The purpose of this Chapter is to establish regulation of signs
in order to promote the public health, safety, and general welfare;
to harmonize the legitimate private purposes of signs to safeguard
and enhance property values; to protect public and private investment
in buildings and open space; to preserve and improve the appearance
of Manteca as a place in which to live and work; to preserve and enhance
the attractiveness of Manteca to nonresidents who come to visit and
trade; to encourage sound signing practices as an aid to business
and for the information of the public; to prevent excessive and confusing
sign displays; and to reduce hazards to motorist and pedestrians.
This Chapter is intended to regulate signs, recognizing the need for
adequate business and noncommercial identification, advertising, and
communication.
(Ord. 1501 § 1, 2011)
The following sign types are expressly exempted from the permit requirements of this Chapter and Title but still must satisfy any and all other applicable City of Manteca permit requirements when necessary (e.g., building, electrical, plumbing, grading, encroachment). Any exception to the limitations for exempt signs listed herein shall require a Variance pursuant to Section
17.10.120 (Variance). However, consideration of the variance request shall not evaluate the message or graphic design of the sign.
A. Exempt
Signs without Limitations. The following signs are exempt from Sign
Permit and City review requirements:
1. All
devices which are excluded from the definition of a sign as set forth
in this Code.
2. Official
traffic signs or other municipal governmental signs, legal notices,
advertisements prescribed by law and placed by governmental entities,
and signs indicating the location of buried utility lines or any notice
posted by a governmental officer in the scope of his or her duties.
3. Direction,
warning, or information signs or structures required or authorized
by law, or by Federal, State, County, or City authority, including,
but not limited to, traffic control signs (e.g., stop, yield), highway
route number signs, and construction zone signs.
4. Utility
company signs identifying cables, conduits, danger, and so forth.
5. Street
address signs consistent with the City-adopted Building Code or relevant
provisions of the City Municipal Code. Notwithstanding anything in
this Section, street address signs may be illuminated and may contain
reflective paint or material.
6. Historical
and/or memorial tablets and identification plaques installed by or
on behalf of a recognized governmental historical agency.
7. Time
and temperature signs containing no advertising copy.
8. Signs
and advertising for the California State Lottery as authorized by
California
Government Code, Section 8880 et seq.
9. Change
of copy that does not alter the size, location, or illumination of
a sign.
10. Signs prohibiting trespassing or hunting.
B. Exempt
Signs with Limitations. The following signs are exempt from Sign Permits
and as such do not require City review. However, they shall be consistent
with the size, height, duration, and/or maximum number limitations
listed.
1. A-Frame Signs. Each commercial business location shall be permitted one A-frame sign per street frontage. The sign may have two faces, and shall not exceed four feet in height or a width of three feet. The sign shall be unlighted. A multiple-occupancy building shall constitute one business location for the purposes of determining the number of permitted signs. A frame signs shall not obscure or visually impair vehicular traffic and shall not be placed within a public right-of-way or on publicly owned property without first obtaining a Portable Sign Permit (see Section
17.54.100, Allowed Off-Site Signage).
2. Permanent
window signs (e.g., hanging on the interior of the window or stenciled
on the inside or outside of the window) not exceeding four square
feet per street frontage shall be permitted. Such signs should be
encouraged to promote business identification, hours of operation,
and address information. Such signs may not be illuminated.
3. Construction
signs not to exceed one sign per street frontage, a maximum of 50
square feet in area each, and a maximum height of 10 feet. Construction
signs may not be illuminated. Such signs shall only be permitted during
the period of actual construction after the building permit has been
issued.
4. Garage,
yard, estate, and other home-based sale signs advertising the one-day
sale of items from a garage, yard, estate, or other home-based sale.
A maximum of four signs, each a maximum of six square feet, may be
allowed. Such signs shall not be affixed to any utility pole or street
sign pole.
