[R.O. 2011 § 400.1830; R.O. 2009
§ 156.765; Ord. No. 02-172, 7-10-2002; Ord. No. 02-276, 11-22-2002; Ord. No. 10-142 § 22, 7-8-2010; Ord.
No. 10-244 § 1, 11-18-2010; Ord. No. 11-100 § 1, 5-20-2011]
A. "SMPD" South Main Preservation District.
The purpose of this Section is to allow adequate signage for pedestrian-oriented
historic commercial areas, yet at the same time exclude signage which
would be detrimental to property values and the character of the district.
1.
General Regulations.
a.
No sign or graphic may be displayed
without first obtaining a certificate of appropriateness from the
HLPARB.
b.
No sign or graphic shall be permitted
in the district unless the sign relates to or advertises a business
within the district.
c.
Signs shall not obscure architectural
details or features.
d.
Any projecting sign displayed over
a public walkway must be at least eight (8) feet above the walkway.
2.
Wall, Projecting, Window And Awning
Signs.
a.
Each building within the district
shall be allowed one (1) wall sign per business located within the
building. Additionally, buildings with rear entryways shall be allowed
one (1) additional wall sign on the rear wall of the building. The
size of any wall sign shall be no more than three-fourths (0.75) square
feet per lineal foot of the occupant's portion of building frontage,
provided that the aggregate size of all wall signs combined shall
not exceed sixteen (16) square feet.
b.
Wall signs shall not be located above
second story windows.
c.
Each building within the district
shall be allowed one (1) projecting sign for each frontage of a building;
provided, that projecting signs shall not be allowed on any building
wall facing Main Street which already has a wall sign.
d.
Projecting signs shall be allowed
a maximum size of thirty-hundredths (0.30) square feet per lineal
foot of building frontage, provided that the maximum size of the face
of any projecting sign shall not exceed five and one-half (5.5) square
feet.
e.
Window signs are prohibited.
f.
Awning, canopy and umbrella signs
are prohibited.
3.
Multiple-Occupant Buildings And Directory
Signs. Whenever there is more than one (1) occupant in any building,
it shall be the responsibility of the building owner to allocate the
permitted signage. Directory signs are permitted where there is more
than one (1) occupant per building. Directory signs shall be excluded
in the calculation of the total amount of building signage permitted.
Maximum one hundred (100) square inches per tenant or four hundred
(400) square inches, whichever is less.
4.
Freestanding Signs. Freestanding
signs other than pole signs are prohibited. Pole signs shall be permitted
under only one (1) of the following circumstances:
a.
Lots with a building having a front
yard setback of at least fifteen (15) feet from the right-of-way may
erect one (1) pole sign in a front yard.
b.
Building walls with business entrances
not facing Main Street may be allowed to erect a pole sign along South
Main Street, however, if a pole sign exists on the property, the business
shall only be permitted to install a sign face on the existing pole.
c.
Pole signs shall be allowed a maximum
size of one-fourth (0.25) square feet per lineal foot of building
frontage, provided that the maximum size of the face of any pole sign
panel shall not exceed five and one-half (5.5) square feet total for
the entire face.
5.
Temporary Signs. The following regulations
shall control temporary signs:
a.
Banners. One (1) banner or grand
opening sign per occupant is permitted of no more than thirty-two
(32) square feet. Permits for banners and grand opening signs shall
be valid for a maximum of thirty (30) days. Each occupant shall be
issued no more than one (1) banner permit per calendar year. Banners
and grand opening signs require prior approval by the HLPARB.
b.
Handbills. One (1) handbill advertising
special events may be placed in one (1) window in a building. Handbills
meeting this requirement do not require approval by the HLPARB.
c.
"Open" And "Closed" Signs. Open and
closed signs shall not exceed one (1) square foot in size and must
be constructed of natural material such as wood or of a material which
simulates a natural material. Fluorescent cardboard and brightly colored
"open" and "closed" signs shall be prohibited. Open and closed signs
meeting this requirement do not require prior approval by the HLPARB.
d.
Menus. Restaurants shall be allowed
to display a house menu which shall be permanently affixed and shall
not exceed eighteen (18) inches by twelve (12) inches in size.
e.
Real Estate And Builders Signs. One
(1) real estate, builder or "for sale" sign will be permitted in the
front and rear of each building with a maximum size of sixteen (16)
square feet per sign. Signs may only be displayed for as long as the
property is for lease, sale or under construction. Real estate, builder
and "for sale" signs meeting these requirements do not require approval
from the HLPARB.
6.
Signs On Vehicles. Signs attached
to, painted on or placed on a vehicle (including a trailer) that is
parked in the South Main Preservation District shall be prohibited.
