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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10- Development Services ORIGINAL CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION From: Valerie C. Ross, Director Subject: An ordinance of the City of San Bernardino amending various provisions of Chapter 19.22 Sign Dept: Development Services Regulations of the Development Code, including a proposal for an electronic message center sign for the Date: August 26, 2009 Hospitality Business District. (Development Code Amendment No. 09-01). MCC Date: September 21, 2009 Synopsis of Previous Council Action: None Recommended Motion: That the hearing be closed and said ordinance be laid over for final adoption. D�LY Valerie C. Ross Contact Person: Terri Rahhal, City Planner Phone: 3330 Supporting data attached: Staff Report Ward(s): Citywide FUNDING REQUIREMENTS: Amount: N/A Source: Acct. Description: Finance: Council Notes: - Agenda Item No. CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION STAFF REPORT Applicant: Quiel Bros. Signs 272 South"I" Street San Bernardino, CA 92410 (909) 885-4476 Subject: An ordinance of the City of San Bernardino amending various provisions of Chapter 19.22 Sign Regulations of the Development Code, including a proposal for an electronic message center sign for the Hospitality Business District. (Development Code Amendment No. 09-01). Background: The applicant submitted the subject Development Code Amendment(DCA) application as a proposal to update and revise the City's sign regulations. The Planning Commission reviewed the proposed DCA at two consecutive meetings in June and July of 2009. On June 24, 2009, the Planning Commission considered the proposed DCA. On staff's recommendation, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the electronic message center sign for the Hospitality Business District and continued the rest of the proposed DCA for further study. Commissioners Heasley and Mulvihill volunteered to work with staff and the applicant to study the details of the proposed DCA. The working group met twice, agreed on some modifications to the original proposal, and jointly recommended a final version of the DCA for approval. On July 29, 2009, the Planning Commission considered the revised DCA proposal and the recommendation of the working group. After some discussion, including questions and answers of the applicant, Commissioners Coute, Durr, Heasley, Longville, Mulvihill, Muftoz, Rawls and Sauerbrun voted unanimously to recommend that the Mayor and Common Council approve DCA No. 09-01. Commissioner Hawkins was absent. The July 29, 2009 Planning Commission staff report and action statement (Exhibit 1) contains a summary of the proposed DCA and the full text of the sign regulations with proposed amendments shown in strikeout underline format. Financial Impact: None. The applicant has paid the cost of processing the Development Code Amendment. Recommended Motion: That the hearing be closed and said ordinance be laid over for final adoption. Exhibits: 1. July 29, 2009 Planning Commission Staff Report and Statement of Action 2. Ordinance 2 OSTATEMENT CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO EXHIBIT 1 OF OFFICIAL PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION PROJECT Number: Development Code Amendment No. 09-01 Applicant: Quiel Bros. Signs Description: A request to modify various provisions of Chapter 19.22, Sign Regulations of the City Development Code, including a proposal to approve addition of an electronic message center sign in the Southeast Industrial Park Redevelopment Area for the Hospitality Business District. ACTION: RECOMMENDED APPROVAL Meeting Date: July 29, 2009 The Planning Commission recommended that the Mayor and Common Council approve Development Code Amendment No. 09-01 based on the Findings of Fact as recommended. VOTE Ayes: Conte,Dun, Heasley, Longville,Mulvihill,Munoz,Rawls and Sauerbrun Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: Hawkins I hereby certify that this Statement of Official Action accurately reflects the final determination of the Planning Commission of the City of San Bernardino. �� -730 ` 02 Terri Rahhal, Deputy Director/City Planner Date cc: Case File,Department File G CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO Development Services Department—Planning Division Interoffice Memorandum TO: Planning Commission �� " FROM: Terri Rahhal, Deputy Director/City Planner SUBJECT: Agenda Item 2: Development Code Amendment(DCA)No. 09-01 Proposed Amendments to Chapter 19.22, Sign Regulations. DATE: July 22, 2009 COPIES: Valerie C. Ross, Director; Henry Empetlo, Jr., Senior Deputy City Attorney The Planning Commission considered DCA No. 09-01 on June 24, 2009, recommended that the Mayor and Common Council approve the Hospitality Business District electronic message center and continued the matter for further review of the other provisions of the DCA. Commissioner Heasley and Commissioner Mulvihill volunteered to participate in a working group with staff and the applicant to review and refine the proposed DCA. The attached revision .., of DCA No. 09-01 is recommended jointly by the working group. Key Elements of DCA No. 09-01 §19.22.030 Definitions This section has been updated and improved substantially with many additional definitions. §19.22.040 Sign Permit Required This section contains an amendment proposed to recognize a procedure that is followed occasionally, for the Development Services Director to present unusual or potentially controversial sign permits or sign programs to the Planning Commission for design review. This review process is also proposed to be the standard review procedure for on-site electronic message center (EMC) signage. This section also requires that on-site EMC signage be proposed in a sign program for the entire site, which shall include removal of non- conforming signs and an on-going prohibition of temporary signs after the EMC is in place. §19.22.080 Off-Site Signs New provisions for conversion of existing billboards to EMC signs are proposed in this section, subject to a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). This opportunity would be limited to existing, legally established and permitted billboards within 600 feet of a freeway frontage and no closer than 1,000 feet from any existing or approved Electronic Message Center Sign, whether on-site or off-site. No increase in height or sign face area would be permitted. This section also contains the provision for a Hospitality Business District EMC to be approved subject to a CUP, which the Planning Commission already recommended. DCA No. 09-01 PC hearing date: 7/29/09 Page 2 §19.22.150 Sign Regulations Table 022.01 is revised to permit on-site EMC signs in commercial and industrial districts, subject to design review by the Planning Commission. This table also contains a proposal to change the formula for determining maximum commercial building signage from 1.5 square feet of sign area per lineal foot of building frontage to 2 square feet per lineal foot. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval of DCA No. 09-01 to the Mayor and Common Council,based on the following Findings of Fact: Findings of Fact 1. The proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan. The proposed Development Code Amendment (DCA) would provide for more effective advertising with electronic media, and would encourage renovation, modernization and reduced cluttering of existing commercial signage in the City, consistent with the following General Plan goals and policies: Goal 4.1: "Encourage economic activity that capitalizes on the transportation and locational strengths of San Bernardino/" CGoal 4.3: "Continue and expand the City's marketing and promotional campaigns". Policy 5.3.5: "Create entry improvements to help identify distinct districts;..." Policy 2.3.3: "Entries into the City and distinct neighborhoods should be well defined or highlighted to help define boundaries and act as landmarks." 2. The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City. The proposed amendment provides for appropriate design review for new signage, in a way that will encourage abatement of non-conforming signs and reduced usage of temporary signs. Therefore, the proposed Development Code Amendment serves the public interest and convenience and would not be detrimental to public health, safety, or general welfare. Recommended Motion: That the hearing be closed and that the Planning Commission recommend that the Mayor and Common Council approve Development Code Amendment No. 09-01 based on the Findings of Fact as recommended. Attachment: Development Code Chapter 19.22, Sign Regulations, with proposed revisions. SIGN REGULATIONS - 19.22 CHAPTER 19.22 ® SIGN REGULATIONS Section Pa¢e 19.22.010 Purpose.................................................................................................................III-17 19.22.02o Applicability......................................................................................................... III-18 19.22.03o Definitions............................................................................................................III-18 19.22.04 o Sign Permit Required........................................................................................... III-22 19.22.05o Exempt Signs........................................................................................................ IH-23 19.22.050 Prohibited Signs...................................................................................................III-27 19.22.07o Temporary Signs................................................................................................... III-27 19.22.060 Off-Site Signs.......................................................................................................111-28 19.22.090 Permanent Flags...................................................................................................III-31 19.22.1 o o Abandoned Signs.................................................................................................. III-32 19.22.110 Sign Construction and Maintenance.....................................................................III-33 19.22.12o Nonconforming Signs...........................................................................................III-33 19.22.13o Removal of Illegal Signs......................................................................................III-34 19.2 2.14 o Inventory and Abatement..................................................................................... III-34 19.22.150 Sign Regulations................................................................................................... III-34 Table 022. 