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Prepared by: Karen Howard, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5251 (REZ16-00002)
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE CONDITIONALLY REZONING PROPERTY FROM INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (CI -1)
ZONE AND PUBLIC (P-1) TO RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS — SOUTH GILBERT DISTRICT (RFC -SG)
ZONE FOR APPROXIMATELY 8.52 ACRES LOCATED AT 1225 S. GILBERT STREET, 1301 S.
GILBERT STREET, AND 1201 S. GILBERT STREET. (REZ16-00002)
WHEREAS, 1225 Gilbert, LLC, Pleasant Valley, LP, and 1201 Gilbert LLC, collective owners of a tract of
land located on South Gilbert Street, desire to redevelop said tract and therefore have requested it be zoned
Riverfront Crossings — South Gilbert (RFC -SG) subject to the same conditions imposed to meet public needs
created by this zoning action;
WHEREAS,
Commercial (C
property I 1) Zone and Neighborhood Publily described as 1225 South c
( Street and 1301 S. Gilbert are currently
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WHEREAS, the property locally described as 1201 S. Gilbert Street is currently zoned RFC -SG subject
to certain conditions, including one that established the location of a future pedestrian street, which the
Owners now desire to relocate in alignment with 2nd Street to accommodate the cohesive redevelopment of
the tract, which will include the adaptive re -use of an existing building at 1225 S. Gilbert Street; and
WHEREAS, the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan was adopted in January 2013 as an
integral part of the City's Comprehensive Plan and the subject properties are located in the South Gilbert
Subdistrict of the Riverfront Crossings District; and
WHEREAS, the RFC -SG Zone is one of the primary tools being used to transform the auto -dependent,
sometimes quasi -industrial properties in the South Gilbert Subdistrict of Riverfront Crossings, into a new
walkable, mixed-use neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, the RFC -SG Zone allows redevelopment that will create a more pedestrian -friendly
character along Gilbert Street by establishing more space and amenities along the street for pedestrians,
creating a place where people will feel safe and comfortable walking, tempering auto -dominated frontages by
locating buildings closer to the street with parking behind or to the side of buildings, and creating a place
where people can live close to the Iowa River, Ralston Creek and the new riverfront park, and to shopping,
restaurants, and other services; and
WHEREAS, the rezoning of these properties is a desirable step in achieving the vision of the Riverfront
Crossings Master Plan; and
WHEREAS, the increased density of residential living and mix of uses allowed with the RFC -SG zoning
will result in the need for an improved "public realm," including better street connections that create
developable frontage areas for new buildings, safer and more attractive areas for people to walk and bike,
usable open space, and the possibility for green infrastructure to address quantity and quality of stormwater
run-off appropriate to an urban neighborhood adjacent to Ralston Creek and the new Riverfront Crossings
Park; and
WHEREAS, the requested rezoning will result in a significant increase in the residential population in the
area, which will increase the pedestrian and bicycle traffic along Gilbert Street and along planned pedestrian
streets that provide access to the new park, trails, and the Iowa River and, therefore, additional public right-
of-way and access easements for planned pedestrian streets, for widening pedestrian areas along Gilbert
Street, and for access to parking areas interior to the block will be needed to ensure public safety and to
provide a more attractive environment for residential living; and
WHEREAS, the request to shift the previously designated pedestrian street north to align with 2nd Street
is an equally desirable location for the east -west pedestrian street connection from Gilbert Street to the new
Riverfront Park; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the proposed rezoning and relocation of
the pedestrian street location and determined that they comply with the Comprehensive Plan, provided: land
is dedicated to the City to widen the Gilbert Street right-of-way to create a larger landscape buffer between
the traffic lanes and the public sidewalk, and to establish a buffer and pedestrian area along the Ralston
Creek frontage; public access easements are granted to establish a rear lane for vehicular access to parking
areas and future traffic circulation between neighboring properties and to establish a pedestrian street that
aligns with 2"d Street; and to require that the tract of land be subdivided prior to issuance of any building
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permit for any portion of the tract to establish the aforementioned street, alley, and block pattern anticipated
in the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan; and
WHEREAS, Iowa Code §414.5 (2015) 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 Owners have agreed that the property shall be developed in accordance with the terms
and conditions of the Conditional Zoning Agreement attached hereto, to satisfy public needs caused by the
requested development 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, that property legally described below is hereby zoned Riverfront Crossings — South Gilbert (RFC -SG):
1201 S. Gilbert Street
A PORTION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 15,
TOWNSHIP 79 NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST, OF THE FIFTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IOWA CITY,
JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, INCLUDING A PORTION OF VACATED BLOCKS THREE AND SIX OF
COOK'S, SARGENT, AND DOWNEY'S ADDITION, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
Commencing at the Northeast Corner of Vacated Block Three, of Cook's, Sargent, and Downey's
Addition to Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, in accordance with the Plat thereof Recorded in Deed Book
16, at Page 84, of the Records of the Johnson County Recorder's Office; Thence S01 001'45"E, along the
West Line of Gilbert Street, 80.00 feet, to The Point of Beginning; Thence continuing S01 001'45"E along
said West Line, 360.00 feet; Thence S88041'01 "W, 450.00 feet; Thence N08000'1 VE, 445.88 feet, to a
Point on the Westerly Extension of the North Line of said Vacated Block Three; Thence N88041'01 "E,
along said Westerly Extension and North Line, 260.00 feet; Thence S01 °01'45"E, 80.00 feet; Thence
N88-41 '01"E. 120.00 feet, to the Point of Beginning. Said Rezoning Parcel contains 3.97 Acres (172,998
square feet), and is subject to easements and restrictions of record.
1225 & 1301 S. Gilbert Street
A parcel of land in Government Lot 3 in the SW1/4 of Section 15 T79N R6W of the 5th PM in Iowa City,
Johnson County, Iowa, said parcel being particularly described as follows. Beginning at a point (the point
of beginning) being 440 feet south of the northeast corner of Block 3 in Cook, Sargent and Downey's
Addition to Iowa City, Iowa, and on the west line of Gilbert Street (formerly Linn Street and formerly Cook
Street) thence south along the west line of Gilbert Street to the intersection of the west line of Gilbert
Street and a line which lies 110 feet normally distant northeasterly of and parallel to the centerline of
primary road No US 6, thence northwesterly along a line 110 feet normally distant northeasterly of and
parallel to the centerline of said primary road No US 6 to the easterly bank of Ralston Creek, thence
northerly along the easterly bank of Ralston Creek a point that is 450 feet west of the point of beginning,
thence east 450 feet along a line parallel with and 440 feet south of the north line of Block 3 in Cook,
Sargent and Downey's Addition to the point of beginning.
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(s) and the
City, following passage and approval of this Ordinance.
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.
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Passed and approved this _ day of 2016.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
App oved by
City Attorneys Office X04711(-
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It was moved by and seconded by_
Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAIN:
Botchway
Cole
Dickens
Mims
Taylor
Thomas
Throgmorton
First Consideration 11/15/2016
Voteforpassage: AYES: Cole, Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas
Botchway. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Throgmorton.
Second Consideration _
Vote for passage:
Date published
that the
Prepared by: Karen Howard, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5251 (REZ16-00002)
CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made among the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal corporation
(hereinafter "City"), and 1225 Gilbert, LLC, Pleasant Valley, LP, and 1201 Gilbert LLC,
(collectively referred to hereinafter as "Owners").
WHEREAS, Owners are the collective legal title holders of approximately 8.52 acres of
property located at 1201 S. Gilbert Street, 1225 S. Gilbert Street, and 1301 S. Gilbert Street in
Iowa City; and
WHEREAS, the Owners have requested the rezoning of property at 1225 S. Gilbert
Street and 1301 S. Gilbert Street from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) and Neighborhood Public
(P-1) to Riverfront Crossings — South Gilbert (RFC -SG); and to modify the location of a
pedestrian street established pursuant to a conditional zoning agreement for property at 1201 S.
Gilbert Street; and
WHEREAS, Iowa Code §414.5 (2015) 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 increased density of residential living and mix of uses allowed with the
RFC -SG zoning will result in the need for an improved "public realm," including better street
connections that create developable frontage areas for new buildings, safer and more attractive
areas for people to walk and bike, usable open space, and the possibility for green infrastructure
to address quantity and quality of stormwater run-off appropriate to an urban neighborhood
adjacent to Ralston Creek and the new Riverfront Crossings Park; and
WHEREAS, the requested rezoning will result in a significant increase in the residential
population in the area, which will increase the pedestrian and bicycle traffic along Gilbert Street
and along planned pedestrian streets that provide access to the new park, trails, and the Iowa
River and, therefore, additional public right-of-way and access easements for planned pedestrian
streets, for widening pedestrian areas along Gilbert Street, and for access to parking areas interior
to the block will be needed to ensure public safety and to provide a more attractive environment
for residential living; and
WHEREAS, certain conditions and restrictions are reasonable to ensure the
development of the property is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, including the need for
a safe, attractive, and comfortable environment for residential living; access to parks, trails, and
public space amenities; and improved pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular routes; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has determined that, with appropriate
conditions to ensure an appropriate environment for residential living, including access to
parks, trails and public space amenities, improved pedestrian and bicycle safety and comfort
and to provide for safe traffic circulation upon redevelopment, the requested zoning is consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the high percentage of housing cost -burdened households is the most
common housing problem within the City of Iowa City, and one of the primary areas where people
face housing affordability challenges is near the University campus and the City's urban core; and,
WHEREAS, The Riverfront Crossings District is well -situated to support a mix of housing
due to its close proximity to downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus, its existing
and planned mix of uses, convenient access to public transit and municipal parking facilities; and,
WHEREAS, the Riverfront Crossings Form Based Code is intended to encourage a
walkable, pedestrian -friendly area where residents can work, live and play, and will increase the
need for housing that is affordable to the workforce; and
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WHEREAS, the rezoning to RFC -SG will allow mixed-use development, including
residential uses, at a density not previously permitted; and,
WHEREAS, the Riverfront Crossings Form Based Code requires that upon a rezoning to
a riverfront crossings zoning designation, the property owner must enter into an agreement with
the city to establish which method or methods the Developer will use to provide the required
affordable housing.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, the parties
agree as follows:
Owners are the collective the legal title holders of the property legally described as
follows:
A PORTION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF
SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 79 NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST, OF THE FIFTH PRINCIPAL
MERIDIAN, IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, INCLUDING A PORTION OF
VACATED BLOCKS THREE AND SIX OF COOK'S, SARGENT, AND DOWNEY'S
ADDITION, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: Commencing at the Northeast Corner of
Vacated Block Three, of Cook's, Sargent, and Downey's Addition to Iowa City, Johnson
County, Iowa, in accordance with the Plat thereof Recorded in Deed Book 16, at Page
84, of the Records of the Johnson County Recorder's Office; Thence S01 °01'45"E, along
the West Line of Gilbert Street, 80.00 feet, to The Point of Beginning; Thence continuing
S01°01'45"E along said West Line, 360.00 feet; Thence S88°41'01"W, 450.00 feet;
Thence N08°00'11 "E, 445.88 feet, to a Point on the Westerly Extension of the North Line
of said Vacated Block Three; Thence N88°41'01"E, along said Westerly Extension and
North Line, 260.00 feet; Thence S01001'45"E, 80.00 feet; Thence N88°41'01"E, 120.00
feet, to the Point of Beginning. Said Rezoning Parcel contains 3.97 Acres (172,998
square feet), and is subject to easements and restrictions of record.
