facia sign, one awning sign, or one monument sign (See 14-5B-8A-1.b.,above)
C. Sign Standards in the CO-1, CN-1 and MU Zones
1. All signs in the CO-1, CN-1, and MU Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 56-2.
2. Except for identification banners, monument signs, and entranceway signs, any
number of signs may be installed, provided the maximum sign area for each type of
sign is not exceeded. The number of identification banners, monument signs, and
entranceway signs is limited according to the provisions specified in Table 5B-2.
3. Signage for residential uses must comply with the requirements for residential uses in
the RM zones as stated in Table 56-1.
Table 56-2: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the"C0-1, CN-1, and MU Zones
Permitted signs Maximum Sign
Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Top of first
Facia Signs 15% allowance per story, except
as allowed
Parapet signs are allowed, but only on one-story buildings.
sign wall for parapet
signs
Canopy Signs 8 sq. ft. per sign Top of first
story _
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Table 5B-2: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CO-1, CN-1, and MU Zones
Permitted signs Maximum Sign
Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Up to two identification banner signs may be affixed to each parking area
light pole, provided that the following conditions are met:
• The parking area must contain at least 200 parking spaces and be
shared by multiple commercial uses.
• The light poles on which banners are affixed must be spaced at least
80 feet apart.
Identification 18 sq. ft, per 20 ft • Each banner can be no more than 3 ft wide and 6 ft in height.
Banners banner The banner must be mounted or affixed so that the bottom edge of the
sign is at least 10 feet above grade and the top edge of the sign is no
higher than 20 feet above grade.
• The banner signs must be consistent in appearance and size.
The permit for the banner sign shall be valid for no more than one (1) year.
However, the permit will be renewable if the banner signs are in good
condition or are replaced with new banner signs.
Two or more uses on a single lot may share a common monument sign.
The number of monument signs on a lot or tract is limited as follows:
• For lots or tracts with less than 160 feet of frontage on a single street,
Up to 2 sq. ft of only one monument sign is permitted along that frontage.
sign area per lineal For lots or tracts with 160 to 300 feet of frontage along a single street,
foot of lot frontage, up to 2 monument signs are permitted. The monument signs must be
not to exceed 50 at least 150 feet apart as measured along the frontage.
Monument signs sq. ft. per sign face. 5 ft. For lots or tracts with frontage in excess of 300 ft along a single street,
May be double- up to 3 monuments signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least
faced for a total 150 ft apart as measured along the frontage.
area of 100 sq. ft. For lots or tracts with frontage along more than one street, each
per sign. frontage is allowed signs based on the formulas stated above up to a
maximum of 5 signs. Any sign that is located within 25 feet of a corner
(at the point where property lines intersect) will count as two signs; one
toward the sign allowance for each frontage.
For signs located
above or across the U~ to one sign per=facade of the subiect archwav.
top of the subiect The sian may not contain chanoeable copy.
archway, the area Sign cony may not extend beyond the edges of the entranceway structure. if
oftthe siQrr may not an applicant finds#hat4his standard is too restrictive, they may request a
exceed 25% of the Level Preview from the Design Review Committee for an altematiye desion.
area delineated by The Design Review Committee will abprove, approve with conditions, or
the subiect deny an aapiication based on whether the proposed alternative desion is
archway appropriate to and integrated into the overall design'of the entranceway.
For a sign located The Committee will considersuch factors as color, materials, ize, and
Entranceway id
'of th
th 20 ft
S~ e
on
es
e , proportionality.
archwav, the area
of the sign maV not Minimum clearance height is 10 feet for entranceway signs across
exceed 33% of he driveways and 8 feet for entranceway signsacrosswalkways.
surface area of the
side bf the archwav siQhaae as specified herein will count as one sign toward the
Entranceway
su~porPon which -
total limit' for monumentsians on a'lot ortract Entranceway signs are not
the sign is located. allowed ifthe subiect lot or tracti already. has a monumentsion located at the
Seej 14-56-7 subject'entrance.
Measurement
Standards
Awning signs 25% of awning Top of first _
surface story
Window signs 25% of window -- -_
area
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Table 5B-2: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the C0-1, CN-1, and MU Zones
Permitted signs Maximum Sign
Area Maximum
Height Provisions
25 sq. ft. per sign
Time & face
Temperature May be double- - Shall not project more than 6 ft. into public right of way.
Signs faced for a total of
50 sq. ft.
Maximum diameter: 9 inches
Barber Poles -- -- Maximum length: 3 ft
3 sq. ft. per sign
Directional signs face _ __
May be double-
faced for total area
of 6 sq. ft.
Identification & Up to one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs 2 sq. ft. No permit is required.
One private flag may be displayed in conjunction with public flags.
Flags _ __ No permit is required.
Quick Vehicle Allowed for Quick Vehicle Servicing Uses.
Servicing Signs ~ No permit is required.
D. Sign Standards in the CH-1, CC-2 and CI-1 Zones
1. All signs in the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-3.
2. The total number of freestanding signs, freestanding wide-base signs and monument
signs on a lot or tract is limited as follows. Any combination of these three types of
signs is allowed within the stated limits.
a. For lots or tracts with less than 160 feet of frontage on a single street, only one
such sign is permitted along that frontage. Freestanding wide-based signs are
not permitted on lots or tracts with less than 160 feet of frontage.
b. For lots or tracts with 160 to 300 feet of frontage along a single street, up to 2
such signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least 150 feet apart as
measured along the frontage.
c. For lots or tracts with 301 to 600 feet of frontage along a single street, up to 3
such signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least 150 feet apart as
measured along the frontage.
d. For lots or tracts with frontage in excess of 600 feet along a single street, up to
3 such signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least 150 feet apart as
measured along the frontage. One additional monument sign is allowed,
provided the sign is at least 150 feet from any other monument, freestanding,
or freestanding wide-base sign.
e. For lots or tracts with frontage along more than one street, each frontage is
allowed signs based on the formulas stated in subparagraphs a. through d.,
above. However, a maximum of 5 such signs are allowed on any one lot or
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tract. Any sign that is located within 25 feet of a corner (the point where
property lines intersect) will count as two signs; one toward the sign allowance
for each frontage.
3. Other than for entranceway signs and the types of signs listed in paragraph 2, above,
any number of signs may be installed, provided the maximum sign area for each type
of sign is not exceeded and the provisions specified in Table 5B-3 are met.
4. Signage for residential uses must comply with the requirements for residential uses in
the RM zones as stated in Table 5B-1.
Table 56-3: Sign Specit=tcations and Provisions in the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones-
Permitted Signs ` Maximum Sign Area. Maximum:
Height Provisions
Facia signs 15% allowance per sign wall - --
Canopy signs 12 sq. ft. per sign Top of first story -
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot
of lot frontage, not to exceed 25 feet,
125 sq. ft. per sign face. May however, in the
be double-faced for a total CH-1 District,
area of 250 square feet. property within When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
Additional sign area is 1,000 feet of an freestanding or monument sign may be installed. The maximum
allowed in the CH-1 Zone as interstate area of the common sign may be 50 /° larger than the area of
Freestanding follows. For property within highway right of the maximum individual sign allowed.
signs
1,000 feet of an interstate
way may have 1
The number of signs is limited according to paragraph D.2.,
highway right-of-way, one of freestanding above.
the property's allotted sign with a
freestanding signs is allowed maximum height
up to 250 sq. ft per sign face, not to exceed 65
which may be double-faced feet.
for a total area of 500 sq. ft.
Maximum width: 10 ft.
When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common sign may
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot beonstalled. The maximum area of the common sign may be
of lot frontage, not to exceed 50 /° larger than the area of the maximum individual sign
Freestanding, 125 sq. ft. per sign face. 26 ft. allowed.
Wide Base signs May be double-faced fora The number of signs is limited according to paragraph D.2.,
total of 250 sq. ft. above. However, a freestanding, wide-based sign is only
allowed if the lot frontage is at least 160 feet, and the City
Engineer determines that the location of the sign will not
obstruct the visibility of vehicles entering or exiting the property.
When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot monument or freestanding sign may be installed. The maximum
of lot frontage, not to exceed area of the common sign may be 50% larger than the area of
Monument signs 50 sq. ft. per sign face. May 5 ft the maximum individual sign allowed.
be double-faced for a total The number of signs is limited according to paragraph D.2.,
area of 100 sq. ft. above.
Up to 1 sq. ft. per lineal foot
of lot frontage, not to exceed 1 ft. less than
Masonry Wall 50 sq. ft. per sign. the height of the One masonry wall sign is allowed, in lieu of a monument,
Sign In additiono the sign may not masonry wall, freestanding, or freestanding wide-base sign.
exceed 15 /° of the total area not to exceed 12
of the face of the masonry feet
wall
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Table 56-3: Sign Specifications'and Provisions in the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Up to ohe'sign per facade of the entranceway arch.
The sign may not contain changeable cow'.
Sign copy may not extend beyond the edges of the
entranceway structure If an applicant findsthatthis-standard
is too restrictive they may request a Cevel I review from-the
For signsJocated above or Design Review Committee for an altemative desipn.'The
across the#op of the subiect approve with
Design Review Committee will approve
archway tte area of+the sign ,
conditions or deny an application based on whether he
marmot exceed 25% of the osed alternative design is appropriate to"and integrated
r
area delineated by the e
op
into the overall design of the entranceway. _The Committee
subiect'archwav. will consider such factors as color; materials,aize. and
Entranceway For a sign located on the ~ooortionality.
side of the archway the area 20 ft.
Sin of the sign may not exceed Minimum clearance heiQhf is 10feet forent~ancewav signs
33% of the surface area of acrossdriveways and 8 feet for entranceway signs across
the side of the archway walkwa s.
support on which the sign is
located. Entranceway signage as specified herein will count as one
(See 14-5B-7 Measurement sign toward the total limit for freestandinq_freestandingwide-
Standards base'signs and monument signs on a lot or tract.
Entranceway signs are not allowed if the subject lot or tract
already has a mohument sign fieestandina sign; freestanding
wide-based sign pr masonry wall sign located atthe subject
entrance.
For shopping centers, up to two identification banner signs may
be affixed to each parking area light pole, provided that the
following conditions are met:
• The parking area must contain at least 200 parking
spaces and be shared by multiple commercial uses.
• The light poles on which banners are affixed must be
spaced at least 80 feet apart.
• Each banner can be no more than 3 ft wide and 6 ft in
height.
Identification 18 sq. ft. per banner 20 ft . The banner must be mounted or affixed so that the bottom
Banners edge of the sign is at least 10 feet above grade and the
top edge of the sign is no higher than 20 feet above
grade.
• The banner signs must be consistent in appearance and
size.
The permit for the banner sign shall be valid for no more than
one (1) year. However, the permit will be renewable if the
banner signs are in good condition or are replaced with new
banner signs.
Awning signs 25% of awning surface Top of first story -
Windowsigns 25% of window area - -
3 sq. ft. per sign face
Directional signs May be double-faced for total - -
area of 6 sq. ft.
Drive-Through Only allowed in Zones where drive-through facilities are allowed
Restaurant Menu Area: 10 sq. ft. - for restaurants.
Signs
Time & 25 sq. ft per sign face. _ Permitted only in the CC-2 zone.
Temperature Ma be double-faced fora Si ns must not ro'ect more than 6 ft. into the ublic ri ht-of-
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Table 5B-3: Sigrr Specifications and Provisions in the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones
Permitted Signs
Maximum SigrrArea Maximum
Height Provisions
Signs total area of 50 sq. ft. waY•
Maximum diameter: 9 inches
Barber Poles - - Maximum length: 3 ft
Identification & Up to one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs 2 sq. ft. No permit is required.
One private flag may be displayed in conjunction with public
Flags -- - flags.
No permit is required.
Quick Vehicle __ _ Allowed for Quick Vehicle Servicing Uses.
Servicing Signs
No permit is required.
E. Sign Standards in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones
1. All signs in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-4.
2.
The maximum sign area for each type of
.. ,. ,.,.,.a„a ,~~a ..~.,,
sign,' ~ s,~ecial provisions, and any restrictions on the number
of signs allowed are specified in Table 5B-4 aye-l~+et.
• ~ ~ .Unless specifically
limited in Table 5B-4 any numbel• of signs may be installed.
3. Signage for residential uses must comply with the requirements for residential uses in
the RM zones as stated in Table 5B-1.
Table 5B-4: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the C6-2, C6-5 and C6-10 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
Facia signs 15% of sign wall area -- -
Canopy signs 12 sq. ft per sign Top of first story -
Up to one canopy roof sign is allowed per storefront.
The bottom edge of the sign must be located no more
than 4 inches above the canopy.
Storefronts up to 39 ft. in For storefronts up to 39 ft. in length:
length: l5 sq. ft.
• Maximum height of copy: 13"
Storefronts between 40 Maximum thickness: 6"
Canopy roof signs and 59 ft in length: 25 Top of first story For storefronts between 40 and 59 ft in length:
sq. ft. Maximum height of copy: 20"
Storefronts >60 ft in • Maximum thickness: 8"
length: 35 sq. ft. For storefronts >60 ft in length:
• Maximum height of copy: 30"
• Maximum thickness:10"
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Table 56-4: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the C6-2, CB-5 and C6-10 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
Only one monument sign is allowed per lot or tract.
When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
24 sq.ft. per sign face. monument sign may be installed. A common monument
Monument sign May be double-faced fora 5 ft, sign may identify up to 4 uses per sign face.
`
total area of 48 sq. ft. property hasa
A monument sign is not allowed if the
freestanding sign an entrancewavsign, or a masonry
wall sign,
Awning signs are only allowed if the business does not
Awning signs 25% of awning surface Top of first story have a projecting sign.
Uq to one sian perfacade of the eritrancewav'arch.
The sign may not contain changeable copy.
For signs located above or Syn copy may not extend beyond the edges of the
across the top of the entrancewav structure. If an°applicant finds'that this
subLtarchway, the area standard is too restrictive they may request a Level I
of the sign may not reviewfrom the Design` Review Committee for an
exceed 25% of the area altemative desi n. The Desi n Review Committee will
delineated by the`subiect approve-approve with conditions or deny an aoalication
archway. based on'whether the proposed alternative design is
For a sian located on the 20 ft ~~ropriate to and integrated into the overalt design of
Entranceway Sipn side'ofthe archway, the the entranceway The Committee will consider such
area ofthe sicn may not factors as color materials; size and'proportionality.
exceed'33°~ ofthe'surface
area`of the side of the Minimum clearance height is 10 feet forehtrancewav
archwa~upport on which si ns across driveways and 8 feet for entrancewav signs
the sign is located. across walkways.
See( 14.58-7
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Measurement Standards) hasa
if the property
An entranceway sign is notallowed
masonry wall sign` monument sian orfreestandina sign.
Allowed ~ril~'in the CB-2 Zone.
Only one freestanding sian is allowed perlot.
Allowed only through ap~royal of'a minormodification.
Applicant must orovide convincing evidence'that the
Two (~ square feet per existing configurafion of the site and location of the
lineal foot of lot frontage; 20 ft building or buildiras on the'site make it practically
Freestanding Sian notto exceed 40sguare difficultto install a monument sign'and that othectvpes of
feet per sign face allowed sigrtia4e would nofbe readily visible from the
street due to the location' of building(s) or other uniQUe
site`characteristics.
A freestanding sign is notallowed if the property has a
monument sign- entrancewav sian,' or masonry wall siar.
1 sp. ft. per liheal'foot of
lof frontaoe'notfo' exceed
50 sa• ft• 1 ft. less than the Only ohe masonry wall sign isallowed per lot.
Masonry Wall Sian height of the masonry
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Table 5B-4: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CB-2, CB~`and CB,10 Zones
Permitted. Signs. Maximum Sign-Area Maximum'Height Provisions
Up to one projecting sign is allowed per storefront.
Projecting signs are not permitted if the business has an
awning sign, canopy sign or canopy roof sign.
The sign may not project more than 5 ft. from the
building wall.
The sign may not be illuminated.
Storefront projecting 6 sq. ft.
May be double-faced fora 12 ft. The sign must be affixed to the building wall or to a pole
sign ft.
total area of 12 sq that is mounted on the building, so that the sign is
. perpendicular to the building wall.
The sign may not swing or be easily moved by wind.
A business wishing to install a projecting sign must show
proof of liability insurance.
Sign permits are be subject to Design Review according
to the procedures specified in Chapter 8 of this Title.
Up to one non-illuminated portable sign is allowed per
storefront.
The sign must be placed on private property or within a
designated sidewalk cafe area.
6 sq. ft. per sign face. The sign may not block access to any doorway.
Portable sign May be double-faced fora 6 ft The sign must be moved inside the business when the
total area of 12 sq ft. business is closed.
The sign must be weighted at the base to provide
stability as approved by the Building Official or designee.
A maximum of 2 sign faces are allowed per sign.
Time & 25 sq. ft. per sign face. Signs must not project more than 6 ft. into the public
Temperature signs May be double-faced for a - right-of-way
total area of 50 sq. ft.
Maximum diameter: 9 inches
Barber Poles - - Maximum length: 3 ft
3 sq. ft. per sign face
Directional signs May be double-faced for - -
total area of 6 sq. ft.
Identification &
2 sq. ft. Up to one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs No permit is required.
One private flag may be displayed in conjunction with
Flags - - public flags.
No permit is required.
Quick Vehicle
- Allowed for Quick Vehicle Servicing Uses.
Servicing Signs No permit is required.
F. Sign Standards in the Industrial and Research Park Zones
1. All signs in the I-1, I-2, RDP, and ORP Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-5.
2. The total number of freestanding signs and monument signs on a lot or tract is
limited as follows. Any combination of these types of signs is allowed within the
stated limits.
a. For lots or tracts with less than 160 feet of frontage on a single street, only one
such sign is permitted along that frontage.
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b. For lots or tracts with frontage in excess of 160 feet of frontage along a single
street, up to 2 such signs are permitted, provided the signs are located at least
150 feet apart as measured along the frontage.
c. For lots or tracts with frontage along more than one street, each frontage is
allowed signs based on the formulas stated in subparagraphs a. and b., above.
3. Masonry wall signs and entranceway signs are limited according to the provisions
specified in Table 5B-5.
4. Other than for the types of signs listed in paragraphs 2 and 3, above, any number of
signs may be installed, provided the maximum sign area for each type of sign is not
exceeded and the provisions specified in Table 5B-5 are met.
Table 5B-5: Sign S pecifications and Provisions in the industrial and Research Park Zones
permitted Signs
Maximum Sign Area Maximum
`,Height
Provisions
Must not exceed 25% of awning Height: Top of
Awning signs surface or 12 sq. ft. per sign, first story
whichever is less.
Canopy Signs 12 sq. ft. per sign Height: Top of
first story _
Facia signs 15% of sign wall area - -
When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
sign may be installed. The maximum area of the
1 sq. ft. per lineal foot of lot frontage, common sign may be 50% larger than the area of the
Freestanding signs not to exceed 50 sq. ft. Height: 25 ft. maximum individual si n allowed.
g
May be double-faced for a total of 100 The number of signs is limited according to paragraph
sq ft G.2., above.
