A. 
The purpose of the sign regulations is to:
1. 
Protect the health, safety, property and welfare of the public;
2. 
Provide a neat, clean, orderly and attractive appearance in the community;
3. 
Provide for safe construction, location, erection and maintenance of signs;
4. 
Encourage signs to be well designed and wisely located;
5. 
Prevent sign clutter, minimize adverse visual safety factors to travelers in the public right-of-way;
6. 
Provide a simple and efficient regulatory process; and
7. 
Achieve these purposes consistent with state and federal constitutional limits on the regulation of speech.
B. 
To achieve this purpose, it is necessary to regulate the design, quality of materials, construction, location, electrification, illumination, and maintenance of signs that are visible to the public.
C. 
Nothing in these regulations is intended to control the construction or location of directional or informational signs installed by the city, county or state for the purpose of controlling traffic, indicating street names, providing legal or public notice, or other public purposes.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
A. 
Reading and Applying the Code. Literal readings of the code language will be used. Regulations are no more or less strict than as stated. Application of the regulations that are consistent with the rules of this sign code are non-discretionary actions of the Planning Director to implement the code.
B. 
Situations Where the Code is Silent. Proposals for signs where the code is silent, or where the rules of this chapter do not provide a basis for concluding that the sign is allowed, are prohibited.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
Sign area includes the area within a perimeter enclosing the limits of lettering, writing, representation, emblem, figure, essential sign structure, foundations or supports. For a multiple-face (more than 2-sided) sign, the sign area shall be the total of all faces. If the sign consists of more than 1 section or module, all areas will be totaled. For a double-faced sign in a single cabinet, the allowed area shall be the dimension of the cabinet, not the total of the area of the message.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
A. 
Permit Required. All signs erected after the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter, other than signs exempt from permit requirements of this chapter shall require a sign permit.
B. 
Permit Application.
1. 
Application for a sign permit shall be made on forms provided by the Planning Director.
2. 
An application shall include all plans and information necessary to establish that the proposed sign complies with the applicable requirements of this chapter and applicable building, structural and life safety codes.
3. 
Sign permit applications shall be submitted on a form provided by the City. The sign permit application fee shall be set from time to time by resolution of the City Council. Such application and required fee shall be filed in the office of the City Recorder. Applications shall be reviewed administratively by the City within approximately five to seven business days set forth in Section 18.02.040, and such issuance or denial shall constitute the City's decision on the application. A denial shall be in writing and explain the reason for such denial.
An applicant whose sign application has been conditioned, denied, suspended or revoked may file a written request with the City Manager. The request must be filed within 10 business days after the notice of conditioned, denied, suspended or revoked application is mailed or delivered, whichever is earlier. The written request shall include:
a. 
The name and address of the applicant and the business owner if different than the applicant;
b. 
The nature of the determination from which the request is taken and a copy of the determination;
c. 
The reason or reasons why the determination is alleged to be incorrect; and
d. 
What the correct determination should be. This will be the final decision on the application.
4. 
An approved sign review does not replace, supersede, or waive structural or electrical standards and permits required. These other permits must also be obtained prior to work on the installation of the sign.
5. 
Signs requested to be placed in any public right-of-way must first obtain permission from the jurisdiction having control of said right-of-way.
6. 
A sign review permit issued under this chapter is void if substantial physical action is not taken in accordance with the conditions of the permit and the applicable provisions of this chapter, and the finding that the applicant did not misrepresent or falsify any information supplied in the application.
7. 
Site plan and/or building elevation plans drawn to scale and dimension showing:
a. 
Existing structures;
b. 
Driveways;
c. 
Street and right-of-way;
d. 
Existing signs;
e. 
Proposed sign;
f. 
Vision clearance;
g. 
All incidental signs.
8. 
A proposed sign plan drawn to scale and dimension showing:
a. 
Height;
b. 
Width;
c. 
Square footage;
d. 
Thickness;
e. 
Size and style of letters;
f. 
Color;
g. 
Type of illumination;
h. 
Materials.
C. 
Fees. A fee as established by resolution of the City Council shall be paid upon the filing of an application. Such fees shall not be refundable.
D. 
Permit Conditions. The Planning Department shall attach conditions in conjunction with the approval of a sign permit in order to ensure the intent of this Code is met. The Planning Department may also require guarantees and evidence to ensure that such conditions will be complied with.
E. 
Permit Suspension or Revocation. The Planning Director or duly authorized representative may, in writing, suspend or revoke a permit issued under provisions of this chapter whenever the permit is issued on the basis of incorrect information supplied, or in violation of applicable ordinance or regulation or any of the provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2; Ord. 2019-02 §§1, 2)
A. 
Signs shall be constructed, erected and maintained to meet the requirements of the Oregon Structural Specialty Code, National Electric Code and Oregon Mechanical Code. In addition, all illuminated signs shall be subject to the provisions of the Underwriters' Standards, as defined in Underwriters' Laboratories, "Standards for Safety, Electric Signs." For purposes of this section, "illuminated sign" means any sign which has characters, letters, figures, designs or outlines illuminated by electric lights or luminous tubes as part of the sign property.
B. 
All signs and component parts shall be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe, neat, clean and attractive condition.
C. 
All signs shall be located entirely within the boundaries of the subject property unless specifically authorized by this code.
D. 
No sign shall be erected or maintained in such a manner that any portion will interfere in any way with the free use of, or any access to, any fire escape, or be erected or maintained so as to obstruct any window of light or ventilation required by any applicable law or building code.
E. 
It is unlawful to erect or maintain a sign which, by reason of its size or location, pose immediate danger to the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the city, either pedestrian or motorists, at public and/or private roadways, intersections, and driveways.
F. 
All signs shall be able to withstand a wind pressure at a minimum of 20 pounds per square foot of exposed surface.
G. 
