18-21.050 Signs in Residential and Agricultural Zones.
a. Signage for Residential Uses. Signage for residential uses is allowed, unless specifically prohibited by this chapter, if complying with the following standards:
1. Signs on Single- and Multifamily Residences (Individual Dwelling Units). Single-family residential units may display signs as stated in this section, subject to the rules stated in this section.
(a) Sign Area. At all times, the total display area of all signs shall not exceed five (5) square feet; in the case of freestanding signs, area shall be measured on all sides and shall count separately. However, during the pre-election period, this allowable display area may be increased by eight (8) square feet.
(b) Height. Signs in the corner clear zone shall not exceed thirty (30") inches in height and shall not create a traffic sight obstruction or other traffic or pedestrian hazard.
(c) Number of Signs. Not limited.
(d) Location. Not on public property or public right-of-way or mounted on utility structures or poles or trees or vegetation.
(e) Prohibited Signs. A-frame signs, digital displays, interior illuminated signs, feather banners and roof signs are prohibited in residential zones.
2. Project Entrance Signs. New housing developments may display signs as authorized by this section, subject to the rules stated in this section. The signs authorized by this section are in addition to those authorized for individual dwelling units.
(a) Number of Signs. Two (2) signs per each main vehicular traffic entrance. The signs must be placed within a maintained landscaped area within an acceptable easement or open space lot authorized for signage.
(b) Location. Near the main entrance to the project, on private land. The signs must be placed at the main street intersection of the major entrances to the project in such a location as to not obstruct sight distance. Signs may not be located within a public right-of-way. Signs located in the corner clear zone shall not exceed thirty (30") inches in height, nor create a traffic sight obstruction or other pedestrian or traffic hazard.
(c) Size and Height. Maximum twenty-four (24) square feet (per side); maximum four (4') feet high.
3. Tourist-oriented directional signs in compliance with Section 18-21.060(a)(10).
4. Bed and Breakfast Establishment Signs. One (1) noninternally illuminated sign may be erected on the property not to exceed ten (10) square feet in size per street frontage. Lighting level shall comply with City sign regulations for the zoning district. The sign shall complement the nature of the use and shall be architecturally integrated into the architecture of the main building; the sign shall contain no information other than identification of the premises as the named bed and breakfast establishment.
b. Agricultural or Open Space Signs. The following signs are allowed in agricultural or open space zones or easements:
1. Wall Signs. Wall sign area shall not exceed forty (40) square feet.
2. Monument Signs. Monument signs shall not exceed twenty (20) square feet or five (5') feet in height. Monument signs shall be placed within a landscaped area.
3. Tourist-Oriented Directional Signs. Tourist-oriented directional signs in compliance with Section 18-21.060(a)(10). (Ord. #248-2020, S2 (Exh. A))