[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 1]
It is recognized that signs perform important functions in identifying
residences and businesses. It is hereby found and declared, however,
that control of signs is necessary to promote the health, safety,
and general welfare by lessening hazards to pedestrian and vehicular
traffic, by preserving property values, by preventing unsightly and
detrimental development which has a blighting influence upon residential,
business, and industrial uses, by preventing signs from reaching such
excessive size that they obscure one another to the detriment of all
concerned, and by securing certain fundamentals of design for the
Borough.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 2]
In all zoning districts within the Borough, signs may be erected,
altered, maintained, used, or moved only when in accordance with the
provisions of these regulations and any other Borough ordinances and
regulations.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 3]
A sign that moves or has an optical illusion of moving, such
as the movement of any illumination or the flashing or varying of
light intensity to depict action or create a special effect or scene,
or a sign that has changing messages, provided that the following
types of signs shall not be considered animated signs:
A permanently mounted wall or freestanding sign for the sole
purpose of announcing events of institutional uses where the text
display may be physically changed.
A temporary sign that is not otherwise allowed as a freestanding
sign and shall be limited to cloth, flexible plastic, vinyl, or similar
material (i.e., no cardboard, wood, rigid plastics, etc.).
Any light with one or more beams directed into the atmosphere
or directed at one or more points not on the same lot as the light
source; also, any light with one or more beams that rotate or move.
A permanently mounted wall, freestanding or projecting on-premises
sign where the text display may be changed (physically or electronically)
according to the needs of the commercial or institutional use. A changeable
copy sign is not a temporary sign. Electronic changeable copy signs
include computer programmable, microprocessor controlled electronic
displays. A sign on which the message changes more than every eight
seconds (except for time and temperature) shall be considered an animated
sign and not an electronic changeable copy sign for the purposes of
this Part.
A type of freestanding or wall sign designed to identify
the name and/or location of multiple occupants on the same lot or
in the same building, commercial or industrial in character, with
or without an accompanying map.
An off-premises sign that displays electronic, static images,
static graphics or static pictures, with or without text information,
defined by a small number of matrix elements using different combinations
of light emitting diodes (LEDs), fiber optics, light bulbs or other
illumination devices within the display area where the message change
sequence is accomplished immediately or by means of fade. Electronic
graphic display signs shall include computer programmable, microprocessor
controlled electronic or digital displays.
A sign that is attached to, placed upon, or hung from any
covered structure projecting from and supported by a building and
which extends beyond the facade of the building, such as a canopy,
an awning, a marquee, etc.
A sign permanently supported by an upright pole(s) which
is permanently anchored into the ground. An outdoor advertising sign
(off-premises) is not considered a freestanding sign for purposes
of ordinance regulation.
Any vehicle or trailer which has attached thereto or thereon
any sign or advertising device for the basic purpose of providing
advertisement of products or directing people to a business or activity
located on the same or nearby property or any other premises. These
shall not include business logos, identification or advertising on
vehicles primarily used for other business proposes.
Self-supporting, double faced, A-frame sign, also known as
a sandwich board, or similar type sign, capable of displaying daily
specials. Such signs shall only be permitted in accordance with the
requirements of this Part and are subject to removal each evening.
A sign which is not fixed to a permanent supporting structure
or building and is displayed on either a temporary or long-term basis.
Any sign composed in whole or in part of a series of vertical
or horizontal slats or cylinders that are capable of being rotated
at intervals so that partial rotation of the group of slats or cylinders
produces a different image and, when properly functioning, allows
on a single sign structure the display at any given time one of two
or more images.
A sign with an area not exceeding two square feet (288 square
inches) indicating the profession or service of the occupant.
A sign with an area not exceeding two square feet (288 square
inches) indicating the profession, activity, or name of the occupant
of a dwelling.
A sign which directs attention to a business, industry, profession,
commodity, service or entertainment not necessarily sold or offered
on the premises where the sign is located.
A type of large-scale freestanding sign which directs attention
to a business, industry, profession, commodity, service or entertainment
not necessarily sold or offered on the premises where the sign is
located.
A sign which displays or identifies an individual, individuals,
slate of candidates, or political party standing or running for election
in a primary or general election event for a federal, state, county,
or local municipal office, and/or a sign supporting, opposing, or
commenting upon a referendum issue placed upon the ballot for consideration
by the general voting public in either a primary or general election.
A sign that is wholly or partly dependent upon a building
for support and that projects more than 12 inches from such building.
Such sign shall have a minimum clearance height of eight feet above
the ground level immediately below the sign, and shall not extend
above the roof line of a flat roof or above the eaves of a sloped
roof, nor shall a sign project more than four feet from the face of
the building.
A sign with an area not exceeding two square feet bearing
only property number, street address, post box numbers, or the names
of occupants or the name of the dwelling in residential districts,
provided the characters do not exceed three inches in height.
A sign which is used to offer for sale, lease, or rent the
premises upon which such sign is placed.
Any device, fixture, placard or structure that uses any color,
form, graphic, illumination, symbol or writing to advertise, announce
or identify the purpose of a person or entity, or to communicate information
of any kind to the public.
A sign or advertising display constructed of cloth, canvas,
paper, corrugated cardboard or plastic, plywood, or other light material,
and/or designed or intended to be displayed, either on-premises or
off-premises, for a short period of time.
A vehicle to which a sign is painted or affixed and which
is used or parked in such a manner that carrying of such a sign or
signs is no longer incidental to the vehicle's primary purpose,
but becomes a primary purpose in itself.
A sign mounted parallel to the face of a building or wall,
not projecting above the eaves of the structure and not projecting
more than 12 inches from the plane or facade of the building or wall.
A sign permanently painted or appliqued on to a storefront
window which can be seen through the window, containing only the name
of the establishment and the type of establishment. A storefront window
shall be defined as a window on the same side of the building where
the main door to the establishment is located, or a window which is
located in the main door to an establishment, or a door made of glass,
or such window or door in the side of a building which faces a public
street, right-of-way, or common parking lot.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 4]
1.
The erection of a sign is regulated unless specifically exempt from
regulation. The erection shall include any building, construction,
attachment, hanging, suspension, alteration, removal or relocation
of a sign of any type.
3.
The Borough Zoning Officer will provide applications for sign permits,
fee information, inspection requirements, and application requirements
dealing with submission of drawings and construction information.
4.
Location of a Sign. A sign may be erected on a lot only if it conforms
to this Part.
A.
Public Right-of-Way. In no case, except for a banner sign as may be permitted by Borough Council in accordance with § 19-106, Subsection 4, shall any sign other than highway or traffic signs be erected within or project out into the right-of-way of any street. No sign shall be located closer than five feet from any existing or future right-of-way.
B.
Entrance or Exit to a Building. No signs shall be erected or installed
in such a way as to block or obstruct any exit or entrance including
emergency exits or entrances of any building or other structure, nor
shall any sign obstruct or interfere with or be attached to any part
of any fire escape or fire tower.
C.