5. Real
estate signs are allowed on private property out of any required clear
visibility triangle, with the following limitations:
a. For single-family residential property, one sign with a maximum sign
area of 10 square feet (each side) and a maximum height of five feet,
unless placed in a window, and shall be unlighted.
b. For multi-family and commercial property, one on-site sign per street
frontage. The sign may be attached flat against the building or freestanding
to a maximum height of six feet. The sign shall not project above
the eave line or top of the parapet of the building and shall be unlighted.
For unimproved acreage, one real estate sign shall be permitted
per street frontage.
c. Removal. All real estate signs must be removed not later than 15
days after the close of the transaction proposed by the sign.
6. On-Site
Directional Signs. Exit, entrance, or other on-site traffic directional
signs are permitted. The maximum height of any directional sign shall
be 36 inches, and the maximum size shall be 12 square feet. No advertising
or message other than for traffic direction shall be displayed.
7. Noncommercial
signs on private property (e.g., political signs, fundraising signs
for non-profit corporations and charitable organizations), each sign
having a maximum size of 32 square feet. All signs exempted by this
subsection shall be removed within seven days following an election/event.
8. Gas
pricing signs, as required by state law, which identify the brand,
types, octane rating, etc., of gasoline for sale within the City,
and in compliance with sign allowance in applicable zoning district.
(Ord. 1501 § 1, 2011; Ord. 1511 § 1, 2012; Ord. 1557 §§ 1, 2, 2015)
It is unlawful to erect, and no permit shall be issued for,
any of the following signs:
A. Any
sign not specifically in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter.
B. Signs
painted or mounted on roofs or placed above the roofline (except for
mansard roofs).
C. Animated signs or flashing signs, with the exception of time and temperature signs and electronic message signs permitted under a use permit as part of a Regional Recreation/Hospitality Center as defined in Section
17.100.040 (Sign Definitions).
D. Pennants,
banners, balloons, or other paraphernalia composed of paper, cloth,
or other flexible material, except as otherwise permitted.
E. Signs
which rotate, move, reflect, blink, or incorporate elements that do
so, except time and temperature signs and electronic reader signs.
F. Signs placed on the public right-of-way or affixed to an element or structure on the public right-of-way, or located on a publicly owned tree, fence, or utility pole, or otherwise posted on public property, except where required by a governmental agency or permitted as part of kiosk sign program, or as provided in Section
17.54.100 (Allowed Off-Site Signage), or as provided in Chapter
17.56 (Signs on City Property).
G. Inflatable
balloon signs, including, but not limited to, individual balloons,
balloon strings, and other inflatable objects made of a flexible material
and inflated so as to be lighter than air.
H. Signs
affixed to vehicles where the primary purpose of the vehicle is advertising.
This does not apply to signs maintained on vehicles when such advertising
is incidental to the primary purpose for which the vehicle is being
used (e.g., delivery service) or is required by state or federal law
(e.g., contractor's license number) as exempted in the definition
of a sign. Signs included in this definition include, but are not
limited to, cars parked showing signs or vehicles that drive around
the city with the express intent of communicating a message displayed
on the vehicle (e.g., "rolling billboards").
I. Signs
attached to light standards, unless part of a Master Sign Program
or Street Banner Program.
J. Off-site signs, except as otherwise permitted, including those permitted with a portable sign permit, or under a use permit as part of a Regional Recreation/Hospitality Center, within the Public/Quasi-Public Zoning District, or City-controlled property pursuant to the provisions outlined in Chapter
17.56.
K. On-site
signs that identify an activity, product, or service no longer conducted
or available at the site on which the sign is located.
(Ord. 1501 § 1, 2011; Ord. 1511 § 2, 2012; Ord. 1557 § 3, 2015)
A. Construction
of Signs. Every sign and all parts, portions, and materials thereof
shall be manufactured, assembled, and erected in compliance with all
applicable State, Federal, and City laws and regulations, including
the City-adopted Building Code. All signs shall comply with the following
criteria:
1. All
transformers, equipment, programmers, and other related items shall
be screened and/or painted to match the building or shall be concealed
within the sign.