All signs shall be constructed securely and shall not constitute a fire hazard.
H. 
When wood is used which comes into contact with the ground, the wood must be pressure treated.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
The Planning Department may order removal of any sign erected, replaced, reconstructed or maintained in violation of these regulations.
A. 
The Planning Department shall deliver written notice by certified mail (return receipt requested) to the owner of the sign, or, if the owner of the sign cannot be located, to the owner of the lot(s) as shown on the tax rolls of Clackamas County, on which such sign is located, directing that the sign shall be removed or brought into compliance with these standards.
B. 
If the owner of such sign or the owner of the lot(s) on which the sign is located fails to remove the sign or remedy the violation within 30 days after receipt of written notice from the city, the Planning Director shall cause such sign to be removed at the expense of the property owner. Such costs shall be entered by the City Recorder on the docket of city liens against the property owner and shall be collectible in the same manner as liens for public improvements.
C. 
If the condition of the sign presents an immediate threat to the safety of the public, the Planning Director may cause removal of the sign immediately, without prior notice, and the expenses for such removal shall be paid by the owner of the sign or the permit applicant. If such persons cannot be found, the expense shall be paid by the owner of the building, structure or property.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
A. 
A nonconforming sign lawfully existed prior to the adoption of applicable zoning requirements with which it does not comply. Except, however, signs shall be considered to be nonconforming where the sign, by reason of its size, location, construction, or lack of maintenance creates a public hazard or nuisance. In the case of such public hazard or nuisance, the city may begin immediate abatement procedures, as provided in this chapter and other city ordinances.
B. 
Relocation, replacement, structural alteration or expansion of a nonconforming sign is subject to the same limitations, application procedures and requirements set forth in this chapter for other nonconforming structures. Except, approval of a nonconforming structure application is not required for the following:
1. 
Normal repair and maintenance, where the cost to repair the sign does not exceed 50% of the replacement cost of the sign using new materials, as determined by the Building Official.
2. 
Change of sign copy.
3. 
Structural alteration when the alteration is necessary for structural safety, as determined by the Building Official.
4. 
A nonconforming sign may be reconstructed if it is required to be temporarily removed to accommodate construction or repair of public utilities or public works and the sign reconstruction is completed within 90 days after the completion of the public utilities or public works construction activity.
C. 
Signs installed in violation of any prior sign code or applicable laws or regulations, and which are in violation of this chapter, shall be removed, replaced or altered in order to conform to the requirements of this chapter.
D. 
Signs recognized as historical element of a historical landmark are exempt from this chapter.
E. 
All nonconforming signs shall be altered to conform to the requirements of this chapter by January 1, 2025.
F. 
A sign for which a variance is granted under the provisions of this chapter is not considered nonconforming.
G. 
If a nonconforming sign is damaged by wind, fire, neglect or by any other cause, and such damage exceeds 60% of its replacement value, the nonconforming sign shall be removed.
H. 
An unlawful sign shall be removed or made to conform within 60 days after written notice from the Planning Department. Said 60-day period may be extended if the owner of an unlawful sign submits to the Planning Department a declaration signed under penalty of perjury, on forms provided by the Department, stating that he or she intends to terminate the business identified by said sign within 12 months of the date of the notice and agrees to remove the sign upon the expiration of the 12-month period or the date he or she terminates his or her business, whichever occurs first.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
All signs which are placed inside a structure or building, which are not visible through windows or building openings and are not intended to be visible to the public are exempt from the provisions of the sign code.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
A. 
No sign, unless exempt or allowed pursuant to this chapter shall be permitted.
B. 
In a commercial or industrial zone no sign shall be placed inside or outside a structure so as to obscure more than 25% of any individual window surface. In a residential zone no sign shall be placed so as to obscure more than 10% of any individual window surface. Glass doors shall be considered an individual window surface.
Holiday paintings and temporary specials painted on windows shall be exempt from this percentage of limitation.
C. 
No permanent sign, other than a public sign, may be placed within or over any portion of the public right-of-way, except those signs which are consistent with the provisions of this chapter.
D. 
No sign shall be allowed within 2 feet of any area subject to vehicular travel.
E. 
No temporary sign, except for banner signs for which a permit has been issued and those necessary for temporary traffic control shall be placed within or over any portion of the public right-of-way of a major collector or arterial street.
F. 
No sign shall be located in a manner which could impede travel on any pedestrian or vehicular travel surface.
G. 
No temporary signs, bench signs. Banners, pennants, wind signs, balloon signs, flags, or any other temporary sign structure shall be allowed as except specifically authorized by this chapter.
H. 
Except as otherwise provided herein, no sign shall be equipped or displayed with moving, flashing or intermittent illumination except athletic scoreboards.
I. 
No sign shall be or consist of any moving, rotating, or otherwise animated part.
J. 
No signs on buildings shall be placed on the roof or extend above the roof line or parapet of the structure.
K. 
No sign shall be attached to a tree or vegetation.
L. 
No non-public sign which purports to be, is an imitation of, or resembles an official traffic sign or signal, or which attempts to direct the movement of traffic on the street, or which hides from view any official traffic sign or signal shall be permitted.
M. 
No public address system or sound devices shall be used in conjunction with any sign or advertising device.
N. 
No signs that are internally illuminated shall be permitted in any residential zone.
O. 
No sign that obstructs free and clear vision of the traveling public at the intersection of any street or driveway shall be permitted.
P. 
A sign with lighting of such intensity or brilliance as to cause glare on adjoining properties or roadways or impair the vision of a driver of a motor vehicle or otherwise to interfere with the operations thereof or allows light to be directed upward.
Q. 
A sign erected or maintained on public property or within the public right-of-way without permission of the public body having jurisdiction.
R. 
Any sign larger than 32 square feet (counting both sides) on an undeveloped lot or parcel of property.
S. 