Signs on Public Property. No signs shall be erected or maintained
on any property owned by the Borough except with the express permission
of the Borough given by the Council at its duly convened public meeting.
D.
Signs Placed in a Parking Area or Fire Lane. No sign shall be erected
or maintained in any parking space or any fire lane so as to obstruct,
impede, or impair the free use and access of such parking space or
fire lane.
E.
Signs That Cause Traffic or Pedestrian Hazards. No sign shall be
placed in such a position that it will be a danger to traffic on a
street, to traffic entering a street, or to pedestrians on a public
sidewalk. All signs shall conform to the following standards:
(2)
No sign shall be erected or maintained within a distance of
25 feet from the intersection of any street lines or the intersection
of a street line with the edge of a private accessway, unless the
location of the sign is situated at least eight feet above the level
of the street center line.
(3)
No sign shall obstruct the sight distance from any vehicle leaving
a driveway. The minimum setback from a driveway shall be 10 feet from
the nearest edge of the driveway to the nearest position of the sign.
(4)
Each sign shall be erected so that it can be seen most easily
from the public right-of-way for which it was calculated.
F.
Signs shall be no closer than 15 feet to a side or rear lot line.
G.
The design and location of proposed freestanding signs shall be indicated
on all preliminary and final plans submitted for development in commercial
and industrial districts.
5.
Area of a Sign.
A.
For lots with more than one frontage onto a public right-of-way,
signs for each frontage shall be calculated separately.
B.
The area of a sign shall include all lettering, wording, and accompanying
designs and symbols, together with the background, whether open or
enclosed, on which it is displayed, but shall not include any supporting
framework, bracing, or decorative trim which is incidental to the
copy content display itself.
C.
In the computation of square foot area of a double-faced sign, only
one side shall be considered, provided all faces are identical in
size. If the interior angle formed by the double-faced sign is greater
than 90°, then all sides of the sign shall be considered in calculating
sign area. No signs with more than two faces are permitted.
D.
In any case where a sign is supported by more than one means and
could be construed as being more than one sign type (projecting, wall,
freestanding, fascia, or window) the area and height restrictions
for the most restricted type shall apply.
6.
Height of a Sign.
A.
The maximum and minimum height of a freestanding sign shall be measured
from the elevation of the shoulder of the road. In the case where
there is a sidewalk, the height of the sign shall be measured from
the elevation of the sidewalk.
B.
For a projecting, wall, or fascia sign, the maximum height shall be either the height of the facade of the building or the maximum building height permitted in Chapter 27, "Zoning," whichever is smaller.
C.
No sign or part of a sign may extend above the eaves of a sloping
roof or above the roofline of a flat roof.
7.
Illumination of a Sign. A light illuminating a sign shall be arranged
so that the source of the light is not visible from any point off
the lot and that only the sign is illuminated. Types of illumination
are:
A.
Direct illumination of a sign to give forth artificial light directly
through transparent or translucent materials from a source of light
within the sign.
B.
Indirect illumination of a sign with an external light source and
which must be shielded so that no direct rays are visible elsewhere
except on the lot where the lights are located.
C.
Non-illuminated Sign. A sign which is not illuminated either directly
or indirectly.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 5]
1.
The following signs, to the extent indicated, are exempt from the
requirement of obtaining a sign permit but shall be erected only in
accordance with the standards set herein for these signs.
A.
Street Sign. An official highway route number sign, street name sign,
directional or other traffic sign. These may be erected and maintained
on public roads and highways in the interest of public safety or for
the regulation of traffic.
B.
No Trespassing Sign. A sign not exceeding two square feet, indicating
the prohibition or control of fishing, hunting, trespassing, etc.,
or a sign indicating a private road.
C.
Property Identification Sign. A sign not exceeding two square feet,
and bearing only the property number, street address, and/or names
of the occupants of the residence, or the name of the dwelling, provided
that the characters do not exceed three inches in height. The sign
shall be non-illuminated or indirectly illuminated.
D.
Residential Nameplate Sign. The sign shall not exceed two square
feet. The sign shall be non-illuminated or indirectly illuminated.
Not more than one such sign shall be erected for each permitted use
of dwelling unit unless such property fronts on more than one street,
in which case one such sign may be erected on each street frontage.
E.
Residential Security System Signs. Signs identifying the presence
of a residential security system are permitted providing the sign
area does not exceed one square foot. One freestanding sign is permitted
per residential driveway connection to a public right-of-way or where
one private driveway converges into another.
F.
Governmental Flag or Insignia. Governmental flags or insignia are
permitted provided that they do not exceed a size of six feet by 10
feet and are affixed to a pole no higher than 25 feet. This limitation
shall not apply to flags flown by local, state or federal governments.
G.
Legal Notice Sign. An on-premises, temporary sign which contains
information required by an ordinance or law.
H.
Public Information Sign. A non-illuminated information or public
service sign indicating the availability of public telephone, restrooms
or directions to an entrance or parking area; also signs advertising
meeting times and places of nonprofit service or charitable organizations;
is permitted provided that the sign area does not exceed four square
feet total per road frontage for all such signs combined.
I.
Information Sign. One or more non-illuminated signs applied to a
windowpane indicating hours of operation, credit institutions and/or
security services is permitted provided that the sign area does not
exceed two square feet total per road frontage for all such signs
combined. Multiple occupancy buildings may have a total sign area
of two square feet for all such signs combined, for each commercial
or office suite, per road frontage.
J.
Temporary Signs of Mechanics, Artisans, Contractors or Architects.
A temporary non-illuminated sign erected and maintained during the
period any of the above are performing work on the property on which
the sign is erected, provided that such sign shall be removed upon
completion of work by the mechanic or artisan, and the total area
of all such signs shall not exceed four square feet.
K.
Temporary Window Sign. A non-illuminated sign or signs displayed
on the inside surface of a window for the purpose of advertising a
sale, grand opening, new product or services. Temporary window signs
may have a total combined sign area of no more than four square feet
per road frontage, or shall be less than 40% of the total area of
the window or glassed area, whichever is the more restrictive. Multiple
occupancy buildings may have a total sign area of four square feet
for each commercial or office suite, per road frontage. A "grand opening"
sign shall be in place no longer than 15 days. Such signs may be erected
only on a lot in commercial or office use.
L.
Yard Sale Sign. An on-site sign advertising a yard sale may be erected
and maintained during the sale and one week prior to the sale, provided
such sign shall be removed upon completion of the sale. Sign shall
not exceed three square feet and shall not be illuminated.
M.
Official and Governmental Signs. Such signs include safety signs,
signs indicating points of interest, historical plaques, public parks
or recreation facilities, private parks, public information kiosks
or directional signage erected by the Borough, or signs identifying
official Borough buildings or facilities. Signs identifying Borough
buildings, police stations, or other Borough facilities may be directly
or indirectly illuminated.
N.
Decorative Flags. Flags which are decorative and contain designs
marking seasons, holidays, affiliations or the general nature of a
business are permitted, provided that they contain no advertising,
no company or business logos, no text related to commercial use, and
no names of businesses. Flags may be no larger than three feet by
five feet.