Freestanding signs are limited to identification only.
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot of lot When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
frontage, not to exceed~0 75 sq. ft. 5 ft. sign may be installed. The maximum area of the
Monument signs per sign face. common sign may be 50% larger than the area of the
May be double-faced for a total area of maximum individual sign allowed.
150 sq. ft. Monument signs are limited to identification only.
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot of lot At each entranceway, up to 2 masonry wall signs may be
frontage, not to exceed 75 sq. ft. per established, if no freestanding, entranceway, monument
sign face. 1 ft. less than or other non-building signs are located at that
Masonry Wall Signs May be double-faced for a total area of the height of entranceway.
150 sq. ft. the masonry In the ORP zone, masonry wall signs up to twelve (12)
In addition, the sign may not exceed wall feet in height may be established in the required front
15% of the total area of the face of the setback provided the signs are located a minimum of
masonry wall. twenty (20) feet back from street right-of-way lines.
PAGE 5B-20
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Sign Regulations
Table 56-5: Sign S pecifications and Provisions in the Industrial and Research Patk Zones'
Permitted :Signs Maximum. Sign Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Up to one sigh per facade of the entranceway arch.
The-sign may not contain changeable coov.
Sign copy ma~not extend beyond the edges of the
entranceway structure.%If an applicant finds that this
For signs located above or across the standard is too restrictive they may reouest a Level I
top of the subject"archway the area of review from'the Des~n Review Committee for an
the sign may not exceed 25% of''the alternative design The Design-Review Committee will
area delineated by the subject approve approve with conditions or deny'an application
archwa' . based on whether the proposed.alternative design is
Fora'sign located on the ide of'the 20 ft appropriate to and inteorated into the overall design of
Ehtranceway Siqn archwavrthe area of the sign may not : the entranceway. The Gommittee will considersuch
exceed 33% of the surface area of the factors as color materials, size, and proooftionality.
side of the archway support on which
thesion is located. Minimum clearance height is'10 feet forentrancewav
Lee 14-56-7 Measurement signs across driveways and 8 feet forentrancewav signs
Standards across walkways,
An entranceway sigrris notallowed if the property has a
masonry wall sign.
Window signs 25% of window area - -
3 sq. ft. per sign face
Directional signs May be double-faced for total area of 6 - -
sq. ft.
Identification & Up to one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs 2 sq. ft. No permit is required.
One private flag may be displayed in conjunction with
Flags - -- public flags.
No permit is required.
14-56-9 Non-Permanent, Off-Premise, and Other Special Si ns
A. In addition to the signage permitted in each zone, as described in Section 8, above, the
following signs may be installed in any zone according to the specifications and provisions
contained in Table 56-6. These signs shall not be applied toward the maximum sign area
specified in Section 8, except as otherwise indicated in the Table 5B-6.
B. Banners are not permitted, except as allowed for Special Event Signs and Going Out of
Business Signs, as specified in Table 5B-6.
Table 5B-6: Sign Specifications and Provisions for Non-Permanent, Off-Premise, and Ather Special Signs
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
No permit required.
In Residential Zones: Must not be illuminated.
Area: 32 sq. ft. per face 5 ft Must be removed prior to issuance of the certificate of
Construction signs May be double faced fora In Non-Residential occupancy.
total of 64 sq. ft. Zones: 10 ft. Can be located closer than 5 ft to a property line if located
on the wall of a building, fence or protective barricade
surrounding the construction.
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Sign Regulations
Table 5B-6: Sign.$pecifications and Provisions forNon-Permanent,'Off-Premise, and Other:Special Signs.
Petmitted'Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum:Height Provisions
No permit is required.
One non-illuminated monument sign per development of 2
Real Estate
32 sq. ft. per face
10 ft acres or more
Shall be removed upon sale or lease of 50% of lots or units
Development May be double faced fora in the development.
signs total of 64 sq. ft.
These signs shall not be considered off-premises signs,
provided they are located on land that is part of the subject
subdivision or development.
No permit is required.
One non-illuminated sign is permitted per tet rinci al
building that is for sale,.rent, or lease.
in Residential Zones: 4 sq. ft.; .Only"allowed as a
May be double-faced fora In Residential Zones: tmpotary sign located in the yard or in the window.' Sign
Real Estate signs total area of 8 sq. ft. 5 ft canhot be affixed to buildings, fences, flag poles or'other
In Non-residential Zones: 32 In Non-Residential permanent structures.
sq. ft.; May be double-faced Zones: 10 ft. Must be removed within 48 hours after tie-sale-ef the
for a total area of 64 sq. ft. property building, or unit within a building for which the sign
is intended is spld, rentedaeased-or vrithdrawr- from the
market: Forresidential rental properties; real estate signs
maybe displayed no more than 4 months prior to the
commencemenf'of theieasing aeriod.
No permit is required.
Signs in windows - - Posters and other non-permanent signs in windows are
allowed.
One non-illuminated sign per lot is allowed.
Special events sign restricted to 4 times in 12 month period
Special Events 100 sq. ft. - and single duration of 30 days
May include banners, but not any sign prohibited by Section
6 of this Article, Prohibited Signs.
Must not be illuminated.
May be displayed for up to 60 days;
Going-Out-of- 100 sq. ft. - Restricted to once in a 12-month period for single business.
Business signs
May include banners, but not any sign prohibited by Section
6 of this Article, Prohibited Signs.
Temporary signs 12 sq. ft. per face No permit is required.
(other than real May be double-faced for total Height; 10 ft One non-illuminated sign per lot is allowed.
estate signs) of 24 sq. ft. Signs shall not be displayed for more than 60 days.
In ID and Residential Zones: In ID and Residential
32 sq. ft. per sign face; May be Zones: 5 ft In ID and in Residential Zones, one monument sign is
double-faced for a total of 64 In all other Zones: allowed at each street entrance to a subdivision or housing
Development sq. ft.
Not to exceed the development.
signs In all other Zones: Not to maximum height for In all other Zones, one freestanding or monument sign is
exceed the maximum sign the subject sign type allowed at each street entrance to a subdivision or housin
area for the subject sign type as specified in the development.
as specified in the applicable applicable zone.
zone.
PAGE 5B-22 14-SB
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Table 5B-6: Sign Specifications and Provisions for Non-Permanent, Off-Premise, and Other Special Signs
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
Off-Premises signs are not permitted in Residential, CO-1,
CN-1, CB-5, CB-10, ORP and RDP Zones.
May take the form of any type of sign allowed in the zone in
Not to exceed the maximum which the sign is located and must comply with all other
sign area for the subject sign provisions specified for the subject zone.
type as specified in the Not to exceed the Only one off-premises sign is allowed per lot or tract.
applicable zone and will be maximum sign height Two or more uses may install a common off-premises
Billboards and deducted from the maximum for the subject sign directional sign.
Other Off- sign allowance for the subject type as specified in Nooff-premises sign shall be located within 300 ft. of
Premises Signs property. the applicable zone. another off-premises sign.
No off-premises sign shall be located within 120 ft. of a
Billboards: 72 sq. ft. May be Billboards: 25 ft Residential Zone, Parks and Open Space Use, Educational
double-faced for a total area of Facility, Religious/Private Group Assembly Use, public
144 sq. ft. museum or government administrative or judicial office.
Billboard signs shall not apply toward maximum sign
allowance for the lot or tract.
14-5B-10 Privatel -Owned Si ns in Public Places
A. Purpose
In order to promote the health, safety and general welfare of the population, no privately-
owned signs shall be placed on or over a public place, as defined in Article 14-9C, except
as permitted by the City Code.
B. Removal
Existing privately-owned signs currently located on or over a public place that are not in
compliance with the City Code shall be eliminated and removed. If the sign owner fails to
remove the sign after so ordered by the City, the City may remove the sign and assess the
costs against the sign owner.
C. Special Provisions
1. Signs associated with parades, marches, public entertainment, public demonstrations,
or the commercial use of sidewalks that are located on or over a public place are
subject to the provisions of Title 10, Chapters 1, 2, and 3 of the City Code. Any signs
located on or over the City Plaza are subject to the provisions of Title 10, Chapter 5
of the City Code.
2. The City Manager or designee may approve and execute applications on the City's
behalf for the placement of privately-owned signs on or over a public place upon
finding that the signs:
a. Provide information and guidance to locations of general public interest; and
b. Will not create a hazard to movement along or within a public place, restrict
access to a public place, or interfere with the convenience and tranquility of the
area adjacent to a public place.
Karen Howard
From: Klaus, Carl H [carl-kaus@uiowa.edu]
Sent: Thursday, August 14, 2008 10:24 AM
To: Karen Howard
Cc: mbslonn@mchsi.com
Subject: Proposed revisions in the code for building signs
Dear Karen Howard,
I write in support of the Northside Neighborhood's request for revisions in
the city code pertaining to building/rental signs in residential
neighborhoods. As a resident of Goosetown, I share the belief that
residential neighborhoods should not be turned into permanent advertising
venues by landlords and rental agencies. Thus I strongly support the
revisions that have been drafted by city staff.
Yrs., Carl Klaus
carl klaus
http://www.carlklaus.com
Karen Howard
From: Howell, Perry [perry-howell@uiowa.edu]
Sent: Thursday, August 14, 2008 12:03 PM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: proposed clarifications of Iowa City signage regulations
Dear Karen,
Just writing to let you know that I strongly support the clarifications you
have made to the Iowa City signage regulations. I appreciate the work that
has gone into thinking about and writing up these clarifications. I think
this will be very helpful, especially for maintaining the appearance of
residential areas that makes them pleasant places to live in the first
place for both owner-occupiers and renters.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can provide any additional input
to express my support.
Regards,
Perry Howell
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Karen Howard
From: j & r Williams [williams.books78@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 14, 2008 12:00 PM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: commercial signs in residential neighborhoods
Hi -regarding this issue, my suggestion is that,
(1 Jat the very least, such permanently affixed commercial real estate related signs be limited to the same
total square-inchage and/or other limitations, as for true "cottage industry" at-home businesses -- --------
---OR,
[2] that true cottage-industry type businesses be permitted the same privileges as the current large real
estate/rental signage !
Sincerely,
Rok
Northside Book Market, Iowa City
319-466-93 3 0
OPEN Mon-Fri 11-8, Sat 11-6, Sun 11-5
NEW
bookstore email address is:
w_ llams.books78~gmail_.c_om
8/14/2008
Karen Howard
From: Vinsonhaler, Nettie C [chris-vinsonhaler@uiowa.edu]
Sent: Thursday, August 14, 2008 10:07 AM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: proposed signage amendments
Attachments: sign.code.amendments.7.08.memo.doc; ATT00001.txt
sign.code.amendme ATTOOOOl.bct (70
nts.7.08.memo... B)
Dear Karen Howard,
As a new home-owner in the Northside area, I want to express my strong
endorsement to the proposed sign ordinance modifications. Certainly the
issue of neighborhood appearance strongly affects property values--which in
turn strongly affects tax revenues, as well as the vibrancy and health of a
community.
In addition, however, the sign modificatons also protect those involved
with rental property. Reduction of signage increases the appeal of
neighborhood life for those who choose to rent in neighborhoods, thereby
improving rental values for those who own rental property. I know this
because I also share a couple of rooms in my own house with graduate
student renters. Because I offer a high quality environment for those who
share my home, I can charge higher rent and also keep my home in top
condition. Moreover, I am able to do this without any signage whatsoever. I
have found other ways to advertise (especially the new craigslist.org),
which are much more effective than physical signage.
Thank you for your consideration.
Yours,
Chris Vinsonhaler
715 E. Market Street
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Karen Howard
From: KENT ACKERSON [kent_ackerson@msn.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 14, 2008 9:35 AM
To: Karen Howard
Cc: Northside
Subject: Signs on multi-family dwellings
Dear Karen,
We have lived in the Northside Neighborhood since 1974.
We support changes that will restrict, and hopefully eliminate, the proliferation of signs on rental properties.
Respectfully,
Kent and Kay Ackerson
617 Brown Street
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Karen Howard
From: jponto@avalon.net
Sent: Friday, August 15, 2008 8:41 AM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: sign code amendments
Dear Karen, Planning and Zoning Commission, et al.,
I wish to express my support of the proposed amendments to the sign code. As a resident of the northside
neighborhood, I am familiar with and affected by many of the signs discussed. For example, I believe that the
free-standing sign for Russ Amoco should be allowed. My primary concern, however, relates to permanent rental
signs affixed to apartment buildings. These signs are visually quite distracting to the neighborhood. I think that
the proposed amendments to the sign code will be important improvements, and I urge their adoption.
Sincerely,
James Ponto
618 Brown St
Iowa City
8/15/2008
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Karen Howard
To: Mark Penno
Subject: RE: Clarification of sign codes
From: Mark Penno [mailto:alexpenno@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 14, 2008 10:13 PM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: Clarification of sign codes
Karen,
I will not be present at the Planning and Zoning meeting next Thursday, but would like to express my
support of the clarification and "cleaning up" of the signs on properties- sign clutter.
Thank you!
Bonnie Penno
8/15/2008
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Karen Howard
From: N Ta [nta1995@hotmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 14, 2008 2:44 PM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: FW: Northside Action Alert
Attachments: sign.code.amendments.7.08.memo.doc
Dear Ms. Howard:
I live in the Northside Neighborhood on Fairchild St and am writing to not support the NNA complaint about signs
affixed to the building. I think this is violating property owners' rights. If it's within owners' property, I don't
think the city should infringe to that right. In addition, what if it takes more than a year to rent or sale a
property, would a regulation from the city leads to property owners to unable to put up a for rent /sale sign after
the expired date.
There aren't too many rental buildings here to make this even an issue. I am offended to listen to what the
associations or the city tell me how to live on my property. In short, I don't think that we need tiny bity law
that takes away people's rights.
thank you for your time,
Hannah Hinckley
Karen Howard
From: c spons [csspons@yahoo.comJ
Sent: Friday, August 15, 2008 11:06 AM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: Support for Sign Clarification
Dear Karen,
I am writing to support the proposed sign code amendments, particularly the
one regarding signs on multi-family buildings. Over the past few years, I
have watched with concern as permanently-affixed signs advertising rental
companies have cropped up with growing frequency on single-family houses
used as rental property. It is now hard to find a block in any older
neighborhood that is unmarred by their presence.
These signs, which typically advertise the rental company's website (e.g.,
"www.CityRentals.org," undermine the residential feel of neighborhoods and
contribute to visual clutter. As commercial advertisements, they are out of
place in residential zones.
I believe that the proposed clarification will help maintain the spirit and
intent of the existing code, by removing this commercial clutter from
residential neighborhoods.
Sincerely,
Claire Sponsler
413 N. Gilbert St.
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Karen Howard
From: jesse.singerman@mchsi.com
Sent: Friday, August 15, 2008 10:47 AM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: sign clutter clarification
Dear Karen-
I support the clarification of the sign code which will be reviewed by the Planning and Zoning
Commission and by the City Council in the section entitled "Signs on Multifamily Buildings"
This should help to address the problem of commercial sign clutter in residential neighborhoods.
Thank you,
Jesse Singerman
219 Ronalds St.
Iowa City, IA
8/15/2008
Karen Howard
From: Rebecca Beachy [rabeachy@msn.com]
Sent: Monday, August 18, 2008 4:03 PM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: Proposed amendment to sign code
Karen-
I'm the vice president of the Greater Iowa City Area Apt. Assoc. and Dave
told me to pass along my comments to you. We have 2 properties- one at 316
S. Johnson & 612 Court Street. We tried to have yard signs by our
properties but after several have been ripped off and damaged, we decided
to put a small sign on our 316 S. Johnson bldg when we have vacancies. I
understand trying to get away from large banners hanging from balconies,
etc. but I think it's important to still allow signs on the buildings- and
regulate their size & placement. We get the majority of our calls from
people who drive around and see our signs at all our properties. The
downtown properties are the only ones that get stolen all of our other
properties we can use yard signs.
Rebecca
Jim Miller Rentals
PO Box 247 Iowa City, IA 52244-0247
(319) 631-2461
Fax: (319) 354-4903
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Karen Howard
From: Susan Futrell [sfutrell@mchsi.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 21, 2008 1:19 PM
To: Karen Howard
Cc: Judith-pascoe@uiowa.edu; Will Jennings
Subject: sign code updates
Hi Karen,
I won't be able to be at the P & Z meeting tonight, but wanted to add my
support for the proposed changes to the sign code, to limit the
use of permanent commercial advertising signs on rental properties.
I'm a resident and homeowner in the near North neighborhood, and feel
strongly that the proposed changes to the code are needed to encourage and
maintain the residential character of the neighborhood.
It takes constant effort to keep the neighborhood from sliding into an
impersonal, absentee, unkempt zone, but it's an especially worthwhile
effort as this is one of Iowa City's historic, 'gateway'
areas. The proposed changes to the sign code are just the kind of simple,
low-cost City guidance that is needed to support efforts to make this an
attractive, desirable and diverse neighborhood.
Thank you very much for your work on this.
Sincerely,
Susan Futrell
311 Fairchild Street
sfutrell@mchsi.com
319-337-7770
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Karen Howard
From: Buss, William G [william-buss@uiowa.edu]
Sent: Thursday, August 21, 2008 7:52 AM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: Sign Code Amendments
Dear Karen,
The Staff recommendations for changes in the Sign Code seem reasonable, sensible, and modest; and, I note,
they include a provision increasing the number of real estate signs for lots on which more than one building is for
sale or rent.
I support the recommendations, which should help to serve all interests in neighborhoods with substantial
residential property.
William Buss
718 S. Summit Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
8/21/2008
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Karen Howard
From: Barbara Buss [barbybuss@msn.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 21, 2008 9:16 AM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: Sign Code Changes
Attachments: From ORION.doc
Dear Karen,
I am writing in support of the staff s recommendations to the changes in the sign code. I
do so because I feel that these recommendations address the rights of landowners as these rights
relate to the common good. (Please see the attached remarks of Eric T. Freyfogle, Professor of
Law at the University of Illinois in consideration of individual rights and the common good.)
As stable neighborhoods, the older neighborhoods of Iowa City are an asset to the entire
city. They provide pedestrian traffic to the downtown merchants and easy access to the
university; for many they are a preferred option to living in surrounding developments, an
option which makes Iowa City an attractive place to which to locate. Because of their proximity
to the University, however, these assets are also their liabilities as the stability of these
neighborhoods is threatened by the market for temporary residences. It would serve the
university and the city well to protect these neighborhoods for owner occupied homes, but
neither has distinguished itself in doing so.
I'm not suggesting that rental properties destroy a neighborhood for owner occupied
residences, nor that apartment buildings and duplexes do not belong in neighborhoods with
single family houses. With taste and consideration for the common good -this heterogeneity can
be an asset to the neighborhood. Unfortunately, it would appear that taste and consideration are
often not self-imposed, making it incumbent upon the city to make these a requirement.
