§ 6-3.7. Street Sign Classification.

a.

The classification of street signs and the special conditions pertaining to each classification shall be as set out in paragraphs b. to o.

b.

Flat or curved signs, whether plain or electric. The face of any such sign shall be parallel to the face of the building, and the sign shall be fastened directly thereto. Such signs shall project not more than ten (10″) inches from the face of the building unless the sign is eight (8′) feet or more above the sidewalk, in which case they may project not to exceed eighteen (18″) inches.

c.

Drum signs, which shall be attached to the pilasters or entrances of buildings. Such signs shall project not more than eight (8″) inches from the face of the building unless the sign is eight (8′) feet or more above the sidewalk, in which case they may project not to exceed eighteen (18″) inches. Provided, an electric drum sign ten (10′) feet or more above the sidewalk may project not more than four (4′) feet.

d.

"V" signs, which shall be attached at their ends to the face of the building. Such signs shall have a maximum height of four (4′) feet, and shall project from the face of the building not more than eight (8″) inches unless the sign is eight (8′) feet or more above the sidewalk, in which case they may project not to exceed eighteen (18″) inches. Provided, an electric "V" sign ten (10′) feet or more above the sidewalk may project not more than four (4′) feet.

e.

Barber pole and similar type signs, which shall be free from any separate signs attached thereto. Such signs shall project not more than fourteen (14″) inches from the face of the building, and the lowest point thereof shall be at least six (6′) feet six (6″) inches above the sidewalk. The design of barber pole signs shall meet the approval of the Building Inspector, shall contain no advertising, numbering or lettering, and shall be erected only with the consent of the owner of the building.

f.

Fixed horizontal double face nonelectric signs. Such signs shall have a maximum height of four (4′) feet and they shall not project more than three (3′) feet six (6″) inches from the face of the building, nor have the lowest point of such sign or support or less than ten (10′) feet above the sidewalk. Such signs, if they project more than eighteen (18″) inches from the face of the building, shall be constructed entirely of not less than twenty-six (26) U.S. gauge galvanized sheet metal, and consist of two (2) separate sheets of metal riveted or bolted to a common edging completely surrounding the sign faces, and the sign faces shall be not less than four (4″) inches apart to insure required rigidity.

g.

Fixed horizontal double or triple face electric signs. Such signs shall have a maximum height not to exceed five (5′) feet, nor shall they project more than six (6′) feet from the face of the building, nor have the lowest point of sign or support less than ten (10′) feet above the sidewalk.

Such signs shall be permanently and securely fastened to and supported by the building.

h.

Swingable horizontal double face electric signs. Such signs shall have a maximum height of not to exceed five (5′) feet, nor shall they project more than eight (8′) feet from the face of the building, nor have the lowest point of sign or support less than ten (10′) feet above the sidewalk. Such signs shall be mounted in such a way as to permit their being swung back parallel with the building face (in case of emergencies, such as fire), but shall be fastened permanently with galvanized metal cables and turnbuckles in their extended position for normal usage.

i.

Double face vertical electric signs, which shall be illuminated on both sides. The face of any such sign shall be set at right angles to the face of the building, except that at a corner of the building which is also a street corner, the sign may be so set that the plane of the sign bisects the angle formed by the intersecting wall faces. The limiting dimensions pertaining to such signs shall be as follows:

Height Above Sidewalk	Maximum Projection From Face of Building	Minimum Length of Sign
10	4	8
12	5	10
15	6	20
18	7	30
20	8	40
23	9	50
25	10	60

 

j.

Single face vertical electric signs, which shall have a maximum width of six (6′) feet, and shall be placed either flat against a building or at an angle of forty-five (45″) degrees with the walls at a corner thereof which is also a street corner. Such signs shall be not less than ten (10′) feet above the sidewalk, nor shall any portion project above the fire wall of the building.

k.

Lighting fixtures or units with transparent or translucent globes or shades on which letters or figures may be placed. Such lighting fixtures or units may be installed on the front of the building or premises; shall have vertical clearance of at least eight (8′) feet above the sidewalk; shall project not more than two and one-half (2 1/2′) feet beyond the property line; and shall be safely constructed and installed to the approval of the Superintendent of the Electric Department.

l.

Signs supported upon marquises. Such signs shall be not less than ten (10′) feet above the sidewalk, and their vertical dimension shall be not more than seventy-five (75%) percent of the projection of the marquise from the face of the building.

m.

All marquises shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the provisions of the building laws of the City. In addition to such provisions, no marquise shall be erected over a public street, or any part thereof, except upon approval of the City Manager given after consent thereto is secured from all persons leasing or owning property fronting on the side of the street where such marquise is proposed to be erected and within one hundred (100′) feet of the proposed marquise. All marquises shall be constructed of metal only, or of metal and wire glass, except flooring or decking which may be of wood covered with metal.

n.

When the maximum height of a marquise or marquise sign does not exceed fourteen (14′) feet six (6″) inches above curb grade, the maximum projection of any part of the marquise or marquise sign beyond the property line shall be not more than to within twenty-eight (28″) inches of the face of the curb, and when the height of the marquise or marquise sign exceeds fourteen (14′) feet six (6″) inches above curb grade, the maximum projection of any part of the marquise or marquise sign beyond the property line shall be not more than to within thirty-two (32″) inches of the face of the curb.

o.

Sidewalk Clocks. Sidewalk clocks shall be ornamental in character and construction, the design thereof to be subject to the approval of the Building Inspector. Such clocks shall be placed adjacent to and away from the curb a distance to be determined by the Building Inspector and depending upon the design of the clock, shall not be less than ten (10′) feet above the sidewalk, and the clock face shall be not less than two (2′) feet nor more than three (3′) feet in diameter. No advertising, words, lettering or inscription, or anything, other than the name of the person or firm at whose expense and in front of whose premises any such clock is erected or maintained, shall be painted, fastened or otherwise exhibited on such clock, or upon the pole or stand supporting same. Failure to comply with the foregoing provisions shall be cause for revocation of the permit granted for such sidewalk clock.

(Ord. No. 535 N.S. 12-261—12-2615)