This provision is not to be construed as prohibiting the identification
of a firm or its principal products on vehicles operating during the
normal course of business or as prohibiting the parking of vehicles.
7.
Lighting Of Signs. Lighting of signs
shall be from an indirect source and lights shall be hidden from direct
view. Fluorescent lights are prohibited.
8.
Neon Signs. Neon lights in any form,
including neon signs are prohibited.
B. "HDD" Historic Downtown District.
1.
General Regulations.
a.
No sign or graphic may be displayed
without first obtaining a certificate of appropriateness from the
HLPARB.
b.
No sign or graphic shall be permitted
in the district unless the sign relates to or advertises a business
within the district.
c.
Signs shall be compatible with the
architecture of the building and the Historic Downtown District.
2.
Wall, Projecting, Window And Awning
Signs.
a.
Each building is permitted a maximum
sum total of all wall, projecting and window signage of one (1) square
foot of signage per each lineal foot of frontage of the building.
Where there are two (2) or more frontages, the average of frontages
shall be computed to determine the signage allotment under this formula.
One (1) additional sign is permitted on the rear of each building
with a maximum size of fifty percent (50%) of that allowed on the
front, provided that the area of the rear elevation signage shall
count towards the total sign area for the building.
b.
Each building within the district
is allowed one (1) projecting sign per tenant. Projecting signs shall
be included in the calculation of the total amount of building signage
permitted. Projecting signs must clear a sidewalk or walkway at least
eight (8) feet.
c.
Multiple-Occupant Buildings And Directory
Signs. Whenever there is more than one (1) occupant in any building,
it shall be the responsibility of the building owner to allocate the
permitted signage. Directory signs are permitted where there is more
than one (1) occupant per building. Directory signs shall be excluded
in the calculation of the total amount of building signage permitted.
Maximum one hundred (100) square inches per tenant.
d.
Each occupant within the district
is allowed permanent window signs with a maximum size of thirty-three
percent (33%) of the panes of glass of space which the tenant occupies.
Allowable window signage will include signs or graphics which are
painted, attached to, in proximity or within three (3) feet of window
area or part of a signage which is part of a window area. The area
of window signage shall be measured as the area of the smallest possible
rectangle encompassing all sign elements, including letters and graphics.
Window signs shall be included in the calculation of the total amount
of building signage permitted.
e.
In addition to other wall, projecting
and window signage, each occupant serving food and beverages is entitled
to display one (1) menu of a maximum size of four hundred (400) square
inches which shall not be included in the calculation for total allowable
building signage. A minimum seventy-five percent (75%) of menu sign
shall be used for displaying menu items. To be eligible for a menu
sign, tenants must derive at least fifty percent (50%) of its gross
revenue from the sale of food.
f.
Awning and canopy signs are permitted,
the size of which shall be calculated by its actual area and shall
be included in the calculation for total allowable building signage.
3.
Freestanding And Outdoor Signs.
a.
Freestanding Signs. Freestanding
signs are permitted within the "HDD" only on properties which front
on Second Street or Third Street. One (1) freestanding sign not to
exceed three-fourths (0.75) square feet per lineal foot of frontage
of the building for the first fifty (50) lineal feet and one-half
(0.50) square feet per lineal foot of frontage of the building for
footage in excess of fifty (50) lineal feet is permitted for each
shopping center, office center or combinations thereof. Where there
are two (2) or more frontages, the average of frontages shall be computed
to determine the signage allotment under this formula.
b.
A-Frame Or Sandwich Board Signs.
Each occupant is entitled to one (1) A-frame or sandwich board sign
with a maximum size of thirty (30) inches wide and forty-eight (48)
inches in height per side. A-frame or sandwich board signs shall be
located no less than twenty-five (25) feet apart from each other and
may be displayed only during hours of operation. A-frame or sandwich
board signs shall be excluded from the total allowable building signage
based on frontage.
4.
Temporary Signs.
a.
Miscellaneous Attention-Getting Devices.
Banners and balloons may be used by permit only. A maximum of one
(1) banner of no more than thirty-two (32) square feet shall be permitted
per property. Permits for banners shall be valid for a maximum of
thirty (30) days. Permits for balloons shall be valid for a maximum
of seven (7) days. Each occupant shall be issued no more than three
(3) balloon permits per calendar year and four (4) banner permits
per calendar year per occupant. Balloons shall be flown no more than
thirty-five (35) feet in height.
b.
"Open" And "Closed" Signs. Open and
closed signs shall not exceed one (1) square foot in size and shall
be displayed at or near the entrance. Open and closed signs meeting
this requirement do not require approval by the HLPARB.
c.
