9553.5. - Signs.

All signs shall be consistent with the provisions in chapter 6, and shall conform to the following criteria:

A.

Monument and/or directory signs are permitted for parcels with businesses whose signs are not visible from the street with a sign permit subject to design review. All other monument signs are permitted subject to a sign program. Monument signs may only be externally illuminated.

B.

No sign shall be internally illuminated, however; halo illuminated wall signs are permitted, subject to design review.

C.

Signs shall be made of materials such as wood, stone or materials that mimic wood or stone or nonreflective or patinated metals that enhance the rural appearance of the neighborhood. Other sign materials may be considered as part of a sign program.

D.

Signs located in the geographic area shown on the following exhibit shall be turned off at close of business or 9:30 p.m., whichever occurs later. In addition, this provision shall apply to signs oriented towards Dorothy Road on parcels located on the north side of Dorothy Road between Lewis Road and Palo Comado Canyon Road.

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(Ord. No. 09-358, § 7, 1-28-2009)

9553.6. - Required architectural style and building materials.

Project design and development shall perpetuate and reinforce the natural character of Old Agoura.

(Ord. No. 09-358, § 7, 1-18-2009)

9553.7. - Required landscaping and walls.

Required landscaping and walls shall be limited to the amount necessary to provide for adequate open space and security. With regard to landscaping, the emphasis shall be to provide appropriate pedestrian areas to encourage retail trade, but in no event shall less than fifteen (15) percent be provided.

(Ord. No. 09-358, § 7, 1-18-2009)