Revising the sign code is a small but important step in "revising the rights of landowners
so that they promote [the] common good." (Freyfogle)
I thank you and your staff for making these changes. I hope they will be accepted as
written.
Sincerely yours,
Barbara Buss
718 S. Summit Street
8/21/2008
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Marian Karr
From: George Wagner [goosetownrentals@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 10:38 AM
To: Council
Subject: proposed sign ordinance
As a resident in the NNA, as well as a small landlord operator, I write to discourage banning rental
property ".COM" signs. I am not against regulating design or seasonal usage (OK during Feb-July for
example). Having a rental permit should authorize the use of such signage. .COM signs are hardly a
"nuisance"... nor are they "billboards"... but an effective innocuous mode of communication.
The fact remains that rental housing is one of the greatest needs/services in our community and that our
City derives most of its revenue from property tax, in which rental housing is a contributor. The Internet
is the mode of communication with college students - banning a service to this demographic seems a bit
against what makes our City prosperous, unique and diverse.
Regulation perhaps, ban NO.
George Wagner
GoosetownRentals(cr~ email. com
9/23/2008
'.,~_
Prepared by: Karen Howard, Associate Planner, 410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE 14-56, SIGN REGULATIONS, AND ARTICLE 14-9C, SIGN
DEFINITIONS, TO ALLOW LIMITED USE OF FREESTANDING SIGNS IN THE CENTRAL BUSINESS
SERVICE (CB-2) ZONE, ADD A DEFINITION AND STANDARDS FOR ENTRANCEWAY SIGNS, AND
CLARIFY REGULATIONS REGARDING SIGNS ON RENTAL PROPERTIES
WHEREAS, the Central Business Service (CB-2) Zone is intended for the orderly expansion of the
Central Business District, to serve as a transition between the intense land uses located in downtown Iowa
City and adjoining areas and to enhance the pedestrian orientation of the central area of the city ;and
WHEREAS, freestanding signs are typically not suitable for pedestrian-oriented urban commercial
areas, but there are limited circumstances in the CB-2 Zone where the existing configuration of a site and
location of the building or buildings pn a site might make it practica ly difficult to install a monument sign
and that other types of allowed sign ge would not be readily visibl from the street due to the location of
building(s) or other unique site characteristics; and
WHEREAS, archways that deline to the entrance to a park' g lot or grounds may be appropriate
locations for directional and/or identificat~ n signage; and
WHEREAS, commercial sign clutt r detracts from the residential character of single family
neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, signs advertising real est a for sale or lea a should be temporary in nature and not
permanent features on a building; and
WHEREAS, small signs identifying the easing com any are appropriate on larger multi-family
buildings in multi-family zones where due to the umber of partments turnover rates are higher.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED B THE C Y COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA:
SECTION I. The Code of Ordinances of the City f I a City, Iowa is hereby amended as follows:
A. By repealing Article 14-5B, "Sign Regul 'ons," and substituting in lieu thereof "Article 14-5B,
Sign Regulations," attached hereto and i porated herein by this reference; and
B. Amending Article 14-9C, "Sign Defini ' ns, by adding definitions of "entranceway sign" and
"residential leasing company sign," as ollows:
ENTRANCEWAY SIGN -Anon-b ding sign 'ncorporated into or mounted on the face of, or
affixed above or below an a ranceway a h that extends over a walkway or driveway.
Said sign type is intended t identify and di ct traffic to a place, grounds, or parking lot.
The sign may include the ame of only one tity or place and an associated logo, crest,
or insignia that identifie the place, grounds r entity to which the parking or grounds
belong. The sign ma also include the word "parking," "entrance," and/or directional
arrows, but may not ntain any advertising message.
RESIDENTIAL LEASI G COMPANY SIGN: A buildin sign displaying the name, address,
phone number, ebsite, crest, insignia, and/or trad ark of the leasing company for the
multi-family bu' ding upon which it is located.
C. Amending Article 4-9C, "Sign Definitions," by deleting the c~finitions of "real estate sign" and
temporary sign,' and substituting in lieu thereof, new definitions for these sign types as follows:
REAL ESTATE SIGN: A temporary sign which advertises the sale, rental or lease of the
premises or part of the premises on which the sign is located, including open house
directional signs.
TEMPORARY SIGN: A yard sale sign, temporary identification sign, real estate sign, or
political sign constructed of temporary materials, such as cardboard, wallboard or
plywood, with or without a structural frame, intended for a temporary period of display, but
excluding banners.
SECTION III. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION IV. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be adjudged to be
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invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or any
section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION V. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage, approval and
publication.
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Article B. Sign Regulations
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The purpose for this Article is to enhance and protect the physical ap earance and safety of the
community, to protect property values and to preserve Iowa City's ar as of natural, historic and
scenic beauty. These regulations are also intended to reduce distra ions and obstructions
contributing to traffic accidents, reduce hazards caused by signs ojecting over the public right
of way, provide a reasonable opportunity for all sign users to des lay signs without interference
from other signs e, to provide fair and equitable treatment for II sign users and to establish a
reasonable perio~of time for the elimination of nonconformi signs.
A. Applicability
All signs on private roperty must be installed, aintained, and/or removed according to
the provisions of the rticle.
B. Permit Required
1. No sign requiring a ermit in accord ce with the requirements of this Article shall be
installed, altered, mo ed, improve or converted without first obtaining a sign permit
from the Building Office I or desi ee according to the procedures specified in
Chapter 8 of this Title, R view d Approval Procedures. A permit is not required for
incidental repairs or routin m intenance.
2. Certain types of signs are al wed without a permit and such exemption from the sign
permit requirements is cle ly ecified in the tables included in Sections 8 and 9,
below. A permit is requir for y sign that is not specifically exempted from the
permit requirements.
C. Sign Installer's License equired
Except for those sig snot requiring a rmit, as listed in Sections 8 and 9 of this
Article, it shall be lawful for any perso to install, alter, move, improve, remove or
convert any sign ithout having a sign ins Iler's license in good standing issued by
the City. Aone- me sign installer's licenses all be available to a tenant or owner of a
building to per it the tenant's or owner's ow sign to be installed.
2. The license t install, alter, move, improve, remove or convert any sign as required
herein shall a known as a sign installer's license'~nd shall be issued by the City to
the perso desiring to perform the work indicated above. No such license shall be
issued to ny person until such person shall have pa~i~d to the City a license fee as
establis d by resolution of City Council and shall have filed with the Department of
Housin and Inspection Services a copy or a certificate of a contractor's public liability
insura ce policy with coverage limits as set out in Title 3, Chapter 4 of the City Code.
The ity shall be designated as an additional insured, and'the policy shall provide
tha the City is to be notified 30 days in advance of the termination of the policy. The
license shall indemnify and save harmless the City from any and all damage,
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judgment, cost or expense which the City may incur or suffer by reason of said
license issuance.
3. All sign installer's licenses shall expire on December 31 of each year. Renewal fees
and reinstatement fees shall be as established by resolution of the City Council. Any
license that has expired may be reinstated within 60 calendar days after the
expiration date upon payment of an additional reinstatement fee.
4. A one-time sign installer's license shall be valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.
5. T e Building Official or designee is responsible for enforcement of these provisions
an is empowered to suspend or revoke a sign installer's license f a violation of the
sign egulations or if the license was obtained by fraud or if th icense allows any
perso not employed by the sign installer without a valid ins ler's license to do or
cause t be done any work requiring a license. j'l
6. A person grieved by the revocation, suspension o~nial of a license may appeal
said action t the Board of Adjustment.
7. If a license is r yoked for any reason, anothe nstaller's license shall not be issued to
such person for months after revocatio
D. Application of State w
In any case in which the de of Iowa, as mended, contains more restrictive
requirements than the regu tions conta' ed herein, the Code of Iowa, as amended, will
govern.
A. Location Standards For
1. No sign shall be loc ed in violati of the Intersection Visibility Standards set forth in
Article 14-5D.
2. All non-buildi signs, and all parts t reof, must be set back at least 5 feet from any
property lin ,with the following excep 'on. Signs may be located closer than 5 feet to
a prope ine at 10 feet or more above rade, provided no part of the sign or sign
support verhangs any property lines. In ddition, freestanding wide-base signs must
not be ocated closer than 10 feet to any ri ht-of-way or closer than 30 feet to any
stre curb.
3. Building signs must comply with the building s tback requirements of the base zone.
No part of a building sign or sign support may o erhang a property line, unless
specifically allowed in this Article.
4. For any sign that is allowed to project over the pu lic right-of-way according to the
provisions of this Article, a Use of Public Right-of-Vl~ay Agreement must be signed by
the property owner as a part of the permitting process.
5. No sign shall obstruct ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire escape. No
sign shall be attached to a standpipe or fire escape.
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B. Signs Adjacent To Residential Zones
1. Any sign located in aNon-Residential zone, but within 100 feet of a Residential Zone
is subject to the standards and limitations of Subsection 8C, Sign Standards in the
CO-1, CN-1 and MU Zones.
2. Electronic changeable copy signs are not allowed within 100 feet of a Residential
Zone, except for allowed Time and Temperature Signs, as defined in Article 14-9C,
Sign pefinitions.
3. In Non esidential Zones, except for facia signs, no sign shall located in the
required ont building setback area within 50 feet of a Resi ntial Zone.
4. Facia signs ocated in Non-residential Zones and within 5 feet of a Residential Zone
on the same ide of the street shall not be placed on t e wall of the building facing
the Residentia Zone.
A. Construction
All signs, except for temp ary signs, shall b designed and constructed to withstand a
wind pressure of not less t n 30 pounds r square foot of area and loads as required by
the Building Code.
B. Minimum Clearance Heigh
The minimum clearance height ' asured from grade to the lowest point on the sign.
The minimum clearance height freestanding, banner, and time and temperature signs
is 10 feet. For storefront projec ' signs allowed in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones, the
minimum clearance height is fee
C. Maintenance
All signs shall be maintai ed in such a anner as to avoid becoming a hazardous sign.
D. Changeable Copy
1. Copy that is hanged manually
Any sign m contain copy that is cha ged manually, unless precluded by definition
or specific ly prohibited.
2. Copy th t is changed electronically
Signs w ;ere the copy is changed by elect nic means are only allowed as specified
below.
a. The sign must be located in a Commerc I Zone or in a Public Zone. However,
electronic changeable copy signs are not Ilowed within 100 feet of a Residential
Zone, except for allowed Time and Temp ature Signs, as defined in Article 14-
9C, Sign Definitions. On properties zoned ublic, electronic changeable copy
signs are not allowed where said sign wou~ be visible from any adjacent
Residential Zone.
b. Electronic changeable copy is allowed on only one sign per lot. In the CH-1, CI-
1, CC-2, CB-2, and CB-5 Zones, a Time and Temperature Sign, as defined in
Article 14-9C, Sign Definitions shall not count toward the one sign limit.
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c. The changeable copy may not be animated (See definition of ANIMATED SIGN
in Article 14-9C, Sign Definitions). The copy may be changed no more than once
per hour, except for designation of the time and temperature, which may be
changed more frequently.
d. The sign may not contain images or be of a brightness that will interfere with,
obstruct the view of, or confuse traffic. The sign may not contain images that
may be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device. The sign
may not make use of the words, "stop," "go slow," 'caution," "drive in,"
" anger," or any other word, phrase, symbol or c ratter in such a way as to
in Mere with, mislead or confuse traffic.
e. The n must comply with the illumination st dards as specified in the
followi q subsection.
f. In the M CO-1, CN-1, and CB-10 Zones, ectronic changeable copy is only
allowed on time and temperature sign (ee definition of TIME AND
TEMPERATU SIGN in Article 14-9C). T e electronic changeable copy portion
of the sign is li ited to the display oft a time and/or temperature and may not
exceed 40 perce t of the area of the ign face.
g. In Public Zones an in CH-1, CI-1, d CC-2 Zones, electronic changeable copy
is only allowed on ti a and tempe ature signs, freestanding signs, freestanding
wide-base signs, and onument igns. On time and temperature signs, the
electronic changeable c y port' n of the sign is limited to the display of the
time and/or temperature nd ay not exceed 40 percent of the area of the sign
face. On freestanding and a standing wide-base signs the electronic
changeable copy portion of e sign may not exceed 40 percent of the area of
the sign face. For monum nt 'gns the electronic changeable copy portion of
the sign may not exceed 0 per nt of the area of the sign face.
h. In the CB-2 and CB-5 Z es, elect nit changeable copy is only allowed on time
and temperature signs nd monume t signs. On time and temperature signs,
the electronic change le copy portio of the sign is limited to the display of the
time and/or tempera ure and may not teed 40 percent of the area of the sign
face. On monumen signs the electronic hangeable copy portion of the sign
may not exceed 7 percent of the area of a sign face.
E. Illumination Requireme~its '
Illuminated signs must co orm to the following require
1. Except for signs in a ID and Residential Zones and ecial event signs, all permitted
signs may be inter ally or externally illuminated. All sig s permitted in the ID and
Residential Zone and special event signs may only bee ernally illuminated with
white light.
2. Illumination t ough the use of exposed lamps or inert gas t es is allowed, provided
the exposed mp does not exceed 11 watts or that an inert g tube does not draw
more than milliamps. When inside frosted lamps or exposed amps with a diffusing
screen are used, no lamp shall exceed 25 watts.
3. Illumination through the use of LEDs is allowed only as specified for electronic
changeable copy. All signs using LEDs must have installed ambient light monitors
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and must at all times allow such monitors to automatically adjust the brightness level
of the electronic sign based on ambient light conditions. At no time shall the sign be
operated at a brightness level greater than the manufacturer's recommended levels.
The electronic hangeable copy must be monochromatic. It must utilize a dark
background wit only the message or image lit in a single color.
4. Artificial external ' ht sources used to illuminate a sign face must be located and
shielded such that e bulb is not directly visible from an adjacent residentially-
zoned property or p lic right-of-way and must use a nar ow cone of light that does
not extend beyond the 'lluminated sign face.
5. Illumination on a grope including illumination from signs, must not exceed 0.5
initial horizontal footcandle and 2.0 initial maximum f otcandles as measured at any
point along a property boun ry that is adjacent too across the street from
properties that are zoned Resi ntial, CN-1, or CO-1
6. All illuminated signs are subject t the provisions the Electrical Code, including any
permit fees.
7. Permit applications for electronic cha eable c y signs must include a copy of the
manufacturer's operating manual, inclu ing a recommended standards for
brightness and other display operations.
8. For electronic changeable copy signs, whe er the sign is programmed from the site
or from a remote location, the computer i to ace that programs the sign shall be
made available to City staff for inspectio upo request. If the computer interface is
not immediately available, the sign sh cease o eration until such program can be
provided.
A. Nonconforming Signs
All legally nonconforming signs mus comply with the provisio specified for
nonconforming signs in Article 14- ,Nonconforming Situations Signs deemed "historic"
may be eligible for a special exce tion according to the provision specified in Article 14-
4E, Nonconforming Situations.
Signs for Nonconforming es
A nonconforming use is per fled to have the same amount and type f signage as would
be allowed for such use in t e most restrictive zone in which such use i allowed.
However, residential leasin company signs are not allowed on multi-far>hily buildings in
the RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS- 2, and RNS-12 Zones regardless of the nonconforming status of
the building.
A. Regulations are Exclusionary
These regulations are intended to be exclusionary. Any type of sign not specifically listed
in this Article is prohibited. In addition, the following signs are specifically prohibited in all
zones:
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1. Animated signs, except for barber poles as expressly permitted by this Article;
2. Hazardous signs;
3. Obs lete signs;
4. Painte wall signs;
5. Portable igns, including signs on wheels, trailers, and truc beds, but excepting
those po ble signs expressly permitted by this Article;
6. Roof signs;
7. Searchlights;
8. Spinners, balloon pennants, or other similar devic ;
9. Swinging signs.
10. No vehicle, including tr 'lers, shall be parked sot at it functions primarily as a sign. A
vehicle will be considere in violation of this pro ision if questions a. through c.,
below, can be answered in he affirmative and here is no compelling answer to
question d. to justify the par 'ng location as o posed to some less conspicuous
location.
a. Is the vehicle parked at a p minent I cation?
b. Can people driving by the sig easily read the sign?
c. Is the vehicle in the same or sim a locations for several hours during the same
day or for several days during the ame week?
d. Are there any stated or apparen rea ns, other than for signage purposes, that
justify the vehicle being at tha ocatio ?
B. Removal of Prohibited or Illegal Si ns
In accordance with the following proc ure, the Buil g Official or designee is authorized
to require the removal of any illegal prohibited sign:
1. Before taking action to requir the removal of any ill al or prohibited sign, the
Building Official or designee ill provide written notice o the owner or operator of
the business to which the si n relates.
2. The notice will specify tha the illegal or prohibited sign m t be removed or brought
into compliance with this rticle within a reasonable time of uch notice.
3. If the sign is not remov d or repaired, as the case may be, wi in the time allowed,
the Building Official or esignee is hereby authorized to have th sign removed to be
used as evidence and ssess the costs of removal against the pro erty for collection
in the same manner s a property tax.
A. Maximum Sign
1. Where the size of a sign is regulated by the area of a wall, an awning or a canopy,
the maximum sign area is calculated as a percentage of the total area of the wall, the
awning, or the canopy on which the sign is affixed.
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2. For entranceway signs located on the front elevation of the entranceway arch, the
maximum sign area is calculated as a percentage of the total area delineated by the
entranceway arch. For entranceway signs located on the side of the archway, the
maxi um sign area is calculated as a percentage oft surface area of the side of
the arc way support on which the sign is located. Fig re 56.1 illustrates how to
measur the total area delineated by the entrancew arch and the surface area of
the side o the archway support. The total area deli Bated by the entranceway arch
in Figure 5 1 = x(y). The surface area of the si e of the archway support in Figure
5B.1 = a(b).
Figure 58.1
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3. The total building signage on a II, ca opy, or awning shall not exceed the
maximum sign allowance for th wall, c opy, or awning, regardless of the number
of uses or occupants in the bui ing. Fore ample, if the maximum sign area for facia
signs is 15 percent, then no ore than 15 p cent of any single wall of the building
may be covered by facia sig ,regardless of w many businesses are located in the
building.
B. Measuring Sign Area
The area of each sign, regard) ss of shape, shall be com uted by determining the area of
a triangle, rectangle or circle at completely encloses the uter perimeter of the sign face.
In the case of a sign compo ed of characters or words that re attached directly to a
building, an appurtenance a building, or a masonry wall, t e area of the sign will be
computed by determining a area of a triangle, rectangle, or 'rcle that completely
encloses the whole group of characters or words.
C. Measuring Sign Heig t
The maximum height a sign shall be the measurement from grad to the highest point
on the sign. In the ca a where a minimum height is established, the l~iinimum height shall
be measured from gr de to the lowest point on the sign.