Signs larger than 3 square feet on fences or fencing.
T. 
Signs placed on, affixed to, or painted on any motor vehicle, trailer or other mobile structure not registered, licensed and insured for use on public highways, city and/or parked with the primary purpose of providing a sign not otherwise allowed by this chapter.
U. 
Video signs.
V. 
Any signs advertising a business or other use which has discontinued operation within the building, on the lot or in the development shall be deemed abandoned and shall be removed within 90 days of the time the business or use is discontinued, unless a new occupancy permit is issued for a new sign. Removal of the sign is the business owner's responsibility however if not removed within the 90 days becomes the property owner's responsibility.
W. 
Signs in violation of the other chapters of the Molalla Municipal Code.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2; Ord. 2019-02 §§3, 4)
A. 
All illuminated signs must be installed by a licensed sign contractor, subject to provisions of the State Electrical Code. All electrically illuminated signs shall bear the Underwriters' Laboratory label or equivalent.
B. 
Building and electrical permits shall be the responsibility of the applicant. Prior to obtaining permits the applicant bears the burden of providing an approved sign permit or demonstrating exemption from the permit requirements of this chapter.
C. 
Signs shall be designed to be compatible with nearby signs, other elements of street and site furniture and with adjacent structures. Compatibility shall be determined by the relationship of the elements of form, proportion, scale, color, materials, surface treatment, overall sign size and the size and style of lettering.
D. 
Content on signs visible from streets shall be designed to minimize distractions to motorists. Signs may be reviewed for clarity and readability.
E. 
Setbacks. Signs are required to meet the setback requirements of the applicable zoning district, except however the street yard setback for signs may be reduced to 50% of that required for other structures in the zone. Signs shall not obstruct a vision clearance area.
F. 
Size of Sign. The maximum size of all signs per building shall not exceed the totals listed in the table below:
Street Frontage
(ft)
Maximum Display Surface Area
(sq ft)
Maximum Area of Any One Sign Face
(sq ft)
Maximum Height Freestanding Signs
(ft)
1 – 50
50
25
30
50 – 200
100
50
30
201+
300
150
30
On a building containing multiple tenants signage requirements shall meet the maximum below as an entire building not as individual business.
G. 
Illumination.
1. 
External illumination is allowed. The external illumination may be either "direct" or "indirect," provided that the source of light (e.g., bulb) is shielded such that it is not directly seen by the public. External light sources shall be carefully located, directed and shielded in order to avoid direct illumination of any off-site object or property.
2. 
Internal illumination is allowed.
3. 
Sign illumination shall not result in glare onto neighboring properties or onto public right-of-way, such that due to level of brightness, lack of shielding, or high contrast with surrounding light levels, the sign illumination results in "light intrusion" onto adjacent properties.
a. 
Direct lighting means exposed lighting or neon tubes on the sign face.
b. 
Indirect lighting means the light source is separate from the sign face or cabinet and is directed so as to shine on the sign.
c. 
Internal lighting means the light source is concealed within the sign.
4. 
Signs shall not flash, undulate, pulse, or portray explosions, fireworks, flashes of light, or blinking or chasing lights.
5. 
Exposed incandescent bulbs may be used on the exterior surface of a sign if each of such bulbs do not exceed 25 watts or unless each of such bulbs is screened by a diffusing lens, sun screen or similar shading device.
H. 
Monument Signs.
1. 
Monument signs shall have a distinct base, middle, and top. These elements of the sign shall vary from one another in terms of their thickness, materials, or color.
2. 
Monument signs shall incorporate the following materials, unless otherwise approved pursuant to subsection (H)(4) of this section.
a. 
The base and top shall be constructed of stone, brick, or wood;
b. 
The middle shall be constructed of stone, brick, wood, metal with a matte/non-reflective finish, vinyl, or other materials as noted in subsection (H)(2)(c);
c. 
Other materials may be used for bulletin board or electronic message board components in the middle portion of a monument sign, as needed to allow the bulletin board or electronic message board to function.
3. 
Monument signs shall provide street addresses when street addresses are not visible from the street.
4. 
A monument sign which does not meet 1 or more of the standards detailed above in subsections (H)(1) through (3), may be approved by the Planning Director. A discretionary monument sign application may be approved if the applicant demonstrates compliance with all of the following criteria:
a. 
The overall design of the sign exhibits a sense of structure; and
b. 
Materials, similar to stone, brick, or wood are used; and
c. 
The proposed sign is in conformance with all other applicable city ordinances concerning its location, construction, and design.
I. 
Blade/Overhang Signs.
1. 
Blade/overhang sign shall not extend more than 8 feet from the building face.
2. 
The outer edge of a blade/overhang sign shall be set back a minimum of 2 feet from the curb.
3. 
A minimum 9-foot clearance shall be provided between grade and the bottom of a blade/overhang sign.
J. 
Wall Signs.
1. 
A wall sign shall not project more than 18 inches from the wall to which it is attached (or 12 inches from a wall directly abutting an alley). An encroachment permit is required prior to encroachment into any public right-of-way.
2. 
The surface area of a wall sign shall not be more than 2 square feet per lineal foot of the wall on which it is erected.
For shopping centers, the footage will be counted on the entire surface of the wall on which the sign is being erected and include all signs erected on that wall in the total footage.
K. 
Reader Boards and Electronic Message Boards.
1. 
The rate of change for sign copy on a bulletin or electronic message board from 1 message to another message shall be no more frequent than every 8 seconds. Once changed, content shall remain static until the next change.
2. 
Displays may travel horizontally or scroll vertically onto electronic message boards but must hold a static position after completing the travel or scroll.
3. 
Sign content shall not appear to flash, undulate, pulse, or portray explosions, fireworks, flashes of light, or blinking or chasing lights. Content shall not appear to move toward or away from the viewer, expand or contract, bounce, rotate, spin, twist, or otherwise portray graphics or animation as it moves onto, is displayed on or leaves the electronic message board.