O.
Holiday displays or window displays of merchandise, except as may
be specifically prohibited herein.
P.
Sign for Property Sale or Rent. A sign advertising the sale or rental
of a property upon which the sign has been erected, or a sign indicating
that the property has been sold or rented.
(1)
A sale or rent sign shall be erected only on the property to
which it relates.
(2)
The area of the sign shall not exceed six square feet.
(3)
No more than one sign shall be placed on any one property.
(4)
The sign shall be removed within 20 days upon settlement or
upon execution of the lease.
(5)
Signs advertising sales within a development of more than one
dwelling unit erected by a builder or developer or real estate agent
may be erected, provided that the sign is placed on the property to
which it relates and that it does not exceed a size of eight square
feet. Such sign shall be removed within 20 days after the settlement
or execution of a lease of the last dwelling unit.
Q.
Public monuments, historic identification signs or plaques erected
by a government agency, other than the Borough.
R.
Corner Stone. A stone in the exterior of a building; usually at the
outer corner of two intersecting masonry walls, and carved with a
date.
S.
Interior signs which are placed within a building and are placed
more than 12 inches from the interior surface of the window are not
regulated by the provisions of this Part.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 6]
1.
No sign shall be erected or maintained within a distance of 25 feet
from the intersection of any street lines or the intersection of a
street line with the edge of a private accessway, unless the location
of the sign is situated at least eight feet above the level of the
street center line.
2.
No sign shall be so located or arranged that it interferes with traffic
through glare, through blocking of reasonable sight lines for streets,
sidewalks, or driveways, through confusion with a traffic control
device (by reasons of color, location, shape, text such as "Stop,"
"Look," or "Danger," or other characteristic) or through any other
means.
3.
No sign shall interfere with an official highway sign.
4.
No sign shall be permitted across a public street, or within a public
right-of-way, except for such signs which are approved by the Borough
Council to be of general benefit to the municipality or for public
convenience, necessity or welfare.
5.
No sign shall be placed or maintained on a tree, rock, or on utility
poles or equipment in such a manner as to interfere with any electric
light, power or telephone wires or the supports thereof.
6.
No sign shall state that a property may be used for a non-permitted
use.
8.
The following sign types are prohibited:
A.
Animated Sign. Any sign which flashes, rotates, revolves or oscillates, or has the appearance of movement as defined in § 19-103 of this Part.
B.
Banner signs are prohibited on lots of any classification, except lots classified as commercial when erected as a temporary promotion or special event sign, subject to the issuance of a temporary sign permit or as permitted with Borough Council approval in Subsection 4 above.
C.
Roof Sign. Signs shall not be placed above the roof line of a flat
roof or above the lowest point of eaves of a sloping or mansard roof.
D.
Flags or pennants containing lettering, advertising, company or business
logos, and/or names of businesses.
E.
Any vehicle or trailer which is parked on a public right-of-way or on public or private property in such a manner that carrying of such a sign or signs is no longer incidental to the vehicle's primary purpose, but become a primary purpose in itself. This does not include mobile billboards which are subject to the regulations outlined in § 19-108, Subsection 8.
F.
Posted Signs. Any sign generally of a temporary nature, tacked, nailed,
posted, pasted, hung, glued, or otherwise attached to a tree, pole,
stake, light stand, fence, or other object is prohibited, except signs
designated as official signs by the Borough.
G.
Illegal Signs. Any sign erected and maintained prior to the effective
date of this Part which does not or did not conform to the requirements
of the Sign Ordinance which was in effect prior to the effective date
of this amendatory ordinance.
H.
Any sign which emits smoke, visible vapors or particles, sound or
odor.
I.
Portable sign for permanent use.
J.
Beacon.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 7]
1.
Temporary signs shall require a permit unless otherwise specified
by this section.
2.
Activity Sign. A sign advertising a civic, social, community or fund-raising
gathering or activity, provided:
A.
A sign may be erected no earlier than 14 days prior to the activity
to which the sign relates.
B.
The sign application shall specify sign locations.
C.
The applicant shall obtain written permission to erect such signs
from all property owners involved or from Borough Council if such
signs are to be placed on Borough property.
D.
The size of any such sign shall not exceed 24 square feet. In the
TC District, the size shall not exceed eight square feet.
E.
No more than one sign shall be permitted on a single property.
F.
A banner sign or sign of any other type across a public street type
shall only be permitted when approved by the Borough Council to be
of general benefit to the municipality or for public convenience,
necessity or welfare.
G.
The applicant shall deposit a sum in an amount set by resolution
of Borough Council as a guarantee that all signs shall be removed
promptly within seven days after the event referred to on the sign.
The deposit shall be returned upon the satisfactory removal of the
signs within the seven-day period. If all signs are not removed at
the end of the seven-day period, the Borough shall have them removed
and keep the full sum of the deposit to reimburse the expense incurred
by the Borough.
3.
Temporary Promotion Sign. A sign advertising the sate of commercial
or agricultural products.
A.
Such sign shall be erected only on the property to which it relates.
B.
No more than one sign shall be permitted on a single property.
C.
The size of any such sign shall not exceed eight square feet. In
the TC District, the size shall not exceed four square feet.
D.
No such sign shall be displayed for more than a thirty-day time period.
Each thirty-day time period shall require a new permit.
E.
The posting of such signs shall be limited to a maximum of four thirty-day
time periods per year.
F.
The applicant shall specify the location of the proposed temporary
promotion sign, and provide information about all other signage which
may exist on the property.
G.
The applicant shall deposit a sum in an amount set by resolution
of Borough Council as a guarantee that all signs shall be removed
promptly at the end of the thirty-day time period. The deposit shall
be returned upon the satisfactory removal of the sign at the end of
the thirty-day time period. If the sign is not removed at the end
of the thirty-day time period, the Borough shall have the sign removed
and keep the full sum of the deposit to reimburse the expense incurred
by the Borough.
4.
Moveable Sidewalk Sign. Self-supporting, double faced, A-frame sign,
also known as a sandwich board, or similar type sign, capable of displaying
daily specials. The interior angle of such A-frame signs shall not
exceed 45°. Such signs shall only be permitted in accordance with
the requirements herein, and are subject to removal each evening.
A.
Such signs shall only be permitted in the TC and C-2 Districts.
B.
Such sign shall be erected only on the property to which it relates.
C.
No more than one sign shall be permitted on a single property.
D.
Application. The Borough Manager is hereby authorized to require
such information from applicants as deemed necessary to process the
application in accordance with this Part including, but not limited
to, the size, proposed location, composition, content and colors,
of the proposed sign, as well as the exact dimensions of the sidewalks
involved and sketches, plans and photographs of the proposed sign,
sidewalk and premises.
E.
Review. All applications for permit hereunder shall be reviewed with
respect to all criteria set forth in this Part, and also with respect
to aesthetic value and impact of the proposed sign, prior to the issuance
of any such permit. The application shall be either approved or denied.