Real Estate And Builders Signs. One
(1) real estate builder or "for sale" sign will be permitted in the
front and rear of each building with a maximum size of sixteen (16)
square feet per sign. Signs may only be displayed for as long as the
property is for lease, sale or under construction. Real estate, builder
and "for sale" signs do not require approval from the HLPARB so long
as these requirements are met.
d.
Signs On Vehicles. Signs attached
to, painted on or placed on a vehicle or trailer parked in Historic
Downtown District shall be prohibited. This provision is not to be
construed as prohibiting the identification of a firm or its principal
products on vehicles operating during the normal course of business
or as prohibiting the parking of vehicles.
5.
Illumination Of Signs. Internal illumination
of signs is prohibited. Only a steady concealed source of light shall
be permitted for signs within the district.
6.
Neon lights in any form,, including neon signs, shall be prohibited except that any retail, restaurant or beverage business may display one (1) neon sign of not more than four (4) square feet in a first floor window, provided that the sign advertises food, beverages, products or services provided on the premises and does not incorporate the name or logo of the business itself. Neon signs meeting these requirements do not require approval by the HLPARB and shall not be subject to the regulations contained in Section
400.1830(B)(2),(5),(7),(8) or (9).
7.
Sign Design. Signs shall utilize
colors from the approved paint color chart adopted by the HLPARB or
shall use colors with proven historical relevance that may be approved
by the HLPARB.
8.
Sign Materials. Painted wood and
metal are appropriate sign materials. Plastic should only be used
in limited amounts or when disguised to look otherwise.
9.
Letter size and styles should be
compatible with the building.
10.
Hanging Devices. Projecting signs
should be attached by use of period appropriate devices. Modern-looking
chains, hooks and other visible devices should be avoided. A sign
shall be installed in a workmanlike manner and hide from view such
fixtures as guy wires, braces, angle irons, cables, nuts and bolts,
brackets, mounting plates, conductors, transformers, conduits, raceways
and similar fixtures.
C. "FHD" Frenchtown Historic District.
1.
General Regulations.
a.
No sign or graphic may be displayed
without first obtaining a certificate of appropriateness from the
HLPARB.
b.
No sign or graphic shall be permitted
in the district unless the sign relates to or advertises a business
within the district.
c.
Signs shall be compatible with the
architecture of the building and the Frenchtown Historic District.
2.
Wall, Projecting, Window And Awning
Signs.
a.
Each building is permitted a maximum
sum total of all wall, projecting and window signage of one (1) square
foot of signage per each lineal foot of frontage of the building.
Where there are two (2) or more frontages, the average of frontages
shall be computed to determine the signage allotment under this formula.
One (1) additional sign is permitted on the rear of each building
with a maximum of fifty percent (50%) of that allowed on the front.
b.
Each building within the district
is allowed one projecting or monument sign per tenant. Projecting
and monument signs shall be included in the calculation of the total
amount of building signage permitted. Projecting signs must clear
a sidewalk or walkway by at least eight (8) feet.
c.
Multiple-Occupant Buildings And Directory
Signs. Wherever there is more than one occupant in any building, it
shall be the responsibility of the building owner to allocate the
permitted signage. Directory signs are permitted where there is more
than one (1) occupant per building. Directory signs shall be excluded
in the calculation of the total amount of building signage permitted.
Maximum one hundred (100) square inches per tenant.
d.
Each occupant within the district
is allowed permanent window signage with a maximum size of fifty percent
(50%) of the panes of glass of space which the tenant occupies. Allowable
window signage will include signs or graphics which are painted, attached
to, in proximity or within three (3) feet of the window area or part
of a signage which is part of a window area. The area of window signage
shall be measured as the area of the smallest possible rectangle encompassing
all sign elements, including letters and graphics. Window signs shall
be included in the calculation of the total amount of building signage
permitted.
e.
In addition to other wall, projecting
and window signage, each occupant serving food and beverages is entitled
to display one (1) menu of a maximum size of four hundred (400) square
inches which shall not be included in the calculation for total allowable
window signage. A minimum seventy-five percent (75%) of menu sign
shall be used for displaying menu items. To be eligible for a menu
sign, tenants must derive at least fifty percent (50%) of its gross
revenue from the sale of food.
f.
Awning and canopy signs are permitted,
the size of which shall be calculated by its actual area and shall
be included in the calculation for total allowable building signage.
3.
Freestanding And Outdoor Signs.
a.
Freestanding Signs. One (1) freestanding
monument sign not to exceed three-fourths (0.75) square feet per lineal
foot of frontage of the building for the first fifty (50) lineal feet
and one-half (0.50) square feet per lineal foot of frontage of the
building for footage in excess of fifty (50) lineal feet is permitted
for each shop, office center or combination thereof. Where there are
two (2) or more frontages, the average of frontages shall be computed
to determine the signage allotment under this formula. The maximum
height of a freestanding sign shall be six (6) feet.
b.