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A parcel of land in Government Lot 3 in the SW1/4 of Section 15 T79N R6W of the 5th
PM in Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, said parcel being particularly described as
follows. Beginning at a point (the point of beginning) being 440 feet south of the
northeast comer of Block 3 in Cook, Sargent and Downey's Addition to Iowa City, Iowa,
and on the west line of Gilbert Street (formerly Linn Street and formerly Cook Street)
thence south along the west line of Gilbert Street to the intersection of the west line of
Gilbert Street and a line which lies 110 feet normally distant northeasterly of and parallel
to the centerline of primary road No US 6, thence northwesterly along a line 110 feet
normally distant northeasterly of and parallel to the centerline of said primary road No
US 6 to the easterly bank of Ralston Creek, thence northerly along the easterly bank of
Ralston Creek a point that is 450 feet west of the point of beginning, thence east 450
feet along a line parallel with and 440 feet south of the north line of Block 3 in Cook,
Sargent and Downey's Addition to the point of beginning.
2. The Owners acknowledge that the City wishes to ensure conformance to the principles
of the Comprehensive Plan, including the South Gilbert Subdistrict of the Downtown and
Riverfront Crossings Master Plan, and the Owners intend to comply therewith. Further,
the parties acknowledge that Iowa Code §414.5 (2015) provides that the City of Iowa
City may impose reasonable conditions on granting a rezoning request, over and above
the existing regulations, in order to satisfy public needs caused by the requested
change.
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3. In consideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, Owners agree that
development of the subject property will conform to all requirements of the zoning
chapter, as well as the following conditions:
a. Prior to issuance of any occupancy permit, land shall be dedicated along South
Gilbert Street to improve conditions along the street necessary for the increase in
pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists anticipated with the rezoning according to
the goals and objectives of the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. The ROW
dedication shall be 40 feet in depth along the frontage of properties locally
described as 1225 S. Gilbert and 1201 S. Gilbert Street. To accommodate
adequate pedestrian space along the street near the intersection with U.S.
Highway 6, dedication shall be 50 feet in depth along the frontage of property
locally known as 1301 S. Gilbert Street. The Owners may continue to use any
portion of the dedicated right-of-way pursuant to an agreement with the City for
temporary use of right-of-way, until such time as Gilbert Street is improved or
when properties along Gilbert Street are redeveloped, whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to issuance of any occupancy permit, a strip of land 30 feet in depth as
measured from the top of the bank of Ralston Creek along all properties
described above shall be dedicated to the City, which shall be cleared of any
existing structures and materials at Owner's expense once the business currently
operating at 1301 S. Gilbert Street ceases operation.
c. Prior to issuance of a building permit for any new building on any of the subject
properties, a final plat shall be approved that establishes a private street that
extends west from Gilbert Street to the 30 -foot Ralston Creek pedestrian street
established pursuant to Paragraph 3b above. This street must align with 2nd
Street and have a minimum 60 -foot right-of-way for the pedestrian street portion
and 80 feet for the vehicular portion. In addition, the final plat shall establish a 30 -
foot wide cross -access easement in a location parallel to and west of Gilbert
Street in a manner that will provide adequate lot depth for new buildings that front
on Gilbert Street in compliance with the RFC -SG Zone, safe and adequate traffic
circulation, and access to parking according to the Riverfront Crossings Master
Plan. This public cross -access easement must be designed as a private rear
alley that provides access to parking areas located behind buildings, as
illustrated in the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan and according to the RFC -SG
zoning standards.
d. Owner.shall satisfy the affordable housing obligations imposed pursuant to Iowa
City Code of Ordinances 14-2G-8 through the provision of on-site owner -
occupied dwelling units, on-site rental dwelling units, and the payment of a fee in
lieu of the remaining dwelling units not provided on-site or as otherwise agreed to
between Owner and the City in an affordable housing agreement entered into
prior to issuance of a building permit for development of any portion of the above-
described property.
4. The conditions contained herein are reasonable conditions to impose on the land under
Iowa Code §414.5 (2015), and that said conditions satisfy public needs that are caused
by the requested zoning change.
5. In the event the subject property is transferred, sold, redeveloped, or subdivided, all
development will conform with the terms of this Conditional Zoning Agreement.
6. This Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to be a covenant running with the
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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,
7. This agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind all successors, representatives, and
assigns of the parties.
8. 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.
9. 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 Owners' expense.
Dated this day of / L�Glfghw-) '2016.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
James Throgmorton, Mayor
Attest:
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Approved by:
City Attorney's Office
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By: Pleasant Valley, LP
CITY OF IOWA CITY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
STATE OF IOWA
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JOHNSON COUNTY
This instrument was acknowledged before me on , 2016 by James
Throgmorton and Marian K. Karr as Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, of the City of Iowa City.
Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa
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Prepared by: Karen Howard, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5251 (REZ16-00002)
CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made among the City of Iowa City, to 'a, a municipal corporation
(hereinafter "City"), and 1225 Gilbert, LLC, Pleasant Valley, P, and 1201 Gilbert LLC,
(collectively referred to hereinafter as "Owners").
WHEREAS, Owners are the collective legal title holders o approximately 8.52 acres of
property located at 1201 S. Gilbert Street, 1225 S. Gilbert Street and 1301 S. Gilbert Street in
Iowa City; and
WHEREAS, the Owners hav requested the rezoning of property at 1225 S. Gilbert
Street and 1301 S. Gilbert Street fro Intensive Commercial (CI -1) and Neighborhood Public
(P-1) to Riverfront Crossings — Sout Gilbert (RFC -SG); nd to modify the location of a
pedestrian street established pursuant to conditional zonin agreement for property at 1201 S.
Gilbert Street; and
WHEREAS, Iowa Code §414.5 (20 ) provides th t the City of Iowa City may impose
reasonable conditions on granting an appli nt's rezoni g request, over and above existing
regulations, in order to satisfy public needs ca ed by the requested change; and
WHEREAS, the increased density of re 'dentia) ving and mix of uses allowed with the
RFC -SG zoning will result in the need for an i prov "public realm," including better street
connections that create developable frontage area fo new buildings, safer and more attractive
areas for people to walk and bike, usable open spa and the possibility for green infrastructure
to address quantity and quality of stormwater run ff appropriate to an urban neighborhood
adjacent to Ralston Creek and the new Riverfront Cr s 'ngs Park; and
WHEREAS, the requested rezoning will re ult i a significant increase in the residential
population in the area, which will increase the pe estria and bicycle traffic along Gilbert Street
and along planned pedestrian streets that provi acces to the new park, trails, and the Iowa
River and, therefore, additional public right -of- w and acc ss easements for planned pedestrian
streets, for widening pedestrian areas along Gil rt Street, a d for access to parking areas interior
to the block will be needed to ensure public s ety and to pr vide a more attractive environment
for residential living; and
WHEREAS, certain conditions a d restrictions a e reasonable to ensure the
development of the property is consistent ith the Comprehen ive Plan, including the need for
a safe, attractive, and comfortable environ ent for residential li ng access to parks, trails, and
public space amenities; and improved pe strian, bicycle, and ve Icular routes; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zon' g Commission has det mined that, with appropriate
conditions to ensure an appropriate nvironment for residentia living, including access to
parks, trails and public space ameniti s, improved pedestrian and icycle safety and comfort
and to provide for safe traffic circulati upon redevelopment, the req ested zoning is consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the high perc tage of housing cost -burdened , ouseholds is the most
common housing problem within th City of Iowa City, and one of the pri ary areas where people
face housing affordability challeng s is near the University campus and the City's urban core; and,
WHEREAS, The Riverfr t Crossings District is well -situated to su port a mix of housing
due to its close proximity to do ntown Iowa City and the University of low campus, its existing
and planned mix of uses, conv ntent access to public transit and municipal pd king facilities; and,
WHEREAS, the Riv rfront Crossings Form Based Code is intend�d to encourage a
walkable, pedestrian -friend) area where residents can work, live and play, and will increase the
need for housing that is affordable to the workforce; and
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WHEREAS, the rezoning to RFC -SG will allow mixed-use development, including
residential uses, at a density not previously permitted; and,
WHEREAS, the Riverfront Crossings Form Based Code requires that upon a rezoning to
a riverfront crossings zoning designation, the property owner must enter into an agreement with
the city to establish which method or methods the Developer will use to provide the required
affordable housing.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises con ained herein, the parties
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agree as follows:
Owners are the collective the legal title holders of the operty legally described as
follows:
A PORTION OF TH ORTHEAST QUARTER OF TH SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF
SECTION 15, TOWNS IP 79 NORTH, RANGE 6 WE , OF THE FIFTH PRINCIPAL
MERIDIAN, IOWA CITY, OHNSON COUNTY, IOW , INCLUDING A PORTION OF
VACATED BLOCKS THR AND SIX OF COOK' SARGENT, AND DOWNEY'S
ADDITION, DESCRIBED A FOLLOWS: Commen Ing at the Northeast Corner of
Vacated Block Three, of Cook' Sargent, and Down 's Addition to Iowa City, Johnson
County, Iowa, in accordance wit the Plat thereof R corded in Deed Book 16, at Page
84, of the Records of the Johnson ounty Recorder' Office; Thence S01°01'45"E, along
the West Line of Gilbert Street, 80.0 feet, to The P int of Beginning; Thence continuing
S01001'45"E along said West Line, 60.00 feet; Thence S88°41'01"W, 450.00 feet;
Thence N08°00'11"E, 445.88 feet, to a oint on th Westerly Extension of the North Line
of said Vacated Block Three; Thence N °41'01" ,along said Westerly Extension and
North Line, 260.00 feet; Thence S01°01'4 "E, 80 00 feet; Thence N88°41'01"E, 120.00
feet, to the Point of Beginning. Said Rez ing Parcel contains 3.97 Acres (172,998
square feet), and is subject to easements an a trictions of record.
And
A parcel of land in Government Lot 3 in the
PM in Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa,
follows. Beginning at a point (the I
northeast corner of Block 3 in Cook, Ir
and on the west line of Gilbert Street
thence south along the west line of
Gilbert Street and a line which lies 11
to the centerline of primary road No
normally distant northeasterly of and
US 6 to the easterly bank of Ralston
Ralston Creek a point that is 450 fe
feet along a line parallel with and 4
Sargent and Downey's Addition to t e
2. The Owners acknowledge that
of the Comprehensive Plan, in(
Riverfront Crossings Master PI
the parties acknowledge that
City may impose reasonable (
the existing regulations, in of
change.
(W1/ of Section 15 T79N R6W of the 5th
lid par el being particularly described as
beginn g) being 440 feet south of the
and Dow y's Addition to Iowa City, Iowa,
t (fo merly Linn S eet and formerly Cook Street)
Gilb rt Street to the I tersection of the west line of
0 f et normally distan northeasterly of and parallel
U 6, thence northwe terly along a line 110 feet
arallel to the centerlin of said primary road No
reek, thence northerly a ng the easterly bank of
t west of the point of beg ning, thence east 450
0 feet south of the north lin of Block 3 in Cook,
point of beginning.