2. All
permanent signs shall be constructed of quality, low-maintenance materials
such as metal, concrete, natural stone, glass, and acrylics. Techniques
shall be incorporated during construction to reduce fading and damage
caused by exposure to sunlight or degradation due to other elements.
3. All
freestanding signs that incorporate lighting shall have underground
utility service.
4. All
temporary signs, portable signs, and banners shall be made of a material
designed to maintain an attractive appearance for as long as the sign
is displayed.
B. Maintenance
of Signs. Every sign and all parts, portions, and materials thereof
shall be maintained and kept in proper repair. The display surface
of all signs shall be kept clean, neatly painted, and free from rust
and corrosion. Any cracked, broken surfaces, malfunctioning lights,
missing sign copy, or other nonmaintained or damaged portions of a
sign shall be repaired or replaced within 30 days following notification
by the City. Noncompliance with such a request will constitute a nuisance
condition and zoning violation and will be enforced as such.
C. Determination
and Measurement of Sign Area
1. General Area Calculation. Generally, the area of a sign shall be measured as the overall length of the sign times the overall height of each segment of copy or logo exclusive of background, with the exception of those signs without a distinctive background (e.g., channel letters) see definition for Void Rule in Section
17.100.040. See Figure 17.54.060-1 (Sign Area).
FIGURE 17.54.060-1: SIGN AREA
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2. Awning
or Canopy Signs. Sign copy which is applied to an awning or canopy
shall be computed at 100 percent of the area within a single rectangle
enveloping the sign copy.
3. Freestanding
Signs. Freestanding signs are to be computed as total height by the
total length of the sign excluding framework (e.g., post, masonry
column, or beam). The base of a monument sign is not part of the sign.
See Figure 17.54.060-2 (Freestanding Sign Area). For double-faced
(two-sided) freestanding signs, only one side of the sign shall be
used to determine sign area.
FIGURE 17.54.060-2: FREESTANDING SIGN AREA
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4. Three-Dimensional
Objects. Where a sign consists of one or more three-dimensional objects
(e.g., balls, cubes, clusters of objects, sculptures, or statue-like
trademarks), the sign area shall be measured at their maximum projection
upon a vertical plane, as viewed from a position in the public right-of-way
which produces the largest visual projection. See Figure 17.54.060-3
(Area of Three-Dimensional Objects).
FIGURE 17.54.060-3: AREA OF THREE-DIMENSIONAL OBJECTS
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D. Measurement
of Sign Height. Sign height shall be measured from the uppermost part
of the sign used in determining the area of the sign to the lowest
elevation at the base of the sign.
E. Setback
and Spacing of Freestanding Signs
1. The
minimum setback distance for freestanding signs shall be measured
from the property line. All freestanding signs shall be located outside
of the present or future public right-of-way and any required clear
visibility triangle.
2. The
minimum spacing distance between permanent freestanding signs, excluding
on-site directory signs, should be 50 feet. The designated Approving
Authority will review a proposed sign location on a case-by-case basis
to ensure the sign is located outside the required clear visibility
triangle and does not otherwise inhibit motorist safety.
F. Sign
Removal or Replacement. When a sign is removed or replaced, all brackets,
poles, and other structural elements that support the sign shall also
be removed. Affected building surfaces shall be restored to match
the adjacent portion of the structure. This provision does not apply
to routine maintenance.
(Ord. 1501 § 1, 2011; Ord. 1511 § 3, 2012; Ord. 1557 § 4, 2015)
The following criteria shall be utilized for permanent advertising
displays and signs, and shall not be construed to govern the design
of temporary signs.
A. General
Design Standards
1. Architectural
Style. Each sign shall be designed to be compatible with and relate
to the architectural style of the main building or buildings upon
the site where such sign is located. Signs located on commercial sites
but in a predominantly residential area shall be unobtrusive and designed
to be compatible with such residential area.
