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Sec. 1409. Illumination of Signs:

Kings County Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Kings County

  • A. External light sources shall be directed and shielded to limit direct illumination of any object other than the sign.

  • B. Signs shall not have exposed fluorescent tubes or incandescent bulbs and the degree of brightness or luminous of backlighted signs shall not interfere with the use and enjoyment of adjacent properties, create a public nuisance, or create safety hazards.

  • C. Light sources (e.g., light bulbs) used for externally illuminated signs shall not be visible within 100 feet of any residential zoning district. Internally illuminated signs visible from any residential zoning district shall not be illuminated between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. unless they identify an establishment open for business during those hours.

  • D. Signs with electrical components shall be constructed, inspected, and approved by the Underwriters Laboratory (UL), or equal standard, and a label of approval from the laboratory shall be affixed to the sign in plain view.

  • E. The use of neon signs and architectural lighting elements shall be allowed in commercial zoning districts only and subject to the following requirements.

    1. Neon signs and linear tubing shall be UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed with a maximum 30 milliamps per circuit and be designed to accommodate a dimmer in order to reduce the brightness of the neon.

    2. The neon manufacturer shall be registered with Underwriters Laboratories.

    3. Neon tubing shall not exceed one half inch in diameter.

    4. Neon lighting adjacent to residential uses shall not create hazardous glare or a nuisance on either a public street or on any private residence.

    5. Neon tubing shall not be combined with any reflective materials (e.g., highly glazed tiles, mirrors, polished metal, or other similar materials).

    6. When used as an architectural element, neon tubing shall be used only to reinforce specific architectural elements of the structure and shall be concealed from view whenever possible through the use of cornices, ledges, or parapets.

    7. Neon signs placed within five feet of a storefront window shall not occupy more than 25 percent of the window area.

    8. Neon lighting that completely surrounds a door, window, or similar element is not allowed.

  • F. Awnings with back-lit text or graphics are not allowed.

  • G. An electronic sign that changes its message more than once every four seconds is considered a flashing sign and is prohibited in compliance with Section 1406.A.3 above.

  • H. For residential districts, lighting for address illumination shall not create a public nuisance for other residents in the area.

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  9. Sec. 412. New or Expanding Bovine Dairy:
  10. Sec. 413. Confined Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO):
  11. Sec. 414. Conversion of a Milk Cow Dairy to a Goat/Sheep Dairy:
  12. Sec. 415. Agricultural Service Establishment Division:
  13. Sec. 418. Additional Standards and Development Regulations:
  14. Sec. 501. Purpose and Objectives.
  15. Sec. 508. Additional Standards and Regulations:
  16. Sec. 602. District Designations
  17. Sec. 606. Additional Standards and Regulations:
  18. Sec. 703 - Land Use Regulations
  19. Sec. 702. District Designations:
  20. Sec. 705. Additional Standards and Regulations:
  21. Sec. 803 - Land Use Regulations
  22. Sec. 802. District Designations:
  23. Sec. 805. Additional Standards and Regulations:
  24. Sec. 905. Additional Standards and Regulations:
  25. Sec. 1002. DDOZ - Dairy Development Overlay Zone:
  26. Sec. 1003. NSOZ -Nutrient Spreading Overlay Zone:
  27. Sec. 1004. AOZ - Agriculture Overlay Zone
  28. Sec. 1005. ACOZ - Aviation Land Use Compatibility Overlay Zone:
  29. Sec. 1006. OSOZ - Open Space Overlay Zone
  30. Sec. 1007. NRCOZ – Natural Resource Conservation Overlay Zone
  31. Sec. 1008. FHOZ - Flood Hazard Overlay Zone
  32. Sec. 1009. RMOZ – Multifamily Residential Overlay Zone (Kettle…
  33. Sec. 1010. SDOZ – Substantially Developed Fringe Area Overlay …
  34. Sec. 1102. Home Occupations Including Firearms Dealerships:
  35. Sec. 1105. Alcoholic Beverage Sales:
  36. Sec. 1111. Temporary Recreational Vehicle Use for Agricultural…
  37. Sec. 1118. Pawn Shops:
  38. Sec. 1201 - Purpose
  39. Sec. 1205 - Nonconforming Uses
  40. Sec. 1207 - Zoning Clearance and Building Permit
  41. Sec. 1201. Purpose:
  42. Sec. 1202. Preexisting Structures and Uses:
  43. Sec. 1203. Nonconforming Sites:
  44. Sec. 1204. Nonconforming Structures:
  45. Sec. 1205. Nonconforming Uses:
  46. Sec. 1209. Extension of a Change of Nonconforming Use:
  47. Sec. 1301 - Purpose and Objectives
  48. Sec. 1308 - Requirements for Off-Street Loading Facilities
  49. Sec. 1302. Requirements for Off-Street Parking Areas, Aisles, …
  50. Sec. 1304. Joint Use or Shared Parking:
  51. Sec. 1306. Standards for Off-Street Parking Areas, Aisles, Acc…
  52. Sec. 1406. Types of Signs:
  53. Sec. 1407. Sign Area Computation:
  54. Sec. 1409. Illumination of Signs:
  55. Sec. 1410. Special Provision for Illuminated Signs in the Imme…
  56. Sec. 1411. Violations and Enforcement:
  57. Sec. 1611 - Revocation of a Site Plan Review
  58. Sec. 1602. Site Plan Review Application and Fee:
  59. Sec. 1606. Minor Revisions to Approved Site Plan Reviews:
  60. Sec. 1608. Lapse and Extension of Site Plan Approval:
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  62. Sec. 1612. Action of the Board of Supervisors:
  63. Sec. 1701. Purpose and Objectives:
  64. Sec. 1707. Action of the Planning Commission:
  65. Sec. 1708. Conditions of Approval:
  66. Sec. 1710. Review by the Board of Supervisors:
  67. Sec. 1712. Action by the Board of Supervisors:
  68. Sec. 1715. Lapse and Extension of Conditional Use Permit:
  69. Sec. 1717. New Application:
  70. Sec. 1803. Variance Application and Fee.
  71. Sec. 1807. Action of the Zoning Administrator:
  72. Sec. 1813. Action of the Board of Supervisors:
  73. Sec. 1902. Public Hearing Notice:
  74. Sec. 2004. Standards:
  75. Sec. 2101 - Purpose and Objectives
  76. Sec. 2102. Initiation of a Change of Zoning District Boundary:
  77. Sec. 2104. Application and Fee:
  78. Sec. 2107. Public Hearing:
  79. Sec. 2108. Action of the Planning Commission:
  80. Sec. 2110. Special Zoning Exceptions; Alternate Procedure for …
  81. Sec. 2202. Definitions for Density Bonus Provisions:
  82. Sec. 2205. Development Standards for Residential Zoning Distri…
  83. Sec. 2206. Application Process and Procedures:
  84. Sec. 2207. Density Bonus Agreements:
  85. Sec. 2208. Reasonable Accommodations:
  86. Sec. 2304. Functions of Departments and the Advisory Agency:
  87. Sec. 2312. Penalties and Enforcement.
  88. Sec. 2313. Payment of Fees, Charges, Dedications, or Other Req…
  89. Sec. 2403. Violations; Penalties:
  90. Sec. 2501 - Definitions
  91. Sec. 2601 – The Jackson Ranch Specific Plan

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