City wishes to ensure conforman
ng the South Gilbert Subdistrict of t
and the Owners intend to comply th
I Code §414.5 (2015) provides that
tions on granting a rezoning request,
to satisfy public needs caused bl.
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to the principles
Downtown and
rewlth. Further,
t �e City of Iowa
o0 rr and above
the requested
3. In consideration of the City's rezoning the subject property, Owners agree that
development of the subject property will conform to all requirements of the zoning
chapter, as well as the following conditions:
a. Prior to issuance of any occupancy permit, land shall be dedicated along South
Gilbert Street to improve conditions along the street necessary for the increase in
pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists anticipated with the rezoning according to
the goals and objectives of the Riverfront Crossings laster Plan. The ROW
dedication shall be 40 feet in depth along the fronts a of properties locally
described as 1225 S. Gilbert and 1201 S. Gilbert Street. To accommodate
adequate pedestrian space along the street near t intersection with U.S.
Highway 6, dedication shall be 50 feet in depth alon the frontage of property
locally known s 1301 S. Gilbert Street. The Owner may continue to use any
portion of the d dicated right-of-way pursuant to an agreement with the City for
temporary use o right-of-way, until such time asilbert Street is improved or
when properties a ng Gilbert Street are redevelop d, whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to issuance o any occupancy permit, a st p of land 30 feet in depth as
measured from the top of the bank of Ralsybn Creek along all properties
described above shal be dedicated to the CV, which shall be cleared of any
existing structures and aterials at Owner's a ense once the business currently
operating at 1301 S. Gilb Street ceases op ration.
c. Prior to issuance of a buil 'ng per for an new building on any of the subject
properties, a final plat sha be approved at establishes a private street that
extends west from Gilbert St et to the 3 -foot Ralston Creek pedestrian street
established pursuant to Para raph 3b ove. This street must align with 2nd
Street and have a minimum 60- oot rig -of-way for the pedestrian street portion
and 80 feet for the vehicular porti n. In ddition, the final plat shall establish a 30 -
foot wide cross -access easemen in a location parallel to and west of Gilbert
Street in a manner that will provide equate lot depth for new buildings that front
on Gilbert Street in compliance with e RFC -SG Zone, safe and adequate traffic
circulation, and access to parking ac rding to the Riverfront Crossings Master
Plan. This public cross -access asem nt must be designed as a private rear
alley that provides access t parkin areas located behind buildings, as
illustrated in the Riverfront Cro sings Ma er Plan and according to the RFC -SG
zoning standards.
d. Owner shall satisfy the affor able housing ligations imposed pursuant to Iowa
City Code of Ordinances 14-2G-8 throug the provision of on-site owner -
occupied dwelling units, o -site rental dwelling nits, and the payment of a fee it
lieu of the remaining dwe Ing units not provided n -site or as otherwise agreed tc
between Owner and th City in an affordable using agreement entered intc
prior to issuance of a ilding permit for developm nt of any portion of the above-
described property.
4. The conditions contained Xlerein are reasonable conditions to impose on the land under
Iowa Code §414.5 (2011/1and that said conditions satisfy public needs that are caused
by the requested zonin change.
5. In the event the subfect property is transferred, sold, redeveloped, or subdivided, all
development will co form with the terms of this Conditional Zoning Agreement.
6. This Conditional Zoning Agreement shall be deemed to be a covenant running with the
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land and with title to the land, and shall remain in full force a d effect as a covenant with
title to the land, unless or until released of record by the City bf Iowa City.
7. This agreement shall inure to the benefit of and bind all
assigns of the parties.
8. Nothing in this
Applicant from
9. This Conditional N
ordinance rezoning t
ordinance, this agreer
the Owners' expense.
Dated this day of
CITY OF IOWA CITY
James Throgmorton, Mayor
Attest:
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
I Zoning Agreement shall be
with all other applicable local,
ig Agreement shall be in
subject property, and that u
nt shall be recorded in the J
A^pProved by:
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City Attorney's Office I r I IL41LO
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representatives, and
red to relieve the Owner or
and federal regulations.
orated by reference into the
adoption and publication of the
;on County Recorder's Office at
201
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y: 1201 Gilbert LLC
y: 1225 Gilbert LLC
By: Neasant Valley, LP
CITY OF IOWA CITY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
STATE OF IOWA )
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This instrument was acknowledged before me on _
Throgmorton and Marian � Karr as Mayor and City Clerk,
1201 GILBERT LLC ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
STATE OF IOWA
2016 by James
of the City of Iowa City.
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Prepared by: Karen Howard, 410 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 356-5251 (REZ16-00002)
CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made among the City of Iowa City, Iowa, a municipal orporation
(hereinafter "City"), and 1225 Gilbert, LLC, Pleasant Valley, LP, and 1201ilbert LLC,
(collectively referred to hereinafter as "Owners").
WHEREA Owners are the collective legal title holders of approxima y 8.52 acres of
property located at 201 S. Gilbert Street, 1225 S. Gilbert Street, and 1301 . Gilbert Street in
Iowa City; and
WHEREAS, the wners have requested the rezoning of prom y at 1225 S. Gilbert
Street and 1301 S. Gilbe Street from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) a d Neighborhood Public
(P-1) to Riverfront Crossin s - South Gilbert (RFC -SG); and to odify the location of a
pedestrian street established\§4.5
a conditional zoning agree ant for property at 1201 S.
Gilbert Street; and
WHEREAS, Iowa Cod2015) provides that thpe City of Iowa City may impose
reasonable conditions on grapplicant's rezoning request, over and above existing
regulations, in order to satisfyds caused by the requested change; and
WHEREAS, the increased density\f residential li mg and mix of uses allowed with the
RFC -SG zoning will result in the need for n improv "public realm," including better street
connections that create developable frontage reas f0 new buildings, safer and more attractive
areas for people to walk and bike, usable open pace, and the possibility for green infrastructure
to address quantity and quality of stormwater r( -off appropriate to an urban neighborhood
adjacent to Ralston Creek and the new Riverfront , ssings Park; and
WHEREAS, the requested rezoning wil resul in a significant increase in the residential
population in the area, which will increase th6 pedestrl n and bicycle traffic along Gilbert Street
and along planned pedestrian streets that Orovide acce to the new park, trails, and the Iowa
River and, therefore, additional public right�of-way and acc ss as for planned pedestrian
streets, for widening pedestrian areas alofig Gilbert Street, a d for access to parking areas interior
to the block will be needed to ensure public safety and to pr ide a more attractive environment
for residential living; and
WHEREAS, certaincoji8itions and restrictions are reasonable to ensure the
development of the property is pbrisistent with the Comprehensive Ian and the need for a safe,
attractive, and comfortable enVironment for residential living, in clu in access to parks, trails,
and public space amenities, nd improved pedestrian, bicycle, and- icular routes.
WHEREAS, the PI ning and Zoning Commission has determin that, with appropriate
conditions to ensure appropriate environment for residential living, inc ding access to parks,
trails and public spag amenities, improved pedestrian and bicycle safe and comfort and to
provide for safe traffic circulation upon redevelopment, the requested zone g is consistent with
the Comprehensive Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein, the parties
agree as follows;
1. Owners are the collective the legal title holders of the property legally described as
follows:
A PORTION OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF
SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 79 NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST, OF THE FIFTH PRINCIPAL
MERIDI , IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, INCLU ING A PORTION OF
VACATO D BLOCKS THREE AND SIX OF COOK'S, SARGE T, AND DOWNEY'S
ADDITIO DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: Commencing at th Northeast Comer of
Vacated B k Three, of Cook's, Sargent, and Downey's Additio to Iowa City, Johnson
County, Iowa, 'n accordance with the Plat thereof Recorded in eed Book 16, at Page
84, of the Reco s of the Johnson County Recorder's Office; T ence S01 °01'45"E, along
the West Line of filbert Street, 80.00 feet, to The Point of Be inning; Thence continuing
S01°01'45"E alon said West Line, 360.00 feet; Thence 88041'01"W, 450.00 feet;
Thence N08°00'11"\feet;hence
eet, to a Point on the West Extension of the North Line
of said Vacated BloThence N88°41'01"E, alon said Westerly Extension and
North Line, 260.00 S01°01'45"E, 80.00 fee ; Thence N88°41'01"E, 120.00
feet, to the Point ng. Said Rezoning Parce contains 3.97 Acres (172,998
square feet), and iseasements and restrictiq s of record.
And
A parcel of land in Government Lo 3 in the
PM in Iowa City, Johnson County, ow
follows. Beginning at a point (the Nil
northeast corner of Block 3 in Cook, San
and on the west line of Gilbert Street (f
thence south along the west line of Gilbr
Gilbert Street and a line which lies 110 fe
to the centerline of primary road No US
normally distant northeasterly of and pal
US 6 to the easterly bank of Ralston Cr
Ralston Creek a point that is 450 feet
feet along a line parallel with and 440/f(
Sargent and Downey's Addition to the l3oi
2. The Owners acknowledge that the
of the Comprehensive Plan, includi
Riverfront Crossings Master Plan,
the parties acknowledge that tov�
City may impose reasonable cor>Eli'
the existing regulations, in order
change.
3. In consideration of the
development of the sub
chapter, as well as the fol
a. Prior to issuance
Gilbert Street for
pedestrians, bi yc
of
f4 of Section 15 T79N R6W of the 5th
arcel being particularly described as
ginning) being 440 feet south of the
Downey's Addition to Iowa City, Iowa,
Linn Street and formerly Cook Street)
t to the intersection of the west line of
ally distant northeasterly of and parallel
ce northwesterly along a line 110 feet
el to he centerline of said primary road No
thenbq northerly along the easterly bank of
t of theNpoint of beginning, thence east 450
south ohe north line of Block 3 in Cook,
of beoir n .
ity wishes to ensure cc
g the South Gilbert Su
ind the Owners intend b
Code §414.5 (2015) pn
ons on granting a rezonl
to satisfy public needs
is rezoning the subject
property will conform to
rp conditions:
iformance to the principles
strict of the Downtown and
comply therewith. Further,
des that the City of Iowa
g equest, over and above
ca sed by the requested
-s agree that
of the zoning
any occupancy permit, land shall be dedicated along South
-ove conditions along the street necessary for the increase in
ts, and motorists anticipated with the rezoning according to
the goals and objectives of the Riverfront Crossings Master Plan, The ROW
dedication shall be 40 feet in depth along the frontage of properties locally
described as 1225 S. Gilbert and 1201 S. Gilbert Street. To accommodate
adequate pedestrian space along the street near the intersection with U.S.
