§ 16.5-9. Subdivision entry signs.

Subdivision entry signs are allowed at the primary entrance into a subdivision, subject to the following standards:

(1)

Subdivision entry signs are allowed at one (1) primary entrance unless the subdivision has entrances on two (2) different major arterials in such case an entrance sign may be placed on each of the major arterial roadways;

(2)

Subdivision entry signs must be monument signs subject to the definition of this Code and may contain a maximum of forty (40) square feet per sign face with a maximum height of six (6) feet;

(3)

Subdivision entry signs must be constructed of stone, brick and masonry material(s) other than CMU and stucco and must be compatible with surrounding development.

(4)

Subdivision entry signs must be setback a minimum of five (5) feet from the property line outside of the required sight triangle [defined as a sight visibility triangle defined by measuring twenty-five (25) feet to a point along the property lines and joining said points to form the hypotenuse of the triangle and located outside of any public utility easement].

(5)

Subdivision entry signs must provide a landscaped area equal to twice the area of the sign face.

a.

Irrigation must be provided.

b.

The owners and subsequent owners of the landscaped property shall be responsible for the maintenance of the landscaped area.

c.

Must be submitted as part of master sign plan and construction plans.

d.

All landscape materials shall be maintained so to insure an attractive appearance and a healthy vigorous, growth environment.

(Ord. No. 2010-20, §§ 1, 2, 5-18-10)