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A. Sign Standards for the ID and OPDH Zones
1. Permitted Signs:
a. Single Family Uses and Two Family Uses are not allowed to install permanent
signs, except for one small identification build' g sign and one integral sign and
public flags, as specified in Table 5B-1, below.
b. ignage for non-residential uses in the ID-R and ID-RM Zones, are permitted
o e identification sign. The identification si n may be one of the following types:
fac ,awning or monument sign. For Insti utional Uses, the sign may also
inclu e copy announcing its services or tivities.
c. Signag for non-residential uses in the D-C, ID-I, and ID-RP Zones must
comply ' h the sign regulations cont ned in Subsection 8C, Sign Standards in
the CO-1, -1 and MU Zones.
d. Residential u sin any OPDH zone re permitted signage in accordance with the
requirements o the underlying Re idential Zone. Non-residential uses approved
as part of a plan d developmen are permitted signage in accordance with the
sign regulations co tained in Su section 8C, Sign Standards in the CO-1, CN-1
and MU Zones.
2. Sign Specifications and ovisi ns
a. All signs for residential u s i the ID Zones and OPDH Zones are subject to the
standards specified in Tab B-1.
b. All signs in the ID-RS and M Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-1.
c. All signs for non-reside ial uses ' the ID-C, ID-I, and ID-RP Zones are subject
to the standards specif din Table 5B-2.
d. In the OPDH Zone, al signs for non- sidential uses approved as part of a
planned developme are subject tot standards specified in Table 5B-2.
B. Sign Standards for all Residential Zones
1. Permitted Signs: /
a. Principal uses, her than Single-Family Use and Two Family Uses, are
permitted one ' entification sign. The identifi tion sign may be one of the
following type :facia, awning, or monument si n. For Institutional Uses, the
sign may als include copy announcing its servi s or activities.
b. Parks and O en Space Uses are permitted entranc way signs as specified in
Table 5B-1.
c. In Multi-F ily Zones, multi-family buildings with 8 o more dwelling units are
allowed R sidential Leasing Company Signs as specifie in Table 5B-1, below.
d. Single Fa ily Uses and Two Family Uses are not allowed o install permanent
signs, ex ept for one small identification building sign and-'one integral sign and
public flags, as specified in Table 5B-1, below.
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2. Sign Specifications and Provisions
All signs in Residential Zones are subject to the standards specified in Table 5B-1.
Table 5B-1: Sign Specifications and Provisions in Residential Zones and the ID and OPDH Zones
Permitted Si s Zone Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height &
Special Provisions
Max. Height: Top of first
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12 4 sq. ft. story.
Limited to identification
Facia Sign' only, except as allowed for
ID-R RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44,
12 q. ft. Institutional Uses.
PRM Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
Max. Height: 5 ft
Limited to identification
1 sq. ft. per sign face. only, except as allowed for
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, R 8, RS-12, RNS-12 M be double-faced fora Institutional Uses.
total area of 24 sq.ft. Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
t Si
s
M
gn
onumen Max. Height: 5 ft
Limited to identification
24 sq. ft. per sign face. only, except as allowed for
ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM- May be double-faced fora Institutional Uses.
PRM total area of 48 sq.ft. Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
Max. Height: Top of first
story
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-1 RNS-12,
12 sq. . or 25% of awning Limited to identification
only, except as allowed for
Awning Sign' ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS- , RM-44, surface, hichever is less Institutional Uses.
PRM Not allowed for Single
Family and Two Family
Uses.
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Table 5B-1: Sign Specifications and Provisions in Residential Zones and the ID and OPDH Zones
Permitted Signs Zone Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height &
Special Provisions
Maximum Height: 20 ft.
Up to one sign per facade
of the entranceway arch.
The sign may not contain
changeable copy.
Sign copy may not extend
beyond the edges of the
entranceway structure. If an
applicant finds that this
For signs located ove or standard is too restrictive,
across the top f the they may request review
entranceway arc ,the area and approval from the
of the sign may of exceed Design Review Committee
25% of the ar delineated for an alternative design.
by the entra ceway arch. The Design Review
Committee will approve,
Allowed for Parks and Open ace Uses For a sign ocated on the approve with conditions, or
Entranceway Sign in any Residential Zone, ID ne, or side of t archway, the deny an application based
OPDH Zone area of a sign may not on whether the proposed
exceed 3% of the surface alternative design is
arepp~~ of the side of the appropriate to and
archy(iay support on which integrated into the overall
{{he sign is located. design of the entranceway.
(S e 14-56-7 Measurement The Committee will
Standards) consider such factors as
color, materials, size, and
proportionality.
Minimum clearance height
is 10 feet for entranceway
signs across driveways and
8 feet for entranceway
signs across walkways.
The sign must be a building
sign.
Only allowed on multi-family
Residential buildings that contain 8 or
Leasing Company RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM- 4, PRM 3 sq. ft. more dwelling units.
Sign p to one of these signs is
al wed per building.
Mus be located no more
than feet above grade.
The sig must be a building
sign.
Small ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS 8, RS-12, RNS-12, Up to one o these signs is
allowed per b ilding.
identification sign ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20 RNS-20, RM-44, 2 sq. ft. No permit is re fired.
PRM
Not allowed if the uilding
has a residential le sing
company sign.
ID-RS, RR-1, RS- , RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, 2 sq. ft. per face
Directional signs ID-RM, RM-12, -20, RNS-20, RM-44, May be double-faced for --
PRM total area of 4 sq. ft.
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Table 5B-1: Sign Specifications and Provisions in Residential Zones and the ID and OPDH Zones
Permitted Signs Zone Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height &
Special Provisions
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12, Up to one of these signs is
Integral sign ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, 2 sq. ft. allowed per building.
PRM No permit is required.
ID-RS, RR-1, RS-5, RS-8, RS-12, RNS-12,
Public Fla ID-RM, RM-12, RM-20, RNS-20, RM-44, -- No permit is required.
PRM
'Only one sign permitted; one facia sign, one awning sign, or one monument s' n (See 14-5B-8A-1.b.,above)
C. Sign Standard 'n the CO-1, CN-1 and MU Zones
1. All signs in the 0-1, CN-1, and MU Zones are s bject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-2.
2. Except for identific ion banners, monument s'gns, and entranceway signs, any
number of signs may a installed, provided t e maximum sign area for each type of
sign is not exceeded. e number of identif ation banners, monument signs, and
entranceway signs is lime d according to th provisions specified in Table 5B-2.
3. Signage for residential use ust comply v~th the requirements for residential uses in
the RM zones as stated in Ta e 5B-1.
Table 5B-2: Sign Specifications and Provisions in e C -1, CN-1, and MU Zones
Permitted signs Maximum Sign
Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Top of first
Facia Signs 15% allowance per story, except
as allowed
Parape signs are allowed, but only on one-story buildings.
sign wall for parapet
signs
Canopy Signs 8 sq. ft. per sign Top of first
story __
Up o two identification ban er signs may be affixed to each parking area
li t pole, provided that the f owing conditions are met:
The parking area must co ain at least 200 parking spaces and be
shared by multiple commer ' I uses.
• The light poles on which bann s are affixed must be spaced at least
80 feet apart.
Identification 18 sq. ft. per 20 ft Each banner can be no more than ft wide and 6 ft in height.
Banners banner The banner must be mounted or affix d so that the bottom edge of the
sign is at least 10 feet above grade an the top edge of the sign is no
higher than 20 feet above grade.
• The banner signs must be consistent in ap arance and size.
The permit for the banner sign shall be valid for no ore than one (1) year.
However, the permit will be renewable if the banner ns are in good
condition or are replaced with new banner signs.
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Table 5B-2: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CO-1, CN-1, and MU Zones
Permitted signs Maximum Sign Maximum Provisions
Area Height
Two or more uses on a single lot may share a common monument sign.
The number of monument signs on a lot or tract is limited as follows:
For lots or tracts with less th n 160 feet of frontage on a single street,
Up to 2 sq. ft of only one monument sign is ermitted along that frontage.
sign area per lineal For lots or tracts with 160 0 300 feet of frontage along a single street,
foot of lot frontage, up to 2 monument signs re permitted. The monument signs must be
not to exceed 50 at least 150 feet apart s measured along the frontage.
Monument signs sq. ft. per sign face. 5 ft. For lots or tracts with f outage in excess of 300 ft along a single street,
May be double- up to 3 monuments gns are permitted, provided the signs are at least
ced for a total 150 ft apart as mea ured along the frontage.
are of 100 sq. ft. For lots or tracts th frontage along more than one street, each
•
p sign. frontage is allow d signs based on the formulas stated above up to a
maximum of 5 'gns. Any sign that is located within 25 feet of a corner
(at the point w ere property lines intersect) will count as two signs; one
toward the si allowance for each frontage.
For signs located
above or across the Up to one sign r facade of the entranceway arch.
top of the
entranceway arch,
The sign may of contain changeable copy.
the area of the sign Sign copy m not extend beyond the edges of the entranceway structure. If
may not exceed an applicant finds that this standard is too restrictive, they may request
25% of the area review and pproval from the Design Review Committee for an alternative
delineated by the design. T Design Review Committee will approve, approve with
entranceway arch. conditio , or deny an application based on whether the proposed
For a sign located ernat' a design is appropriate to and integrated into the overall design of
Entranceway on the side of the 20 ft. the n anceway. The Committee will consider such factors as color,
Sign archway, the area mate Is, size, and proportionality.
of the sign may not
exceed 33% of the
Mi imum arance height is 10 feet for entranceway signs across
surface area of the dr' eways a 8 feet for entranceway signs across walkways.
side of the archway
support on which
ntranceway sig ge as specified herein will count as one sign toward the
the sign is located. total limit for monu ent signs on a lot or tract. Not allowed if the subject lot
(See 14-5B-7 or tract already has a onument sign located at the subject entrance.
Measurement
Standards)
Awning signs 25% of awning Top of fir __
surface story
Window signs 25% of window -
area
25 sq. ft. per sign
f
Time &
Temperature ace
May be double-
--
Shall not project more than 6 ft. into public r ht of way.
Signs faced for a total of
50 sq. ft.
Maximum diameter: 9 inches
Barber Poles __ __ Maximum length: 3 ft
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Table 56-2: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CO-1, CN-1, and MU Zones
Permitted signs Maximum Sign Maximum Provisions
Area Height
3 sq. ft. per sign
Directional signs ~ face __ __
ay be double-
face for total area
0 6 sq. ft.
Identification & 2 s ft Up to one of these signs is lowed per building.
Integral signs No permit is required.
One private flag may be d' played in conjunction with public flags.
Flags -- No permit is required.
Quick Vehicle Allowed for Quick Vehi e Servicing Uses.
Servicing Signs No permit is required.
D. Sign Standards in the -1, CC-2 and CI-1 nes
1. All signs in the CH-1, C 2, and CI-1 Zone are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-3.
2. The total number of freesta ing signs, eestanding wide-base signs and monument
signs on a lot or tract is limite as folio s. Any combination of these three types of
signs is allowed within the state limit .
a. For lots or tracts with less th n 60 feet of frontage on a single street, only one
such sign is permitted along t t frontage. Freestanding wide-based signs are
not permitted on lots or tracts ' h less than 160 feet of frontage.
b. For lots or tracts with 160 to 00 t of frontage along a single street, up to 2
such signs are permitted, pr vided t e signs are at least 150 feet apart as
measured along the fronts e.
c. For lots or tracts with 301 0 600 feet of rontage along a single street, up to 3
such signs are permitted, provided the sig are at least 150 feet apart as
measured along the fro age.
d. For lots or tracts with f ontage in excess of 60 feet along a single street, up to
3 such signs are perm' ed, provided the signs a e at least 150 feet apart as
measured along the f ontage. One additional mon ment sign is allowed,
provided the sign is t least 150 feet from any othe monument, freestanding,
or freestanding wid -base sign. ~
e. For lots or tracts w th frontage along more than one sti'~et, each frontage is
allowed signs bas d on the formulas stated in subparagr''~phs a. through d.,
above. However, maximum of 5 such signs are allowed on any one lot or
tract. Any sign at is located within 25 feet of a corner (the.. point where
property lines i ersect) will count as two signs; one toward the sign allowance
for each fronts e.
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3. Other than for entranceway signs and the types of signs listed in paragraph 2, above,
any number of signs may be installed, provided the maximum sign area for each type
of sign is not exceeded and the provisions specified in Table 5B-3 are met.
4. Signage for residential uses must comply with the requirements for residential uses in
the RM zones as stated in Table 5B-1.
Table 56-3: ign Specifications and Provisions in the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Facia signs % allowance per sign wall -- --
Canopysigns 12 sq. ft. per sign Top of first story --
Up to 2 . ft. per lineal foot
of lot front e, not to exceed 25 feet,
125 sq. ft. pe sign face. May however, in the
be double-face for a total
area of 250 squa feet. CH-1 District,
property within
When or more uses are located on a lot, a common
Additional si n area 1,000 feet of an freest nding or monument sign may be installed. The maximum
allowed in t e CH-1 Z e as interstate area f the common sign may be 50% larger than the area of
Freestanding follows. For property wit 'n highway right of the aximum individual sign allowed.
signs
1,000 feet of an interstate
way may have 1
T number of signs is limited according to paragraph D.2.,
highway right-of-way, one of freestanding a ove.
the property's allotted sign with a
freestanding signs is allowed aximum height
up to 250 sq. ft per sign face, no o exceed 65
which may be double-faced feet.
for a total area of 500 sq. ft.
Maximum width: 10 ft.
When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common sign may
nstalled. The maximum area of the common sign may be
be
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot o
50 /° larger than the area of the maximum individual sign
Freestanding, of lot frontage, not to exceed
125 sq. ft. per sign face. 26 ft. Ilowed.
Wide Base signs May be double-faced fora T number of signs is limited according to paragraph D.2.,
abo . However, a freestanding, wide-based sign is only
total of 250 sq. ft. allow if the lot frontage is at least 160 feet, and the City
Enginee determines that the location of the sign will not
obstruct t visibility of vehicles entering or exiting the property.
When 2 or re uses are located on a lot, a common
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lineal foot monument or estanding sign may be installed. The maximum
of lot frontage, not to exceed area of the com on sign may be 50% larger than the area of
Monument signs 50 sq. ft. per sign face. May 5 ft the maximum indi 'dual sign allowed.
be double-faced for a total
The number of signs 's limited according to paragraph D.2.,
area of 100 sq. ft. above.
Up to 1 sq. ft. per lineal foot ~
~
of lot frontage, not to exceed 1 ft. less than `~~
ll 50 sq. ft. per sign. the height of the in lieu of a monument,
One masonry wall sign is alloyed
Masonry Wa
Sign In additiono the sign may not masonry wall, ,
freestanding, or freestanding w~e-base sign.
exceed 15 /° of the total area not to exceed 12
~
of the face of the masonry feet `~
wall.
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Table 56-3: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Up to one sign per fa~atle of the entranceway arch.
The sign may not contain changeable copy.
Sign copy may not extend beyond the edges of the
entranceway structure, If an applicant finds that this standard
For signs located above or is too restrictive, they may request review and approval from
across the top of the the Design Review Committee for an alternative design. The
entranceway arch, the area Design Revi w Committee will approve, approve with
of the sign may not exceed conditions, o deny an application based on whether the
25% of the area delineated proposed al rnative design is appropriate to and integrated
by the entranceway arch. into the ov all design of the entranceway. The Committee
or a sign located on the will consid r such factors as color, materials, size, and
Entranceway side f the archway, the area 20 ft. proportio ality.
Sign of th ign may not exceed
33% o e surface area of
Minim clearance height is 10 feet for entranceway signs
the sid f the archway acros driveways and 8 feet for entranceway signs across
support on ich the sign is wal ays.
loc d.
tranceway signage as specified herein will count as one
(See 14-56-7 M surement ign toward the total limit for freestanding, freestanding wide-
Standard base signs and monument signs on a lot or tract. Not allowed
if the subject lot or tract already has a monument sign,
freestanding sign, freestanding wide-based sign, or masonry
wall sign located at the subject entrance.
For shopping centers, up to two identification banner signs may
be affixed to each parking area light pole, provided that the
/ following conditions are met:
The parking area must contain at least 200 parking
spaces and be shared by multiple commercial uses.
The light poles on which banners are affixed must be
spaced at least 80 feet apart.
Each banner can be no more than 3 ft wide and 6 ft in
height.
Identification
Banners 18 s . ft. er banner
q p 20 ft
The banner must be mounted or affixed so that the bottom
edge of the sign is at least 10 feet above grade and the
top edge of the sign is no higher than 20 feet above
grade.
• The banner signs must be consistent in appearance and
' e.
The per it for the banner sign shall be valid for no more than
one (1) ye r. However, the permit will be renewable if the
banner sign are in good condition or are replaced with new
banner signs.
Awning signs 25% of awning su ce Top of first story --
Window signs 25% of window ea -- --
3 sq. ft. per sig face
Directional signs May be double-fa d for total -- --
area of 6 . ft. ~\
Drive-Through Only allowed in Zones where rive-through facilities are allowed
Restaurant Menu Area: 1 sq. ft. -- for restaurants.
Signs
Time & 25 sq. ft er sign face. Permitted only in the CC-2 zone. '
Temperature May be double-faced for a -- Signs must not project more than 6 ft. into the public right-of-
Signs total area of 50 sq. ft. way.
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Table 56-3: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CH-1, CC-2, and CI-1 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Maximum diameter: 9 inches
Barber Poles -- -- Maximum length: 3 ft
Identification & Up o one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs 2 sq. ft. N permit is required.
0 e private flag may be displayed in conjunction with public
Flags -- -- f gs.
o permit is required.
Quick Vehicle __ __ Allowed for Quick Vehicle Servicing Uses.
Servicing Signs
No permit is required.
E. Sign Standards in ~(ie CB-2, CB-5 anc~ CB-10 Zones
1. All signs in the CB , CB-5 and CB- 0 Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-4.
2. The maximum sign ar a for each pe of sign, special provisions, and any restrictions
on the number of signs Ilowed re specified in Table 5B-4. Unless specifically limited
in Table 5B-4, any numb of si ns may be installed.
3. Signage for residential uses st comply with the requirements for residential uses in
the RM zones as stated in Ta e 5B-1.
Table 5B-4: Sign Specifications and Provisi ns i the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximu Height Provisions
Facia signs 15% of sign wall area -- --
Canopy signs 12 sq. ft per sign Top of first sty --
Up tonne canopy roof sign is allowed per storefront.
The bottom edge of the sign must be located no more
than 4 inches above the canopy.
Storefronts up to 39 ft. in or storefronts up to 39 ft. in length:
length: 15 sq. ft.
• Maximum height of copy: 13"
Storefronts between 40 . Maximum thickness: 6"
Canopy roof signs and 59 ft in length: Top of first story Forst efronts between 40 and 59 ft in length:
sq. ft. Ma imum height of copy: 20"
Storefronts >60 ft in Maxi um thickness: 8"
length: 35 sq. ft. For storefron >60 ft in length:
• Maximum eight of copy: 30"
• Maximum th kness: 10"
Only one monumen sign is allowed per lot or tract.