Highway 6, dedication shall be 50 feet in depth along the frontage of property
PI tally known as 1301 S. Gilbert Street. The Owners may continue to use any
ortion of the dedicated right-of-way pursuant to an agree nt with the City for
t mporary use of right-of-way, until such time as Gilbert S eet is improved or
w en properties along Gilbert Street are redeveloped, which er occurs first.
b. PH to issuance of any occupancy permit, a strip of land 30 feet in depth as
meas ed from the top of the bank of Ralston Creek along all properties
describ above shall be dedicated to the City, which s II be cleared of any
existing s ctures and materials at Owner's expense one the business currently
operating a 1301 S. Gilbert Street ceases operation.
c. Prior to issua a of a building permit for any new buildi g on any of the subject
properties, a fi I plat shall be approved that establi es a private street that
extends west fro Gilbert Street to the 30 -foot Ralst Creek pedestrian street
established pursua to Paragraph 3b above. This treat must align with 2"d
Street and have a mi 'mum 60 -foot right-of-way for a pedestrian street portion
and 80 feet for the vehi lar portion. In addition, the final plat shall establish a 30 -
foot wide cross -access sement in a location p rallel to and west of Gilbert
Street in a manner that will'rovide adequate lot d pth for new buildings that front
on Gilbert Street in complian with the RFC -S Zone, safe and adequate traffic
circulation, and access to par 'ng according to the Riverfront Crossings Master
Plan. This public cross -access asement m t be designed as a private rear
alley that provides access to arking ar as located behind buildings, as
illustrated in the Riverfront Crossin Maste Plan and according to the RFC -SG
zoning standards.
4. The conditions contained herein are rea.
Iowa Code §414.5 (2015), and that said
by the requested zoning change.
5. In the event the subject property is tra
development will conform with the terms
editions to impose on the land under
satisfy public needs that are caused
redeveloped, or subdivided, all
lal Zoning Agreement.
6. This Conditional Zoning Agreement sha I be deemed to b a covenant running with the
land and with title to the land, and shall emain in full force d effect as a covenant with
title to the land, unless or until release of record by the City Iowa City.
7. This agreement shall Inure to the be efit of and bind all success representatives, and
assigns of the parties.
8. Nothing in this Conditional Zonin fi Agreement shall be construed to Niieve the Owner or
Applicant from complying with al other applicable local, state, and fedi al regulations.
9. This Conditional Zoning A�eement shall be incorporated by refe @�r� into the
ordinance rezoning the sub'&t property, and that upon adoption and pubic of the
ordinance, this agreement all be recorded in the Johnson County Recorder's Office at
the Owners' expense. /
Dated this 2 ) stday of OCA2016.
CITY OF IOWA CITY OWNf
Attest:
LLC
Marian K. Karr, d Ity Clerk t Lj—?6 ¢ L 101&11P
Approved by:
CITY OF IOWA CITY
STATE OF IOWA
as:
JOHNSON COUNTY
This Instrument was acknowledged before e n , 2016 by James
Throgmorton and Marian K. Karr as Mayor a d City Cie , respectively, of the City of Iowa City.
Notary Public In a for the State of Iowa
(Stamp or Seal)
Title (and Rank)
My commission expires:
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Prepared by: Jann Ream, 410 E. Washington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240; 319-356-5120
ORDINANCE NO. 16-4685
ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14, ZONING CODE, SECTION 2G, FORM -BASED
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS; SECTION 5B, SIGN REGULATIONS; SECTION 3C, DESIGN
REVIEW; AND SECTION 9C, SIGN DEFINITIONS.
WHEREAS, it is the purpose of the Zoning Code sign regulations 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; and
WHEREAS, these regulations are intended to reduce distractions and obstructions contributing
to traffic accidents, reduce hazards created by signs in the public right of way, and to provide a
reasonable opportunity for all sign users to display signs without interference from other signs;
and
WHEREAS, these regulations are also intended to allow for creative design, to encourage
economic development, to distinguish between areas designed primarily for auto -oriented
commerce and areas designed for residential living or pedestrian -oriented commerce; and
WHEREAS, these regulations are intended to balance the City's interests in these goals with
the public's right to free speech; and
WHEREAS, the City of Iowa City and the Iowa City Downtown District commissioned an outside
design firm to create design guidelines for storefronts and signage in the Downtown and
Northside Market Place areas; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of these guidelines is to create clear, simple signage designed in
conjunction with the storefront facade that promotes a walkable retail environment and removes
confusing sign clutter
WHEREAS, the current sign regulations for the Central Business zones do not reflect the
recommendations of the guidelines and;
WHEREAS, the amendments will provide clear direction for allowed signage and allow greater
design flexibility, thus eliminating the need for Design Review; and
WHEREAS, these amendments satisfy the purpose of the sign regulations and are in the public
interest and;
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the proposed changes to the
sign ordinance and recommends approval; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA:
SECTION I. APPROVAL. The Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City is hereby amended
as follows:
A. Amend Title 14, Zoning Code, Chapter 3, Overlay Zones, Article C, Design Review by
1. Deleting the following within 2A "Applicability": paragraph 7 (Projecting Signs In CB -2, CB -
5 And CB -10 Zones); paragraph 8 (Entranceway Signs); and the word "signage" from
paragraph 9 (Towncrest Design Review District) and paragraph 10 (Form -based Code
Design Review).
2. Deleting the introductory paragraph to 3 "Design Review" and replacing it with the
following:
Where design review is required pursuant to this Article, such review shall be
conducted and approved in accordance with the following levels of review prior to
issuance any building permit.
3. Deleting 3A(1)(a)(5), regarding design review for certain projecting signs; deleting the
word "signage" from (7); and deleting (8), regarding design review for entranceway sign
modifications, and renumbering the subsequent paragraphs accordingly.
4. Deleting 3B(7), the approval criteria for projecting signs, and renumbering the subsequent
paragraphs accordingly.
5. Deleting 3C(5), the design review guidelines for signs, and renumbering the subsequent
paragraphs accordingly.
B. Amend Title 14, Zoning Code, Chapter 5, Site Development Standards, Article B, Sign
Regulations, Section 1 by:
1. Deleting it and replacing it with the following:
1. FINDINGS, PURPOSE AND INTERPRETATION:
Signs can obstruct views, distract motorists, displace alternative uses for land
and pose other problems that legitimately call for regulation.
The purpose of this article is to regulate the size, illumination, movement,
materials, location, height and condition of all signs placed on private property meant
to be visible to the public from a street or other public right of way thus enhancing
and protecting the physical appearance and safety of the community, protecting
property values and the character of the various neighborhoods, and preserving Iowa
City's areas of natural, historic and scenic beauty.
These regulations are 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.
These regulations are further intended to provide fair and equitable treatment for
all sign users; to allow for creative design; to encourage economic development; to
distinguish between areas designed primarily for auto -oriented commerce and areas
designed for residential living or pedestrian -oriented commerce; and to establish a
reasonable period of time for the elimination of nonconforming signs.
This article allows adequate communication through signage while encouraging
aesthetic quality and creativity in the design, location, size and purpose of all signs.
This article must be interpreted in a manner consistent with the First Amendment
guarantee of free speech. A sign placed on land or on a building for the purpose of
identification, protection or directing persons to a use conducted therein must be
deemed to be an integral but accessory and subordinate part of the principal use of
land or building. Therefore, the intention of this article is to establish limitations on
signs in order to ensure they are appropriate to the land, building or use to which
they are appurtenant and are adequate for their intended purpose while balancing
the individual and community interests identified above. These regulations are
intended to promote signs that are compatible with the use of the property to which
they are appurtenant, landscape and architecture of surrounding buildings, are
legible and appropriate to the activity to which they pertain, are not distracting to
motorists, and are constructed and maintained in a structurally sound and attractive
condition.
The regulations are not intended to and do not apply to signs erected, maintained
or otherwise posted, owned or leased by the city, state or federal government.
A sign displaying a noncommercial message of any type is allowed anywhere that
commercial signs are allowed, subject to the same regulations applicable to such
commercial signs to prevent any inadvertent favoring of commercial speech over
noncommercial speech, or favoring of any particular noncommercial message over
any other noncommercial message.
C. Amend Title 14, Zoning Code, Chapter 5, Site Development Standards, Article B, Sign
Regulations, Section 4, Construction and Maintenance Requirements, by:
1. Amending Subsection B, Minimum Clearance Height, by deleting it and replacing it with
the following:
B. Minimum Clearance Height: The minimum clearance height is measured from
ground -level to the lowest point on the sign. The minimum clearance height for
freestanding, banner, and time and temperature signs is ten feet (10'). For free
standing wide base signs, the bottom of the sign face must be a minimum of 10 feet
above ground level, except if the sign is 15 feet or less in height. For these shorter
wide -based signs, the bottom of the sign face must be a minimum of 3 feet above
ground level. For storefront projecting signs and canopy signs, the minimum
clearance height is eight feet (6). Minimum clearance height is ten feet (10') for
entranceway signs across driveways and eight feet (8') for entranceway signs across
walkways.
2. Amending Subsection D, Changeable Copy, Paragraph 2, Copy Changed Electronically
subparagraph b to add "CB -10" to the zones in which the time and temperature sign is
excluded from the sign limit count; amending subparagraph f to delete "CB -10"; and adding
the following subparagraph is
In the CB -10 zones, electronic changeable copy is only allowed on time and
temperature signs and window signs as permitted for indoor recreational uses in
Table 513-4 of this article.
3. Amending Subsection E, Illumination Requirements, Paragraph 1 by deleing "special
event signs" therefrom.
D. Amend Title 14, Zoning Code, Chapter 5, Site Development Standards, Article B, Sign
Regulations, Section 5, Nonconforming Situations, Subsection B, by:
1. Deleting it and replacing it with the following:
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.
E. Amend Title 14, Zoning Code, Chapter 5, Site Development Standards, Article B, Sign
Regulations, Section 6, Prohibited Signs, Subsection A, by:
1. Deleting it and replacing it with the attached.
F. Amend Title 14, Zoning Code, Chapter 5, Site Development Standards, Article B, Sign
Regulations, Section 8, Signs Permitted by Zone, by:
1. Deleting Subsection B, Sign Standards for All Residential Zones, and replacing it with the
attached.
2. Deleting Subsection C, Sign Standards in the CO -1, CNA and MU Zones, and replacing it
with the attached.
3. Deleting Subsection D, Sign Standards in CH -1, CC -2 and CI -1 Zones and replacing it
with the attached.
4. Deleting Subsection E, Sign Standards in CB -2, CB -5 and CB -10 Zones and replacing it
with the attached.
5. Deleting Table 513-5 "Sign Specifications and Provisions in the Industrial and Research
Park Zones", found in Subsection F, Sign Standards in Industrial And Research Park Zones,
and replacing it with the attached.
G. Amend 14, Zoning Code, Chapter 5, Site Development Standards, Article B, Sign
Regulations, Section 9, Nonpermanent, Off -Premises, and Other Special Signs, by:
1. Amending the title to "Off -Premises and Temporary Signs."
2. Deleting Subsection B and Table 513-6, and replacing Table 513-6 with the attached.
H. Amend Title 14, Zoning Code, Chapter 9, Definitions, Article C, "Sign Definitions", by deleting
Section 1, Definitions, and replacing it with the attached.
I. Amend Title 14, Zoning Code, Chapter 2, Base Zones, Article G, Riverfront Crossings and
Eastside Mixed Use District Form -Based Development Standards, Section 7, General
Requirements, Subsection F, Building Design Standards, Paragraph 9, Signs, by:
1. Deleting subparagraph d, and renumbering the remaining subparagraphs accordingly.
2. Deleting subparagraph e, and replacing it with the following:
Signage for residential buildings shall be allowed according to the standards that
apply in residential zones as set forth in chapter 5. article B of this title. For multi-
family buildings, the larger sign area for fascia and monument signs as specified
in multi -family zones applies.
