10.1200 Signs in Single-Family Residential Zoning Districts (SFR-00,2,4,6,10).
Signs shall be permitted only as follows in the single-family residential zoning districts:
(1) Undeveloped Subdivision/Planned Unit Development Signs: Two non-illuminated ground signs, not exceeding 50 square feet in area, and 14 feet in height and setback a minimum of 20 feet from any property line are permitted within an undeveloped subdivision/ planned unit development. Such signs may be installed on the undeveloped subdivision/planned unit development property after approval of the tentative plat by the Planning Commission. However, the sign must be removed no later than 2 years after installation, unless the Planning Commission, upon due application prior to expiration of the 2 year period, determines that the continued maintenance of the sign is consistent with the purpose of this code, in which case an extension for an additional year may be granted. Electronic message signs are prohibited.
(2) Institutional uses, as defined in Section 10.012, are permitted 40 square feet of signage per street frontage. Signs shall not be internally illuminated except as provided in (c) below. Each street frontage is permitted: (a) a maximum of one ground sign measuring a maximum of 20 square feet, and a maximum of one wall sign measuring a maximum of 20 square feet; or (b) a maximum of two ground signs or two wall signs, each measuring a maximum of 20 square feet. The square footage of the two permitted signs per street frontage may not be combined to create a larger sign. In cases of properties with more than one street frontage, the signage from one street frontage may not be transferred to another street frontage. Signs shall also comply with the following provisions:
(a) Ground Signs:
(i) Maximum Size: 20 square feet per sign
(ii) Maximum Height: 5 feet
(iii) Minimum Setback: 15 feet from any property line
(iv) Exempt: Ground signs within public parks, schools, or stadiums that are placed and located so as not to be viewed from the street are exempt from these provisions.
(b) Wall Signs:
(i) Maximum Size: 20 square feet per sign
(ii) Maximum Height: No part of any wall sign shall be higher than the building height as defined in Section 10.705.
(iii) Exempt: Wall signs within public parks, schools, or stadiums which are placed and located so as not to be viewed from the street are exempt from these provisions.
(c) Electronic Message Signs: Electronic message signs are a conditional use. A Conditional Use Permit may authorize institutional uses to have one electronic message sign as a permitted ground or wall sign. Regardless of the number of street frontages, one of the permitted ground or wall signs may be an electronic message sign, provided it complies with the following provisions:
(i) Electronic message signs shall apply for and receive approval for a Conditional Use Permit pursuant to Section 10.184.
(A) The electronic message sign shall be considered as an element of the CUP for the use.
(B) Existing conditional uses shall apply for an amendment to their existing approved CUP to request an electronic message sign, pursuant to Section 10.184.
(C) The expiration of a CUP shall require the removal of the electronic message sign.
(ii) Maximum Size: 20 square feet
(iii) Maximum Height: 5 feet if a ground sign. If a wall sign, shall not be higher than the building height as defined in Section 10.705.
(iv) All text displayed on an electronic message sign must be static for a minimum of five seconds. The continuous scrolling of text is prohibited. This restriction shall not apply to animated images and images which move, or give the appearance of movement.
(v) All electronic message signs shall have automatic dimming capabilities that adjust the brightness to the ambient light at all times of day and night, consistent with Section 10.764, Glare.
(vi) The conversion of an existing, conforming ground or wall sign to an electronic message sign is permitted.
(vii) The conversion of any existing, nonconforming ground or wall sign to an electronic message sign is prohibited.
(3) Planned Unit Development Signs: Residential Planned Unit Developments are permitted two (2) non-illuminated ground signs, subject to the following limitations:
(a) Maximum Height: 4 feet
(b) Maximum Square Footage: 20 square feet per sign
(c) Minimum Setback: 5 feet from any public right-of-way
(d) Such signs may be installed after approval of the signs, and the Planned Unit Development by the Planning Commission.
(e) Electronic Message Signs are prohibited.