4. 
No electronic message board may be illuminated to a degree of brightness that is greater than necessary for adequate visibility.
5. 
Electronic reader boards may be placed in commercial, industrial and public zones only.
6. 
No electronic message board may be located closer than 500 feet from another electronic message board.
7. 
These signs are only allowed as part of a blade/overhang sign, marquee sign, monument sign, pole sign, or wall sign.
L. 
A-Frame Signs.
1. 
Dimensions. The A-frame sign area shall not exceed 3 feet high by 2 feet wide. The top of the sign shall be no more than 42 inches from the ground (including feet and hinge mechanisms).
2. 
Construction. Shall be constructed of wood, plastic, or metal with a matte/non-reflective finish.
3. 
Location. Shall not be located further than 100 feet from the primary business. Signs must not obstruct vehicle sight clearances or be placed so as to obscure permanent signs.
4. 
Quantity. No more than 1 A-frame sign per business.
5. 
No A-frame sign shall include any parts or attachments that extend beyond the edge of the sign dimensions.
6. 
No reflective materials shall be incorporated into the A-frame sign.
7. 
Neon colors shall not be incorporated into the A-frame sign.
8. 
No A-frame sign shall be placed along any designated sidewalk, or walkway in such a manner as to impede pedestrian passage.
9. 
A-frames shall not be placed in landscaped areas.
10. 
All A-frames shall comply with the requirements of this code within 1 year of adoption of this code.
11. 
Time Period. A-frame signs may be displayed only during public business hours and shall be promptly removed from public display when the business is closed, or at dusk, whichever comes first. For enforcement purposes, dusk is when nearby street lights turn on.
12. 
An A-frame sign which does not meet one or more of the standards detailed in this section above, may be approved by the Planning Director. A discretionary A-frame sign application may be approved if the applicant demonstrates compliance with all of the following criteria:
The proposed materials, colors, and dimensions of the A-frame sign do not pose a hazard concerning its location, construction, and design.
M. 
Signs in Residential Zones. In addition to the temporary and permanent signage allowed without a permit in the residential zones the following signage is allowed subject to permit and fee:
1. 
Monument Signs.
a. 
Subdivision Identification Sign and Multifamily (16 or More Units) Monument Signs. A permanent sign may be located at the principle entrance to a subdivision identifying the name of the development. Any sign permitted pursuant to this provision shall meet all the following requirements:
i. 
Size. Maximum area on 1 sign face is 32 square feet;
ii. 
Maximum height 6 feet.
iii. 
Lighting. Indirect lighting shall be used when lighting is requested.
iv. 
Types of materials to be used shall be similar to that of the surrounding area. These types include:
(A) 
Wood;
(B) 
Stone;
(C) 
Brick.
v. 
No bright colors of any kind shall be allowed on these signs. All signage shall follow the base color code.
vi. 
Signs shall be placed in a landscaped area.
vii. 
Signs may include the name of the subdivision or apartment complex as well as a phone number and the owner of the complex.
b. 
Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility or Privately-Owned Community Center.
i. 
Size. Maximum of 40 square feet per sign face.
ii. 
Maximum height 7 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per parcel.
2. 
Blade/Overhang Signs.
a. 
Home Occupation or Permitted Commercial Use.
i. 
Size. Maximum 2 square feet per sign face.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage.
b. 
All other uses not allowed.
3. 
Wall Signs.
a. 
Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum 9% of building elevation area, with a maximum sign face of 60 square feet on a primary frontage or 30 square feet on a secondary frontage.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage.
b. 
Home occupation or permitted commercial use other than those listed above in subsection (M)(3)(a):
i. 
Size. Maximum 2 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. Maximum 1 sign; no specific location requirement.
c. 
All other uses not allowed.
4. 
Reader Boards and Electronic Message Boards.
a. 
Reader Boards for Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Bulletin board may encompass up to 75% of sign face area.
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of sign.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as a permitted sign.
b. 
Electronic Message Board for Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Electronic message board may be no larger than 8-foot horizontal by 3-foot vertical from the ground.
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of sign.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as part of permitted sign.
c. 
Bulletin board and electronic message board all other areas—Not allowed.
5. 
Pole Signs.
a. 
Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum 40 square feet per sign face.
ii. 
Maximum height 8 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign may be located adjacent each street frontage.
b. 
All other uses not allowed.
6. 
Awning Sign or Canopy Sign. Not permitted on any use.
7. 
Marquee Sign. Not permitted on any use.
8. 
Window Sign.
a. 
Size. Maximum 15% of total window area.
b. 
Maximum height determined by height of window.
c. 
Location/Number. Only allowed in ground floor or 2nd floor windows.
N. 
Signs in the Central Business District. In addition to the temporary and permanent signage allowed without permit in the following Central Business District zones the following signage is allowed subject to permit and fee:
1. 
Monument Signs.
a. 
Church, School, or Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum 40 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 9 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign may be located adjacent on each street frontage.
b. 
Minor Business Complex.
i. 
Size. Maximum 50 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 12 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign, except on site abutting a collector or arterial street, 1 sign may be located adjacent to each collector/arterial street frontage.
c. 
Major Business Complex.
i. 
Size. Maximum 65 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 12 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign, except on site abutting a collector or arterial street, 1 sign may be located adjacent to each collector/arterial street frontage.
d. 
All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum 40 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 9 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign, except on site abutting a collector or arterial street, 1 sign may be located adjacent to each collector/arterial street frontage.
2. 
Blade/Overhang Sign.
a. 
All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. Each sign shall have a maximum sign face area of 20 square feet. The total combined area of wall and blade/overhang signs on a primary frontage shall not exceed 12% of the building elevation area.
ii. 
Maximum Height The height of the sign shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location.
3. 