When 2 or more uses relocated on a lot, a common
24 sq.ft. per gn face. monument sign may be ' stalled. A common monument
Monument sign May be doubt faced fora 5 ft. sign may identify up to 4 es per sign face.
total area 48 sq. ft. A monument sign is not allowed if the property has a
freestanding sign, an entranceway sign, or a masonry
wall sign.
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Table 5B-4: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
Awning signs are only allowed if the business does not
Awning signs 25% of awning surface Top of first story have a projecting sign.
Up to one sign per facade of the entranceway arch.
The sign may not contain changeable copy.
For signs located above or Sign co y may not extend beyond the edges of the
across the top of the entran way structure. If an applicant finds that this
entranceway arch, the stand rd is too restrictive, they may request review and
area of the sign may not appr val from the Design Review Committee for an
xceed 25% of the area alt native design. The Design Review Committee will
delineated by the a rove, approve with conditions, or deny an application
e tranceway arch. sed on whether the proposed alternative design is
Entranceway Sign For a s n located on the
20 ft. a ro riate to and inte rated into the overall desi n of
pp p g g
side oft archwa ,the
Y the entranceway. The Committee will consider such
area of the ign may not factors as color, materials, size, and proportionality.
exceed 33% o the surface
area of the si of the Minimum clearance height is 10 feet for entranceway
archway support which signs across driveways and 8 feet for entranceway signs
the sign is locat across walkways.
(See 14-5B-7
Measurement Standard An entranceway sign is not allowed if the property has a
masonry wall sign, monument sign, or freestanding sign.
Only allowed in the CB-2 Zone.
Only one freestanding sign is allowed per lot.
Allowed only through approval of a minor modification.
Applicant must provide convincing evidence that the
Two (2) square feet per existing configuration of the site and location of the
Freestanding Sign lineal foot of lot frontage,
20 building or buildings on the site make it practically
not to exceed 50 square difficult to install a monument sign and that other types of
feet per sign face allowed signage would not be readily visible from the
street due to the location of building(s) or other unique
site characteristics.
A freestanding sign is not allowed if the property has a
monument sign, entranceway sign, or masonry wall sign.
1 sq. ft. per lineal foot of
lot frontage, not to excee
50 sq. ft. 1 ft. less than the my one masonry wall sign is allowed per lot.
Masonry Wall Sign height of the masonry
not to exceed 12
wall
A mas my wall sign is not allowed if the property has a
In addition, the sign ay ,
feet monum t sign, entranceway sign or freestanding sign.
not exceed 15% o the
total area of the f ce of
the masonry all.
Window signs 25% of win w area -- --
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Table 56-4: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the CB-2, CB-5 and CB-10 Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
Up to one projecting sign is allowed per storefront.
Projecting signs are not permitted if the business has an
awning sign, canopy sign or canopy roof sign.
The sign ay not project more than 5 ft, from the
building all.
The sig may not be illuminated.
Storefront projecting
i 6 sq. ft.
May b double-faced fora 12 ft. The si must be affixed to the building wall or to a pole
so that the sign is
that is ounted on the building
gn
s total rea of 12 sq. ft. ,
perp ndicular to the building wall.
Th sign may not swing or be easily moved by wind.
A usiness wishing to install a projecting sign must show
oof of liability insurance.
ign permits are be subject to Design Review according
to the procedures specified in Chapter 8 of this Title.
Up to one non-illuminated portable sign is allowed per
storefront.
The sign must be placed on private property or within a
designated sidewalk cafe area.
6 sq. ft. per sign face. The sign may not block access to any doorway.
Portable sign May be double-faced fora 6 ft The sign must be moved inside the business when the
total area of 12 sq ft. business is closed.
The sign must be weighted at the base to provide
stability as approved by the Building Official or designee.
A maximum of 2 sign faces are allowed per sign.
Time & 25 sq. ft. per sign face. Signs must not project more than 6 ft. into the public
Temperature signs May be double-faced for a -- right-of-way
total area of 50 sq. ft.
Maximum diameter: 9 inches
Barber Poles -- Maximum length: 3 ft
3 sq. ft. per sign face
Directional signs May be double-faced for -- --
total area of 6 sq: ft.
Identification & U to one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs 2 sq' ft' No p rmit is required.
One p 'vate flag may be displayed in conjunction with
Flags - -- public fl s.
No permit required.
Quick Vehicle Allowed for uick Vehicle Servicing Uses.
Servicing Signs No permit is r wired.
F. Sign Standards in the Industrial and Research Park Zo es
1. All signs in the I-1 I-2, RDP, and ORP Zones are subject to the standards specified in
Table 5B-5.
2. The total number of freestanding signs and monument signs n a lot or tract is
limited as follow .Any combination of these types of signs is a owed within the
stated limits.
a. For lots or tracts with less than 160 feet of frontage on a single street, only one
such sign is permitted along that frontage.
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b. For lots or tracts with frontage in excess of 160 feet of frontage along a single
street, up to 2 such signs are permitted, provided the signs are located at least
150 feet apart as measured along the frontage.
c. For lots or tracts with frontage along more tha one street, each frontage is
'~Ilowed signs based on the formulas stated in ubparagraphs a. and b., above.
3. Mason wall signs and entranceway signs are li Ited according to the provisions
specified ' Table 5B-5.
4. Other than r the types of signs listed in par raphs 2 and 3, above, any number of
signs may be ' stalled, provided the maximu sign area for each type of sign is not
exceeded and t provisions specified in T le 5B-5 are met.
Table 5B-5: Sign Specifications d Provisions in the Ind trial and Research Park Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum S n Area Ma mum
fight Provisions
Must not exceed 25% awning H ght: Top of
Awning signs
surface or 12 sq. ft. pe ign,
first story __
whichever is less,
Canopy Signs 12 sq. ft. per sign Height: Top of
first story __
Facia signs 15% of sign wall area -- --
When 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
sign may be installed. The maximum area of the
1 sq. ft. per lineal foot of lot fron ge, common sign may be 50% larger than the area of the
Freestanding signs not to exceed 50 sq. ft. Heig : 25 ft. maximum individual sign allowed.
May be double-faced for a tot of 100 The number of signs is limited according to paragraph
sq. ft. G.2., above.
Freestanding signs are limited to identification only.
Up to 2 sq. ft. per lin al foot of lot en 2 or more uses are located on a lot, a common
frontage, not to exc d~9 75 sq. ft. 5 ft. sig may be installed. The maximum area of the
Monument signs per sig ace. com on sign may be 50% larger than the area of the
May be double-fac d for a total area of maxim individual sign allowed.
15 sq. ft. Monume signs are limited to identification only.
Up to 2 sq. .per lineal foot of lot At each entra eway, up to 2 masonry wall signs may be
frontage, no o exceed 75 sq. ft. per established, if n freestanding, entranceway, monument
sign face. 1 ft. less than or other non-buil ' g signs are located at that
Masonry Wall Signs May be do le-faced for a total area of the height of entranceway.
150 sq. ft. the masonry In the ORP zone, ma my wall signs up to twelve (12)
In addi ' n, the sign may not exceed wall feet in height may bee ablished in the required front
15% of he total area of the face of the setback provided the sig are located a minimum of
masonry wall. twenty (20) feet back from treet right-of-way lines.
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Table 5B-5: Sign Specifications and Provisions in the Industrial and Research Park Zones
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum
Height Provisions
Up to one sign per facade of the entranceway arch.
The sign may not contain changeable copy.
Sign copy may not extend beyond the edges of the
entranceway structure. If an applicant finds that this
For signs located above or across the standard is too restrictive, they may request review and
top of the entranceway arch, the area approval fro the Design Review Committee for an
of the sign may not exceed 25% of the alternative esign. The Design Review Committee will
area delineated by the entranceway approve, pprove with conditions, or deny an application
arch. based o whether the proposed alternative design is
Entranceway Sign For a sign located on the side of the 20 ft appro late to and integrated into the overall design of
archway, the area of the sign may not the tranceway. The Committee will consider such
exceed 33 ° of the surface area of the fa ors as color, materials, size, and proportionality.
side of the rchway support on which
th sign is located. inimum clearance height is 10 feet for entranceway
(See 14 B-7 Measurement signs across driveways and 8 feet for entranceway signs
andards) across walkways.
An entranceway sign is not allowed if the property has a
masonry wall sign.
Window signs 25% of windo area -- --
3 sq. ft. per sign ce
Directional signs May be double-faced for to I area of 6 -- --
sq. ft.
Identification & Up to one of these signs is allowed per building.
Integral signs 2 sq. ft. No permit is required.
One private flag may be displayed in conjunction with
Flags -- -- public flags.
No permit is required.
A. In addition to the signage pe
following signs may be instal
contained in Table 5B-6. Thy
specified in Section 8, exc~jl
~iitted in each z ne, as described in Section 8, above, the
'd in any zone ac rding to the specifications and provisions
,e signs shall not b applied toward the maximum sign area
as otherwise indicat in the Table 5B-6.
B. Banners are not permittQfJ, except as allowed for Sp cial Event Signs and Going Out of
Business Signs, as spe led in Table 56-6.
Table 56-6: Sign Specific ions and Provisions for Non-Permanent, Off- remise, and Other Special Signs
Permitted Signs Maxi um Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
No permit requi tl.
In Residential Zones: Must not be illumi fed.
Area: 32 sq. ft. per face 5 ft Must be removed pri r to issuance of the certificate of
Construction signs May be double faced fora In Non-Residential occupancy.
total of 64 sq. ft. Zones: 10 ft. Can be located closer than 5 ft to a property line if located
on the wall of a building, fence or protective barricade
surrounding the construction.
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Table 5B-6: Sign Specifications and Provisions for Non-Permanent, Off-Premise, and Other Special Signs
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
No permit is required.
One non-illuminated monument sign per development of 2
Real Estate
32 sq. ft. per face
10 ft acres or more
Shall be removed upon sale or lease of 50% of lots or units
Development May be double faced fora in the development.
signs total of 64 sq. ft.
These signs shall not be considered off-premises signs,
provided they are located on land that is part of the subject
subdivision or development.
No per it is required.
One n-illuminated sign is permitted per principal building
that ' for sale, rent, or lease.
In Residential nes: 4 sq. ft.; 0 allowed as a temporary sign located in the yard or in
May be double-fa ed fora In Residential Zones: t window. Sign cannot be affixed to buildings, fences, flag
Real Estate signs total area of 8 sq. 5 ft oles or other permanent structures.
In Non-residential Zo s: 32 In Non-Residential Must be removed within 48 hours after the property,
sq. ft.; May be double-f ed Zones: 10 ft. building, or unit within a building for which the sign is
for a total area of 64 sq. intended is sold, rented, leased or withdrawn from the
market. For residential rental properties, real estate signs
may be displayed no more than 4 months prior to the
commencement of the leasing period.
No permit is required.
Signs in windows -- Posters and other non-permanent signs in windows are
allowed.
One non-illuminated sign per lot is allowed.
Special events sign restricted to 4 times in 12 month period
Special Events 100 sq. ft. -- and single duration of 30 days
May include banners, but not any sign prohibited by Section
6 of this Article, Prohibited Signs.
Must not be illuminated.
May be displayed for up to 60 days;
Going-Out-of- 100 sq. ft. -- Restricted to once in a 12-month period for single business.
Business signs
ay include banners, but not any sign prohibited by Section
f this Article, Prohibited Signs.
Temporary signs 12 sq. ft. pe ace No pe it is required.
(other than real May be double-f ced for total Height: 10 ft One no illuminated sign per lot is allowed.
estate signs) of 24 q. ft. Signs sha not be displayed for more than 60 days.
In ID and R sidential Zones: In ID and Residential
32 sq. ft. p sign face; May be Zones: 5 ft In ID and in Re 'dential Zones, one monument sign is
double-f ed for a total of 64 In all other Zones: allowed at each reet entrance to a subdivision or housing
Development sq• ft•
Not to exceed the development.
signs In other Zones: Not to maximum height for In all other Zones, o e freestanding or monument sign is
e eed the maximum sign the subject sign type allowed at each street entrance to a subdivision or housing
ea for the subject sign type as specified in the development.
as specified in the applicable applicable zone.
zone.
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Table 5B-6: Sign Specifications and Provisions for Non-Permanent, Off-Premise, and Other Special Signs
Permitted Signs Maximum Sign Area Maximum Height Provisions
Off-Premises signs are not permitted in Residential, CO-1,
CN-1, CB-5, CB-10, ORP and RDP Zones.
May take the form of any type of sign allowed in the zone in
Not to exceed the maximum which the sign is located and must comply with all other
sign area for the subject sign provisions specified for the subject zone.
type as specified in the Not to exceed the Only one off-premises sign is allowed per lot or tract.
applicable zone and will be maximum sign height Two or more uses may install a common off-premises
Billboards and deducted from the maximum for the subject sign dir tional sign.
0 er Off-
' sign allowance for the subject type as specified in No o -premises sign shall be located within 300 ft. of
ses Signs
Pre ro ert
P P Y• the a licable zone.
PP
ano ernff-premises sign.
N off-premises sign shall be located within 120 ft. of a
Billboards: 72 sq. ft. May be Billboards: 25 ft esidential Zone, Parks and Open Space Use, Educational
double-faced for a total area of acility, Religious/Private Group Assembly Use, public
144 sq. ft. museum or government administrative or judicial office.
Billboard signs shall not apply toward maximum sign
allowance for the lot or tract.
A. Purpose
In order to promote the h alth, safety d general welfare of the population, no privately-
owned signs shall be place on or ove a public place, as defined in Article 14-9C, except
as permitted by the City Code.
B. Removal
Existing privately-owned signs curr tly located on or over a public place that are not in
compliance with the City Code sh II eliminated and removed. If the sign owner fails to
remove the sign after so ordere by th City, the City may remove the sign and assess the
costs against the sign owner.
C. Special Provisions
1. Signs associated with rades, marches, blic entertainment, public demonstrations,
or the commercial us of sidewalks that are ocated on or over a public place are
subject to the provisi ns of Title 10, Chapters , 2, and 3 of the City Code. Any signs
located on or over t e City Plaza are subject to a provisions of Title 10, Chapter 5
of the City Code.
2. The City Manager or designee may approve and exec to applications on the City's
behalf for the pl cement of privately-owned signs on or ver a public place upon
finding that the signs:
a. Provide i formation and guidance to locations of general public interest; and
b. Will no create a hazard to movement along or within a public place, restrict
acces to a public place, or interfere with the convenience and tranquility of the
are adjacent to a public place.
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Marian Karr
From: mwmk@mchsi.com
Sent: Monday, October 06, 2008 11:44 AM
To: Marian Karr
Subject: FW: Re: Fw: Monday Sign Ordinance Meeting on Monday, October 6th
Original Message:
From: George Wagner goosetownrentals@gmail.com
Date: Mon, 6 Oct 2008 10:25:34 -0500
To: mwmkC~mchsi.com, northsidec~mchsi.com
Subject: Re: Fw: Monday Sign Ordinance Meeting on Monday, October 6th
> NNA, Michael...
As a resident and rental property owner in the NNA, and one who has .been "...dedicated to
maintaining and improving the quality of life in the Northside"... I find the NNA sign
ordinance email below basically mean spirited, not representative of all those who
contribute to the neighborhood, and divisive in way that is not productive.
For the record, I have emailed the city council against banning .COM signs - though am in
favor of aesthetic regulation. Let's try to put forth solutions - not base factional
negativity - in order to continue are common community interests.
Thank you.
George Wagner
> To: northside@mchsi.com
> Subject: Monday Sign Ordinance Meeting on Monday, October 6th
> From: northside@mchsi.com
> Date: Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:29:08 -0500
> On Monday October 6th the City Council will have the hearing for the
> proposed sign clarifications. We need people present one last time to
> support the clarification of the zoning code to clean up the permanent
"For
> Rent" signs that are attached to buildings in our neighborhood. This
issue
> should occur fairly early in the Council meeting, and if we could have
some
> articulate representatives--and angry Northsiders bearing torches--all
> the better. Doubtless the Opposition will make an appearance,
> speaking in Palinesque language about the joys of visual clutter and
> how one person's vision of untrammeled non-enforcement is another
> person's...well, we'll
have
> to get back to you on that.
~O :..J
Marian Karr
From: Judy Sivertsen [JSIVERTS@icpl.org]
Sent: Monday, October 06, 2008 1:14 PM
To: Council
Subject: Rental Sign/Billboard/Advertising
City Council members:
I can remember feeling appalled and violated when a red metal sign was attached to the
house south of me on Governor. The sign was advertising that it was a rental house
managed by a particular rental agency. It also had a phone number attempting to drum up
more business. That same morning, on the way to work, I noticed the house on the NE corner
of Burlington & Governor with two red signs attached. I called Housing and complained.
One sign was removed but the other one remained as did the one on the house south of me.
It is sad enough that so many lovely old homes in Iowa City have been divided up,
neglected, and used as rentals. It is bad enough to see their decay but allowing signs
attached to such buildings only seems to encourage such a trend.
Please make an amendment that will stop the use of advertising signs in residential areas.
Most cities have rules monitoring signs and their locations in the downtown area because
signs can be a eyesore. Why should we have any at all in our neighborhoods?
Sincerely, Judy Sivertsen
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Marian Karr
From: Jean Walker [walkersic@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, October 06, 2008 1:15 PM
To: Council
Cc: walkersic@yahoo.com
Subject: Rental Property Signage
Dear Council Members:
I would very much appreciate if the Council approved the Signage amendment to stop the
invasion of rental property Signage in residential neighborhoods. The proliferation of
such Signage in residential neighborhoods makes for unsightliness in all neighborhoods,
including those that have been designated as historic.
Thanks,
Jean Walker
335 Lucon Drive
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Marian Karr
From: Karen Howard
Sent: Monday, October 06, 2008 2:51 PM
To: Marian Karr
Subject: FW: Proposed sign ordinance
I received this message today regarding the proposed amendments to the sign ordinance.
Please forward it to the City Council.
From: Jane & Walter Kopsa [mailto:happykay@earthlink.net]
Sent: Monday, October 06,.2008 2:01 PM
To: Karen Howard
Subject: Proposed sign ordinance
City Council, My wife and I own some smaller rental properties in Iowa City. We often use temporary yard
signs to advertise vacancies. The proposed ordinance would prohibit the use of these signs until four months
prior to the beginning of the lease period. Most landlords try to ascertain if existing tenants plan to renew when
the second semester begins in mid January. Some insist on an answer as early as the beginning of February.
Most units in neighborhoods popular with students that will be available august 1 are being advertised by mid
January or early February. By April 1St, many of these units will have been rented. When I use a yard sign it
goes up when I know a unit will be available and comes down when it has been rented. This is a very
inexpensive and affective way of advertising. If this ordinance passes with this clause intact these yard signs will
become useless. This puts a smaller operator without a large ad budget and a website at a distinct
disadvantage. These signs also are very useful to prospective tenants, many of whom are interested in
particular neighborhoods and types of housing. It allows them to identify possible housing while walking or
driving through particular neighborhoods. Sincerely, Walter Kopsa, 130 Ashwood, Iowa City, Iowa 52245, 338-
0870
10/6/2008
~~
Marian Karr
From: Jones [cecildonkey@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, October 06, 2008 3:09 PM
To: Council
Subject: signage amendment
Dear Council Members:
I would very much appreciate if the Council approved the signage amendment to stop the
invasion of rental property signage in residential neighborhoods. The proliferation of
such signage in residential neighborhoods makes for unsightliness in all neighborhoods,
including those that have been designated as historic.