Appeals from the denial of the permit shall be taken directly to the
Borough Council whose decision shall be final. Second and subsequent
applications for a permit shall not require review provided that no
change or alteration has been made to the sign initially approved.
F.
Fee. All applications for a permit hereunder shall be accompanied
by a nonrefundable fee in an amount set by resolution of Borough Council.
G.
Expiration of Permit. All permits granted hereunder shall automatically
terminate and be null and void upon the expiration of one year from
the date of the issuance of the permit.
H.
Illumination. Directly illuminated signs shall not be permitted.
Indirect illumination shall emanate only from the building and shall
be positioned in such a manner that it does not interfere with pedestrian
or vehicular traffic.
I.
Requirements. The maximum area of any such sign shall be six feet
per sign face and the height shall not exceed five feet nor be less
than three feet. Not withstanding the provisions of this section,
no sign shall be permitted which may interfere with or otherwise impede
the visibility of vehicular traffic upon any street or driveway. All
such signs may display the name and logo of the establishment and
may contain information as to the products or services offered.
J.
Placement of Sign. A minimum distance of four feet of unobstructed
sidewalk must be maintained at all times. Where no sidewalk exists,
such signs shall not be located within 10 feet of the shoulder or
curb of the road, whichever is greater.
K.
Insurance Required. The applicant, by accepting the permit, agrees
to indemnify and hold the Borough of Dublin, its agents, servants,
staff or employees, harmless from any and all claims arising out of
the location, placement or use of the sign which is the subject of
the permit hereunder. A policy of public liability insurance with
an insurance company authorized to conduct business in Pennsylvania
shall be provided, covering the location, placement and use of such
sign in an amount not less than $250,000 naming the Borough of Dublin
as an insured thereon.
L.
Hours Permitted. All signs licensed hereunder shall be permitted
only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. each day.
M.
Borough Council may, from time to time, establish by resolution,
other such license fees as it deems reasonable and proper.
5.
Temporary signs advertising political parties or candidates for public
office may be erected or displayed and maintained provided that:
A.
The signs are erected or displayed by the owner or lessee of the
parcel of real property on said parcel or by the candidate, political
party or other authorized agent of either of them, with the express
permission of the owner or lessee of the parcel of real property.
B.
The size of any sign is not in excess of 12 square feet.
C.
The signs shall not be erected or displayed earlier than 60 days
prior to the election to which they pertain.
D.
Nothing contained herein shall be construed to permit the placing
or erecting of any such signs within a street right-of-way or within
or on any public alley, sidewalk, parking lot or other public place,
which said placement is hereby prohibited.
E.
The erection of temporary political signs permitted by this section
by the owner or lessee of the parcel of real property or candidate,
political property or other authorized agent shall not require a permit
or other approval; provided, however, that is shall be unlawful for
any such owner or lessee of the lot or candidate, political party
or other authorized agent to permit such signs to remain erected more
than 10 days after the date of the election to which they relate,
and failure to remove such signs as required hereby shall subject
such offenders to the penalties prescribed in this Part.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 8]
1.
In the R-1 and R-2 Districts, the following sign regulations shall
apply to residential uses:
A.
Residential Uses.
(1)
Individual Dwelling Unit. A sign which identifies an individual dwelling unit does not require a permit and shall be erected in accordance with the provisions of § 19-105, Subsection 1C and D, "Signs Exempt from Permit Requirements; Property Identification Sign and/or Residential Nameplate Sign."
(2)
Buildings Containing Multiple Dwelling Units. A sign which identifies
a building which contains multiple dwelling units. The sign may identify
only the property number, street address and/or the name of the building
for a multiple family dwelling.
(a)
Number. No more than one sign shall be placed on any one building
unless the building is located on a corner lot in which case a sign
may be erected on each street frontage.
(b)
Type. Freestanding, projecting or wall.
(c)
Size. Maximum of four square feet.
(d)
Height. Maximum of five feet height for freestanding sign.
(e)
Illumination. Non-illuminated or indirectly illuminated only.
B.
Residential Development or Subdivision Sign. A type of freestanding
sign, including accessory entrance structure, designed to identify
a development. A permanent development identification sign may be
erected upon application and final approval of the subdivision and
land development plans by Borough Council in accordance with the following
regulations:
(1)
When considering such signs, Borough Council shall consider
the location of public utilities, sidewalks and future street widening.
(2)
Signs and entrance structures shall be for identification purposes
only and shall give only the name of the subdivision or land development.
(3)
Location. Such signs must be set back at least 25 feet from
the side property lines and 15 feet from the street line.
(4)
Number. Only one identification sign or structure may be erected
at the entrance to a development or subdivision from each abutting
street. Such sign shall be a single sign with two faces or may be
a single-faced sign located on each side of such entrance way.
(5)
Type. Freestanding or wall.
(6)
Size. Maximum of 16 square feet.
(7)
Height. Maximum of six feet height for freestanding sign, excluding
structural elements. The maximum height of a development sign shall
be measured from the elevation of the shoulder of the road to the
highest point of the sign structure. In the case where there is a
sidewalk, the height of the sign shall be measured from the elevation
of the sidewalk.
(8)
Illumination. Non-illuminated or indirectly illuminated only.
C.
Accessory Residential Uses.
(1)
F1 Accessory Home Occupation. No more than one sign per permitted
F1 accessory home occupation shall be placed on a property, in addition
to the permitted property identification sign and/or residential nameplate
sign. The sign shall bear only the name, occupation and office hours
of the practitioner. It shall not be illuminated or placed in a window.
(2)
F9 No-Impact Home-Based Business. No-impact home-based business
signs shall not be permitted in any district. The only signs shall
be the permitted property identification sign and/or residential nameplate
sign.
2.
In the R-1 and R-2 Districts, the following sign regulations shall
apply to non-residential uses and lawful non-conforming uses:
A.
Number. In addition to signs erected in accordance with § 19-105, "Signs Exempt from Permit Requirements," no more than one sign shall be permitted except for corner properties where one sign is permitted along each street frontage.
B.
Type. Freestanding, projecting, or wall.
C.
Size. Sixteen square feet maximum for buildings located 35 feet or
more from the edge of the right-of-way; 12 square feet maximum for
buildings located less than 35 feet from the edge of the right-of-way.
D.
Height of Freestanding Sign. Five feet maximum.
E.
Illumination. Non-illuminated or indirectly illuminated only.
F.
Announcement Board for an Institutional Use. In addition to the provisions
for signs above, one announcement board may be placed on the property
for the purpose of announcing events. An announcement board is permitted
for the following uses only: place of worship, school, library or
museum, public building or emergency services. The maximum size of
an announcement board shall be eight square feet.
3.
In the C-1, C-2 and TC Districts, the following sign regulations
shall apply to residential uses:
B.
F10 Bed and Breakfast. No more than one sign per permitted F10 bed
and breakfast use shall be placed on a property, in addition to the
permitted property identification sign and/or residential nameplate
sign. The sign shall bear only the name phone number and office hours
of the establishment. It shall not be placed in a window.
C.