2. Relationship
to Buildings. Signs located upon a lot with one main building or several
buildings shall be designed to incorporate at least one of the predominant
visual elements of such building or buildings, such as the type of
construction materials, color, or other design detail.
3. Color.
The color(s) of a sign should be harmonious and complementary to the
colors of the building on or near which it is to be located. Fewer
colors will generally produce the most attractive sign.
4. Letter
Style. The letter style to be used on a sign should be compatible
with the architectural style of the building on or near which it is
to be located. For example, simple block letters are generally most
compatible with Spanish-style buildings. For those buildings that
have been recently constructed and have no particular architectural
style, simpler letter styles are desirable.
5. Sign
Materials. The goal of sign design is to maintain moderate, attractive,
and compatible styling so as not to conflict or detract from the architectural
character of the area. The choice of materials shall be left to the
discretion of the applicant, subject to the provisions of this Chapter
and the approval of the City.
6. Relationship
to Other Signs. Where there is more than one sign on a site or building,
all permanent signs displaying a commercial message shall have designs
that similarly treat or incorporate the following design elements
to the extent feasible:
a. Letter size and style of copy;
b. Shape of total sign and related components;
c. Type of construction materials;
d. Sign/letter color and style of copy;
e. Method used for supporting sign (e.g., wall or ground base); and
7. Sign
Illumination. The artificial illumination of signs, either from an
internal or external source, shall be designed to minimize negative
impacts on surrounding rights-of-way and properties. The following
standards shall apply to all illuminated signs:
a. External light sources shall be directed and shielded to limit direct
illumination of an object other than the sign;
b. The light from an illuminated sign shall not be of an intensity or
brightness that will create glare or other negative impacts on residential
properties in direct line of sight to the sign;
c. Unless otherwise permitted by another provision of this Chapter,
signs shall not have blinking, flashing, or fluttering lights, or
other illumination devices that have a changing light intensity, brightness,
or color;
d. Colored lights shall not be used at a location or in a manner so
as to be confused or constructed as traffic control devices;
e. Reflective-type bulbs and incandescent lamps that exceed 15 watts
shall not be used on the exterior surface of signs so that the face
of the bulb or lamp is exposed to a public right-of-way or adjacent
property; and
f. Light sources shall utilize energy-efficient fixtures to the greatest
extent possible and shall comply with Title 24 of the California Code
of Regulations (
California Building Standards Code).
8. The
maximum coverage of copy allowed on a sign shall be 80 percent of
the sign face.
B. Design
Standards for Special Sign Types
1. Awning
and Canopy Signs. Awning and canopy signs may be permitted only as
an integral part of the awning or canopy to which they are attached
or applied, as follows:
a. Lettering shall be allowed on awning valances only and shall not
exceed 18 inches in height. Logos, symbols, and graphics that do not
include text may be allowed on the shed (slope) portion of an awning
and shall not exceed 4 square feet in area for each awning. See Figure
17.54.070-1 (Awning and Canopy Sign).
FIGURE 17.54.070-1: AWNING AND CANOPY SIGN
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b. Lettering shall be located within the middle 70 percent of the valance
area.
c. Only permanent signs that are an integral part of the awning or architectural
projection shall be allowed. Temporary signs shall not be placed on
awnings.
d. Awning signs shall only be allowed for first- and second-story occupancies.
e. Awnings shall not be lighted from under the awning (backlit) so that
the awning appears internally illuminated. Lighting directed downwards
that does not illuminate the awning is allowed.
f. Awnings shall be regularly cleaned and kept free of dust and visible
defects.
g. The style of the awning/canopy shall complement the architectural
style of the building to which it is attached. Awnings should generally
have a simple horizontal valance if located over rectangular or square
window/door openings. Domed or barrel-shaped awnings are appropriate
for buildings with arched window/door openings.
h. Awnings and canopies shall be made of durable, long-lasting materials
that minimize fading and tearing. Ideal materials are canvas and other
tightly woven fabrics.