00 Exempt Signs(Do Not Require Sign Permit) ......................................................III-24 O022.01 Sign Regulations by Land Use Category.............................................................. III-35 Guidelines G19.22.170 Sign Design Guidelines.................................................................................... HI-44 19.22.010 PURPOSE The purpose of this Chapter is to establish sign regulations that are intended to: A. Protect the general public health, safety,welfare,and aesthetics of the community. B. Implement community design standards,consistent with the General Plan. C. Promote the Community s appearance by regulating the design, character, location, type,quality of materials, scale,color, illumination,and maintenance of signs. D. Encourage himit the use of signs which provide direction and aid orientation for businesses and activities. E. Promote signs that identify uses businesses and premises without confusion. F. Reduce possible traffic and safety hazards through good signage. O SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 19.22.020 APPLICABILITY No signs shall be erected or maintained in any land use district established by this Development Code, except those signs specifically enumerated in this Chapter. The number and area of signs as outlined in this Chapter are intended to be maximum standards. In addition to the enumerated standards, consideration shall be given to a sign's relationship to the overall appearance of the subject property as well as the surrounding community. Compatible design, simplicity, and sign effectiveness are to be used in establishing guidelines for sign approval, but shall not limit maximum standards for signs. 19.22.030 DEFINITIONS Abandoned Sign: Any sign, sign structure, advertising structure or display not maintained in accordance with Section 19.22.110 for a period of 90 days or more. An abandoned sign is deemed to be a public nuisance. MC 1057 10/8/99 Address Sign. The numeric reference of a structure or use to a street, included as part of a wall or monument sign. Advertising Media. The means by which an advertising,message is carried to potential customers, including internet,magazine,newspaper, radio, signage and television. A-Frame Sign. A free standing sign usually hinged at the top,or attached in a similar manner, and widening at the bottom to form a shape similar to the letter"A". Such signs are usually designed to be portable;hence they are not considered permanent signs. Amortization. 1) In accounting terms, this refers to the method in which an intangible asset is depreciated over a specified period of time. 2) In terms relevant to signage and urban planning, it conveys the "grace period" beginning on the date a sign owner is notified that removal of a previously conforming sign has been ordered, and ending on the date removal is required. This process makes a structure which was legally erected with all permits, legally non-conforming for a neriod of time. After an amortization period,the sign becomes illegal and non-conforming. Animated air--k4i+ving Sign Any sign ,..Meh eses ent, �'� is': o : _.a aefials . depict action ,notion, light or color changes e-er- ate - speei l effeet or scene through electrical or mechanical means,excluding electronic message sigmas. Awning Sign. A and is ortl , pefmitted on the ye..tisal ......F,.e of flap A building mounted sign that provides additional functionality as shelter or shade. Backlighted Letter. An illuminated reverse channel letter (open or translucent back) so light from the letter is directed against the surface behind the letter,producing a halo lighting effect around the letter; also referred to"silhouette lighted"or"halo lighted". SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Banner, Flag, Pennant or Balloon. Any cloth, bunting, plastic, paper, or similar material used for �.. advertising purposes attached to or pinned on or from any structure, staff, pole, line, framing, or vehicle, including captive balloons and inflatable signs but not including official flags of the United States, the State of California, and other states of the nation, counties, municipalities, official flags of foreign nations and nationally or internationally recognized organizations. Bench Sign. Copy painted any . bus °stop be ieh-. A sign located on the seat or back of a bench or seat placed on or adjacent to a public right-of-way. A type of street furniture. Billboard or Outdoor Advertising Sign. A sign stricture advertising an establishment, merchandise, service, or entertainment, which is not sold, produced, manufactured, located or finished at the site on which the sign is located. This does not include Freeway Signs or Kiosk Signs. MC 929 1119/95 Building Code. State and/or local regulations governing public health, welfare and safety of constriction and maintenance. Building