Item 8A Resolution 10-031 90 Day Moratorium on Readerboard Signs
Background
Current regulations may not adequately address the detrimental impacts of readerboard signs.
A moratorium will allow time to research the use and regulation of readerboard signs and to propose revisions to the Sign Ordinance.
Readerboard Definitions
Electronic: A sign that utilizes alternating electronic data control components.
Readerboard Definitions
Manual: A sign comprised of non-permanent letters, numerals or symbols, which allows a change of sign copy by adding, removing, or rearranging said letters, symbols or numerals.
Note: This definition does not apply to sandwich board signs
Current Regulations
Prohibited Signs
Signs illuminated to such intensity or in such a manner as to cause a glare or brightness to a degree that it constitutes a hazard or nuisance to traffic.
Signs that move or flash or have moving or flashing components; signs that are intermittently lighted or have changing colors; signs that revolve; or any other similarly constructed
signs.
Types of Readerboard Signs
Menuboard – A drive through sign associated with menu and pricing for food services and may include an audible speaker and microphone integral to the sign.
Regulations:
Attached or monument
2 per site
24 sq. ft. max.
At side or rear of building
Types of Readerboard Signs
Bulletin Board – A type of monument sign for displaying neighborhood news.
Regulations:
One per subdivision entrance; not to exceed 2
Must be located on designated common area
No closer than 100 feet from an arterial
Max. 6 feet tall
Max. 18 sq. ft.
Must have lockable covering
Types of Readerboard Signs
Institutional – A permanent on-site sign used to identify governmental and municipal agencies, public schools, churches, or similar public institutions, and used to communicate messages
of importance to the general public.
Regulations
One per street frontage
Max. 6 ft. 6 in. tall
Max. 50 sq. ft.
Messages may not scroll, flash or change more than once a day.
Types of Readerboard Signs
Gasoline Pricing – A permanent on-site monument sign which displays the price per gallon of fuel sold by that business, and which may periodically change to reflect changes in fuel prices.
Regulations
One per site
Max. 6 ft. 6 in. tall
Max. 50 sq. ft.
Price per gallon display may not scroll, flash or change more than once a day.
Requested Action
Declare a 90-day moratorium on the acceptance or processing of any sign applications for readerboard (electronic or manual) signs as defined in Sign Ordinance No. 704-D, excluding government
signs.
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