2. Bracket
Signs and Under-Canopy Signs
a. Location. Blade or under-canopy signs shall be placed only on ground-floor
façades, except for businesses located above the ground level
with direct exterior pedestrian access.
b. Height. The lowest point of a blade or under canopy sign shall be
a minimum of 8 feet above grade.
c. Projection. The sign may project a maximum of 4 feet from the building.
d. Sign Structure. Sign supports and brackets shall be compatible with
the design and scale of the sign.
e. Encroachment. Blade or under-canopy signs may not encroach into the
public right-of-way or be located above it, or into City-owned property
except with an encroachment permit.
3. Wall
Signs
a. Wall signs shall be compatible with the predominant visual architectural
elements of the building façade.
b. Wall signs shall be placed to establish façade rhythm, scale,
and proportion where such elements are weak. For many existing buildings
that have a monolithic or plain façade signs can establish
or continue appropriate design rhythm, scale, and proportion.
c. Wall signs shall utilize a consistent proportion of signage to building
scale, such as 1/3 text to 2/3 wall area or 1/4 text to 3/4 wall area.
See Figure 17.54.070-2 (Text Scale).
FIGURE 17.54.070-2: TEXT SCALE
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d. Wall sign raceways shall be concealed from public view (e.g., within
the building wall or painted to match the exterior color of the building
where the sign is located) or otherwise integrated with the design
of the sign and building so as to not detract from the architectural
character of the building.
e. Direct and indirect lighting methods are allowed for wall signs,
provided that they are not harsh or unnecessarily bright. Light shall
either be directed down or in such a way that it does not cause light
trespass or glare onto adjoining properties or public rights-of-way.
f. Can signs are discouraged. Channel letters, reverse channel letters,
and pushpin letters are preferred. Letters may not utilize gold-colored
(or a shade of gold) trim cap.
g. If a tenant's signage on one façade comprises multiple elements
(e.g., logo and text), the elements shall be located and scaled with
relationship to each other.
4. Freestanding
Signs
a. In an effort to promote full architectural integration of signs,
voids between the sign face and the sign structure are prohibited.
Either the sign face shall utilize the full width of the sign structure
or coverings that are architecturally consistent with the rest of
the sign shall be used to fill any voids.
b. Materials and design for freestanding signs shall be complementary
to the materials and design of the buildings for the related development.
For example, if the façade of the building is made of brick
or brick veneer, a complementary freestanding sign would also include
brick.
c. Landscaping shall be provided at the base of the sign equal to the
area of the sign and proportionate to the height of the sign, consisting
of groundcover, shrubs and/or trees. Landscaping shall be complementary
to and designed in concert with the landscaping for the overall site.
The design of the landscaping shall be such that natural growth will
not obscure the sign from the public right-of-way. Said landscaping
shall be in addition to the minimum landscaping standards for the
particular use and for location.
d. Freeway-oriented freestanding signs shall be "monumental-style",
the supporting structure a minimum width of the message area, and
well-proportioned, height versus width, with a minimum of 50 percent
of the supporting structure enclosed. Architectural elements such
as columns, pilasters, cornices, trellises, and similar details shall
be provided on the sides and top to frame the sign panel and add design
interest. Said sign shall incorporate the text "Manteca" in the design.
5. Monument Signs. Monument signs may be used in conjunction with other freestanding signs on sites 1 acre or more in size. On sites less than 1 acre in size, only monument signs shall be permitted or may be used in conjunction with a freeway-oriented freestanding sign. Monument signs shall comply with the setback and spacing standards for freestanding signs in Subsection
17.54.060(E).
6. Changeable
Copy Sign. These types of signs shall be considered to be the same
as any other type of sign and shall be regulated based on their location;
i.e., if located on a wall, they shall be deemed wall signs. The maximum
allowed size for a changeable copy sign shall be 24 square feet per
display face. The sign area shall count toward the maximum allowed
sign area for the property. Such signs may be internally illuminated.