Fascia �M_i--d, of the single 49PA biiild ag vieye fi,n in..Weh th pr-iwAHy entranee to the business is That portion of any elevation of a building, extending vertically from the grade to the top of parapet wall or eaves, and horizontally across the entire width of the building elevation, including slanted wall surfaces sometimes referred to as mansards. If more than 1 business is located in a single building,then such length shall be limited to that portion which is occupied by each individual business. © Building Mounted Sign. A sign that is applied or attached to a building. Cabinet Sign. A sign structure consisting of the frame and face(s), not including the internal components, embellishments or support structure. Canopy. See Marquee. Canopy Sign. (1) A building-mounted sign functioning as a marquee. (2) A sign mounted on a marquee or canopy. Changeable Copy Panel. A section of a sign that fimctions like a changeable copy sign. Changeable Copy Sign. A sign designed to a fle , the ,.w...,, ing of eopy .w_,.., w , i A variable message sign composed of individual letters,panel-mounted in or on a track system,or may be electronically variable. Channel Letter. Fabricated or formed three-dimensional letter that may accommodate a light source. Civic Event Si¢rt. A temporary sign,other than a commercial sign,posted to advertise a civic event sponsored by a public agency, school, church, civic-fraternal organizations, or similar non- commercial organization. SIGN REGULATIONS - 19.22 C COTnErEialSeasonal Sign. n vrvpcn�fcioS°v�fm" v' " `rgr-potea-Cni-CrSEisvnm l basis. Conforming Sign. A sign that is legally installed in accordance with federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Conspicuity. The characteristics of the sign that enable an observer to differentiate the sign from the surrounding environment. Construction Sign. A temporary sign erected on the parcel on which construction is taking place, limited to the duration of the construction, indicating the names of the architects, engineers, landscape architects, contractors, or similar artisans, and the owner, financial supporters, sponsors, and similar individuals or firms having a major role or interest with respect to the structure or project. Content Neutral Time, Place and Manner Regulations. Consistently applicable non- discriminatory sign regulations that specify, without reference to the content of the message, when, how and where a sign can be displayed, with physical standards, such as but not limited to height, size and location,that allow the sign to be readable. Contrast. The difference or degree of difference between thins having similar or comparable natures, such as light and dark areas,colors,or typefaces. Copy Area. Areas that enclose the actual copy on a sign. Custom Sign. A sign designed, manufactured and installed to meet the requirements of a snecific location. Deck Cabinet. Similar in detail and use as a raceway, except larger in cross section, to provide a background area. Dimensional Letter. A specification description of a letter, logo or symbol, either cut out, cast molded or fabricated in material such as metal or plastic,to create a raised condition. Directional Sign. A sign kinited to direr4ienal messages, pfifteipally f4designedto provide direction to pedestrian or vehicular traffic„ SHE hone way", ne^mfaaee",vr"t-wit" Directory Sign. A sign that identifies the names and locations of tenants in a multi-tenant building or in a development made up of a group of buildings.f r listing the °"°"t° Ana Nhei. suite numbers of a building or eenter. Double-faced Sign. A single designed with the intent of providing , on both ..:des. A sign with two parallel opposing(back-to-back)faces. Electric Sign. Any sign containing or using electrical wiring. G SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Electronic Message Center (EMC) Sigh. A sign having the eapability of ^ ° °fttiag variable message Sin that utilizes computer-generated messages or some other electronic means of changing copy. These signs include displays using incandescent lamps, LED's, LCD's or PDP's. by 4' 1 F .- ,.ally .,.-.AFalled pattefn against a ..ent b k and and ...1-:,.1- ,. be progm"ned to the message display periedioally. MC 1169 4/15/04 b � r Exterior Illuminated Sign A sign that is illuminated by a light source that is directed toward an d shines on the face of a sips. Also called direct illumination. Eaveline. The bottom of the roof eave or parapet. FVEUNF FVE[NVE Face. The surface area on a sign where advertising copy is displayed. © Fascia Sian. A building mounted sign. Flag Test. A target raised in order to determine the appropriate height and/or size of a sign. Flashing Sign. A sign that contains an intermittent or sequential flashing light source. Generally, the sign's message is constantly repeat- ign is most often used as a primary attention- getting device. Flat Cutout Letter. A dimensional letter cut from sheet or plate stock. Fluorescent Lamp or Tube. Electric-discharge lighting utilizing glass tubing manufactured to standard lengths. Font. A set of letters, numerals and shapes which conform to a specific set of design criteria. Freestanding Sign. A sign that is supported by 