Any structure or part thereof, or any device attached thereto
or painted thereon, or any material or thing, illuminated or otherwise,
which displays or includes any numeral, letter, word, model, banner,
emblem, device, trademark or other representation used as an announcement,
designation, direction, display or advertisement of any person, firm,
group, organization, commodity, service, profession or enterprise
when placed in such a manner that it is in view of the general public
out of doors. A "sign" which is deemed to be visible to the general
public out of doors shall include, but not be limited to, anything
which is affixed to the inside surface of transparent windows or doors
or is displayed within four feet of such surfaces and is intended
to be seen from streets, parking areas or sidewalks. The term "sign"
shall not include the flag or insignia of any government or the flag
of any civic, political, charitable, religious, patriotic, fraternal
or similar organization, provided that such is hung on a flagpole
or mast, nor shall it include any religious or other seasonal holiday
decorations which do not contain a commercial message.
[Amended 3-11-1996 by L.L. No. 2-1996]