7. Electronic
Message Signs. Electronic message signs shall only be permitted under
a Major Use Permit as part of a regional recreation/hospitality center
use. The illumination level shall be regulated such that the intensity
of the illumination is appropriate based on the level of lighting
of the surrounding environment (e.g., illumination by the sun or moon
during day, dusk, night time, and dawn) through the use of such means
as light meters and programmed illumination regulation or LEDs that
are designed to limit the spread of light.
8. Projecting
Sign. Projecting signs shall project no closer than 2 feet to the
outside edge of the curb. Signs projecting more than two-thirds the
distance to the curb shall be no lower (bottom edge of sign) than
12 feet above the sidewalk; signs projecting less than two-thirds
the distance shall be no lower than 8 feet above the sidewalk.
9. Window
signs. Window signs may not exceed 50 percent of the total window
area of any window. Further,
a. Permanent window signs shall count toward the total sign area allowed;
and
b. Temporary window shall not count toward the total sign area allowed.
(Ord. 1501 § 1, 2011; Ord. 1557 § 5, 2015; Ord. 2018-16 § 1)
A. On-Site Signs Generally. Table 17.54.080-1 (Allowed Permanent On-Site Sign Standards) lists the development standards for all permanent on-site signs based on use type and Zoning District, as well as allowed sign type. As identified in Section
17.54.030 (Sign Requirements and Review Procedures), a building permit is required before any of the sign types listed herein are installed, erected, or otherwise established. Only those signs that may be permitted are listed. Regulations for temporary promotional on-site signs are listed in Table 17.54.090-1 (Temporary Sign Standards). Regulations for off-site signs are listed in Section
17.54.100 (Allowed Off-Site Signage). The following general rules/standards apply to permanent signs regulated in this Section.
B. Illumination.
Generally, any permanent on-site sign may be illuminated; however,
signs located within residential Zoning Districts shall not be illuminated.
Where illumination of a sign is allowed, such illumination may be
achieved by any method that minimizes glare onto neighboring or abutting
property, such as from behind the sign (e.g., light source behind
the face of the sign, such as with the opaque, nontransparent face
of channel letters; silhouette halo illumination behind letters) or
by a low-level spotlight.
C. Freestanding Sign Setback. All permanent freestanding on-site signs shall comply with the setback and spacing requirements of Subsection
17.54.060(E).
D. Sign Area Allowance. Allowable sign area is either a set square footage per establishment or is based on a ratio of sign area to primary building frontage. Sign area is calculated as described in Subsection
17.54.060(C) (Determination and Measurement of Sign Area). Where a ratio is described, it applies up to the listed maximum. Where a ratio is prescribed to a specific building frontage, it shall be calculated using just the frontage length of that façade (e.g., rear façade, ratio applied to length of rear façade).
E. Collective
Sign Area. The total sign area allowed herein for each sign type may
be distributed among the maximum number of signs permitted for that
sign type. For example, the total allowed area for wall signs for
a particular establishment may be distributed among the maximum number
of wall signs allowed for that same establishment.
TABLE 17.54.080-1 ALLOWED PERMANENT ON-SITE SIGN STANDARDS
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Sign Type
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Maximum Number Permitted
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Maximum Area
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Maximum Height
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Single-Family Residential Zoning Districts
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Permanent subdivision identification sign, freestanding sign
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Monument or on fence or wall
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2/entrance
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25 sq. ft.
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6 ft.
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Multi-Family Residential Zoning Districts
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Freestanding sign, project identification
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Monument or on fence or wall
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1/entrance
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25 sq. ft.
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6 ft.
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Commercial Zoning Districts
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Freestanding signs, generally
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Monument sign (site <1 acre)
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1/entrance
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25 sq. ft. per sign face3
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6 ft.
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Monument sign (site >1 acre)
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1/entrance
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50 sq. ft. per sign face3
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8 ft.
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Pylon sign (site >1 acre)
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1 per 10 acres
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100 sq. ft. per sign face3
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20 ft.
