These regulations are adopted pursuant to the Zoning Bylaw, §
185-35.
SIGN
A sign is defined as an identification, description, emblem
or display which is affixed to, printed on, or represented directly
or indirectly upon the exterior of a building or structure, or upon
a parcel of land, which is visible and intended to be visible from
public places and which directs or calls attention to a person, place,
product, institution, business, organization, activity or service.
Mailboxes, occupant name plates, house and apartment numbers, historical
markers and holiday decorations are excluded from this definition.
The Dover Planning Board has adopted this chapter with the following
objectives:
A. To provide guidance to residents and business owners regarding the
size, number and other characteristics of signs that are appropriate
and acceptable in various locations.
B. To encourage attractive and functional signs that enhance the visual
environment.
C. To discourage visual clutter.
D. To implement the §
185-35 (Signs) of the Zoning Bylaw by establishing administrative procedures for the submission to, and review and approval by, the Planning Board of requests for sign permits.