Wall Signs.
a. 
Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum 9% of building elevation area, with a maximum sign face of 60 square feet on a primary frontage or 30 square feet on a secondary frontage.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage.
b. 
Home Occupation.
i. 
Size. Maximum 2 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. Maximum 1 sign; no specific location requirement.
c. 
Commercial Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign area of all signage allowed on a primary building frontage is 8% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage, up to a maximum of 120 square feet.
(A) 
The total combined area of marquee signs, awning or canopy signs, and wall signs on a primary frontage shall not exceed the maximum percentage of building elevation area allowed.
(B) 
The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 6% of the building elevation area of the secondary building frontage, up to a maximum of 60 square feet.
(C) 
If the building elevation area of a primary or secondary building frontage exceeds 5,000 square feet, the total sign face area allowed on that frontage is 130 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location.
d. 
All other uses not allowed.
4. 
Reader Boards and Electronic Message Board Signs.
a. 
Size. May be no larger than 8-foot horizontal by 3-foot vertical from the ground.
b. 
Maximum height determined by height of sign.
c. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as a permitted sign.
5. 
Bulletin Board—All Other Uses.
a. 
Size. May encompass up to 50% of sign face area.
b. 
Maximum height determined by height of sign.
c. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as of a permitted sign.
6. 
Pole Signs.
a. 
Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum 40 square feet per sign face (up to 2 faces).
ii. 
Maximum height 12 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign may be located adjacent to each street frontage.
b. 
Minor Business Complex.
i. 
Size. Maximum 50 square feet per sign face (up to 2 faces).
ii. 
Maximum height 18 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign may be located adjacent to each street frontage.
c. 
Major Business Complex.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a primary building frontage is 8% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage, up to a maximum of 60 square feet.
(A) 
The total combined area of the marquee signs, awning or canopy signs, and wall signs on a primary frontage shall not exceed the maximum percentage of building elevation area allowed.
(B) 
The total combined area of wall and blade/overhang signs on a primary frontage shall not exceed 12% of the building elevation area.
(C) 
The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 6% of the building elevation area of the secondary building frontage, up to a maximum of 30 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roof line or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at the location.
7. 
Awning Sign or Canopy Sign.
a. 
Use on Site—All Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a primary building frontage is 12% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage, up to a maximum of 60 square feet.
(A) 
The total combined area of marquee signs, awning or canopy signs, and wall signs on a primary frontage shall not exceed the maximum percentage of building elevation area allowed.
(B) 
The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 8% of the building elevation area of the secondary frontage, up to a maximum of 30 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or parapet wall whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location. Sign shall not extend more than 8 inches from the building face. Outer edge of sign shall be set back a minimum of 2 feet from the curb. A minimum 8½ foot clearance shall be provided between grade and bottom of the sign.
8. 
Marquee Sign.
a. 
Use on Site—All Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a primary building frontage is 12% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage, up to a maximum of 120 square feet.
The total combined area of marquee signs, awning or canopy signs, and wall signs on a primary frontage shall not exceed the maximum percentage of the building elevation area allowed.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project more than 8 feet above the roofline or parapet wall, whichever is higher the blade/overhang portion of the sign may extend above the roof line or parapet wall.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per primary building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location. Outer edge of sign shall be set back a minimum of 2 feet from a curb.
9. 
Window Sign.
a. 
Use on Site—All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. See Section 18.02.090(B).
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of window.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed in ground floor or 2nd floor windows.
O. 
Signs in the Commercial District. In addition to the temporary and permanent signage allowed without permit in the following commercial zones the following signage is allowed subject to permit and fee:
1. 
Monument Signs.
a. 
Church, School, or Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum 48 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 9 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign may be located adjacent on each street frontage.
b. 
Minor Business Complex.
i. 
Size. Maximum 100 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 12 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign, except on site abutting a collector or arterial street, 1 sign may be located adjacent to each collector/arterial street frontage.
c. 
Major Business Complex.
i. 
Size. Maximum 150 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 12 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign, except on site abutting a collector or arterial street, 1 sign may be located adjacent to each collector/arterial street frontage.
d. 
All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum 48 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 12 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign, except on site abutting a collector or arterial street, 1 sign may be located adjacent to each collector/arterial street frontage.
2. 
Blade/Overhang Signs.
a. 
All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. Each sign shall have a maximum sign face area of 48 square feet. The total combined area of wall and blade/overhang signs on a primary frontage shall not exceed 12% of the building elevation area.
ii. 
Maximum Height. The height of the sign shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location.
3. 
Wall Signs.
a. 
All Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign area of all signage allowed on a primary building frontage is 8% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage, up to a maximum of 120 square feet.
(A) 
The total combined area of marquee signs, awning or canopy signs, and wall signs on a primary frontage shall not exceed the maximum percentage of building elevation area allowed.
(B) 
The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 6% of the building elevation area of the secondary building frontage, up to a maximum of 60 square feet.
(C) 
If the building elevation area of a primary or secondary building frontage exceeds 5,000 square feet, the total sign face area allowed on that frontage is 130 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location.
4. 
Reader Boards and Electronic Message Board Signs.
a. 
Bulletin Board for Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. May encompass up to 75% of the sign face area.
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of sign.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as a permitted sign.
b. 
Bulletin Board—All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. May encompass up to 50% of sign face area.
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of sign.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as part of a permitted sign.
c. 
Electronic Message Board—All Uses.
i. 
Size. May be no larger than 8-foot horizontal by 3-foot vertical from the ground.
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of sign.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as part of permitted sign.
5. 
Pole Signs.
a. 
Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum 48 square feet per sign face (up to 2 faces).
ii. 
Maximum height 18 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign may be located adjacent each street frontage.
b. 
Minor Business Complex.
i. 
Size. Maximum 100 square feet per sign face (up to 2 faces).
ii. 