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Freestanding sign, freeway-oriented1
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Pylon sign
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1/site within 1,000 ft. of a state highway
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500 sq. ft. per sign face3
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75 ft.
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Attached signs for building/tenants ≥5k sq. ft.
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Wall sign
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No maximum
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2.5 sq. ft./1 lineal ft. of primary building/tenant frontage,
max 200 sq. ft. per elevation
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Roofline
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Window sign
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Attached signs for building/tenants <5k sq. ft.
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Wall sign
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No maximum
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1.5 sq. ft./1 lineal ft. of primary building/tenant frontage,
max 100 sq. ft. per elevation
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Roofline
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Window sign
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Central Business District
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Attached signs2
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No maximum
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2 sq. ft./1 lineal ft. of primary building/tenant frontage,
no max.
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Roofline
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Industrial Zoning Districts
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Attached signs for building/tenants >10k sq. ft.
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Wall sign
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No maximum
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2.5 sq. ft./1 lineal ft. of primary building/tenant frontage,
max 200 sq. ft. per elevation
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Roofline
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Window sign
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Attached signs for building/tenants <10k sq. ft.
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Wall sign
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No maximum
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1.5 sq. ft./1 lineal ft. of primary building/tenant frontage,
max 100 sq. ft. per elevation
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Roofline
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Window sign
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Freestanding signs, generally
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Monument sign (site < 1 acre)
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1/entrance
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25 sq. ft. per sign face3
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6 ft.
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Monument sign (site > 1 acre)
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1/entrance
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50 sq. ft. per sign face3
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8 ft.
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Pylon sign (site > 1 acre)
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1 per 10 acres
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100 sq. ft. per sign face3
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20 ft.
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Open Space and Public/Quasi-Public Zoning Districts
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Freestanding sign
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Monument
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1/entrance
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25 sq. ft. per sign face3
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10 ft.
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Attached signs for building/tenants
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Wall or window sign
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No maximum
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1.5 sq. ft./1 lineal ft. of primary building/tenant frontage,
max 100 sq. ft. per elevation
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Roofline
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Notes:
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1.
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Requires the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit.
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2.
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Establishments in the central business district are permitted
no more than one of each of the following attached signs: awning,
projecting, undercanopy, wall, or window.
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3.
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Maximum sign area allowance is based on a two-sided sign.
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(Ord. 1501 § 1, 2011; Ord. 1511 § 4, 2012; Ord. 1577 § 6, 2015; Ord. O2018-16 § 1)
This Section describes standards for temporary promotional on-site
signs. These signs require the issuance of a Temporary Sign Permit
from the Community Development Director. Temporary signs may include,
but are not limited to, commercial signs for grand openings, special
product, sale, or event advertising. The development standards for
temporary signs are listed in Table 17.54.090-1 (Temporary On-Site
Sign Standards). The following general rules/standards apply to temporary
promotional signs:
A. Time
Duration. Each sign shall be permitted for only a specific time as
listed in Table 17.54.090-1 (Temporary Sign Standards).
B. Illumination.
Temporary signs may not be illuminated.
C. Message. Temporary signs displaying a commercial message shall be limited to on-site signage only. Temporary off-site signage displaying a commercial message is prohibited; however, portable off-site signage displaying a commercial message is regulated under Section
17.54.100 (Allowed Off-Site Signage).
D. Encroachment.
Temporary promotional signs shall not encroach on or above the public
right-of-way or be attached to utility poles.
TABLE 17.54.090-1
TEMPORARY ON-SITE SIGN STANDARDS
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Use Type
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Maximum Temporary Number
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Maximum Area
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Maximum Height
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Minimum Setback from ROW1
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Maximum Time Duration
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Temporary subdivision signs located within subdivision boundaries
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1/perimeter street frontage of the subdivision
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50 sq. ft./ sign face
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10 ft.
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5 ft.
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Completion of subdivision
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Temporary promotional sign2
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No max.
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No max.
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No max.
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5 ft.