J. Amend Title 14, Zoning Code, Chapter 2, Base Zones, Article G, Riverfront Crossings and
Eastside Mixed Use District Form -Based Development Standards, Section 1, Intent,
Applicability, and Administration, Subsection D, Design Review, by deleting the word "signage"
therefrom.
SECTION ll. REPEALER. All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the
provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION III. 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 IV. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in effect after its final passage,
approval and publication, as provided by law.
Passed and approved this 15th day of november 2016.
Ap roved by:
ATTEST:
CI ERK City Attorney's Office
Ordinance No. 16-4685
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It was moved by Mims and seconded by _
Ordinance as read be adopted, and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS:
x
x
x
x
X
X
ABSENT:
X
ABSTAIN:
Dickens
Botchway
Cole
Dickens
Mims
Taylor
Thomas
Throgmorton
First Consideration 11/01/2016
Voteforpassage: AYES: Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.
Second Consideration _
Vote for passage:
that the
Date published 11/25/2016
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two
Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally
.passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived
and the ordinance be voted upon for final passage at this time.
AYES: Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas, Botchway, Cole. NAYS: None.
ABSENT: Throgmorton.
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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:
1. Animated signs, except for barbers' poles and three dimensional storefront projecting signs as
expressly permitted by this article.
2. Hazardous signs.
3. Obsolete signs.
4. Painted wall signs except for wall mural painted 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 except for storefront projecting signs.
10. Banners except for Banner Projecting Signs as expressly permitted in this article and banners
permitted in Table 513-6.
11. 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 the questions in subsections At Oa through A10c of this
section can be answered in the affirmative, and there is no compelling answer to the question in
subsection A10d of this section 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?
14-513-813. 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: fascia, awning, canopy 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 58-1, located at the
end of this subsection.
c. 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 as specified in table 513-1, located at the end of this
subsection.
d. One (1) monument sign is permitted at each street entrance of a subdivision or development of 2 acres or
more. The maximum sign area is 32 sq. ft. per side — may be double faced for a total of 64 sq. ft. —
maximum height is 5ft. All other monument signs are permitted as specified in table 513-1 located at the
end of this subsection.
2. Sign Specifications And Provisions: All signs in residential zones are subject to the standards specified in
table 513-1. located at the end of this subsection.
Table 513-1: Sign Specifications And Provisions
In Residential And The ID And OPD Zones
Permitted
Signs
Awning
signs'
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Canopy
signs
Zone
ID -RS, RR -1,
RS -5, RS -8,
RS -12, RNS-
12, ID -RM,
RM -12, RM -20,
RNS-20, RM -
44, PRM
ID -RS, RR -1,
RS -5, RS -8,
RS -12, RNS-
12, ID -RM,
RM -12, RM -20,
RNS-20, RM -
44, PRM
Maximum
Sign Area
12 sq. ft. or 25% of awning
surface, whichever is less.
Sign cannot exceed 90% of
street facing canopy length
and no more than 15 inches
in height
Maximum Height And
Special Provisions
Maximum height: Top of first story.
Limited to identification only.
Not allowed for single-family and
two-family uses.
Signs may be mounted on the face
of the canopy, upright on the top of
the canopy or underneath the
canopy. Signs mounted on the face
of the canopy may not extend
beyond the edges of the canopy.
Signs mounted on the top of the
canopy or underneath the canopy
must consist of individual letter
forms and may not extend more
than 15 inches in height above or
below the canopy. The bottom of
the canopy or any letters forms
attached underneath the canopy
DirectionalID-RS, RR -1, 2 sq. ft. per face.
signs 11, RS -8,
RS -12, RNS-
12, ID -RM,
RM -12, RM -20,
RNS-20, RM -
44, PRM
May be double faced for total
area of 4 sq. ft.
Entranceway
Allowed for
For signs located above or
signs
parks and open
across the top of the subject
space uses in
archway, the area of the sign
any residential
may not exceed 25% of the
zone, ID zone,
area delineated by the
or OPD zone
subject archway.
Fascia ID -RS, RR -1,
signs' RS -5, RS -8,
RS -12, RNS-
12
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. (See section 14-513-
7, "Measurement Standards"
of this article.)
4 sq. ft.
ID -RM, RM -12, 12 sq. ft.
RM -20, RNS-
20, RM -44,
PRM
must be, at minimum 8ft above the
level of the adjacent grade.
Canopy signs may not be
illuminated.
Maximum height: 20 ft.
Up to 1 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.
Minimum clearance height is 10 ft.
for entranceway signs across
driveways and 8 ft. 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.
Maximum height: Top of first story.
Limited to identification only, except
as allowed for institutional uses.
Not allowed for single-family and
two-family uses.
Integral ID -RS, RR -1, 2 sq. ft. Up to 1 of these signs is allowed
signs RS -5, RS -8, per building.
RS -12, RNS-
12, ID -RM, No permit is required.
RM -12, RM -20,
RNS-20, RM -
44, PRM
Monument ID -RS, RR 1, 12 sq. ft. per sign face. Maximum height: 5 ft.
signs' RS -5, RS -8,
RS -12, RNS- May be double faced for a Limited to identification only, except
12 total area of 24 sq. ft. as allowed for institutional uses. II
I
Small
identification
signs
ID -RM, RM -12, 124 sq. ft. per sign face.
RM -20, RNS-
20, RM -44, May be double faced for a
PRM total area of 48 sq. ft.
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ID -RS, RR -1, 2 sq. ft.
RS -5, RS -8,
RS -12, RNS-
12, ID RM
RM -12, R1-20,
RNS-20, RM -
44, PRM
Not allowed for single-family and
two-family uses.
Maximum height: 5 ft.
Limited to identification only, except
as allowed for institutional uses.
Not allowed for single-family and
two-family uses.
The sign must be a building sign.
Up to 1 of these signs is allowed
per building.
No permit is required.
Note:
1. Only 1 sign is permitted; 1 fascia sign, 1 awning sign, 1 canopy sign, or 1 monument sign. (See
subsection Al b of this section.)
14-513-8C. Sign Standards In 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 58-2 of
this section, except signage for residential uses must comply with the requirements for residential
uses in the RM zones as stated in Table 5B-1 of this article.
Table 58-2: Sign Specifications And Provisions
In The CO -1, CN -1, And MU Zones
Permitted Maximum
Signs Sign Area
Awning 25% of awning surface
signs i
Barbers'
poles
Canopy
signs
Sign cannot exceed 90%
of street facing canopy
length and no more than
24 inches in height
Maximum
Height
Top edge of
first story
awning
Top edge of
first story
canopy
Provisions
=ach storefront is allowed
ip to a total of 3 signs
rom the following sign
:ypes: canopy signs,
awning signs, and
projecting signs. Awning
Signs are only allowed on
`first story awnings.
Maximum diameter: 9 in.
Maximum length: 3 ft
Each storefront is allowed
up to a total of 3 signs
from the following sign
types: canopy signs,
awning signs, and
projecting signs.
Signs may be mounted on
the face of the canopy,
upright on the top of the
canopy or underneath the
canopy. See applicable
dimensional provisions for
each type.
Signs mounted under a I
canopy with the face
perpendicular to the
building will be considered
storefront projecting signs j
and regulated
accordingly. Said signs i
ay not project beyond
[theouter edge of the
anopy
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Signs mounted on the
!
face of the canopy may !
not project beyond the
edges of the canopy.
Signs mounted on the top
of the canopy must f
consist of individual letter
forms and may not extend
more than 24 inches in
height above the canopy.
Canopy signs may be
internally or externally
illuminated or halo back
lit.
Directional
3 sq. ft. per sign face
--
--
signs
May be double faced for
total area of 6 sq. ft.
Entranceway
20 ft.
Up to 1 sign per facade of
For signs located above
signs
or across the top of the
the subject archway.
subject archway, the
area of the sign may not
The sign may not contain
exceed 25% of the area
changeable copy.
delineated by the subject
archway
Sign copy may not extend
beyond the edges of the
For a sign located on the
entranceway structure.
side of the archway, the
area of the sign may not
Minimum clearance height
exceed 33% of the
is 10 ft. for entranceway
surface area of the side
signs across driveways
of the archway support
and 8 ft. for entranceway
on which the sign is
signs across walkways.
located. (See section 14-
513-7, "Measurement
Standards", of this
article.)
Entranceway signage as
specified herein will count
j as 1 sign toward the total
limit for monument signs
on a lot or tract.
Entranceway signs are
not allowed if the subject
j lot or tract already has a
monument sign located at
the subject entrance.
Fascia signs 15% of sign wall area Top of first Parapet signs are allowed
story only on one-story
buildings.
Flags -- f -- 1 additional flag may be
displayed in conjunction
with any city, county, state
j or federal flags.
Identification 2 sq. ft.
and integral i Except as allowed in
signs I provisions.
No permit is required.
-- �No permit is required.
Monument [area
p to 2 sq. ft. of sign 5 ft.
signs perlinear foot of lot
rontage, not to exceed
50 sq. ft. per sign face
May be double faced for
a total area of 100 sq. ft.
per sign
A larger integral sign up
may be allowed when
said sign delineates the
name of the building. Size
shall be regulated as a
fascia sign. A permit is
required.
2 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 ft. of
frontage on a single
street, only 1 monument
sign is permitted along
that frontage.
* For lots or tracts with
160 to 300 ft. of frontage
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Storefront
projecting
signs
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9 sq. ft. - —
May be double faced for
a total of 18 sq. ft.
The size may be
increased up to 18 sq. ft.
(may be double faced for
a total area of 36 sq. ft.)
if the sign and storefront
meet the following
criteria: The floor to
ceiling height of the
ground level floor is a
minimum of 18 ft. and
the sign is vertically
Top of the
first story,
located
below any
second floor
windowsill.
along a single street, up
to 2 monument signs are
permitted. The monument
signs must be at least 150
ft. apart as measured
along the frontage.
* For lots or tracts with
frontage in excess of 300
ft. along a single street,
up to 3 monument signs
are permitted, provided
the signs are at least 150
ft. apart as measured
along the frontage.
I * For lots or tracts with
frontage along more than
1 street, each frontage is
allowed signs based on
the formulas stated above
up to a maximum of 5
signs. Any sign that is
located within 25 ft. of a I
corner (at the point where I
property lines intersect)
will count as 2 signs; 1
toward the sign allowance
for each frontage. j
Each storefront is allowed
up to a total of 3 signs
from the following sign j
types: canopy signs,
awning signs, and
projecting signs. There
must be at least 12ft
between projecting signs.
May not project more than j
4 ft. from the building
wall.
Allowed to be a three
dimensional model of an
object, such as a globe or 1
book. If three
proportioned.
Time and25 sq. ft. per sign face -
temperature
signs May be double faced for
a total of 50 sq. ft.
dimensional, the sign may
rotate.
External illumination is
permitted provided there
are no more than 2
spotlights of no more than
2,000 lumens shining
directly on the sign and
provided they meet the
light trespass standards in
article G of this chapter.