Maximum height 20 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign; except on a site with more than 1 street frontage, 1 sign may be located adjacent each collector or arterial street frontage that is at least 500 feet in length. Where more than 1 sign is permitted on a site, the signs must be separated by at least 300 feet.
c. 
Major Business Complex.
i. 
Size. Maximum 130 square feet per sign face (up to 2 faces).
ii. 
Maximum height 26 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign; except on a site with more than 1 street frontage, 1 sign may be located adjacent each collector or arterial street frontage that is at least 500 feet in length. Where more than 1 sign is permitted on a site, the signs must be separated by at least 300 feet.
d. 
All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum 48 square feet per sign face (up to 2 faces).
ii. 
Maximum height 18 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign; except 1 sign may be located adjacent each collector or arterial street frontage.
6. 
Awning Sign and Canopy Sign.
a. 
Use on Site—All Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a primary building frontage is 12% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage, up to a maximum of 120 square feet.
(A) 
The total combined area of marquee signs, awning or canopy signs, and wall signs on a primary frontage shall not exceed the maximum percentage of building elevation area allowed.
(B) 
The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 8% of the building elevation area of the secondary frontage, up to a maximum of 30 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roof line or parapet wall whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location. Sign shall not project above the roof line. Sign shall not extend more than 8 feet from the building face. Outer edge of sign shall be set back a minimum of 2 feet from a curb. A minimum 8½ foot clearance shall be provided between grade and bottom of sign.
7. 
Marquee Sign.
a. 
Use on Site—All Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a primary building frontage is 12% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage, up to a maximum of 120 square feet.
The total combined area of marquee signs, awning or canopy signs, and wall signs on a primary frontage shall not exceed the maximum percentage of the building elevation area allowed.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project more than 8 feet above the roofline or parapet wall, whichever is higher the blade/overhang portion of the sign may extend above the roof line or parapet wall.
iii. 
Location/Number. Outer edge of sign shall be set back a minimum of 2 feet from a curb. A minimum 8½ foot clearance shall be provided between grade and bottom of sign.
8. 
Window Signs.
a. 
Use on Site—All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. See Section 18.02.090(B).
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of window.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed in ground floor or 2nd floor windows.
P. 
Signs in the Community Planning Area. In addition to the temporary and permanent signage allowed without permit in the Community Planning Area the following signage is allowed subject to a permit and fee.
1. 
Monument Signs.
a. 
Church, School, or Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum 32 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 7 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign may be located adjacent on each street frontage.
b. 
Residential—None.
c. 
All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum 32 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 7 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign, except on site abutting a collector or arterial street, 1 sign may be located adjacent to each collector/arterial street frontage.
2. 
Blade/Overhang Signs.
a. 
All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. Each sign shall have a maximum sign face area of 6 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. The height of the sign shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location.
3. 
Wall Signs.
a. 
Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign face area for each sign is 60 square feet on a primary building frontage.
The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 6% of the building elevation area of the secondary building frontage, up to a maximum of 30 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage.
b. 
All Uses.
i. 
Size. The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 6% of the building elevation area of the primary building.
The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 4% of the building elevation of the secondary building frontage, up to a maximum of 8 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is greater.
iii. 
Location/Number. No more than 1 wall sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location. A wall sign shall not project more than 18 inches from the wall to which it is attached (or 12 inches from the wall on a building frontage abutting an alley).
4. 
Bulletin Board Sign and Electronic Message Board Signs.
a. 
Bulletin Board for Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. May encompass up to 75% of the sign face area.
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of sign.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as a permitted sign.
b. 
Bulletin Board—All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. May encompass up to 50% of sign face area.
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of sign.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as part of a permitted sign.
c. 
Electronic Message Board—All Uses.
i. 
Size. May be no larger than 8-foot horizontal by 3-foot vertical from the ground.
ii. 
Determined by height of sign.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as part of permitted sign.
5. 
Pole Signs.
a. 
Church, School, Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum 32 square feet per sign face (up to 2 faces).
ii. 
Maximum height 8 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign may be located adjacent to each street frontage.
b. 
All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum 32 square feet per sign face (up to 2 faces).
ii. 
Maximum height 8 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign; except on a site with more than 1 street frontage, 1 sign may be located adjacent to each collector or arterial street frontage.
6. 
Awning Sign or Canopy Sign.
a. 
Use on Site—Church, School, or Public/Semi-Public Facility.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a primary building frontage is 12% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage, up to a maximum of 50 square feet.
The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 8% of the building elevation area of the secondary frontage, up to a maximum of 25 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roof line or parapet wall whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location. Sign shall not project above the roof line. Sign shall not extend more than 8 feet from the building face. Outer edge of sign shall be set back a minimum of 2 feet from a curb. A minimum 8½ foot clearance shall be provided between grade and bottom of sign.
b. 
Use on Site. All other uses not allowed.
7. 
Marquee sign not allowed.
8. 
Window Sign.
a. 
Use on Site—All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. See Section 18.02.030(B).
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of window.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed in ground floor or 2nd floor windows.
Q. 
Signs in Industrial Districts. In addition to the temporary and permanent signage allowed without permit in the following industrial zones the following signage is allowed subject to permit and fee:
1. 
Monument Signs.
a. 
All uses in the M1 or M2 zones.
i. 
Size. Maximum 32 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 6 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign.
b. 
All Uses in Support Commercial.
i. 
Size. Maximum 32 square feet per sign face up to 2 sign faces.
ii. 
Maximum height 8 feet.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign.
2. 
Blade/Overhang Signs.
a. 
All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. Each sign shall have a maximum sign face area of 48 square feet.
The total sign face area of all signs placed on a primary building frontage shall not exceed 12% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage.
ii. 
Maximum Height. The height of the sign shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location.
3. 
Wall Signs.
a. 
All Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a primary building frontage is 8% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage, up to a maximum of 300 square feet.
The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 6% of the building elevation area of the secondary building frontage, up to a maximum of 190 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roofline or top of the parapet wall, whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. Painted wall signs are prohibited. Internally illuminated box style signs, also called can signs, are prohibited. For other types of wall signs, 1 sign is permitted per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location.
4. 
Reader Boards and Electronic Message Boards.
a. 
Bulletin Board—All Other Uses.
i. 
Size. May encompass up to 50% of sign face area.
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of sign.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as part of a permitted sign.
b. 
Electronic Message Board—All Uses.
i. 
Size. May be no larger than 8-foot horizontal by 3-foot vertical from the ground.
ii. 
Determined by height of sign.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed as part of permitted sign.
5. 
Pole signs not allowed.
6. 
Awning Sign or Canopy Sign.
a. 
Use on Site—All Uses.
i. 
Size. Maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a primary building frontage is 12% of the building elevation area of the primary building frontage, up to a maximum of 120 square feet.
The maximum sign face area of all signage allowed on a secondary building frontage is 8% of the building elevation area of the secondary frontage, up to a maximum of 60 square feet.
ii. 
Maximum Height. Shall not project above the roof line or parapet wall whichever is higher.
iii. 
Location/Number. One sign per building frontage for each business license on file with the city at that location. Sign shall not project above the roof line. Sign shall not extend more than 8 feet from the building face. Outer edge of sign shall be set back a minimum of 2 feet from a curb. A minimum 8½ foot clearance shall be provided between grade and bottom of sign.
7. 
Marquee sign not allowed.
8. 
Window Signs.
a. 
Use on Site—All Uses.
i. 
Size. See Section 18.02.090(B).
ii. 
Maximum height determined by height of window.
iii. 
Location/Number. Only allowed in ground floor or 2nd floor windows.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2; Ord. 2019-02 §4)
The following signs shall comply with all provisions and regulations of this chapter; however, no fee, permit or application is required:
A. 
One sign not exceeding 1 square foot in area hung from a building.
B. 
One sign not exceeding 2 square feet in area placed on any occupied residential lot.
C. 
Incidental Signs. Not exceeding 6 square feet in area shall be allowed on any parcel that a multiple dwelling is constructed.
D. 
Public Signs. For hospitals or emergency services, legal notices, railroad signs, and danger signs.
Signs or tablets (including names of buildings, and the date of erection) when cut into any masonry surface, or constructed of bronze or other noncombustible surface not to exceed 8 square feet in area.
E. 
Athletic Field Signs. Rigid signs located on the outfield fence of athletic fields may be installed. Each individual sign shall be no more than 32 square feet in area. There shall be no more than 32 square feet of area for any 8 linear feet of fence. The maximum height shall not exceed 8 feet above grade. The signs shall be placed so as to be visible from the interior of the field and/or viewing stands. One sign located at 1 end of the field visible to spectators shall have a maximum height of 15 feet above grade and shall be a maximum of 64 square feet.
F. 
Accessory signs within a commercial or industrial zone which are permanent and an internal part of permitted outdoor accessory or display structures such as soft drink machines, fuel pumps, and newspaper dispensers.
G. 
No "solicitation" sign pursuant to size.
H. 
Signs attached to or carried by a person limited to 6 square feet in total size.
I. 
Flags as outlined in Chapter 21.30.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
The following signs shall comply with all provisions and regulations of this chapter; however, no fee, permit or application is required. Temporary signs are prohibited signs except as provided by this section.
A. 
Generally.
1. 
Illumination. No temporary sign shall be internally or externally illuminated.
2. 
Location.
a. 
No temporary sign shall extend into or over the public right-of-way of any street.
b. 
Signs allowed in the right-of-way for temporary traffic control shall provide a minimum of 5 feet of clear passage of pedestrians on the sidewalk where a sidewalk exists and shall come no closer than 2 feet from areas subject to vehicular travel.
c. 
No temporary sign shall extend into the vision clearance area.
3. 
Maintenance. Temporary signs shall be kept neat, clean and in good repair. Signs which are faded, torn, damaged or otherwise unsightly or in a state of disrepair shall be immediately repaired or removed.
4. 
Placement. Except as provided by this section, temporary signs shall not be attached to trees, shrubbery, utility poles, or traffic control signs or devices. They shall not obstruct or obscure primary signs on adjacent premises.
5. 
Sign Collection and Retrieval.
a. 
The city may collect temporary signs placed in the public right-of-way without a permit.
b. 
Each sign collected will be stored for a minimum of 30 days.
c. 
Notice will be mailed within 3 business days of the date of collection to the owner of each sign if the ownership is reasonably discernible from the sign or as previously filed by the owner of the sign with the Planning Department.
d. 
The owner of a sign may retrieve a sign collected by the city within 30 days of the collection date. The owner must present proof of ownership of the sign and pay a sign retrieval fee in the amount established by City Council resolution.
e. 
The owner of the sign may request a meeting before the City Manager to contest the sign removal. To request a meeting, the owner of a sign must request in writing for a meeting within 15 days of the date of mailing of the notice as provided in subsection (A)(5)(c) above.
B. 
Allowed Signage.
1. 
To any residential zone temporary signage shall be allowed for each and every lot. This signage shall not be restricted by content, but is usually and customarily used to advertise real estate sales, political or ideological positions, garage sales, home construction or remodeling, etc. Signage shall be allowed for each lot as follows:
a. 
Temporary signs not exceeding 6 square feet, provided the signs are erected not more than 90 days prior to an election and removed within 5 days following the election.
b. 
One temporary sign not exceeding 6 square feet provided the sign is removed within 15 days from the sale, lease or rental of the property or within 7 days of completion of any construction or remodeling. An additional sign of the same size may be erected if the property borders a second street and the signs are not visible simultaneously. On tracts of land of more than 2 acres in residential zones the sign area may be increased to 32 square feet. In no case shall the sign or signs be erected for more than 12 months.
c. 