1 or more uprights, braces, poles, or other similar structural components that is not attached to a building or buildings. Freeway Sign (off-site. A sign adjacent to a freeway right-of-way which advertises a freeway adjacent business or a qualifying business in close proximity to a freeway pursuant to the provisions of 19.22.080(4)of this chapter. MC 929 1/19/95 OFreeway Sian (on-site). A sign adjacent to a freeway right-of-way, advertising the primary business or businesses located on that site. SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Front Lialhted Letter. An illuminated channel letter with translucent face. Future Tenant Identification Sign. A temporary sign which identifies a future use of a site or building. Grand Opening. A promotional activity not exceeding 30 calendar days used by newly established businesses, within 2 months after occupancy, to inform the public of their location and service available to the community. Grand Openings does not mean an annual or occasional promotion of retail sales by a business. Height of Signn. The greatest vertical distance measured from the existing grade at the mid-point of the sign support(s)that intersect the ground to the highest element of the sign. Holiday Decoration Sign. Temporary signs, in the nature of decorations, clearly incidental to and customarily associated with holidays. Identification Sign A sign providing the name, type of business, or the name and logo in combination,identifying a particular business establishment. Illegal Sign: Any of the following: • A sign erected without first complying with all ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of its construction and erection or use. • A sign which is a danger to the public or is unsafe. (A sign that is a public nuisance as defined in MC Section 8.30.010.) • A sign which is a traffic hazard not created by relocation of streets or highways or by acts of the City or County. (A sign that is a public nuisance as defined in MC Section 8.30.010.) • A sign that is a public nuisance as defined under Municipal Code Section 8.30.010. MC 1057 10/8/99 (includes abandoned signs) Illuminated Sign. A sign with an artificial light source for the purpose of lighting the sign. Informational Sign. A sign identifying the type of product of service provided by a business. MC 9015/20/94 Institutional Sign. A sign identifying the premises of a church, school, hospital, rest home, or similar institutional facility. Interior Sian. A sign located inside a building or other facility not meant to be viewed primari ly from a public right-of-way. Internally Illuminated Sign. A sign that is illuminated by a light source that is contained inside the sign SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Kiosk. An off-premise sign used for directing people to the sales office or models of a residential subdivision project. Design details of such signs are shown as Figure 16-1 under Section 19.22.080(2)(C)of this Chapter. LCD. Liquid Crystal Display. LED. Light Emitting g iode. Legal Nonconforming Sign. A legally established sign which fails to conform to the regulations of this Chapter. Legibility. The characteristics of letters, numbers, graphics or symbols that make it possible to differentiate one from the other. See Conspcuity. Listed Sign. A sign labeled to indicate that the manufacturer of the sign is identified in a list published by a National Recognized Testing Laboratory as producing signs in conformance with the applicable American National Standard. Local Shopping Center. A shopping center with a gross site area of less than 20 acres. (MC 1179 9/16/04 Logo. An established identifying symbol or mark associated with a business or business entity. MC 834 6/19/92 Logo Sign. An established trademark or symbol identifying the use of a building. Maior Tenant. A shopping center key tenant(s), which serves to attract customers to the center through its size, product line, name, and/or reputation as determined by the center property owner/authorized property management. The term anchor tenant is interchangeable with the term major tenant. MC 834 6/19/92;MC 1179 9/16/04 Mansard. A decorative fascia used to hide equipment or articles on the roof or to enhance the storefront appearance. Marquee.A permanent canopy, often of metal and glass,proiecting over an entrance. Marquee Sign. (1) A sign mounted on a permanent canopy; (2) A traditional industry term for the variable message section of a canopy sign; (3)An inteual sign and permanent canopy., Menu Board. A variable message sign that allows a retailer to list products and prices. Message Area. The area within the sign panel defining the limits of the message. Message Center. An electronically or mechanically variable message sign, enabling changes to be made from locations other than at the sign. (See Variable Message Sign). " Mobile Sign. A portable sign mounted on a trailer. SIGN REGULATIONS - 19.22 Monument Siva Rhe ba"o-~ of th° A ground sign with low overall height and the appearance of having a solid base. (see Freestanding g ign). NEC.National Electric code. Neon Sign A sign manufactured utilizing neon tubing,which is visible to the viewer. Off-Premise Site Sign. Any sign which advertises