Internal illumination is
allowed for halo back lit or
neon letters. Internally
illuminated plastic trim
cap letters and internally
illuminated cabinet signs
where the entire face of
the cabinet is illuminated
are prohibited
Shall not project more 11
than 6 ft. into public right
of way.
If located on or in required
storefront windows,
window signs shall be
displayed or affixed in a
manner that does not
block views into the
interior of the storefront.
Window 25% of window area --)
signs
14 -5B -8D: Sign Standards In CH -1, CC -2 And CI -1 Zones:
1. All signs in the CH -1, CC -2, and CIA zones are subject to the standards specified in table 5B-3 of
this section except that signage for residential uses must comply with the requirements for
residential uses in the RM zones as stated in table 513-1 of this article.
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 (3) types of signs is allowed within the
stated limits.
For lots or tracts with less than one hundred sixty feet (160') of frontage on a single street, only one
such sign is permitted along that frontage. Freestanding wide base signs are not permitted on lots or
tracts with less than one hundred sixty feet (160') of frontage. The city engineer will determine that
the location of a wide base free standing sign will not obstruct the visibility of vehicles entering or
exiting the property.
b. For lots or tracts with one hundred sixty to three hundred feet (160 - 300') of frontage along a single
street, up to two (2) such signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least one hundred fifty feet
(150') apart as measured along the frontage.
c. For lots or tracts with three hundred one to six hundred feet (301 - 600') of frontage along a single
street, up to three (3) such signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least one hundred fifty feet
(150') apart as measured along the frontage.
d. For lots or tracts with frontage in excess of six hundred feet (600') along a single street, up to three
(3) such signs are permitted, provided the signs are at least one hundred fifty feet (150') apart as
measured along the frontage. One additional monument sign is allowed, provided the sign is at least
one hundred fifty feet (150') 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 subsections D2a through D2d of this section. However, a maximum of five (5)
such signs are allowed on any one lot or tract. Any sign that is located within twenty five feet (25') of
a corner (the point where property lines intersect) will count as two (2) signs; one toward the sign
allowance for each frontage.
Table 56-3: Sign Specifications And Provisions
In The CH -1, CC -2, And CIA Zones .
Permitted
Signs
r -
Awning
signs
Maximum
Maximum Sign Area Height Provisions
25% of awning surface
Top edge of first
story awning
Each storefront is
allowed up to a total of
3 signs from the
following sign types:
canopy signs, awning
signs, and projecting
signs. Awning signs
are only allowed on
first story awnings.
-
Barbers'
poles
Canopy
signs
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I
Signs cannot exceed
190% of street facing
j canopy length and be
1 no more than 24 inches
in height.
i
Top edge of first
story canopy
Maximum diameter: 9
in.
Maximum length: 3 ft
Each storefront is
1 allowed up to a total of
3 signs from the
following sign types:
canopy signs, awning
signs, and projecting
signs.
Signs may be mounted
on the face of the
canopy, upright -on the
top of the canopy or
underneath the
canopy. See applicable
dimensional provisions
for each type.
Signs mounted under a
canopy with the face
perpendicular to the
building will be
considered storefront
projecting signs and
regulated accordingly.
Said sign may not
project beyond the
outer edge of the
canopy.
Signs mounted on the
face of the canopy may
not project beyond the
edges of the canopy.
Signs mounted on top
of the canopy must
consist of individual
letter forms and may
not extend more than
24 inches in height
above the canopy.
Canopy signs may be
internally or externally
Directional
signs
Entranceway
3 sq. ft. per sign face
May be double faced
for total area of 6 sq.
ft.
For signs located above
--
20 ft.
illuminated or halo
back lit.
--
Up to 1 sign per facade
signs
or across the top of the
of the entranceway
subject archway, the
arch.
area of the sign may
not exceed 25% of the
The sign may not
area delineated by the
contain changeable
subject archway
copy.
For a sign located on
Sign copy may not
the side of the archway,
extend beyond the
the area of the sign
edges of the
may not exceed 33% of
entranceway structure.
the surface area of the
side of the archway
Minimum clearance
support on which the
height is 10 ft. for
sign is located. (See
entranceway signs
section 14-5B-7,
across driveways and 8
"Measurement
ft. for entranceway
Standards", of this
signs across walkways.
article.)
Entranceway signage
as specified herein will
count as 1 sign 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 base
sign, or masonry wall
sign located at the
subject entrance.
Fascia signs 115% of sign wall area -
Flags - -- --
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Freestanding Individual sign in CC -2
signs and CI -1:
Up to 2 sq. ft. per linear
foot of lot frontage, not
to exceed 125 sq. ft.
per sign face.
May be double faced
for a total area of 250
sq. ft.
Individual sign in CH -1:
For property within
1,000 ft. of an interstate
highway right of way, 1
of the property's allotted
freestanding signs is
allowed to be up to 250
sq. ft. per sign face,
which may be double
faced for a total area of
500 sq. ft.
Common sign: The
maximum area of a
common sign may be
50% larger than the
area of the maximum
individual sign allowed.
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Freestanding Individual sign: Up to 2
wide base sq. ft. per linear foot of
signs lot frontage, not to
exceed 125 sq. ft. per
sign face.
1 additional flag may
be displayed in
conjunction with any
city, county, state or
federal flags.
No permit is required
25 ft., however, in
When 2 or more uses
the CH -1 district,
are located on a lot, a
I property within
common sign may be
11,000 ft. of an
(interstate
installed.
highway right of
way may have 1
freestanding sign
with a maximum
height not to
exceed 65 ft.
26 ft.
Maximum width: 10 ft.
May be double facedWhen 2 or more uses
for a total of 250 sq. ft. are located on a lot, a
common sign may be
Identification
and integral
signs
Masonry wall
signs
Monument
signs
Storefront
projecting
signs
r- -
Common sign: The
maximum area of a
common sign may be
50% larger than the
area of the maximum
individual sign allowed.
2 sq. ft.
except as allowed in
Provisions.
Up to 1 sq. ft. per linear
foot of lot frontage, not
to exceed 50 sq. ft. per
sign
In addition, the sign
may not exceed 15% of
the total area of the
face of the masonry
wall
Individual sign: Up to2
sq. ft. per linear foot of
lot frontage, not to
exceed 50 sq. ft. per
sign face
May be double faced
for a total area of 100
sq. ft.
Common sign: The
maximum area of the
common sign may be
50% larger than the
area of the maximum
individual sign allowed.
9 sq. ft.
May be double faced
for a total of 18 sq. ft.
installed.
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-- No permit is required.
1 ft. less than the
height of the
masonry wall, not
to exceed 12 ft.
5 ft.
Top of the first
story located
below any
second floor
j A larger integral sign
' may be allowed when
said sign delineates the'.
name of the building.
Size shall be regulated
as a fascia sign. A
permit is required.
1 masonry wall sign is
allowed in lieu of a
monument,
freestanding, or
freestanding wide base
sign.
jWhen 2 or more uses
are located on a lot, a
common sign may be
installed.
Each storefront is
allowed up to a total of
3 signs from the
following sign types:
The size of a storefront !windowsill
projecting sign may be
increased up to 18 sq.
ft. (may be double
faced for a total area of
36 sq. ft.) if the sign and
storefront meet the
following criteria: The
floor to ceiling height of
the ground level floor is
a minimum of 18 ft. and
the sign is vertically
proportioned.
canopy signs, awning
signs, and projecting
signs. There must be
12ft between projecting
signs.
May not project more
than 4 ft. from the
building wall.
External illumination is
I permitted provided
there no more than 2
spotlights of no more
than 2,000 lumens
shining directly on the
sign and provided they
meet the trespass
standards in article G
of this chapter.
Internal illumination
may be permitted for
halo back lit or neon
letters. Internally
illuminated plastic trim
cap letters and cabinet
signs where the entire
face of the cabinet is
illuminated are
prohibited.
Permitted to be a three
dimensional model of
an object, such as a
globe or book. If three
dimensional, the sign is
permitted to rotate.
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2 story: 30 sq. ft. with
Cannot extend
Only permitted when
Upper level
maximum 4ft projection
above the bottom
the use occupies the
projecting
from the face of the
of the cornice
entire building and the
building.
and/or roofline at
building frontage is
signs
3 story: 80 sq. ft. with
the top of the
greater than 60ft. or
maximum 5ft projection
building and no
when the use is a
Time and
temperature
signs
from the face of the
building
4 story and taller: 150
sq. ft. with a maximum
of 6ft from the face of
the building
May be double faced.
25 sq. ft. per sign face
May be double faced
for a total area of 50 sq.
ft.
Window 25% of window area
signs
lower than the
bottom of the
second floor
window sill.
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indoor commercial
recreational use or
hospitality oriented
retail use.
Sign can be no closer
than 5ft from adjacent
buildings and no closer
than 15ft from adjacent
upper level and
storefront projecting
signs.
Internal and external
illumination is allowed
except internally
illuminated plastic trim
cap letters and
internally illuminated
cabinet signs are
prohibited.
Permitted only in the
CC -2 zone.
Signs must not project
more than 6ft. into the
public right of way.
-- If located on or in
required storefront
windows, window signs
shall be displayed in a
manner that does not
block views into the
interior of the
storefront.
14 -5B -8E: Sign Standards In CB -2, CB -5 And CB -10 Zones:
1. All signs in the CB -2, C13-5 and CB -10 zones are subject to the standards specified in table 513-4 of
this section.
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 513-4 of this section. Unless specifically limited in table 513-4 of
this section, located at the end of this subsection, 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 of this article. (Ord. 08-4319, 11-3-2008)
4. Cabinet signs where the entire face of the cabinet is internally illuminated and internally illuminated
plastic trim cap letters are prohibited.
Table 513-4: Sign Specifications And
Provisions In The C13-2, C13-5 And CB -10 Zones
, - - ---- --- --- -- - -
Permitted Maximum
Signs Sign Area
Awning �25%0 of awning surface
signs
-- — - -
Barbers'
poles
Canopy
signs
Sign cannot exceed
90% of street facing
canopy length and no
more than 24 inches in
height
Maximum
Height
Top edge of
I irst story
1 awning
Top edge of
first story
canopy
Provisions
Each storefront is
allowed up to a total of 3
signs from the following
sign types: canopy signs,
awning signs, and
projecting signs. Awning
signs are only allowed
on first story awnings.
Note: See 14 -3C -3C for
awning and canopy
design standards.
Maximum diameter: 9 in.
Maximum length: 3 ft.
Each storefront is
allowed up to a total of 3
signs from the following
sign types: canopy signs,
awning signs, and
projecting signs.
Signs maybe mounted
on the face of the
Directional 3 sq. ft. per sign face
signs
May be double faced for
total area of 6 sq. ft.
Entranceway For signs located above r
canopy, upright on the
top of the canopy or
underneath the canopy.
See applicable
dimensional provisions
for each type.
Signs mounted under a
canopy with the face
perpendicular to the
building fagade will be
considered storefront
projecting signs and
regulated accordingly.
Said signs may not
project beyond the outer
edge of the canopy.
Signs mounted on the
face of the canopy may
not project beyond the
edges of the -canopy.
Signs mounted on the
top of the canopy must
consist of individual letter
forms and may not
extend more than 24
inches in height above
the canopy.