Thank you,
Julie Jones
4 Melrose Circle
Iowa City, IA
354-3225
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Prepared by: Christina Kuecker, Associate Planner, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5230
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE CONDITIONALLY REZONING APPROXIMATLEY 3.87 ACRES
OF PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF DODGE STREET AND WEST OF SCOTT
BOULEVARD, FROM RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PARK (RDP) TO
COMMERCIAL OFFICE (CO-1 ). (REZ08-00008)
WHEREAS, the applicant, the University of Iowa Community Credit Union, has requested a
rezoning of property located south of Dodge Street and west of Scott Boulevard from Research
Development Park (RDP) to Commercial Office (CO-1); and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the proposed rezoning and
determined that it complies with the Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan indicates that this parcel is appropriate for uses
consistent with the CO-1 zone; and
WHEREAS, Iowa Code §414.5 (2007) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose
reasonable conditions on granting an applicant's rezoning request, over and above existing
regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the proposed rezoning and
determined that it complies with the Comprehensive Plan provided that it meets conditions
addressing the need for an attractive Dodge Street entranceway, neighborhood compatibility,
and traffic safety; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has agreed that the property shall be developed in accordance with
the terms and conditions of the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto to ensure
appropriate development in this area of the city.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA:
SECTION I APPROVAL. Subject to the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto and
incorporated herein, property described below is hereby reclassified from its current zoning
designation of Research Development Park (RDP) to Commercial Office (CO-1):
Lot 2, Press Citizen Addition, Iowa City, Iowa, according to the plat thereof
recorded in Book 43, Page 311, Plat Records of Johnson County, Iowa, subject to
easements, covenants and restrictions of record.
SECTION II. ZONING MAP. The building official is hereby authorized and directed to change
the zoning map of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, to conform to this amendment upon the final
passage, approval and publication of the ordinance as approved by law.
SECTION III. CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT. The Mayor is hereby authorized and
directed to sign, and the City Clerk attest, the Conditional Zoning Agreement between the property
owner and the City, following passage and approval of this Ordinance.
Ordinance No.
Page 2
SECTION IV. CERTIFICATION AND RECORDING. Upon passage and approval of the
Ordinance, the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify a copy of this ordinance, and
record the same in the Office of the County Recorder, Johnson County, Iowa, at the Owner's
expense, upon the final passage, approval and publication of this ordinance, as provided by law.
SECTION V. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the
provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION VI. SEVERABILITY. If any section, provision or part of the Ordinance shall be
adjudged to be invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the
Ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or
unconstitutional.
SECTION VII. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage,
approval and publication, as provided by law.
Passed and approved this day of , 20,
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
Ap oved by
City Attorney's Office q~y~v ~
Ordinance No.
Page
It was moved by
and seconded by
as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT:
First Consideration l0
Vote for passage:
-Nays: None.
Second Consideration
Vote for passage:
Bailey
Champion
Correia
Hayek
O'Donnell
Wilburn
Wright
that the Ordinance
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Ayes; Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright, Bailey, Champion, Correia.
Absent: None.
Date published
Prepared by: Christina Kuecker, PCD, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5243 (REZ08-00008)
CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made between the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal corporation
(hereinafter "City"), and The University of Iowa Community Credit Union (hereinafter "Owner");
WHEREAS, Owner is the legal title holder of approximately 3.87 acres of property located south
of Dodge Street and west of Scott Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, the Owner has requested the rezoning of said property from Research
Development Park (RDP) to Commercial Office (CO-1); and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of said rezoning
subject to conditions related to ensuring that the property develops in a manner that enhances
the aesthetics of the Dodge Street entranceway into Iowa City, is compatible with the nearby
residential neighborhoods, and addresses traffic circulation issues; and
WHEREAS, Iowa Code §414.5 (2007) provides that the City of Iowa City may impose
reasonable conditions on granting an applicant's rezoning request, over and above existing
regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested change; and
WHEREAS, the Owner acknowledge that certain conditions and restrictions are reasonable to
ensure the development of the property is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the
need for an attractive Dodge Street entranceway, neighborhood compatibility, and traffic safety;
and
WHEREAS, the Owner agrees to develop this property in accordance with the terms and
conditions of this Conditional Zoning Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, the parties
agree as follows:
1. Owner is the legal title holder of the property legally described as follows:
Lot 2, Press Citizen Addition, Iowa City, Iowa, according to the plat thereof
recorded in Book 43, Page 311, Plat Records of Johnson County, Iowa,
subject to easements, covenants and restrictions of record.
2. The parties acknowledge that Iowa Code §414.5 (2007) provides that the City of Iowa
City may impose reasonable conditions on granting an applicant's rezoning request, over
and above the existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the
requested rezoning.
3. In consideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, the Owner agrees that
development of the subject property will conform to all other requirements of the zoning
chapter, as well as the following conditions:
a. Substantial compliance with the Concept Plan dated July 21, 2008, attached and
incorporated herein, with regard to the location of the building and parking lot. Any
substantial deviation from the Concept Plan regarding building and parking
placement shall require approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission. All
other changes shall be approved by City Staff.
b. The vehicular access point shall be located as shown on the attached Concept
Plan.
c. Owner shall install and maintain landscaping to the S2 Standard, as described in
Iowa City Code of Ordinances 14-5F-6, as amended, along the length of the
Dodge Street frontage.
d. The Dodge Street building elevations shall demonstrate appropriate articulation
and fenestration suitable for this important entranceway into Iowa City, which shall
include the use of a brick veneer with limestone base, sills, and banding to break
up the facade and windows on at least 30% of the facade.
4. The Owner and City acknowledge that the conditions contained herein are reasonable
conditions to impose on the land under Iowa Code §414.5 (2007), and that said
conditions satisfy public needs that are caused by the requested zoning change.
5. The Owner and City acknowledge that in the event the subject property is transferred,
sold, redeveloped, or subdivided, all redevelopment will conform with the terms of this
Conditional Zoning Agreement.
6. The parties acknowledge that this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to be
a covenant running with the land and with title to the land, and shall remain in full force
and effect as a covenant with title to the land, unless or until released of record by the
City of Iowa City. The parties further acknowledge that this agreement shall inure to the
benefit of and bind all successors, representatives, and assigns of the parties.
7. The Owner acknowledges that nothing in this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be
construed to relieve the Owner or Applicant from complying with all other applicable
local, state, and federal regulations.
8. The parties agree that this Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be incorporated by
reference into the ordinance rezoning the subject property, and that upon adoption and
publication of the ordinance, this agreement shall be recorded in the Johnson County
Recorder's Office at the Applicant's expense.
Dated this `~ day of ,s~~i'?~~~z , 20 ~~
OWNER
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION
Richard J. oble
Senior Vice-President
CITY OF IOWA CITY
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OWNER'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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This instrument was acknowledged before me on the 9~ day of ~-~ ~~~'~-~~~~,
2008 by Richard J. Noble, as Senior Vice-President of University of Iowa Community Credit
Union.
Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa
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State of Iowa, County of Johnson, ss:
On this day of 2008, before me, the undersigned, a notary public
for the state of Iowa, personally appeared Regenia D. Bailey and Marian •K. Karr, to me
personally known, who, being by me duly sworn, did say that they are the Mayor and City Clerk,
respectively, of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, executing the within and foregoing instrument; that
the seal attached thereto is the seal of said corporation by authority of its City Council; and that
the said Mayor and City Clerk acknowledged the execution of said instrument to be the
voluntary act and deed of said corporation, by it and by them voluntarily executed.
Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa
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To: Planning & Zoning Commission
Prepared by: Christina Kuecker, Associate Planner
Item: REZ08-0008
Date: August 21, 2008
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Applicant: University of Iowa Community Credit Union
825 Mormon Trek Boulevard
Iowa City, IA 52246
Contact Person: Dick Noble
Phone: (319)339-1000
Requested Action: Rezoning from RDP (Research Development Park)
to CO-1 (Commercial Office)
Purpose: To allow for the construction of corporate office
building and branch bank facility for University of
Iowa Community Credit Union
Location:
Size:
Existing Land Use and Zoning:
Surrounding Land Use and Zoning:
File Date:
45 Day Limitation Period:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
South of Dodge Street and west of Scott Boulevard
3.87 acres
RDP (Research Development Park
North: OPD-5
South: OPD-5
East: P1 and RS-5
West: RDP
July 31, 2008
September 14, 2008
The applicant, University of Iowa Community Credit Union, is requesting a rezoning from
Research Development Park (RDP) to Commercial Office (CO-1) for an approximately 3.87 acre
property located at the south corner of Dodge Street and Scott Boulevard. In 1988, the property
was zoned to RDP to allow the Iowa City Press Citizen to be built in the area to the south. The
University of Iowa Community Credit Union (UICCU) intends to build a corporate office building
that houses the administrative headquarters and a branch bank facility with adrive-up teller.
The applicant has indicated that they have chosen not to use the "Good Neighbor Policy" and
have not had discussions with neighborhood representatives.
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ANALYSIS:
The applicant has submitted a concept plan of the proposed development that illustrates the
proposed location of the bank building, the parking lot, drive-through facility, and landscaping (see
attached). On the concept plan, the bank building is located close to the intersection of Dodge
Street and Scott Boulevard, which screens views of the parking lot from Dodge Street, a major
entranceway into Iowa City. There is no direct driveway access to Dodge Street. Access to the
parking lot and drive-through is from a driveway off of Scott Boulevard located approximately 350
feet from the intersection.
Current Zoning: The Research Development Part Zone (RDP) provides areas for the
development of office, research, production or assembly firms and other complementary uses.
General office commercial uses (financial businesses and back office banking facilities) are
permitted in the RDP zone, but personal service-oriented retail uses (retail banking
establishments) are not allowed. Drive-through facilities are also not allowed in the RDP zone
Proposed Zoning: The Commercial Office Zone (CO-1) provides specific areas where office
functions, compatible businesses, apartments and certain public and semipublic uses may be
developed. The CO-1 zone can serve as a buffer between residential and more intensive
commercial or industrial areas. Personal service-oriented retail and general office uses are both
permitted in the CO-1 zone. Drive-through facilities for financial institutions are allowed by special
exception, to be approved by the Board of Adjustment.
Comprehensive Plan: The Comprehensive Plan emphasizes the need to preserve the natural
beauty of the Dodge Street entrance into Iowa City. The North District Plan and the Northeast
District Plan both briefly mention the area. Both plans note that there are two major employers
in this area, the Press Citizen and ACT.
The North District Plan identifies Dodge Street as a main entranceway corridor into Iowa City.
Maintaining and enhancing the appearance of the entranceway is recommended. Views of
wooded ravines and well-landscaped office park developments have been identified as positive
features of the area.
The Northeast District Plan has a section that discusses environmental features in the area.
The Plan encourages "development that occurs with consideration of ecological features, such
as protecting critical wildlife habitats, natural terrain, and future green space."
Staff finds that the proposed concept plan addresses the appearance of the development as it
relates to the Dodge Street entranceway. Locating the building close to the street intersection
will present a more attractive streetscape than a view of a parking lot and drive-through,
particularly if the building is designed with window openings and other facade detailing to avoid
blank walls along the street. In addition, if the site is attractively landscaped with the parking lot
set back and screened from view of neighboring residential properties, the development should
blend well into its surroundings and be an attractive feature in this important entranceway into
Iowa City.
Neighborhood Compatibility and Future Development in the Area: The immediately
surrounding areas include residential neighborhoods, the Iowa City Press Citizen facility, and
some public land. The CO-1 zone is as a low intensity commercial zone that is appropriate as a
transition zone between more intense commercial or industrial areas and residential
neighborhoods. If built as shown on the concept plan, the landscaping and existing steep terrain
will buffer the proposed development from the surrounding properties. Between the parking lot
and the residential neighborhood to the south approximately 150 feet of land is shown that
includes a ravine and significant vegetation. In addition, the parking lot will have to be screened
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The residential area to the north across Dodge Street is a set of five townhouses. The
proposed bank will be visible from these homes. However, if the land is developed as shown
on the enclosed concept plan, the effect should be minimal. The building will be located at the
corner of the lot along Dodge Street, which should block views of the parking lot and drive-
through facility and associated commercial activity from these neighbors. Staff recommends
significant landscaping along Dodge Street in order to help blend the proposed development
into the surrounding landscape. However due to the prominent nature of the building along
Dodge Street, Staff believes that appropriate articulation and fenestration of the Dodge Street
elevation will help the building be an appealing element in an entranceway into Iowa City.
There is currently some undeveloped land adjacent to this property. The first is the area
northeast of the subject property, across Scott Boulevard. This is the future location of a new
fire station. Directly across Scott Boulevard to the east is a parcel of land zoned Low Density
Single Family Residential (RS-5), which has potential to be further developed in the future.
However, it may not develop as a single family neighborhood. The Comprehensive Plan has
designated the area as appropriate for Office Research Park zoning.
In Staff's opinion, the proposed administrative offices and back office functions proposed are
similar to what is currently allowed in the RDP zone. However, the branch bank and drive-
through will generate higher levels of traffic than would the office and employment uses more
typical of an office park. Staff finds that the proposed site plan effectively locates the driveway
access point, the parking lot and drive-through facility to accommodate the higher level of
traffic generated by the retail functions of the proposed facility.
Staff believes this location is appropriate for a bank facility and is compatible with the
surrounding neighborhoods. In the CO-1 zone, building heights are limited to a height of 25
feet instead of 45 feet allowed in the RDP zone. The location and mass of the building,
combined with the proposed landscaping could provide an appealing entranceway feature into
Iowa City along Dodge Street, provided the building presents an attractive face toward the
street rather than blank walls.
Environmentally Sensitive Areas: This property contains some steep, critical, and protected
slopes. The protected slopes will be buffered and left undisturbed. Approximately 26% of the
critical slopes and 35% of the steep slopes will be disturbed by the new construction. Since the
disturbance to critical slopes is less than 35%, the proposed development will require a Level 1
Sensitive Areas Review, which an administrative review by staff.
Traffic and Pedestrian Facilities: Highway 1/Dodge Street has recently been reconstructed
to provide a more functional entrance into Iowa City, which includes sidewalks on both sides of
Dodge Street and Scott Boulevard.
The corner of Dodge Street and Scott Boulevard is a busy Iowa City intersection. Because of
the amount of traffic at this intersection the location of the access point to this property should
be carefully considered. According to the concept plan, access to the parking lot and drive-
through will be located on Scott Boulevard approximately 350 feet from the intersection. This
should be an adequate distance to prevent conflicts between traffic turning into this
development and traffic stacking at the intersection. Staff recommends that the location of this
access point be a condition of approval.
A traffic volume count conducted in 2006 shows that there are 9,100 daily trips on Dodge Street
and 10,200 daily trips on Scott Boulevard. The capacity of a two-lane arterial with a turn lane
such as Dodge Street and Scott Boulevard is approximately 14,000 trips per day. Since there is
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considerable capacity currently available, uses allowed in a CO-1 zone would not generate
enough additional traffic to cause congestion along these roadways.
Summary: The Northeast District Plan and the North District Plan, elements of the
Comprehensive Plan, recognize the importance of Dodge Street as a main entranceway into Iowa
City. The Plans also note the environmentally sensitive areas of the subject parcel. At the time of
the rezoning for the Iowa City Press Citizen to RDP, concern was expressed for the protection of
the entranceway and the steep slopes. The CO-1 zone is an appropriate zone between
residential and more intense land uses. The important issues in this rezoning include:
• Dodge Street as a major entranceway into Iowa City. This has been addressed in the
provided concept plan by the installation of landscaping and locating the building near the
corner, keeping the parking away from Dodge Street and the neighboring residential.
Staff has asked the applicant to provide drawings of the Dodge Street elevation in order to
ensure the building is appropriate in Iowa City's prominent entranceway. The applicant
has indicated that elevation drawings will be available prior to the meeting on August 21.
• Compatibility with the surrounding areas. According to the provided concept plan, the
proposed development will blend into the surrounding areas by providing landscaped
screening and by locating the building at the corner of the Dodge Street and Scott
Boulevard. The S3 screening will buffer any surrounding residential areas from the
parking lot and the commercial activity associated with the drive-through.
• Vehicular access. The access point to the bank should be located a sufficient distance
from the intersection of Dodge Street and Scott Boulevard to allow for safe traffic
movement. Staff recommends that the access point, as shown on the concept plan, be
included as a condition of approval.
• Steep, critical, and protected slopes. The location of the building and parking shown in the
concept plan appears to leave the most sensitive slopes undisturbed. A Level 1 Sensitive
Areas Review will be required prior to development.
Staff recommends a conditional zoning agreement that addresses these issues.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that REZ08-00008, an application submitted by the University of Iowa
Community Credit Union for a rezoning from Research Development Park (RDP) zone to
Commercial Office (CO-1) zone for approximately 3.87 acres of property at the south corner of
Dodge Street and Scott Boulevard, be approved subject to a conditional zoning agreement that
includes:
• A requirement for substantial compliance with the concept plan as submitted;
• A requirement for the access point to be located as shown in the concept plan;
• A detailed landscape plan for the site that complies with the screening requirements and
with additional landscaping provided along the Dodge Street frontage; and
• Building elevations demonstrating appropriate articulation and fenestration of the Dodge
Street elevation suitable for this important entranceway into Iowa City.
ATTACHMENTS:
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APPLICANT'S STATEMENT
The University of Iowa Community Credit Union (UICCU) intends to
build a corporate office building at the corner of Scott Boulevard and
Dodge St. The building will be their administrative headquarters, but
will also include a branch bank facility with adrive-up teller. The
rezoning to CO-1 is required to allow by special exception the drive - up
facility.
The property is presently zoned RDP and located on the Dodge Street
entranceway to Iowa City. The City's Comprehensive Plan has been to
preserve the natural beauty of the Dodge St. entranceway. This is one
of the UICCU goals as well. All of UICCU facilities are professionally
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vision of Dodge Street as a green entranceway to the city. Theic~v- ~„
pitched roof with wide over-hangs will reflect the gentle hills o~e
topography. Natural materials of brick and stone will anchor the
building to the site. The building's orientation will place the office areas
along Dodge Street to screen the central entrance, drive-up teller, and
parking from view. Monument signs, rather than a large over-head
freestanding sign, will quietly and unobtrusively mark the commercial
aspect of the property. The landscape will contribute to the screening
of the building and parking lot while also improving the beauty of the
existing site. There will be trees along both street facades and the
building will seem to emerge from between them. The Credit Union will
provide important services to the surrounding residents while its
landscaping and attention to its surroundings will enhance the gateway
to the city.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that REZ08-00008, an application submitted by the University of Iowa
Community Credit Union for a rezoning from Research Development Park (RDP) zone to
Commercial Office (CO-1) zone for approximately 3.87 acres of property at the south corner of
Dodge Street and Scott Boulevard, be approved subject to a conditional zoning agreement that
includes:
• A requirement for substantial compliance with the concept plan as submitted.
