Sec. 31.04. - Prohibited signs.

(a)

Signs which obstruct a fire escape or other required access.

(b)

Signs which emit sound, with the exception of a permitted drive-through or menu sign.

(c)

Signs which adversely affect traffic control or safety, including signs which interfere with visibility for drivers at an intersection, public right-of-way, or driveway.

(d)

Signs which have less horizontal or vertical clearance from overhead utilities than required by state agencies.

(e)

Signs which are illegible or which have become a public nuisance due to inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, or abandonment.

(f)

Signs which are unlawfully installed, erected, or maintained.

(g)

Signs which contain obscene, pornographic, or sexually explicit matter.

(h)

Signs which violate federal, state or local laws.

(i)

Signs painted directly onto the exterior wall of a commercial or industrial building, unless 1) as a part of an artistic mural and subject to approval of a major use permit (as provided by Section 31.03.c.3 of this Code); or 2) such painted sign serves as the sole form of identification of an organization or business on its premises, as approved by the planning director.

(Ord. No. 518, § 3, 6-20-2017)