Canopy signs may be
internally or externally
illuminated or halo back
lit. Internally illuminated
cabinet signs where the
entire face of the cabinet
is illuminated and plastic
trim cap letters are
prohibited.
20 ft. Up to 1 sign per facade
signs or across the top of the of the entranceway arch. I
subject archway, the
area of the sign may not The sign may not contain
exceed 25% of the area changeable copy.
delineated by the
subject archway Sign copy may not
extend beyond the
For a sign located on edges of the r
the side of the archway, entranceway structure.
the area of the sign may
not exceed 33% of the Minimum clearance
surface area of the side height is 10 ft. for I
of the archway support entranceway signs
on which the sign is across driveways and 8
located. (See section ft. for entranceway signs
14-513-7, "Measurement across walkways.
Standards", of this
article.) An entranceway sign is
not allowed if the l
property has a masonry I
wall sign, monument
sign, or freestanding
sign.
Fascia signs 1.5 times the length of - No longer than 90%of
the street facing fagade. the length of the fagade
or sign band.
Back lit cabinet signs,
where the entire face is
illuminated, are
prohibited.
Internally illuminated
plastic trim cap letter
forms are prohibited.
Flags -- -- 1 additional flag may be
displayed in conjunction
with any country, state or
city flags.
No permit is required.
Freestanding f 2 sq. ft. per linear foot of F 20 ft. Allowed only in the CB -2
signs lot frontage, not to
exceed 40 sq. ft. per
jsign face
Identification
and integral
signs
Masonry wall
signs
2 sq. ft. --- ---- ---
Except as allowed in
Provisions.
1 sq. ft. per linear foot of
lot frontage, not to
exceed 50 sq. ft.
In addition, the sign
zone
Only 1 freestanding sign
is allowed per lot.
Allowed only through
approval of a minor
modification. Applicant
must provide convincing
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.
A freestanding sign is
not allowed if the
property has a
monument sign,
entranceway sign, or
masonry wall sign.
No permit is required
A larger integral sign 1.5
times the length of the
street facing facade may
be allowed when said
sign delineates the name
of the building. A permit
is required.
1 ft. less than
Only 1 masonry wall sign
the height of
is allowed per lot.
the masonry
wall, not to
A masonry wall sign is
exceed 12 ft.
not allowed if the
'may not exceed 15% of
property has a
the total area of the face
i monument sign,
of the masonry wall
I entranceway sign or
I
!freestanding sign.
Monument 24 sq. ft. per sign face 5 ft.
Only 1 monument sign is
signs Iallowed
per lot or tract.
May be double faced for
a total area of 48 sq. ft.
When 2 or more uses
are located on a lot, a
'common monument sign
may be installed. A
common monument sign
may identify up to 4 uses
per sign face.
Portable 16 sq. ft. per sign face
signs
'May be double faced for
I a total area of 12 sq. ft.
I A monument sign is not
allowed if the property
has a freestanding sign,
an entranceway sign, or
a masonry wall sign.
4 ft. Up to 1 non -illuminated
portable sign is allowed
per storefront. A
maximum of 1 additional
sign is allowed for
businesses not located
on the ground floor,
which may be for 1 or
more of those
businesses.
The entire sign must be
placed: 1) on private
property; 2) within or on
the fenced delineated
area of a sidewalk cafe;
or 3) on city right of way
within an area no more
than 30 in. from the front
facade wall and/or front
property line of the
building containing the
business.
The sign may not block
Storefront
projecting
signs
9 sq. ft.
May be double faced for
a total of 18 sq. ft.
The size of a storefront
projecting sign may be
increased up to 18 sq.
ft. (may be double faced
for a total area of 36 sq.
ft.) if the sign and
storefront meet the
Top of the first
story located
below any
second floor
windowsill
access to any doorway
When placed on city
right of way, a clear,
unobstructed 8 ft. path
between the sign and
any streetscape
amenities, planters,
delineated sidewalk cafe
areas or obstructions
must be maintained.
The sign must be moved
inside the business when
the business is closed.
The sign must be
constructed of durable
materials and weighted
to provide stability in all
weather conditions.
Plastic signs are
prohibited.
External weights
separate from the sign
itself, such as sandbags,
are not permitted.
A maximum of 2 sign
faces are allowed per
sign. Sign faces can be
separated if placed on a
fence for sidewalk cafe.
Each storefront is
allowed up to a total of 3
signs from the following
sign types: canopy signs,
awning signs, and
projecting signs. There
must be at least 12 feet
between projecting
signs.
A projecting sign may
not project more than 4
Upper level
projecting
signs
following criteria: The
floor to ceiling height of
the ground level floor is
a minimum of 18 ft. and
the sign is vertically
proportioned.
2 story: 30 sq. ft. with
maximum 4ft projection
from the face of the
building.
3 story: 80 sq. ft. with
maximum 5ft projection
from the face of the
building
4 story and taller: 150
sq. ft. with a maximum
ft. from the building wall.
Storefront projecting
signs are permitted to be
a three dimensional
model of an object, such
as a globe or book. If
three dimensional, the
sign is permitted to
rotate.
External illumination is
permitted provided there
are no more than 2 small
spotlights of no more
than 2,000 lumens
shining directly on the
sign and provided they
meet the light trespass
standards in article G of
this chapter.
Internal illumination may
be permitted for halo
back lit or neon letters.
Internally illuminated
plastic trim cap letters
and internally illuminated
cabinet signs where the
entire face of the cabinet
is illuminated are
prohibited.
Cannot extend F
above the
r
bottom of the
F
cornice and/or
Only permitted when a
roofline at the
use occupies the entire
top of the
building and the building
building and no
frontage is greater than
lower than the
60ft. or when the use is a
bottom of the
indoor commercial
second floor
recreational use or a
Banner
projecting
signs
of 6ft from the face of window sill. hospitality oriented retail
the building use.
May be double faced.
Sign can be no closer
than 5ft from adjacent
buildings and no closer
than 15ft from adjacent
upper level and
storefront_ projecting
signs.
Same allowances as
Upper level projecting
signs
Same
restrictions as
Upper level
projecting signs
Internal and external
illumination is allowed
except internally
illuminated plastic trim
cap letters and internally
illuminated cabinet signs
where the entire face of
the cabinet is illuminated
are prohibited.
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r
Only permitted on multi-
use buildings where
access to uses is
primarily through a
common lobby from the
street such as an indoor
shopping mall or where a
single use occupies a
large multi -story building
with more than 100 ft of
frontage.
Banners must be
mounted perpendicular
to the building with
permanent brackets at
both top and bottom.
Banners can be no
closer than 5 foot from
Time and
temperature
signs
Wall mural
painted sign
- - ----
Window
signs
25 sq. ft. per sign face
\lay be double faced for
s total area of 50 sq. ft.
1.5 times the length in
`eet of the street facing
`agade of the building.
25% of window area
Only permitted
in first floor
windows.
adjacent buildings and
no closer than 1 5f from
adjacent upper level and
storefront projecting
signs.
A minimum of three
banners is required to
establish a consistent
rhythm and visual
impact.
Signs must not project
more than 6 ft. into the
public right of way
Sign must be
incorporated into a larger
mural and can only be
placed on an alley
fagade or a non -street
facing facade when it
contains a public
entrance to a business.
If located on or in
required storefront
windows, window signs
shall be displayed or
affixed in a manner that
does not block views into
the interior of the
storefront.
In CB -10 zones, an
indoor recreational use
may have an electronic
changeable copy window
sign. Maximum size
permitted is 75 sq. ft. or
25% of the window area,
including all other
Nindow signs, whichever
is less. Subject to all i
regulations found n
section 14-513-4 of this
article.
Table 513-5: Sign Specifications And Provisions
In The Industrial And Research Park Zones
Permitted
Signs
Awning
signs
Canopy
signs
Maximum
Sign Area
Must not exceed 25% of
awning surface or 12 sq. ft.
per sign, whichever is less
Sign cannot exceed 90% of
street facing canopy length
and no more than 24 inches
in height
Maximum
Height
Top of first
I story
Provisions
Top of first Signs maybe mounted
story on the face of the
canopy, upright on the
top of the canopy or
underneath the canopy.
See applicable
dimensional provisions
for each type.
Signs mounted under a
canopy may not project i
beyond the outer edge
of the canopy.
Signs mounted on the j
face of the canopy may „
not project beyond the
face of the canopy and f
must not extend above
or below the top and
bottom the edges of the
canopy.
I
Signs mounted on the
top of the canopy must ;
consist of individual
letter forms and may not
extend more than 24
inches in height above
the canopy.
Canopy signs may be
internally or externally
illuminated or halo back
lit.
Directional
In Industrial zones: 15 sq.
signs
ft. per sign face
May be double faced for
total area of 30 sq. ft.
In Research Park zones: 3
sq. ft. per sign face.
May be double faced for
total area of 6 sq. ft.
Entranceway
For signs located above or
signs
across the top of the
subject archway, the area
of the sign may not exceed
25% of the area delineated
by the subject archway
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. (See
section 14-513-7,
"Measurement Standards",
of this article.)
20 ft.Up to 1 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.
Minimum clearance
height is 10 ft. for
entranceway signs
across driveways and 8
ft. for entranceway signs
across walkways.
An entranceway sign is
not allowed if the
property has a masonry
wall sign.
Fascia signs 115%o
f sign wall area I --
Flagr s- 1 additional flag may be
displayed in conjunction
with country, state and j
city flags.
Freestanding
signs
1 sq. ft. per linear foot of lot
frontage, not to exceed 50
1 sq. ft. except as allowed in
1 provisions for common
signs.
May be double faced for a
total of 100 sq. ft. or as
allowed in provisions for
common signs._
Identification 2 sq. ft.
and integral
signs
r- -
Masonry wall
signs
Monument
signs
25 ft.
Up to 2 sq. ft. per linear foot 1 ft. less
of lot frontage, not to than the
exceed 75 sq. ft. per sign height of the
face masonry
wall
May be double faced for a
total area of 150 sq. ft.
In addition, the sign may
not exceed 15% of the total
area of the face of the
masonry wall
Up to 2 sq. ft. per linear foot
of lot frontage, not to
exceed 75 sq. ft. per sign
face
No permit is required
When 2 or more uses
are located on a lot, a
common sign may be
installed. The maximum
area of the common
sign may be 50% larger
than the area of the
maximum individual
sign allowed.
Freestanding signs are
limited to identification
only.
Up to 1 of these signs is
allowed per building.
No permit is required
At each entranceway,
up to 2 masonry wall
signs may be
established, if no
freestanding,
entranceway,
monument or other
nonbuilding signs are
located at that
entranceway.
In the ORP zone,
masonry wall signs up
to 12 ft. in height may
be established in the
required front setback,
provided the signs are
located a minimum of
20 ft. back from street
right of way lines.
5 ft When 2 or more uses
are located on a lot, a
common sign may be
installed. The maximum
May be double faced for a
total area of 150 sq. ft.
area of the common
sign may be 50% larger
than the area of the
maximum individual
sign allowed.
Monument signs are
limited to identification
only.