Substantial compliance is in regard to the location of the building on Dodge Street and
no parking being located between Dodge Street and the building. Any significant
deviation from the concept plan regarding building and parking placement requires
approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission;
• A requirement for the access point to be located as shown in the concept plan;
• Additional landscaping to the S2 Standard provided along the Dodge Street frontage;
and
• Building elevations demonstrating appropriate articulation and fenestration of the Dodge
Street elevation suitable for this important entranceway into Iowa City, such as the
building having a brick veneer with limestone base, sills, and banding to break up the
facade and windows on at least 30% of the facade.
Date: August 21, 2008
To
Iowa City Planning and Zoning Commission
From: John Yapp, Transportation Planner 7~~~-
JCCOG
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Re: Proposed credit union at the intersection of Scott Blvd and Dubuque Rd
Associate Planner Kuecker let me know the Commission had some questions about potential
traffic issues at the intersection of Scott Blvd and Dubuque Rd due to the proposed credit
union on the west side of the intersection. Our most recent traffic count for this segment of
Scott Blvd is an average 10,200 vehicles per day, well within capacity for the corridor. This
segment of Scott Blvd carries a significant amount of peak traffic due to the ACT campus;
the southbound left turn and northbound right turn lanes are designed to facilitate traffic into
the ACT campus with minimal disruption to through traffic.
JCCOG Transportation Planning Division staff measured sight distance at this location when
the rezoning of this property was first proposed and found that sight distance was adequate.
We recommend the access point be located opposite Dubuque Rd for optimal visibility of
vehicles entering the intersection in all directions.
This segment of Scott Blvd is most congested during the AM peak, due to a combination of
inbound ACT employees and other commuter traffic. Credit Union employees will add to the
overall level of traffic at the intersection however they will not be using the same lanes as
ACT employees. ,
It is my understanding there was discussion of the need for a southbound right turn lane into
the credit union site. Right turns are a free movement, because vehicles do not have to wait
for a gap in traffic. Justification for a right turn lane is a function of both traffic speed, traffic
volume and the percentage of right turning vehicles; higher-speed corridors such as rural
highways are more likely to warrant right turn lanes due to the speed differential between
turning vehicles and through vehicles. This segment of Scott Blvd has relatively low traffic
speeds to warrant a separate right turn lane for the credit union property. Traffic engineering
guidance is that between 15-20% of southbound vehicles should be turning right for a right
turn lane to be warranted for traffic speeds in the range of 30-35 MPH. Given the size of the
property proposed for commercial office, this will not be the case.
Typically a greater concern is left-turning traffic. Northbound Scott Blvd widens to two lanes
at this location; the inside northbound lane will function as a left turn & through lane. It is
likely that some northbound vehicles will use the outside right turn lane to drive around a
stopped left turning vehicle, similar to other locations where motorists are turning left into a
commercial property on a four-lane street.
In summary, any additional development will alter traffic patterns. The relatively modest
amount of peak hour traffic produced by commercial office land uses do not lead us to
conclude additional turn lanes are warranted. Transportation Division staff will continue to
monitor the intersection to determine if additional traffic control such as a traffic signal is
warranted in the future.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of
Iowa City will hold a public hearing on the 6th day
of October, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. in Emma J. Harvat
Hall, City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa
City, Iowa, or if said meeting is cancelled, at the
next meeting of the City Council thereafter as
posted by the City Clerk; at which hearing the
Council will consider a resolution approving an
agreement for walkway improvements and
authorizing a future partial release of the interior
pedestrian access easement on 210 South
Dubuque Street, Iowa City, Iowa. Copies of the
proposed resolution are on file for public
examination in the office of the City Clerk, City
Hall, Iowa City, Iowa. Persons wishing to make
their views known for Council consideration are
encouraged to appear at the above-mentioned
time and place.
MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK
Prepared by: Sarah Holecek, 15t Asst. City Atty., 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5030
RESOLUTION NO.
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RESOLUTION APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT FOR WALKWAY IMPROVEMENTS AND FUTURE
PARTIAL RELEASE OF PEDESTRIAN ACCESS EASEMENT ON 210 SOUTH DUBUQUE
STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
WHEREAS, the City of Iowa City ("City") currently owns a public pedestrian access easement
through the interior of the Sheraton Hotel building, that is approximately twenty-five feet (25') wide
and open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week (24/7), as well as an exterior public
pedestrian access easement along the western wall of the building that is approximately twelve
and one-half feet (12.5') wide; and
WHEREAS, RBD Iowa City LLC, ("RBD") current owner of the Sheraton Hotel building, located at
210 South Dubuque Street, wishes to expand and enhance the hotel lobby and restaurant as well
as provide better security and climate control in the building; and
WHEREAS, RBD has requested that CITY release a portion of the public pedestrian access
easement so that they are able to narrow the easement area from 25' to 12' and restrict access
between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.; and
WHEREAS, in exchange for this partial release of the easement, the Sheraton has agreed to pay
for 50% of the costs of improving the pedestrian access easement that currently runs along the
west side of its building; and
WHEREAS, said improvement to the west exterior easement area shall include additional lighting,
architectural features, way-finding signage and public art, which will enhance its attractiveness
and public safety; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held and said agreement is in the public interest.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA, that:
1. The Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the attached agreement for walkway
improvements and future partial release of the pedestrian access easement running through
the interior of 210 S. Dubuque Street, Iowa City, Iowa.
2. The City Clerk is directed to certify a copy of this resolution with the attached agreement to be
recorded at RBD's expense.
Passed and approved this day of
MAYOR
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2008.
CITY CLERK
ATTEST:
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Prep'd by: Sarah E. Holecek, First Asst. City Atty., 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240; 356-5030
AGREEMENT FOR WALKWAY IMPROVEMENTS AND FUTURE PARTIAL
RELEASE OF PEDESTRIAN ACCESS EASEMENT
This Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between. RBD Iowa City LLC, a
Delaware limited liability company, (hereinafter "RBD" and/ or "Owner") and the City
of Iowa City, an Iowa municipal corporation ("City").
WHEREAS, RBD is the current owner of the Sheraton Hotel located at 210
Dubuque Street in downtown Iowa City, Iowa; and
WHEREAS, to provide access between the Pedestrian Mall and Dubuque Street,
the City currently owns a public pedestrian access easement through the interior of the
hotel building that is approximately twenty-five feet (25') wide and open twenty-four
hours a day, seven days a week (24/x, as well as an exterior public pedestrian access
easement along the western wall of the building that is approximately twelve and one-
half feet (12.5') wide; and
WHEREAS, RBD wishes to expand and enhance the hotel lobby and restaurant
as well as provide better security and climate control in the building, and to that end,
requests that the City release a portion of the existing interior public pedestrian access
easement, reduce the width of same to approximately twelve feet (12'), and allow
controlled access through the easement area during overnight hours; and
WHEREAS, in exchange for the City releasing a portion of the interior public
,pedestrian access easement and allowing controlled access during overnight hours,
RBD will construct improvements within the area of the. released access easement and
participate in the design and cost of improving the existing exterior pedestrian access
easement; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to memorialize their agreement regarding their
respective responsibilities and duties for the design, construction, and maintenance of the
improvements to the exterior public pedestrian access easement, the terms and conditions
for the release of a portion of the existing interior access easement and t~ ~~nt of
authority to RBD to allow controlled access during overnight hours.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF THE MUTUAL COVENANTS,
CONDITIONS AND WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN, IT IS AGREED AS
FOLLOWS:
1. Partial Release of Interior Public Pedestrian Access Easement. Upon
completion of the improvements to the exterior public pedestrian access
easement located along the western wall of the building ("exterior easement"),
the City will release a portion of the interior public pedestrian access easement as
depicted on Exhibit "A"; public pedestrian access easement release plat, attached
hereto and incorporated herein, such that the remaining easement area will be
twelve foot (12') in width. The City will also release the obligation to provide
pedestrian access between the hours of 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. The City will retain all
other rights and interest in the interior easement area per the terms of the 1983
.Pedestrian Access Easement Agreement.
2. Authority to Temporarily Occupy Interior Public Pedestrian Access Easement
Prior to Release: Upon execution of this agreement, RBD may temporarily
occupy all but the easterly twelve feet (12') portion of the interior public
pedestrian access easement pending completion of the improvements to the
exterior easement and release as outlined above for the purposes of constructing
improvements within the interior of the hotel. In the event improvements to the
exterior easement are not completed by bE~L~T,i~]F'; the City shall have the
right to enforce all of its rights under the terms of the 1983 Pedestrian Access
Easement Agreement. ,including, but not limited to, the right to remove any and
all improvements that, in the City's sole determination, interfere with twenty-
four hour public pedestrian access within the interior public pedestrian access
easement area, including reoccupation of the 25' easement area by the public.
Should the City exercise its rights under the 1983 Pedestrian Access Easement
Agreement, the costs of removing any and all improvements within the interior
easement area shall be the responsibility of and borne by RBD.
3. Design, Construction and Cost Sharing of Improvements to and Public Art for
Exterior Public Pedestrian Access Easement. The parties shall cooperate,
participate and agree in the design of the improvements to the exterior public
pedestrian access easement, which shall include lighting, architectural features to
emphasize the walkway, way-finding signage and public art, prior to the
issuance of a building permit and/ or commencement of construction of said
improvements. The parties shall each pay 50% of the costs of such
improvements, including design costs, for the exterior public pedestrian access
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easement. City Council shall approve the final concept plans for said
improvements and advertise said plans for public bid as required by Iowa Code
Chapter 26.
4. Miscellaneous.
A. The provisions of this Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind the
successors and assigns of the respective parties hereto.
B. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed as creating or
granting rights to any third party which is not a signatory to this Agreement.
C. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and
supercedes all prior or contemporaneous written or oral communications,
understandings and agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. It is
expressly understood and agreed that this Agreement may not be altered,
amended, modified or otherwise changed in any respect except in writing duly
executed by authorized representatives of each of the parties.
D. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Iowa.
Dated this -day of September, 2008.
RBD IOWA CITY, LLC.
A Delaware limited liability company
CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA
By: RBD IOWA CITY HOLDINGS LLC, a
Delaware limited liability company, its
Sole Member
By: DIG Iowa City LLC, a Delaware
Limited liability company, its Manager
Rv~
John A. Beldon, President
Bv:
Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
Attest:
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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CITY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
STATE OF IOWA )
)ss:
JOHNSON COUNTY )
On this day of September, 2008, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public
in and for the above-named county and state, personally appeared Regenia D. Bailey
and Marian K. Karr, to me personally known, who being by me duly sworn, did say that
they are the Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, for the City of Iowa City, Iowa, executing
the within and foregoing instrument; that the seal attached thereto is the seal of said
corporation by authority of its .City Council; and that the said Mayor and City Clerk
acknowledged the execution of said instrument to be the voluntary act and deed of said
corporation, by it and by them voluntarily executed.
Notary Public in and for the
State of Iowa
RBD IOWA CITY LLC. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
STATE OF ~ )
)ss:
COUNTY OF )
On this day of September, 2008, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public
in and for the above-named county and state, personally appeared
to me personally known, who being by me duly
sworn, did say that they are for RBD IOWA CITY
LLC., executing the within and foregoing instrument by authority of
and that the said acknowledged
the execution of said instrument to be the voluntary act and deed of said
by it and by them voluntarily executed.
Notary Public in and for the
State of
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
MEMORANDUM
DATE: October 6, 2008
TO: City Council
FROM: Sarah E. Holecek, First Assistant City Attorney~-
RE: Sheraton Agreement for Walkway Improvements and Future Release of Pedestrian Access
Easement
As you know, after a recommendation by the Economic Development Committee, staff and RBD Iowa
City LLC, the owners of the downtown Sheraton Hotel, have been negotiating the terms of an
Agreement under which the City will release thirteen feet (13') of an existing twenty-five foot (25')
pedestrian access easement requiring access on a 24hr/7day basis through the interior of the Hotel in
return for 50% cost participation in improvements to the exterior pedestrian easement. The most recent
version of this agreement, to which we are awaiting comments from the Hotel, provides for the
following:
• Upon completion of the exterior improvements, the City will permanently release a portion of the
interior easement, reducing its width to twelve feet (12'); in connection with this release, the City will
also permanently release the Hotel's obligation to provide access on a 24hr/? day basis, allowing the
Hotel to control access between the hours of 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
• Prior to the completion of the exterior easement improvements and the above permanent releases,
the Hotel owners will be allowed to temporarily occupy the thirteen feet (13') of the interior easement to
be released to improve and enhance the lobby, its security and climate control; in the event the exterior
improvements are not completed, the City shall have the right to reoccupy the area and require the
Hotel to remove any and all improvements within the easement at their cost;
• The City and Hotel shall agree to the design and budget for improvements to the existing exterior
easement, which shall include lighting, architectural features, wayfinding signage and public art; plans
shall be approved by the City Council and each party shall contribute 50% of the costs of the exterior
improvements, not to exceed $150,000 each; upon approval of the plans, specifications and budget,
the project shall be publicly bid and construction shall be completed with eighteen (18) months of the
agreement
Cc: City Manager
City Clerk
City Attorney
Jeff Davidson, Director, PCD
Wendy Ford, Economic Development Coordinator
Prep'd by: Sarah E. Holecek, First Asst. City Atty., 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240; 356-5030
AGREEMENT FOR WALKWAY IMPROVEMENTS AND FUTURE RELEASE OF
PEDESTRIAN ACCESS EASEMENT
This Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between RBD Iowa City LLC, a
Delaware limited liability company, (hereinafter "RBD" and/ or "Owner") and the City
of Iowa City, an Iowa municipal corporation ("City").
WHEREAS, RBD is the current owner of the Sheraton Hotel located at 210
Dubuque Street in downtown Iowa City, Iowa (the "Hotel"); and
WHEREAS, in order to provide public pedestrian access between the Pedestrian
Mall and Dubuque Street, there exists a certain Pedestrian Access Easement Agreement
dated December 12, 1983, which is recorded at Book 726, Page 174, in the Recorder's
Office of Johnson County, Iowa (the "Easement Agreement"), that grants the City (i)
an interior pedestrian access easement through the interior of the Hotel that is
approximately twenty-five feet (25') wide and is open twenty-four hours a day, seven
days a week (24/7) (the "Interior Easement") and (ii) an exterior public pedestrian
access easement along the western wall of the Hotel that is approximately twelve and
one-half feet (12.5') wide and is open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
(24/7) (the "Exterior Easement"); and
WHEREAS, RBD desires to make certain improvements to the Hotel, including
but not limited to the expansion and enhancement of the lobby and the improvement of
security and climate control (collectively, the "Improvements"), and to that end,
requests that the City agree to amend the Easement Agreement to reduce the width of
.the Interior Easement from its present width to approximately twelve feet (12') and
allow the Hotel to close access through the Interior Easement between the hours of
11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.; and
WHEREAS, in exchange for the City's agreement to amend the Easement
Agreement as set forth in this Agreement, Owner will make the Improvements to the
Hotel, including but not limited to the area that is released from the Interior Easement,
and participate with the City in the design of improvements to the Exterior Easement
and fund along with the City a portion of the cost of making such improvements to the
Exterior Easement; and
WHEREAS, the parties to this Agreement desire to memorialize their agreement
regarding their respective responsibilities and duties for the design and construction of
the improvements to the Exterior Easement and the amendment of the Easement
Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF THE MUTUAL COVENANTS,
CONDITIONS AND WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN, IT IS AGREED AS
FOLLOWS:
1. Partial Release of Interior Easement. Upon completion of the improvements to
the Exterior Easement as set forth in Section 3 hereof, the City will permanently
release a portion of the Interior Easement thereby reducing the width of the
remaining easement area to approximately twelve feet (12') as depicted on
Exhibit "A", attached hereto and incorporated herein (the "Amended Interior
Easement"). In connection with the foregoing, the City will also release Owner's
obligation to provide pedestrian access through the Amended Interior Easement
between the hours of 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. seven days a week. The City will retain
all other rights and interest in the Amended Interior Easement as per the terms of
the Interior Easement as set forth in the Easement Agreement.
2. Authority to Temporarily Occupy Interior Easement Prior to Release: Upon
the execution of this Agreement by the parties, Owner may temporarily utilize
the area to be released from the Interior Easement for the purposes of
commencing the Improvements; provided, however, that in the event
improvements to the. Exterior Easement are not completed in accordance with
Section 3 herein, the City shall have the right to enforce all of its rights to the
Interior Easement as provided in the Easement Agreement, including, but not
limited to, the right to require Owner to remove any and all improvements
within the Interior Easement that, in the City's sole determination, interfere with
those rights, and the City may reoccupy the portion of the Interior Easement
temporarily occupied by Owner. Should the City exercise its rights under the
Easement Agreement by reason of Owner's failure to complete the
improvements to the Exterior Easement in accordance with Section 3, the costs of
removing any and all improvements within the Interior Easement shall be the
sole responsibility of and borne by Owner.
3. Design, Construction and Cost Sharing of Improvements to and Public Art for
Exterior Easement. The parties shall reasonably and in good faith cooperate,
participate and agree to the design and budget for the improvements to the
Exterior Easement, which improvements shall include lighting, architectural
features to emphasize the walkway, way-finding signage and public art (the
"Exterior Easement Improvements'), within ninety (90) days from the date
Owner first submits proposed design plans and a budget for said improvements.
The final Exterior Easement Improvements plan shall be approved by the City
Council as well as any other City agency whose approval may be required prior
to the issuance of a building permit and/or commencement of construction of
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the Exterior Easement Improvements. The City Council shall approve the final
plans and specifications for said Exterior Easement Improvements and advertise
said plans for public bid as required by Iowa Code Chapter 26. The City
Manager, or designee, shall approve all change orders, if necessary, which
approval shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. The parties agree to
each pay fifty percent (50%) of the costs of the final approved Exterior Easement
Improvements plans and specificiations, including but not limited to design
costs, up to a maximum contribution of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars
($150,000) for each party. The parties further agree to cooperate together in good
faith to complete the Exterior Easement Improvements as soon as is reasonably
possible following the date of this Agreement but in no event later than eighteen
(18) months following the date hereof (the "Outside Completion Date"), subject
only to weather delays or other conditions or events not reasonably foreseen or
within the control of the parties that may cause the date of completion to be
extended beyond the Outside Completion Date. Owner shall have the right in its
discretion to complete the Exterior Easement Improvements in accordance with
the final approved plans, specificiations and budget and upon completion
thereof, the City shall permanently release the portion of the Interior Easement as
described in Section 1 of this Agreement.
4. Miscellaneous.
A. The provisions of this Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind the
successors and assigns of the respective parties hereto.
B. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed as creating or
granting rights to any third party which is not a signatory to this Agreement.
C. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and
supersedes all prior or contemporaneous written or oral communications,
understandings and agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. It is
expressly understood and agreed that this Agreement may not be altered,
amended, modified or otherwise changed in any respect except in writing duly
executed by authorized representatives of each of the parties.
D. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Iowa.
Signatures on the following page.
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Dated this _ day of October 2008.
RBD IOWA CITY LLC.
a Delaware limited liability company
By: RBD IOWA CITY HOLDINGS LLC, a
Delaware limited liability company, its
Sole Member
By: DIG Iowa City LLC, a Delaware
limited liability company, its Manager
By:
John A. Belden, President
CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA
Bv:
Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
Attest:
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
CITY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
STATE OF IOWA )
)ss:
JOHNSON COUNTY )
On this day of October, 2008, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in
and for the above-named county and state, personally appeared Regenia D. Bailey and
Marian K. Karr, to me personally known, who being by me duly sworn, did say that they
are the Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, for the City of Iowa City, Iowa, executing the
within and foregoing instrument; that the seal attached thereto is the seal of said
corporation by authority of its City Council; and that the said Mayor and City Clerk
acknowledged the execution of said instrument to be the voluntary act and deed of said
corporation, by it and by them voluntarily executed.
Notary Public in and for the
State of Iowa
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RBD IOWA CITY LLC. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
STATE OF TENNESSEE )
)ss:
COUNTY OF SHELBY )
On this day of October, 2008, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in
and for the above-named county and state, personally appeared John A. Belden, to me
personally known, who being by me duly sworn, did say that he is the President of RBD
IOWA CITY LLC., executing the within and foregoing instrument by authority of RBD
IOWA CITY LLC and that the said John A. Belden acknowledged the execution of said
instrument to be the voluntary act and deed of said limited liability company, by it and
by him voluntarily executed.
Notary Public in and for the
State of Tennessee
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Prep'd by: Sarah E. Holecek, Fir~t Asst. City Atty., 410 E. Washington St., Iowa Cit~, IA 52240; 356-5030
AGREEMENT FOR W LKWAY IMPROVEMENTS AND FUT RE PARTIAL
RELEASE F PEDESTRIAN ACCESS EASEME T
This Agreement ("Agr ment") is entered into betwee .RBD Iowa City LLC, a
Delaware limited liability com any, (hereinafter "RBD" and or "Owner") and the City
of Iowa City, an Iowa municipal corporation ("City").
WHEREAS, RBD is the c rrent owner of th Sheraton Hotel located at 210
Dubuque Street in downtown Iow City, Iowa; and
WHEREAS, to provide acces between t Pedestrian Mall and Dubuque Street,
the City currently owns a public ped si
hotel building that is approximately
hours a day, seven days a week (24/ 7
easement along the western wall of the
half feet (12.5') wide; and
a ess easement through the interior of the
five feet (25') wide and open twenty-four
well as an exterior public pedestrian access
lding that is approximately twelve and one-
WHEREAS, RBD wishes to expand n
as well as provide better securi and clim tE
requests that the City release portion of th
easement, reduce the widt of same to app
controlled access through t e easement area d
t enhance the hotel lobby and restaurant
control in the building, and to that end,
existing interior public pedestrian access
roximately twelve feet (12'), and allow
~ing overnight hours; and
WHEREAS, in e change for the City rel sing a portion of the interior public
pedestrian access eas ment and allowing contro ed access during overnight hours,
RBD will construct i provements within the area f the released access easement and
participate in the sign and cost of improving the xisting exterior pedestrian access
easement; and
WHER S, the parties wish to memorialize the agreement regarding their
respective res onsibilities and duties for the design, construc 'on, and maintenance of the
improvemen s to the exterior public pedestrian access easement, the terms and conditions
for the release of a portion of the existing interior access easement and t~e ~~nt of
authority to RBD to allow controlled access during overnight hours.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF THE MUTUAL COVENANTS,
CONDITIONS AND WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN, IT IS AGREED AS
FOLLOWS: ~-~
1. Partial Release of Interior Public
completion of the improvements to
easement located along the western w
the City will release a portion of the into
depicted on Exhibit "A", public pedes
hereto and incorporated herein, such
twelve foot (12') in width. The City
pedestrian access between the hours o
other rights and interest in the interio
Pedestrian Access Easement Agreeme
edestrian Access Easeme t. Upon
he exterior public pedestria access
11 of the building ("exterior eas ment"),
_rior public pedestrian access ea ment as
ian access easement release pla ,attached
hat the remaining easement ea will be
ill also release the obligati to provide
11 p.m. and 6 a.m. The Ci will retain all
easement .area per the rms of the 1983
2. Authority to Ternporarily Occupy In
Prior to Release: Upon execution o
occupy all but the easterly twelve E
pedestrian access easement pending
exterior easement and release as outlin
improvements within the interior of th
exterior easement are not completed
right to enforce all of its rights under
Easement Agreement. ,including, but
all improvements that, in the City's o.
four hour public pedestrian acces witl
easement area, including reoccu ation
Should the City exercise its ri is undo
Agreement, the costs of rem~ving any z
easement area shall be the x~sponsibility
for Public Pede ian Access Easement
this agreeme ,RBD may temporarily
~t (12') por on of the interior public
~mpletion of the improvements to the
1 above or the purposes of constructing
hotel In the event improvements to the
~ ~ADLINE? the City shall have the
terms of the 1983 Pedestrian Access
t limited to, the right to remove any and
e determination, interfere with twenty-
'n the interior public pedestrian access
f the 25' easement area by the public.
the 1983 Pedestrian Access Easement
n all improvements within the interior
o and borne by RBD.
3. Design, Construction grid Cost Sharing o Improvements to and Public Art for
Exterior Public Pedestrian Access Ease ent. The parties shall cooperate,
participate and agree in the design of the provements to the exterior public
pedestrian access easement, which shall incl de lighting, architectural features to
emphasize the walkway, way-finding sign ge and public art, prior to the
issuance of a wilding permit and/or Comm ncement of construction of said
improvement . The parties shall each p y 50% of the costs of such
improvemen s, including design costs, for the terior public pedestrian access
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easement. City Council shall approve the final concept plans for said
improvements and advertise said plans for public bid as .reed by Iowa Code
Chapter 26. ~~ ~'
4. Miscellaneous.
A. The provisions of this Agreement
successors and assigns of the respective
B. Nothing contained in this ~
granting rights to any third party w
C. This Agreement constitutes
supercedes all prior or contemn
understandings and agreements v
expressly understood and agree
amended, modified or otherwise c
executed by authorized representa
D. This Agreement shall be
Dated this _ day of
RBD IOWA CITY, LLC.
A Delaware limited liability co any
By: RBD IOWA CITY HOLDI GS LLC, a
Delaware limited liability co pany, its
Sole Member
By: DIG Iowa City LLC,/a Delaware
Limited liability comp y, its Manager
By:
John A. Beldon, Pre ident
inure to the ber4efit of and bind the
hereto.
~ment shall be construed as creating or
is not a sign ory to this Agreement.
ie entire agr ment between the parties and
raneous w itten or oral communications,
h respec to the subject matter hereof. It is
that t 's Agreement may not be altered,
Inge in any respect except in writing duly
~es each of the parties.
by the laws of the State of Iowa.
OF IOWA CITY, IOWA
D. Bailey, Mayor
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Attest:
Marian
Karr, City Clerk
CITY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
STATE OF IOWA )
)ss:
JOHNSON COUNTY )
On this day of September, 0
in and for the above-named county a d
and Marian K. Karr, to me personally n
they are the Mayor and City Clerk, resp c
the within and foregoing instrument; t
corporation by authority of its City Co
acknowledged the execution of said instr
corporation, by it and by them voluntarily
/,
08, before me, the undersigned, a 1~iotary Public
state, personally appeared Reg~enia D. Bailey
own, who being by me duly sw rn, did say that
tively, for the City of Iowa Ci ,Iowa, executing
at the seal attached thereto is the seal of said
ncil; and that the said yor and City Clerk
ent to be the volunt v act and deed of said
otary P lic in and for the
ate of owa
STATE OF
COUNTY OF
On this
in and for
RBD IOWA CITY LLC.
)ss:
day of September, 08, before me,
the a
sworn, did say that they are
LLC., executing the ~
the execution of said
ounty and
to me personally
~n and foregoing
that the said
EMENT
undersigned, a Notary Public
ate, personally appeared
n, who being by me duly
for RBD IOWA CITY
.ru ent by authority of
acknowledged
~ument to be the voluntary t and deed of said
it and by them voluntarily execute .
Notary Public in and Apr the
State of
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Prepared by: Sarah Holecek, 1St Asst. City Atty., 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5030
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT FOR WALKWAY IMPROVEMENTS AND FUTURE
PARTIAL RELEASE OF PEDESTRIAN ACCESS EASEMENT ON .210 SOUTH DUBUQUE
STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
WHEREAS, the City f Iowa City ("City") currently owns a public pedestrian access easement
through the interior oft a Sheraton Hotel building, that is approximately twenty-five feet (25') wide
and open twenty-four urs a day, seven days a week (24/7), as well as an exterior public
pedestrian access easem nt along the western wall of the building that is approximately twelve
and one-half feet (12.5') wi ;and
WHEREAS, RBD Iowa City LL , ("RBD") current owner of the heraton Hotel building, located at
210 South Dubuque Street, wish s to expand and enhance th hotel lobby and restaurant as well
as provide better security and clim a control in the building; a
WHEREAS, RBD has requested tha CITY release a
easement so that they are able to Harr w the easement
between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.; and
WHEREAS, in exchange for this partial rele a of the
for 50% of the costs of improving the pedest 'an acc
west side of its building; and /
~ of the public pedestrian access
from 25' to 12' and restrict access
ement, the Sheraton has agreed to pay
easement that currently runs along the
WHEREAS, said improvement to the west exterior asement area shall include additional lighting,
architectural features, way-finding signage and u lic art, which will enhance its attractiveness
and public safety; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held a d said agr ement is in the public interest.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY R OLVED BY T E CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA, that:
1. The Mayor and City Clerk are here authorized to sign tr
improvements and future partial r ease of the pedestrian
the interior of 210 S. Dubuque Str et, Iowa City, Iowa.
2. The City Clerk is directed to
recorded at RBD's expense.
a copy of this resolution with
Passed and approved this
ed agreement for walkway
easement running through
attached resolution to be
day of , 2008.
MAYOR
Appr d y
ity A rney' ~ e _zy~8
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
. ~ _ ,~
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Prep'd by: Sarah E. Holecek, First Asst. City Atty., 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52240; 356-5030
AGREEMENT FO WALKWAY IMPROVEMEN SAND FUTURE PARTIAL
RELE E OF PEDESTRIAN ACCE S EASEMENT
This Agreement ("A ement") is entered i to between RBD Iowa City LLC, a
Delaware limited liability com ny, (hereinafter " BD" and/or "Owner') and the City
of Iowa City, an Iowa municipal rporation ("Cit ").
WHEREAS, RBD is the cur nt owner f the Sheraton Hotel located at 210
Dubuque Street in downtown Iowa Ci ,Iowa; nd
WHEREAS, to provide access bet
the City currently owns a public pedest~
hotel building that is approximately tw
hours a day, seven days a week (24/ 7),
easement along the western wall of the/
half feet (12.5') wide; and /
r~ the Pedestrian Mall and Dubuque Street,
access easement through the interior of the
-five feet (25') wide and open twenty-four
11 as an exterior public pedestrian access
~i that is approximately twelve and one-
WHEREAS, RBD wishes to pand and e ance the hotel lobby and restaurant
as well as provide better security nd climate con 1 in the building, and to that end,
requests that the City release a p tion of the existin interior public pedestrian access
easement, reduce the width of ame to approximat ly twelve feet (12'), and allow
controlled access through the ea ment area during ove fight hours; and
WHEREAS, in exchan for the City releasing a ortion of the interior public
pedestrian access easement nd allowing controlled acc s during overnight hours,
RBD will construct improv ents within the area of the re ased access easement and
participate in the design d cost of improving the existing exterior pedestrian access
easement; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to memorialize their agr ement regarding their
respective responsibilities and duties for the design, construction, and maintenance of the
improvements to the exterior public pedestrian access easement, the terms and conditions
for the release of a portion of the existing interior access easement and t~~ 'ant of ~~
authority to RBD to allow controlled access during overnight hours.
NOW, THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF THE MUTUAL COVENANTS,
CONDITIONS AND WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN, IT IS AGREED AS
FOLLOWS:
1. Partial Release of Interior Public Pedestrian Access Easement. Upon
comple 'on of the improvements to the exterior public pede ian access
easement ocated along the western wall of the building ("exteri r easement"),
the City wi elease a portion of the interior public pedestrian a ess easement as
depicted on E ibit "A", public pedestrian access easement re ase plat, attached
hereto and inco orated herein, such that the remaining e sement area will be
twelve foot (12') width. The City will also release th obligation to provide
pedestrian access be een the hours of 11 p.m. and 6 a. .The City will retain all
other rights and inter st in the interior easement ar per the terms of the 1983
Pedestrian Access Ease ent Agreement.
2. Authority to Temporarily Occupy Interior P lic Pedestrian Access Easement
Prior to Release: Upon e ecution of thi agreement, RBD may temporarily
occupy all but the easterly twelve fe (12') portion of the interior public
pedestrian access easement p ding ompletion of the improvements to the
exterior easement and release as u ned above for the purposes of constructing
improvements within the interior the hotel. In the event improvements to the
exterior easement are not co let by DEADLINE?, the City shall have the
right to enforce all of its ri is and the terms of the 1983 Pedestrian Access
Easement Agreement. , in uding, but n t limited to, the right to remove any and
all improvements that, n the City's sol determination, interfere with twenty-
four hour public pe strian access withi the interior public pedestrian access
easement area, in ding reoccupation of e 25' easement area by the public.
Should the City xercise its rights under th 1983 Pedestrian Access Easement
Agreement, the costs of removing any and al improvements within the interior
easement area shall be the responsibility of and orne by RBD.
3. Design, Construction and Cost Sharing of Imp vements to and Public Art for
Exterior Public Pedestrian Access Easement. The parties shall cooperate,
participate and agree in the design of the im ovements to the exterior public
pedestrian access easement, which shall include lighting, architectural features to
emphasize the walkway, way-finding signage and public art, prior to the
issuance of a building permit and/or commencement of construction of said
improvements. The parties shall each pay 50% of the costs of such
improvements, including design costs, for the exterior public pedestrian access
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easement. City Council shall approve the final concept plans for said
improvements and advertise said plans for public bid as required by Iowa Code
Chapter 26.
4. Miscellaneous.
A. The provisions of this Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind the
successors and assigns of the respective parties hereto.
B. Noth g contained in this Agreement shall be construed as creating or
granting right to any third party which is not a signatory to this Agreement.
C. This Agree ent constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and
supersedes all pri r or contemporaneous written or "ral communications,
understandings and eements with respect to the sub'ect matter hereof. It is
expressly understood nd agreed that this Agree nt may not be altered,
amended, modified or o erwise changed in any re ect except in writing duly
executed by authorized re esentatives of each oft e parties.
D. This Agreement shall b governed by t laws of the State of Iowa.
Dated this _ day of September,
RBD IOWA CITY, LLC.
A Delaware limited liability
CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA
By: RBD IOWA CITY HOLDING LLC, a
Delaware limited liability com any, its
Sole Member
By: DIG Iowa City C, a Delaware
Limited liability ompany, its Manager
Bv:
John A. Beldon, President
D. Bailey, Mayor
A
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K. Karr, City Clerk
CITY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
STATE OF IOWA )
)ss:
JOHNSON COUNTY )
On this day of September, 2008, bef re me, the undersigned, a Notary Public
in and for the above-named county and state, ersonally appeared Regenia D. Bailey
and Marian K. Karr, to me personally known, w o being by me duly sworn, did say that
they are the Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, or the City of Iowa City, Iowa, executing
the withiri~ nd foregoing instrument; that the seal attached thereto is the seal of said
corporation authority of its City Council; and that the said Mayor and City Clerk
acknowledged e execution of said instrum t to be the voluntary act and deed of said
corporation, by it nd by them voluntarily e ecuted.
Notary Public in and for the
State of Iowa
RBD IOW
STATE OF )
)ss:
COUNTY OF )
On this day of Sel
in and for the above/
sworn, did say that they
LLC., executing the
the execution of said
to me
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public
1 and state, personally appeared
~e onally known, who being by me duly
for RBD IOWA CITY
/within and foregoi instrument by authority of
and that the said acknowledged
instrument to be the vo untary act and deed of said
by it and by them voluntari executed.
Notary Publ ~n and for the
State of
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Marian Karr
From: d. harris [cwcrrr@yahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2008 11:47 AM
To: Council; opinion@press-citizen.com
Subject: Sheraton Requests
we request that the Iowa City City Council deny the Sheraton's request for public
assistance and to restrict access to and reduce the public easement that was Dubuque
Street before the hotel was built for the following reasons:
1. This request is in violation of resolution 83-393 Pedestrian Access Easement Agreement
signed 12 December 1983 (filed 31 August 1984) by the City of Iowa City and Mid-City Hotel
Associates:
[numbering from original document]
"2. Nature and Extent of Easement. Hotel Associates hereby grants to the
City, for the benefit of the City a permanent nonexclusive easement for
pedestrian access over and across the easement area. Such easement shall be perpetual,
nonexclusive and provide 24-hours access for pedestrian traffic.
3. Maintenance. Hotel Associates agrees to maintain the westerly most portion of the
easement area which is located adjacent to the exterior of the hotel facility and Hotel
Associates agrees to maintain the easterly most portion of the easement area which is
located in the interior of the hotel facility."
2. The hotel request to use the easement differently includes requesting more public
assistance money to modify the exterior easement. As agreed in resolution 83-393, the
maintenance of that area is the hotel's responsibility.
To date they have done little to maintain that area. Pedestrians use the interior walkway
rather than that exterior walkway for a variety of reasons including safety.
3. A hotel representative stated that closing the public easement "eliminates/reduces
incidents of raucous activity." However, no other business has the option of eliminating
or reducing raucous activity by closing a public area.
4. If the ATM is what draws the raucous crowds, the hotel could choose to remove it.
5. A hotel representative stated that "easy and safe access to the Pedestrian Mall remains
available through exterior easement 24/7". That exterior walkway is neither easy nor safe.
In addition, as per agreement 83-393 above, it is the hotel's responsibility to maintain
that area and they have failed to do so.
6. A hotel representative stated that closing the interior walkway between lOpm and Gam
"does not inconvenience retailers, citizens or residents in off business hours." Of course
blocking or narrowing that access would inconvenience citizens of all sorts. In addition
closing the easement would block easy access to the downtown area south of Burlington
Street that the city has plans to develop.
Please do not accede to the Sheraton's request to close or narrow the public access nor
provide additional public financing to property owners that have not followed the
agreement currently on record.
Diana Harris
1025 E. Davenport Street
Iowa City, IA 52245
cwcrrrc~yahoo.com
Feather Lacy
3 Washington Place
Iowa City, IA 52245
flacy@pobox.com 1