D4 Mixed Use Properties; Residential Dwelling Unit Within a Mixed Use Property. In a D4 mixed use property where residential uses are combined with commercial, service or office uses, a sign which identifies an individual dwelling unit does not require a permit and shall be erected in accordance with the provisions of § 19-105, Subsection 1C and D, "Signs Exempt from Permit Requirements; Property Identification Sign and/or Residential Nameplate Sign."
4.
In the C-1, C-2 and TC Districts, the following sign regulations
shall apply to nonresidential uses and lawful non-conforming uses:
A.
D4 Mixed Use Properties in the TC District; Commercial, Service or
Office Use Within a Mixed Use Property in the TC District.
(1)
In addition to signs erected in accordance with § 19-105, "Signs Exempt from Permit Requirements," the following sign options are permitted for an individual commercial, service, or office unit:
(a)
One commercial nameplate sign with an area not exceeding two
square feet (288 square inches) indicating the profession or service
may be erected per street frontage, subject to permit.
(b)
One window sign may be mounted on a first floor window, not
to exceed four square feet total, or 30% of the window area, which
ever is more restrictive, subject to permit.
B.
D4 Mixed Use Properties in the C-1 or C-2 District. Commercial, service
or office use within a mixed use property in districts other than
the TC District shall be subject to the signage requirements of Subsection
4D below.
C.
Individual Use of Property. A use which has sole occupancy of an
individual property or combination of properties and an individual
entrance directly to a public street or public right-of-way.
(1)
In addition to signs erected in accordance with § 19-105, "Signs Exempt from Permit Requirements," the following sign options are permitted:
(a)
One wall sign with a total sign area equal to no more than one
square foot of sign area for each linear foot of building length measured
along the front of the building, but not exceeding a maximum of 30
square feet.
(b)
One wall sign plus one projecting sign. The projecting sign
shall not exceed 12 square feet in area and shall not project from
the face of the building more than four feet. The area of both signs
together shall not exceed a total of one square foot of sign area
for each linear foot of building length measured along the front of
the building, for a maximum total area of 30 square feet.
(c)
One freestanding sign plus one wall sign. The freestanding sign
shall not exceed 12 square feet. The maximum height of a freestanding
sign is five feet. The area of both signs together shall not exceed
a total of one square foot of sign area for each linear foot of building
length measured along the front of the building, for a maximum total
area of 30 square feet.
(d)
One freestanding sign plus window sign. The freestanding sign
shall not exceed 12 square feet. The maximum height of a freestanding
sign is five feet. The maximum size of a window sign, or of two window
signs combined if the window signs are split between two windows,
is 12 square feet. Window signs shall be painted or appliqued on the
window and shall contain only the name of the establishment and type
of establishment. The area devoted to window signs may be split evenly
between two storefront windows.
(e)
One projecting sign plus window sign. The projecting sign shall
not exceed 12 square feet in area and shall not project from the face
of the building more than four feet. The maximum size of a window
sign, or of two window signs combined if the window signs are split
between two windows, is 12 square feet.
(f)
One wall sign plus window sign. The maximum size of a window
sign, or of two window signs combined if the window signs are split
between two windows, is 12 square feet. The area of all signs together
shall not exceed a total of one square foot of sign area for each
linear foot of building length measured along the front of the building,
for a maximum total area of 30 square feet.
(g)
One freestanding sign plus one fascia sign. The freestanding
sign shall not exceed 12 square feet. The text or logo portion of
fascia sign shall not exceed an area of 12 square feet.
(h)
One fascia sign plus window sign. The maximum size of a window
sign, or of two window signs combined if the window signs are split
between two windows, is 12 square feet. The text or logo portion of
fascia sign shall not exceed an area of 12 square feet.
(2)
The total area of all signs together shall not exceed a total
of one square foot of sign area for each linear foot of building length
measured along the front of the building, but not exceeding a maximum
of 30 square feet.
(3)
If a property abuts more than one street frontage, one additional
wall sign may be erected on the side of the street frontage. The size
shall not exceed a total area of one linear foot of building length,
but in no case shall exceed 30 square feet.
(4)
Illumination. Non-illuminated directly illuminated or indirectly
illuminated.
(5)
Announcement Board for an Institutional Use. In addition to
the provisions for signs above, one announcement board may be placed
on the property for the purpose of announcing events. An announcement
board is permitted for the following uses only: place of worship,
school, library or museum, public building or emergency services.
The maximum size of an announcement board shall be 16 square feet.
D.
Joint Use of Property. A use which shares occupancy of an individual
property or combination of properties, but which does not have its
own individual entrance directly to a public street or public right-of-way.
(1)
Individual Establishment Signs.
(a)
In addition to signs erected in accordance with § 19-105, "Signs Exempt from Permit Requirements," the following sign options are permitted:
1)
One wall sign with a total sign area equal to no more than one
square foot of sign area for each linear foot of individual establishment
length measured along the front of the building, but not exceeding
a maximum of 30 square feet.
2)
One wall sign plus one projecting sign. The projecting sign
shall not exceed 12 square feet in area and shall not project from
the face of the building more than four feet. The area of both signs
together shall not exceed a total of one square foot of sign area
for each linear foot of individual establishment length measured along
the front of the building. No wall sign shall exceed 30 square feet.
3)
One projecting sign plus window sign. The projecting sign shall
not exceed 12 square feet in area and shall not project from the face
of the building more than four feet. The maximum size of a window
sign, or of two window signs combined if the window signs are split
between two windows, is 12 square feet. Window signs shall contain
only the name of the establishment and type of establishment. The
area devoted to window signs may be split evenly between two storefront
windows.
4)
One wall sign plus window sign. The maximum size of a window
sign, or of two window signs combined if the window signs are split
between two windows, is 12 square feet. The total area of all signs
together shall not exceed a total of one square foot of sign area
for each linear foot of individual establishment length measured along
the front of the building, but not exceeding a maximum of 30 square
feet.
5)
One window sign plus one fascia sign. The maximum size of a
window sign, or of two window signs combined if the window signs are
split between two windows, is 12 square feet. The text or logo portion
of a fascia sign shall not exceed an area of 12 square feet.
(b)
The total area of all signs together shall not exceed a total
of one square foot of sign area for each linear foot of individual
establishment length measured along the front of the building, or
measured along the length of each establishment with an entrance that
faces a shared parking lot, but not exceeding a maximum of 30 square
feet for each establishment.
(c)
Illumination. Non-illuminated directly illuminated or indirectly
illuminated.
(2)
Directory Sign for a Group of Establishments. A directory sign
may be placed on a joint use property in addition to the individual
establishment signs as regulated in subparagraph (1) above and in
accordance with the following:
(a)
Number. No more than one directory sign shall be placed for
the joint use, unless a property abuts more than one street frontage.
One additional directory sign may be erected on each street frontage.
(b)
Type. Freestanding or wall sign.
(c)
Size. Twenty square feet maximum for the sign, to be divided
among the businesses occupying the building or property jointly.
(d)
Height of Freestanding Sign. Five feet maximum.
(e)
Illumination. Non-illuminated, directly illuminated or indirectly
illuminated.
