Article 1 — Purpose and Scope

The purpose of this chapter is to regulate the type, size and placement of signs on properties in the city in such a way as to balance the identification and communication needs of businesses with traffic safety and the needs of the citizens for a pleasant, uncluttered environment in which to live, work and play. It is the intent of this chapter to implement the goals of the general plan to create and maintain an aesthetically pleasing and functional environment and to create an environment where business can succeed while being in harmony with other city goals.

(Ord. No. 97-11, § 2, 5-5-97)

The scope of this chapter is limited to the physical regulation of on-site and off-site signs. This chapter does not limit the informational contents of a sign, nor does it limit the use of signs not visible from off-site. This chapter does not regulate product displays, flags of any nation or of the State of California, governmental signs, or any display or construction not defined herein as a sign. (Ord. No. 97-11, § 2, 5-5-97)