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30 days each 3 months
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Notes:
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1.
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Must be located outside of the clear visibility triangle.
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2.
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Includes banners, streamers, flag, or other similar signs otherwise
prohibited when part of a special event or sale, including, but not
limited to, clearance sales, outdoor fairs and sales, and grand openings.
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(Ord. 1501 § 1, 2011; Ord. 1511 §§ 5, 6, 2012; Ord. 1557 §§ 7, 8, 2015)
A. Subdivision
Directional Sign. Temporary off-site subdivision directional signs
are permitted, subject to the issuance of a Sign Permit and require
conformance with the following development standards:
1. Location.
The sign shall be located outside of the clear visibility triangle
and subject to the setback regulations of the associated Zoning District.
The sign shall be located a minimum of 100 feet from another freestanding
sign. It shall only be located on streets classified as major collector,
arterial, or expressway under the General Plan.
2. Height.
The maximum height of the sign shall be 10 feet.
3. Area.
The maximum area of one face of the sign shall be 32 square feet.
4. Number
of Faces. Subdivision directional signs may have up to two faces.
5. Illumination.
Subdivision directional signs may not be illuminated.
B. Portable
Sign. Portable signs displaying a commercial message on a public sidewalk
are permitted subject to the issuance of a Portable Sign Permit (including
proof of liability insurance), and conformance with the following
development standards.
1. Location.
The sign shall be located outside of any clear visibility triangle.
The sign shall allow at least four feet of clear passage along the
sidewalk in compliance with Federal and State standards for disabled
access and shall be set back at least one foot from the face of the
curb. The sign shall be placed to avoid obstructing access to the
sidewalk from parked vehicles. The signs shall be located on sidewalks
adjacent to the business being advertised and only within commercial
zones. Signs shall not be located in landscaping islands or medians
within the public right-of-way, and are only allowed if the business
is not part of a shopping center, or office complex. In addition,
flags may be placed in the "Flags Over Manteca" flag holes except
on days specified by the "Flags Over Manteca" program.
2. Height.
The maximum height of the sign shall be four feet with the exception
of flags having a maximum height of 15 feet.
3. Width.
The maximum width of the sign shall be three feet. The maximum width
of a flag is two feet.
4. Area.
The maximum area of one face of a two-sided sign shall be 12 square
feet. The maximum area of one face of a two-sided flag shall be 15
square feet.
5. Number
of Signs. One sign or one flag, per 50 linear feet of business frontage.
6. Illumination.
Portable signs shall not be illuminated.
7. Time
of Day. Portable signs shall be allowed during business hours.
C. Human
Sign. Human signs displaying a commercial message are permitted subject
to the issuance of a Portable Sign Permit (including proof of liability
insurance), and conformance with the following development standards.
1. Location.
Human signs shall not interfere with pedestrians, cyclists or vehicular
traffic. Human signs shall not be located in areas required for clear
visibility triangle at intersections or otherwise block motorist,
cyclist or pedestrian view of traffic and/or control devices.
2. Area.
Signs worn, carried or held shall be no larger than 12 square feet.
3. Number
of Signs. One per business location.
4. Time
of Day. Human signs shall be allowed during the daytime, which is
the period of time between sunrise and sunset.
5. General.
Human signs shall not utilize any type of illumination, animation,
flashing, blinking, rotating light or mirrors. Human signs shall not
shout or generate any noise that would disrupt traffic or endanger
pedestrian or traffic safety. Bull horns or amplified sound are prohibited.
(Ord. 1501 § 1, 2011; Ord. 1511 § 7, 2012; Ord. 1557 § 9, 2015)
Murals may be placed on nonresidential buildings upon issuance of a building permit, provided the mural is noncommercial in nature. The area of the mural shall not be counted toward the total sign area of the site or building/establishment. Murals that display a commercial message shall be regulated as on-site commercial message wall signs under Section
17.54.080 (Allowed Permanent On-Site Sign Standards).
(Ord. 1501 § 1, 2011)