(f)
Uniformity. The dimensions of each of the establishments'
directory listings shall be exactly the same as the dimensions of
the other establishments' listings within the directory sign.
(3)
D23 Shopping Center. In addition to signs permitted in this
Part for individual establishments, one freestanding sign indicating
the name of the shopping center shall be permitted, provided that:
5.
In the Ind and Ind-1 Districts, the following sign regulations shall
apply to residential uses:
B.
D4 Mixed Use Properties; Residential Dwelling Unit Within a Mixed Use Property. In a D4 mixed use property in the Ind-I District where residential uses are combined with commercial, service or office uses, a sign which identifies an individual dwelling unit does not require a permit and shall be erected in accordance with the provisions of § 19-105, Subsection 1C and D, "Signs Exempt from Permit Requirements; Property Identification Sign and/or Residential Nameplate Sign," above.
6.
In the Ind and Ind-1 Districts, the following sign regulations shall
apply to non-residential uses and lawful non-conforming uses:
A.
D4 Mixed Use Properties. Commercial, service or office use within
a mixed use property in districts other than the TC District shall
be subject to the signage requirements of Subsection 4D above.
B.
Individual Use of Property. In addition to signs erected in accordance with § 19-105, "Signs Exempt from Permit Requirements," the following regulations shall apply:
(1)
Number. One sign or a combination of no more than two signs,
the total combined area of which does not exceed one square foot of
sign area for each linear foot of building length measured along the
front of the building, but not exceeding a maximum of 40 square feet.
(2)
Type. Freestanding, projecting, wall, or window.
(3)
Size. Maximum size of any single wall sign is 40 square feet.
Maximum size of any single freestanding, projecting or window sign
is 20 square feet. Window signs shall be painted or appliqued on the
window and shall contain only the name of the establishment and type
of establishment. The area devoted to window signs may be split evenly
between two storefront windows.
(4)
Height of Freestanding Sign. Five feet maximum.
(5)
Illumination. Non-illuminated, directly illuminated or indirectly
illuminated.
(6)
Where a use occupies a property more than 120 feet in width
along the front of the lot, an additional sign area of one square
foot for every five linear feet of lot width above 120 feet shall
be permitted to be added to the total sign area permitted in subparagraphs
(1) and (3) above.
(7)
If a property abuts more than one street frontage, one additional
freestanding, projecting, wall or window sign may be erected on the
side of the street frontage or the building facade facing a public
street. The size shall not exceed a total area of one linear foot
of building length, but in no case shall exceed 40 square feet, subject
to the sign area requirements of subparagraph (3) above.
(8)
Announcement Board for an Institutional Use. In addition to
the provisions for signs above, one announcement board may be placed
on the property for the purpose of announcing events. An announcement
board is permitted for the following uses only: place of worship,
school, library or museum, public building or emergency services.
The maximum size of an announcement board shall be 16 square feet.
C.
Joint Use of Property. A use which shares occupancy of an individual
property or combination of properties, but which does not have its
own individual entrance directly to a public street or public right-of-way.
(1)
Individual Establishment Signs. In addition to signs erected in accordance with § 19-105, "Signs Exempt from Permit Requirements," the following sign options are permitted:
(a)
Number. No more than one sign may be erected for any establishment
unless such establishment has a facade and an entrance on more than
one street, in which case one sign may be erected for each street
frontage.
(b)
Type. Projecting, wall, or window.
(c)
Size. Maximum size of 30 square feet.
(d)
A projecting sign may not project more than four feet from the
face of the building. Maximum size of any single projecting or window
sign is 20 square feet. Window signs shall be painted or appliqued
on the window and shall contain only the name of the establishment
and type of establishment. The area devoted to window signs may be
split evenly between two storefront windows.
(2)
Directory Sign. A directory sign may be placed on a joint use
property in addition to the individual establishment signs as regulated
in subparagraph (1) above and in accordance with the following:
(a)
Number. No more than one sign which identifies the complex shall
be erected at each vehicular entrance along a public street; however,
no more than one sign per street frontage shall be permitted.
(b)
Type. Freestanding or wall.
(c)
Size. Maximum size of 24 square feet. Each establishment shall
have a sign area on the directory sign.
(d)
Height of Freestanding Sign. Five feet maximum.
(e)
Illumination. Non-illuminated, directly illuminated or indirectly
illuminated.
(3)
E2 Industrial Park. In addition to signs permitted for joint
use of property in this subparagraph, one freestanding sign indicating
the name of the industrial park may be erected, provided that:
D.
D25 Adult Uses.
(1)
Signage for this use shall conform to Subsection 4C above.
(2)
Advertisements, displays, or other promotional materials, other
than signs, shall be shown or exhibited so as to not be visible to
the public from pedestrian sidewalks, or walkways, or from other areas,
public or semipublic.
(3)
No signs shall be placed, erected, or used on the premises except
as provided for in this Part, nor shall any building or structure
be painted in garish colors or such other fashion as will effectuate
the same purpose as a sign(s) without the approval of the Dublin Borough
Council. No sign shall be permitted which portrays any part of the
human body naked or in a state of undress or in revealing clothes.
7.
Outdoor Advertising Sign/Billboard. A type of freestanding sign which
directs attention to a business, industry, profession, commodity,
service or entertainment not necessarily sold or offered on the premises
where the sign is located.
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Requirements for an Outdoor Advertising Sign. One outdoor advertising
sign is permitted in addition to other signs which may be permitted
by this Part, on all commercial properties located in the C-2—Regional
Commercial Zoning District, provided the following provisions are
met:
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A.
Such lot fronts onto a public right-of-way classified as arterial.
B.
Yard Setbacks.
(1)
Right-of-Way. No outdoor advertising sign or any part thereof
shall be erected and maintained within 50 feet of an existing or future
public street right-of-way.
(2)
Side or Rear Yards. No outdoor advertising sign or any part
thereof shall be erected and maintained within 50 feet of any side
or rear property line.
C.
Minimum Distance Between Signs. No outdoor advertising sign or any
part thereof shall be erected and maintained within 1,500 feet of
any other outdoor advertising sign measured from the same side of
the road and from the two nearest points perpendicular to the right-of-way.
D.
Minimum Distance from Residential District or Dwelling. No outdoor
advertising sign shall be erected and maintained closer than 500 feet
to any residential district, or closer than 500 feet to any residential
dwelling unit. Such measurement to be made from the point of location
of the sign to the nearest point of such land or dwelling unit along
a common right-of-way or to the district boundary.
E.
Minimum Distance from Institutional Property. No outdoor advertising
sign shall be erected and maintained within 150 feet in either direction
along a common right-of-way of a church, school, park, playground,
civic or scenic area.
F.
Minimum Distance to a Structure. No outdoor advertising sign shall
be erected and maintained within 24 feet of any building.
G.
Area. No outdoor advertising sign shall be permitted to exceed a
maximum area of 160 square feet, including border and trim but excluding
supports. A sign having two sides back-to-back, or a V-shaped sign
with a horizontal angle not greater than 45°, is permitted 160
square feet on each side, or a total maximum area of 320 square feet.
