§ 54-1. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Off-site (off-premises) commercial sign means a permanently mounted sign which advertises or identifies a commercial activity which is not located on the same parcel or lot as the business to which such sign refers.

On-site (on-premises) commercial sign means a permanently mounted sign which advertises or identifies a commercial activity which is located on the same parcel or lot as the business to which such sign refers. For the purposes of this chapter, a sign identifying an industrial facility or activity shall also be included in this definition.

Portable sign means a sign which is designed to be transported by a trailer on its own wheels, even though the wheels may be removed and the remaining chassis or support structure is converted to an "A" or "T" frame sign and attached temporarily or permanently to the ground.

Sign means any writing, pictorial presentation, number, illustration or decoration, flag, banner or pennant, or other device which is used to announce, direct attention to, identify, advertise or otherwise make anything known. This term shall not be deemed to include the term "building" or "landscaping," or any architectural embellishment of a building which is not intended to communicate information.

Temporary sign means a sign which is not permanently mounted on a support structure and intended to permanently remain at the location. Temporary signs are often illegally located in relationship to setback and site clearances.

(Ord. No. 98-1, art. 9, 3-3-1998)

Cross reference

Definitions generally, § 1-2.