One temporary sign not exceeding 4 square feet in area which is erected for a maximum of 8 days in any calendar month and is removed by sunset on any day it is erected.
d. 
Temporary signs erected within a building which do not obstruct more than 10% of any individual window surface.
2. 
In any commercial or industrial zone temporary signage shall be allowed for each and every lot. This signage shall not be restricted by content, but is usually and customarily used to advertise real estate signs, political or ideological positions, construction or remodeling, etc. The signage shall be allowed for each lot as follows:
a. 
Temporary signs not exceeding 6 square feet, provided the signs are erected not more than 90 days prior to an election and removed within 5 days following the election.
b. 
Temporary sign not exceeding 32 square feet provided said signs are removed within 15 days from the sale, lease or rental of the property or within 7 days of completion of any construction or remodeling. An additional sign of the same size may be erected if the property borders a second street and the signs are not visible simultaneously.
c. 
Temporary non-illuminated signs not exceeding 16 square feet for charitable fundraising events placed by nonprofit and charitable organizations. Such signs shall not be placed more than 7 days prior to the event and must be removed within 2 days following the event. No more than 3 such events shall be advertised in this manner per lot per year.
d. 
Temporary signs not exceeding 16 square feet in area erected in association with the temporary uses allowed by code including Christmas tree sales, pushcart vendors, Saturday market and sidewalk sales. This signage shall be allowed for the same duration as the temporary use.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2; Ord. 2019-02 §4)
A. 
The City Manager may allow temporary signs larger than those allowed by this code to be erected. This signage shall not be restricted by content, but is usually and customarily used to advertise special events and store openings on banners. The City Manager shall allow the erection of such signs only if the City Manager finds that the proposed sign will not materially impair the purposes of the Sign Code. Seasonal decorations erected within the public right-of-way shall be considered to be such signs. These signs shall meet all applicable City Code provisions. Lighting of such signs will be reviewed as part of the application and may be allowed depending on impact to surrounding development.
B. 
The following requirements shall be met, as applicable:
1. 
Written consent from the property owner where the sign will be located shall be provided. The consent shall identify any restrictions that the property owner requires of the permit holder. Banners hung from utility poles shall require written approval from Portland General Electric. Banners hung over a state highway will require written approval from the Oregon Department of Transportation.
2. 
Plans or a description showing the location of the sign; banner height above the right-of-way; support devices for the banner; and proposed dates shall be provided.
3. 
The display period shall not exceed 25 consecutive days in duration and no more than once in any 12-month period. All such signs shall be removed no later than 1 day following the event being advertised.
4. 
A copy of any liability and/or property damage insurance required by the property owner where the sign or banner will be located.
5. 
A signed rebate and indemnity agreement shall be provided if placing a banner over the public right-of-way.
6. 
The extent of signage allowed and the location of the signage is at the discretion of the City Manager.
C. 
The extent of signage allowed and the location of the signage is at the discretion of the City Manager.
D. 
Any temporary sign that exceeds 6 square feet in size.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
A. 
It is unlawful and a civil infraction for any person to erect, construct, alter or relocate any sign without first obtaining a permit pursuant to the provisions of this chapter unless a provision of this chapter specifically exempts a sign from the permit requirement.
B. 
It is unlawful and a civil infraction for any person to construct a sign that is not specifically allowed by this chapter or to erect, construct, maintain or allow to exist a sign in violation of the terms of the permit issued pursuant to this chapter.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
Sign denoting gasoline prices, as provided for in Oregon Revised Statutes 649.030, are permitted subject to the following provisions:
A. 
Maximum area on 1 sign face is 20 square feet.
B. 
Maximum height is 25 feet or that required under freestanding signs whichever is less.
C. 
Only 1 gasoline sign shall be allowed per business location street frontage.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
Signs on cars not otherwise discussed in the MDC shall meet the following requirements:
A. 
Shall not project beyond the original frame of the vehicle more than 1/4 inch; exceptions: pizza delivery, taxi, and the like;
B. 
Shall not be larger than 6 square feet; car wraps are exempt from the size requirements; and
C. 
Shall not be parked in a right-of-way for periods of time to be used as a portable sign.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
Signs advertising household goods, such as a garage sale, are permitted, subject to the following provisions:
A. 
Maximum area on 1 sign face is 6 square feet.
B. 
Height of 3 square feet.
C. 
On premises sign—One sign.
D. 
Three off-premises A-frame signs.
E. 
Placement no earlier than 8:00 a.m. on the first day and removal no later than 7:00 p.m. on the last day.
F. 
Sign cannot create a traffic hazard, impede pedestrian passage or create a public nuisance.
G. 
All garage sale signs shall include the address of the location of the garage sale.
H. 
The city shall have available a reasonable supply of professional sale signs that can be rented by individuals. In addition, the city may secure a deposit to recover the cost of replacing the sign in the event of damage or loss.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
Nameplates identifying the occupant of a residence are permitted outright when not exceeding 1 square foot in size.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)
A. 
Additional temporary single or double-faced open house signs shall be permitted on private property during daylight hours provided such additional temporary signs are removed prior to sunset the day of placement. Such signs are permitted only on private property with the consent of the occupant. Units displaying an open house sign must remain unlocked during the time the sign is posted. An open house is to be attended by the seller or representative at all times during the open house. This section does not apply to model homes within subdivisions or model apartment units. An open house sign may not be displayed for the same address for more than 2 consecutive weekends.
B. 
One temporary sign per frontage, not exceeding 6 square feet in area, during the time of sale, lease or rental of the lot/structure provided that the sign is removed within 30 days of the sale, lease or rental of the lot/structure.
(Ord. 2018-12 §2)