Extensions, projections and/or add-ons beyond the rectangular perimeter
face of the sign are prohibited.
H.
Height. No outdoor advertising sign or any part thereof shall exceed
20 feet in height measured from the natural level of ground immediately
underneath the proposed outdoor advertising sign.
I.
Illumination. Signs may be indirectly illuminated or non-illuminated.
J.
Outdoor advertising signs shall not contain, include, or be illuminated
by flashing, intermittent or moving light(s), except those giving
public service information such as time, date, temperature, weather
or similar information.
K.
Minimum Landscaping. The following plant material shall be planted
to landscape outdoor advertising signs:
(1)
Evergreen Trees. A mixture of evergreen trees shall be planted
10 to 15 feet on center, within a thirty-foot radius of the sides
and rear of the base of the sign. Evergreen trees shall be five feet
to six feet tall at planting.
(2)
Shrubs. A mixture of evergreen and deciduous shrubs shall be
planted along the front of the base of the sign, with at least 50%
of the shrubs required to be evergreen. One shrub per lineal foot
of sign length or 30 shrubs shall be required, which ever is greater.
Shrubs shall be a minimum of 36 inches tall at planting.
(3)
A double-sided outdoor advertising sign shall have a minimum
of three evergreen trees at the end of the sign which faces away from
the right-of-way, and shall have a minimum of 30 shrubs planted at
the base of each face, for a total of 60 shrubs, in accordance with
subparagraphs (1) and (2) above.
L.
Outdoor advertising signs shall be located, constructed and maintained
in accordance with all applicable Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
regulations.
M.
The sign shall be located in accordance with all other regulations
of Dublin Borough.
N.
The applicant shall provide information about all other signage which
may exist on the property.
O.
An engineering certificate shall accompany any application for an
outdoor advertising signs. The certification shall indicate under
seal of a professional engineer licensed in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
that the sign has been designed in accordance with acceptable engineering
practices.
P.
Wood and beam frame structures are prohibited. All sign structures
shall be constructed of steel.
Q.
The applicant shall provide financial security, in a form acceptable
to the Borough, sufficient to secure to the Borough the removal of
any outdoor advertising sign upon which no advertising is located
or otherwise ceases to be used for a period of three consecutive months.
The applicant shall further provide, in a form acceptable to the Borough,
proof that the record owner and the licensee or other person in control
of the signage consents to the removal of the sign for reasons as
set forth in this paragraph, which said consent shall be in such form
so as to be recorded of record with the Bucks County Recorder of Deeds
office.
R.
Audio or Pyrotechnics. Audio speakers and/or any form of pyrotechnics
are prohibited.
S.
Electronic graphic displays (digital billboards) must also meet the
following standards:
(1)
Message Duration. Any portion of the message must have a minimum
duration of eight seconds and must be a static display. Messages may
change immediately or fade in and out only. No portion of the message
may flash, scroll, twirl, twinkle, oscillate, rotate, blink, change
color, or in any manner imitate movement.
(2)
Default Mechanism. All signs must be equipped with a properly
functioning default mechanism that will stop the sign in one position
should a malfunction occur.
(3)
Brightness (Luminance). The illumination and/or intensity of
the display shall be controlled so as to not create glare, hazards
or nuisances. Such signs shall have a maximum nits level of 7,000
nits; provided the brightness of the digital billboard does not exceed
0.3 foot-candles of light above the normal ambient light levels. Such
signs shall be equipped with automatic dimming technology which automatically
adjusts the sign's brightness based on ambient light conditions.
(a)
The billboard luminance specification shall be determined by
a foot-candle metering device held at a height of five feet and aimed
towards the billboard from a distance of 175 feet.
(b)
The metering device should be at a location perpendicular to
the billboard center (as seen in plan view) as this angle has the
highest luminance.
(c)
This check shall include the measurement of an all white image
displayed by the billboard to evaluate the worst case condition.
(d)
If the difference in luminance between the billboard-on and
the billboard-off conditions is 0.3 fc or less, then the billboard
luminance is in compliance.
(4)
Applicant shall be required to coordinate/permit message access
for local, regional, state and national emergency services during
emergency situations. Emergency messages are not required to conform
to message standards listed herein.
T.
Multi-Vision Signs (Tri-Vision). Such signs must also meet the following
standards:
(1)
Any image or message, or portion thereof, must have a minimum
duration of eight seconds and must be a static display. Transition
time must be no longer than two seconds.
(2)
Default Mechanism. All signs must be equipped with a properly
functioning default mechanism that will stop the sign in one position
should a malfunction occur.
8.
Mobile billboards shall be permitted in accordance with the following
requirements:
A.
No sign shall be lawfully displayed without first obtaining a permit.
The permit must be renewed every 15 days, or the sign shall be subject
to impoundment and daily fine.
B.
No sign shall be of such size, or designed with moving parts or flashing
lights, as to obstruct or distract drivers and pose a traffic safety
hazard.
C.
Mobile billboards shall be limited in size as follows:
(1)
The maximum size of any mobile billboard sign shall be six feet
in height by 10 feet in length, exclusive of trailer or other vehicle
support system.
(2)
The ultimate height of the mobile billboard and vehicle support
system shall not exceed 12 feet in height, when measured from the
road surface.
D.
No person may park a mobile billboard or other commercial advertising
vehicle on private property without the written consent of the property
owner and without a temporary sign permit or on any public street
or right-of-way in the Borough for the primary purpose of displaying
a commercial advertising sign. "Park" or "parking" shall mean the
standing of a vehicle, whether occupied or not.
E.
Exemptions.
(1)
These regulations shall not restrict business logos, identification
or advertising on vehicles primarily used for business purposes.
(2)
Any vehicle which displays an advertisement or business identification
of its owner, so long as such vehicle is engaged in the usual business
or regular work of the owner, and not used merely, mainly or primarily
to display advertisements.
(3)
This Part shall not prohibit any form of vehicular sign; such
as a sign attached to a bus, taxi or lettered on a motor vehicle where
the vehicle is not used for the basic purpose of providing advertisement
or direction as set forth above.
(4)
Vehicles parked for a primary purpose other than displaying
a commercial advertising sign, including:
(a)
A vehicle parked while loading or unloading passengers or goods.
(b)
A vehicle parked while engaged in the delivery of services.
(c)
Vehicles parked within 600 feet of the residence of the registered
owner of the vehicle, provided the lot is larger than one acre in
size.
(d)
Drivers of mobile billboards shall be permitted stops of less
than 30 minutes in duration for meals or other necessary personal
business. However, a maximum of four stops shall be permitted per
day.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 9]
1.
All signs must be constructed of durable materials and must be kept
in good condition and repair at all times. The requirements of all
applicable Borough codes shall be met.
2.
Detailed plans showing supporting structural members and foundations
must be submitted to the Building Inspector's office for approval
before issuance of a permit. The seal of a registered engineer shall
be required on all plans in any instance when the Building Inspector
or the Borough Engineer deem the approval of a registered engineer
necessary to public safety.
