Granting a variance from the sign regulations shall be based
on a finding that the variance will not be contrary to the intent
of this chapter where, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement
of the provisions of this chapter would result in exceptional practical
difficulties. Additionally, the approval of a variance shall be granted
based on one or more of the following:
A. That there are exceptional or unusual circumstances applicable to
the property involved which do not apply generally to properties in
the vicinity with the same zoning, such as, but not limited to:
(1) The presence of a legal, nonconforming use;
(3) Unusual building location on site;
(4) Unusual building design, architectural style, or historic significance;
and/or
(5) The dimensions, street frontage, and area of the lot or parcel.
B. The sign for which a variance is requested is a nonconforming sign
that acts as a neighborhood landmark or focal point while not disrupting
views of prominent community landscape features. When granting a variance,
the Board of Adjustment shall require that as many nonconforming elements
of the sign as possible be eliminated while allowing its basic form
and character to remain.
C. The variance is consistent with the intent and purpose of this chapter
and will not constitute a grant of special privilege or entitlement
inconsistent with the limitations applied to other properties in the
vicinity with the same zoning.
D. The variance fosters superior design, will not result in visual clutter,
and is consistent with the intent and purpose of these Sign Regulations.