A-Frame Or Sandwich Board Signs.
Each occupant is entitled to one (1) A-frame or sandwich board sign
with a maximum size of thirty (30) inches wide and forty-eight (48)
inches in height per side. A-frame or sandwich board signs shall be
located no less than twenty-five (25) feet apart from each other and
may be displayed only during hours of operation. A-frame or sandwich
board signs shall be excluded from the total allowable building signage
based on frontage.
4.
Temporary Signs.
a.
Miscellaneous Attention-Getting Devices
— Banners. Banners may be used by permit only. A maximum of
one (1) banner of no more than thirty-two (32) square feet shall be
permitted per property of less than twenty thousand (20,000) square
feet of retail or office space. Those businesses, companies or institutions
which occupy more than twenty thousand (20,000) square feet of office
or commercial space may have one (1) banner of not more than ninety-six
(96) square feet. Permits for banners shall be valid for a maximum
of thirty (30) days. Each occupant shall be issued no more than four
(4) banner permits per calendar year. At the discretion of the Director
of Community Development, banners announcing awards, honors, anniversaries,
grand openings or other milestones may be displayed for more than
thirty (30) days, but no more than ninety (90) days.
b.
"Open" And "Closed" Signs. Open and
closed signs shall not exceed one (1) square foot in size and shall
be displayed at or near the entrance. Open and closed signs meeting
this requirement do not require approval by the HLPARB.
c.
Real Estate And Builder Signs. One
(1) real estate, builder or "for sale" sign will be permitted in the
front and rear of each building with a maximum size of sixteen (16)
square feet per sign. Signs may only be displayed for as long as the
property is for lease, sale or under construction. Real estate, builder
and "for sale" signs do not require approval from the HLPARB so long
as these requirements are met.
d.
Signs On Vehicles. Signs attached
to, painted on or placed on a vehicle or trailer parked in the Frenchtown
Historic District shall be prohibited. This provision is not intended
to be construed as prohibiting identification of a firm or its principal
products on vehicles operating during the normal course of business
or as prohibiting the parking of vehicles.
5.
Illumination Of Signs. Internal illumination
of signs is prohibited. Only a steady, concealed source of light shall
be permitted for signs within the district.
6.
Any retail, restaurant or beverage
business may display one (1) neon sign of not more than six (6) square
feet in a first-floor window, provided the sign advertises food, beverage,
products or services provided on premises. Neon signs are further
prohibited for use as open signs or to advertise hours of operation.
7.
Sign Design. Signs shall utilize
colors from the approved paint color chart adopted by the HLPARB or
shall use colors with proven historical relevance that may be approved
by the HLPARB.
8.
Sign Materials. Painted wood and
metal are appropriate sign materials. Plastic should only be used
in limited amounts or when disguised to look otherwise.
9.
Letter Size And Letter Styles. Size
and style should be compatible with the building.
10.
Hanging Devices. Projecting signs
should be attached by use of period appropriate devices. Modern-looking
chains, hooks and other visible devices should be avoided. A sign
shall be installed in a workmanlike manner and hide from view such
fixtures as guy wires, braces, angle irons, cables, nuts and bolts,
brackets, mounting plates, conductors, transformers, conduits, raceways
and similar fixtures.
D. "EHP" Extended Historic Preservation District.
1.
General Regulations.
a.
No sign or graphic may be displayed
on a building constructed before 1960 without first obtaining a Certificate
of Appropriateness from the HLPARB.
b.
No sign or graphic shall be permitted
in the district unless the sign relates to or advertises a business
within the district.
c.
Signs shall be compatible with the
architecture of the building on which the sign will be located.
d.
In reviewing applications for a Certificate
of Appropriateness, criteria provided in Divisions 1 through 8 of
this Article shall be used.
E. "LMPD" Landmarks Preservation District.
1.
General Regulations.
a.
No sign or graphic may be displayed
without first obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness from the
HLPARB.
b.
No sign or graphic shall be permitted
in the district unless the sign relates to or advertises a business
within the district.
c.
Signs shall be compatible with the
architecture of the building on which the sign will be located.
d.
In reviewing applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness for building frontages located along Boone's Lick Road and building frontages north of the 1100 Block of South Main Street, the criteria provided in Section
400.1830(A) shall be used.
e.
In reviewing applications for a Certificate
of Appropriateness for building frontages not located along Boone's
Lick Road and building frontages south of the 1000 Block of South
Main Street, the criteria provided in Divisions 1 through 6 and 8
of this Article shall be used.