3.
Signs using electricity shall be installed in conformance with the
latest National Electric Code.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 10; as amended by Ord.
298, 12/19/2011, § 1]
1.
Sign Replacement. Any sign existing and lawful at the time of the
passage of this Part that does not conform to use, location, height,
or size with the regulations of the district in which such sign is
located, shall be considered a nonconforming sign and may continue
in use in its present location. Nonconforming signs maybe replaced,
repainted or repaired provided that such replacement, repainting or
repair does not increase the extent of the nonconformity existing
on the effective date of this Part.
2.
Unsafe and Unlawful Signs. If the Borough Manager, or his/her designee,
finds that any sign regulated herein is unsafe or insecure or is a
menace to the public or has been constructed, erected or maintained
in violation of the provisions of this Part, he/she shall give notice
by certified mail to the owner, to the party to whom the permit was
issued to erect the sign, or to the owner of the premises where the
sign is located, or to the owner of the sign, or to any combination
of them. If this letter is returned undelivered, for any reason, he/she
may post such notice on the premises. If the parties notified fail
to remove or alter the sign to comply with the standards herein set
forth within 10 days after notice, such sign may be removed or altered
by the Borough at the expense of each and every person notified. The
Borough shall bill the owner for the cost of such work plus 10% for
administrative cost. If such bill remains unpaid after the expiration
of 30 days, the Borough Solicitor shall take the necessary steps to
collect the same. Failure of the property owner to remove such sign
after the notice herein above provided shall constitute a violation
of the terms of this Part, and each day's continuance of such
failure shall constitute a separate violation. The Borough Manager,
or his/her designee, may cause any sign or other advertising structure
that is in immediate peril to persons or property to be removed summarily
and without notice.
3.
Removal or Abandonment.
A.
Any sign now or hereafter existing which no longer identifies a bona
fide use conducted, or a property sold, on the lot on which it is
located, or which is not maintained in a safe and appropriate condition,
shall be taken down and removed by the owner, agent or person having
the beneficial use of the building or structure upon which such sign
may be found on the lot on which it is located. If the owner of any
property upon which a sign has been erected shall fail or neglect
to remove it as herein above required, the Borough Manager, or his/her
designee, shall give notice by certified mail to the owner. If this
letter is returned undelivered, for any reason, he/she may post such
notice on the premises. If, upon the expiration of 30 days following
notice, the owner fails to remove the sign, the Borough Manager, or
his/her designee, shall arrange for its removal on behalf of the Borough,
at the expense of the property owner, and the Borough shall bill the
owner for the cost of such work plus 10% for administrative cost.
If such bill remains unpaid after the expiration of 30 days, the Borough
Solicitor shall take the necessary steps to collect the same. Failure
of the property owner to remove such sign after the notice herein
above provided shall constitute a violation of the terms of this Part,
and each day's continuance of such failure shall constitute a
separate violation.
B.
If the owner of any sign in violation is not the owner of the premises
on which it is situated, the identical notices specified above may
be issued to him in like manner, and such owner of the sign shall
be required to take such steps to comply with the notice or notices
issued to him as though he were the owner of the property or premises
on which the sign is located. If such owner of the sign fails to comply,
such failure shall constitute a violation of the terms of this Part.
Such owner of the sign shall be liable to the same extent as the owner
of the property or premises on which the sign is located.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 11]
1.
Zoning Permits. A zoning permit shall be secured prior to the erection,
structural repair, alteration and relocation of any sign within the
Borough. The changing of moveable parts of an approved sign that is
designed for such changes, or the repainting or reposting of display
matter shall not be deemed an alteration, provided the conditions
of the original approval are not violated. For purposes of obtaining
a zoning permit, the applicant shall make application in writing and
shall submit the following: name and address of the owner; name and
address of the applicant; a plot plan (1/8" per foot or greater) showing
the location of the lot, building, and proposed sign in relation to
each public right-of-way, building and driveway; an elevation of the
building facade (1/8" or 1/4" per foot or greater), including the
location height and dimensions of the proposed sign(s); a sketch of
the proposed design and lettering; and construction plans, including
loads, stresses, anchorage and any other pertinent engineering data
to the Zoning Officer. The plot plan shall indicate all existing structures,
including signs. The application shall contain all necessary facts
with respect to signs already existing on the property.
A.
Any erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration or moving
of any sign or advertising structure shall be commenced within one
year after the date of issuance of the zoning permit. If such activities
are not commenced within the prescribed period of time, the permit
shall be considered null and void.
B.
Signs listed in § 19-105, "Signs Exempt from Permit Requirements," shall not require a permit but shall be subject to regulations with respect to size, quantity and placement as defined in this Part. Exemptions from the necessity of securing a permit shall not relieve the owner of the sign from responsibility for its erection in a safe manner that complies with all other provisions of this Part.
2.
Inspection. The Building Inspector shall require the proper maintenance
of all signs and shall inspect every sign for which a permit is required
within 10 days after work is completed on the sign.
3.
Fees and Deposits. Permit fees and escrow deposit amounts, as required
herein, shall be set by resolution of the Borough Council.
4.
Plan Requirements. Any sign which is intended to be used or included
in any development or plan of building or development to be submitted
and reviewed by the Borough shall be identified in the plan, including
location, size, nature of the sign materials and the purpose of the
sign.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 12]
1.
The Borough Manager, or his/her designee, is authorized to enforce
this Part.
2.
If the Borough Manager, or his/her designee, finds that any provision
of this Part is being violated, he/she shall provide notification
in writing to the person responsible for the violation, indicating
the nature of the violation and ordering the action necessary to correct
it.
3.
If the violation is not corrected within the time specified, the
Borough Manager, or his/her designee, may order repairs or removal
of any sign and its supporting structures judged dangerous, in disrepair
or in violation of this Part, may revoke the sign permit and/or may
seek penalties and injunctive relief.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 13]
Violation of any provision of this Part or any lawful order
relating to this Part by the Borough Manager, or his/her designee,
shall be subject to a fine of not more than $100 per offense. Each
day that the violation continues is a separate violation. In the event
that Dublin Borough incurs any expense in the enforcement of this
Part including, but not limited to, court costs and attorney's
fees, the Borough shall be entitled to collect such costs from the
violator. Any penalties or costs assessed shall be payable to Dublin
Borough.
[Ord. 289, 6/14/2010, § 14; as amended by Ord.
298, 12/19/2011, § 2]
Any person aggrieved by a decision of the Borough Manager, or
his/her designee, may appeal to the Borough Council within 30 days.
The Borough Council has the authority to interpret the provisions
of this Part and to waive the requirements of this Part when a literal
enforcement of the provisions of this Part would result in the applicant's
ability to reasonably advertise their business. In deciding what is
reasonable advertising, the Council shall consider the following:
does the shape and size of the lot require additional signs, the number
of businesses in a building or on a lot, can the number of overall
signs be reduced if the size of some signs are increased, or some
other unusual or unique feature of the lot or building.