Window 25% of window area --
signs
Table 5B-6: Sign Specifications And Provisions For
Off Premises and Temporary Signs
Permitted
Maximum
Maximum
Signs
Sign Area
Height
Provisions
Billboards
Not to exceed the
Not to exceed
Not permitted in residential,
and other
maximum sign area
the maximum
CO -1, CN -1, CB -5, CB -10,
off
for the subject sign
sign height for
ORP and RDP zones.
premises I
type as specified in
the subject
signs
the applicable zone
sign type as
May take the form of any
and will be
specified in
type of sign allowed in the
deducted from the
the applicable
zone in which the sign is
maximum sign
zone.
located and must comply
allowance for the
with all other provisions
subject property.
Billboards: 25
specified for the subject
ft.
zone.
Billboards: 72 sq. ft.
may be double
Only 1 off premises sign is
faced for a total
allowed per lot or tract.
area of 144 sq. ft.
2 or more uses may install a
common off premises
directional sign.
Shall not be located within
300 ft. of another off
premises sign.
Shall not be located within
120 ft. of a residential zone,
parks and open space use,
educational facility,
religious/private group
assembly use, public
museum or government
administrative orjudicial
office.
Billboard signs shall not
apply toward maximum sign
allowance for the lot or
tract.
Temporary
--
No permit is required.
signs in
windows
Posters and other
nonpermanent signs in
windows are allowed, but
may only be displayed for a
temporary period of time, not
to exceed 60 days. If located
in or on required storefront
windows, window signs shall
be displayed in a manner
that does not block views
into the interior of the
storefront.
Temporary
No permit is required.
signs I
No illumination is allowed.
[In ID and
In residential
1 sign may be located on a
Residential zones:
zones: 5ft
lot and/or parcel when being
4 sq. ft.
In all other
advertised for sale or lease.
In all other zones:
zones: 10ft
32 sq. ft.
Must be displayed in yard or
Maybe double
window. Cannot be affixed
faced for a total of 8
to building.
sq. ft and 64 sq. ft.
Must be removed 48 hours
respectively.
after the sale or lease of
property.
All zones: 32 sq. ft.
In residential
1 sign may be located on a
May be double
zones: 5ft
lot and/or parcel when
faced for a total of
In all other
construction and/or
64 sq. ft.
zones: 10ft
development is occurring on
said lot or parcel. Must be
removed upon issuance of
Certificate of Occupancy or
upon completion of
construction.
All zones: 32 sq. ft.
1 sign may be located on a
In residential
May be double
zones: 5ft
development area of 2 acres
faced for a total of
In all other
or more. Must be removed
64 sq. ft.
zones: 10ft
upon the sale or lease of
50% of the lots or units in
the development.
100 sq. ft.-allowed--F-
.allowed
loft �1
sign may be located on a
in all zones except
residential zones
I
I
4 sq. ft.
May be double
sided for a total of 8
sq. ft.
lot and/or parcel for a period
not to exceed 60 days when
a business has recently
opened or is in the process
of closing or when events of
civic interest, a philanthropic
or non-profit organization
are occurring on the
property.
Banners are permitted for
these situations.
In all zones: 5 1 sign may be located on a
ft. lot and/or parcel for a period
not to exceed 14 days and '
no more than two occasions
in any calendar year.
14-9C-1: DEFINITIONS:
As used in chapter 5, article B, "Sign Regulations", of this title, the following definitions shall apply.
The general definitions contained in chapter 9, article A of this title shall apply to all terms used in
chapter 5, article B of this title that are not defined in this section.
ANIMATED SIGN: Any sign or part of a sign which, through the use of moving structural elements,
flashing or sequential lights, lighting elements, or other automated method, results in movement, or
the appearance of movement.
AWNING SIGN: A building sign placed on the surface of an awning.
BALLOON: An inflatable bag filled with gas or hot air and displayed in such a way as to attract
attention to the premises on which it is located.
BANNER: A strip of flexible material, such as cloth, paper or plastic, securely fastened on all comers
to a building or structure.
BILLBOARD: An off premises sign on which poster panels or bulletins are mounted. For purposes of
this title, billboard signs are not considered freestanding signs or monument signs.
BUILDING SIGN: Any sign attached to a building or to an appurtenance of a building in any way.
CABINET SIGN: A sign constructed like a cabinet with a flat translucent face and structural and
lighting components located within the cabinet.
CANOPY SIGN: A building sign attached to or in any way incorporated with the face, underside or
roof of a canopy, marquee or any other similar building projection. Extensions of a flat topmost roof
past a building wall are not considered canopies for purposes of this section.
CHANGEABLE COPY/CHANGEABLE COPY SIGN: A sign, or part of a sign, such as a reader
board, where the copy is easily changed manually or by electronic means as specified in chapter 5,
article B, "Sign Regulations", of this title.
COMMON SIGN: A sign that serves two (2) or more uses.
DIRECTIONAL SIGN: A sign designed to guide or direct pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
ELECTRONIC SIGN: A sign that displays a changing message through the use of an electronically
controlled and illuminated medium. An "electronic sign" is considered an animated sign.
ENTRANCEWAY SIGN: A nonbuilding 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.
FASCIA SIGN: A single -faced building sign parallel to or at an angle of not more than forty five
degrees (450) from the wall of the building on which it is mounted. Such signs do not extend more
than one foot (1') out from vertical walls nor more than one foot (1') out at the sign's closest point
from nonvertical walls.
FLAG: A generally rectangular piece of fabric or vinyl displaying a name, insignia, logo or emblem.
FREESTANDING SIGN: A sign supported by one or more uprights or braces firmly and permanently
anchored in or on the ground and not attached to any building or wall.
FREESTANDING WIDE BASE SIGN: A freestanding sign in which the uprights or braces are clad in
a permanent material such that the entire base has a monolithic or columnar line that maintains
essentially the same contour.
FREESTANDING
WIDE -BASE
SIGN
HAZARDOUS SIGN; A sign which, because of its construction or state of disrepair, may fall or cause
possible injury to passersby, as determined by the city; a sign which, because of its location, color,
illumination or animation, interferes with, obstructs the view of or is confused with any authorized
traffic sign, signal or device; or a sign which makes 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.
IDENTIFICATION SIGN: 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.
ILLUMINATED SIGN: Any sign in which a source of light is used to make the message readable. An
"Illuminated sign" need not be an electronic sign.
INTEGRAL SIGN: A sign carved into stone, concrete or other building material or made of bronze,
aluminum or other permanent type of construction and made a part of the building to which it is
attached.
MASONRY WALL SIGN: An identification sign mounted on the face or inset into a fence or wall
constructed of masonry materials. Such identification sign or set of two (2) signs shall identify one
entity or one group of entities, such as identifying an office research park or industrial park.
MONUMENT SIGN: A permanent sign, not attached to a building, which is mounted low to the
ground and does not exceed five feet (5) in height.
MONUMENT
SIGN �
NONCONFORMING SIGN: A sign, other than a prohibited sign, that does not comply with the
regulations of the zone in which it is located by reason of these or any other regulations adopted
after the installation of the sign.
OBSOLETE SIGN: A sign, or any portion of a support for that sign, that advertises an activity,
business, product or service no longer conducted.
OFF PREMISES SIGN: A sign that directs attention to a use conducted off the lot on which the sign
is located.
ON PREMISES SIGN: A sign with the primary purpose of identifying or directing attention to the lot
on which the sign is located.
PAINTED WALL SIGN: A sign painted directly on an exterior surface of a building other than the
windows.
PARAPET SIGN: A fascia sign installed on a parapet or a parapet wall.
PERMITTED SIGN: A sign allowed in the zone in which it is listed, subject to compliance with the
requirements of the sign regulations.
PLASTIC TRIM CAP LETTERS: A three dimensional channel letter with a plastic or acrylic face
affixed to the channel with a plastic trim piece.
POLITICAL SIGN: A sign promoting candidates seeking public office, a political issue or containing
other election information, such as "vote today". "Political signs" shall not be considered off premises
signs.
PORTABLE SIGN: A sign not firmly and permanently anchored or secured to either a building or the
ground and not expressly permitted in chapter 5, article B, "Sign Regulations", of this title.
POP YABEE
SIGN
POSTER: A temporary sign on a card or sheet of paper, plastic or other similar material.
PROHIBITED SIGN: A sign, other than a nonconforming sign, not permitted by this title
PROJECTING SIGN: A building sign extending more than one foot (1') out from the wall of the
building on which it is mounted. Sub types include:
STOREFRONT: A projecting sign installed on the ground floor street facing fagade of a
building and located below the second floor window sill.
UPPER LEVEL: A projecting sign made of solid durable materials located above the second
floor window sill and below the bottom of the roofline cornice or roofline if no cornice exists.
BANNER: A fabric projecting sign located above the second floor window sill and below the
bottom of the roofline cornice or roofline if no cornice exists.
PUBLIC ART: Any work of art exposed to public view from any street right of way which does not
contain any advertising, commercial symbolism, such as logos and trademarks, or any
representation of a product.
PUBLIC PLACE: Any public street, way, place, alley, sidewalk, square, plaza, pedestrian mall or city
owned right of way, or any other public property owned or controlled by the city and dedicated for
public use.
ROOF SIGN: A sign installed on or above a roof of a building and affixed to the roof.
SIGN
SEASONAL DECORATION: A display, which does not constitute a sign, pertaining to recognized
national, state or local holidays and observances.
SIGN: Any structure or medium, including its component parts, visible to the public from a street or
public right of way and used or intended to be used to direct attention to a business, product,
service, subject, idea, premises or thing. "Signs" shall not include buildings or landscaping. The term
"sign" includes, but is not limited to, all reading matter, letters, numerals, pictorial representations,
emblems, trademarks, inscriptions and pattems, whether affixed to a building or separate from a
building. This definition does not include public art, seasonal decorations and directional symbols on
paved surfaces.
SIGN FACE: The surface of the sign on which reading material, letters, numerals, pictorial
representations, emblems, trademarks, inscription or patterns are affixed.
SIGN WALL: The wall of a building on which a sign is mounted, including elements of the wall or any
member or group of members which defines the exterior boundaries of the side of the building on
which the sign is mounted and which has a slope of forty five degrees (45") or greater with the
horizontal plane.
SPINNER: A device shaped like a propeller and designed to rotate in the wind to attract attention to
the premises on which it is located.
SWINGING SIGN: A sign that, because of its design, construction, suspension or attachment, is free
to swing or move noticeably because of pressure from the wind.
TEMPORARY SIGN: Temporary signs are constructed of temporary materials, such as paper,
cardboard, wallboard or plywood, with or without a structural frame, and are intended for a
temporary period of display.
TIME AND TEMPERATURE SIGN: A projecting identification sign that shows the current time and
temperature in an electronic, changeable copy format in a manner similar to the following illustration:
WALL MURAL PAINTED SIGN: An identification sign painted directly on an alley wall or on a non -
street facing building wall that contains the main entrance to a business and is incorporated into a
larger painted mural.
WINDOW SIGN: A sign affixed to a window, embedded in a window, or hanging adjacent to a
window and obviously intended to be viewed by the public through the window. This type of sign is
designed to be more permanent in nature and is intended to be displayed for an extended and
indeterminate period of time. This definition does not include merchandise or product displays,
posters, temporary signs painted on windows or other temporary signs.