or informs in any manner businesses, services,or events at some location other than that upon which the sign is located. This does not include billboard or outdoor advertising structure. MC 9291/19/95 On-Premise Sign A communication device whose message and design relates to a business, an event goods profession or service being conducted, sold or offered on the same property where the sign is erected. Open Channel Letter. A dimensional letter that has no face and, if illuminated,the light source is visible. A clear face may be used for physical protection of internal components. Open House Sign. A temporary sign posted to indicate a sales person is available to represent the property subject to sale,lease,or rent. Painted Wall Sign. See Building Mounted Sign. OPan Channel Letter.A dimensional letter constructed with side walls, back and a face, making the letter a solid integral unit with the side walls and back having a pan-shaped cross section. Pan Face. A plastic sign face molded into a three dimensional shape. Also called molded face, molded and embossed face,molded and debossed face. Parapet. A wall-like barrier at the edge of a roof or structure. PDP. Plasma Display Panel. Permanent Flags. Any canvas, vinyl-coated fabric, acrilan, or similar material used for decorative or architectural enhancement with no commercial advertising of products or services. Permanent flags are related to a cultural or civic event or goal of the City. MC 979 9/5/96. Permanent Sign. A sign attached to a building, structure or the ground in a manner that will resist environmental loads such as wind,and precludes ready removal or movement of the sign. Point-of-Purchase Sign. A sign that advertises a product at its point of sale, or"point-of-purchase" location. Pole or Pylon Cover. An enclosure for concealing and/or decorating poles or other structural Osupports of a ogr�gn. Pole Sign. A freestanding sign with a visible support structure. SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Political Sim. A temporary sign directly associated with national, state, or local elections, regulated by Chapter 16.12. Portable Sim. A sign that is not permanently affixed to a structure or the ground. Post and Panel Sign. An unlighted sign fabricated by using, one or more visible posts to support the si ng body. Primary Sign. The largest sign located on the building front wall containing the main entrance. MC 9015/20/94 Primary Wall. The wall on a non-residential structure that contains the primary entrance to the business. MC 1008 12/18/97 Projecting Sign. A building-mounted sign with the faces of the sign perpendicular to the building fascia. Promotional Sign. A sign erected on a temporary basis to promote the sale of new products, new management,new hours of operation,a new service,or to promote a special sale. Public Nuisance. A sign, sign structure or advertising structure which is one or more of the following: • A public nuisance as defined under Municipal Code Section 8.30.010. O • An abandoned sign as defined in Section 19.22.030. • An illegal sign as defined in Section 19.22.030. MC 1057 10/8/99 Push-Through. A letter or logo cut out of a backing material that is as thick or thicker than the sign face material, and mounted on the inside of the sign face so that the backing material's thickness extends flush with or through and beyond the front plane of the sign face. Raceway. An electrical enclosure that may also serve as a mounting structure for a sign. Real Estate Sign. An on-site sign pertaining to the sale or lease of the premises. Recognition. Reters to the ability of a viewer to identify a message. Regional Shopping Center. A shopping center with a gross site area of 20 acres or more. MC 1179 9/16/04 Regulatory Sign. A sign having the primary purpose of conveying information concerning rules, ordinances or laws. Retainer. A framing member mounted around the perimeter of a sign face and attached to the sign cabinet structure, designed to attach the face to the cabinet and/or to provide decorative trim. Return. The sides of a channel letter. 11-1 -11 � i �ited detail on a sign. SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Reverse Channel Letter.A fabricated dimensional letter with opaque face and side walls. Roof Sim A sign erected, constructed, or placed upon or over a roof of a building, including a mansard roof and which is wholly or partly supported by such buildings. Secondary Sim A sign identifying a business located within the tenant space of the primary business. MC 1008 12/18/97 Sidewalk/Sandwich Sign A moveable sign not secured or attached to the around or surface upon which it is located but supported by its own frame and most often forming the cross-sectional shape of a letter"A". Sign. Any s4naetwe, hetising, deviee, figum, swAuary, paki4ift, visual display with words or symbols design_ ed to convey information or attract attention. ,7 .I. .Rise r to Nxide data of «f«.....tier in the- «.,t....° of ..dyeftising f r a of�tl.° e Y«. a. «� c..a...e., sef viees available .. ._. a_ -a, _ .h° goods i.___'-_, sold, available for sale, ter,.« Sign Band. A horizontal area above the entrances to a multi-tenant building, architecturally designed to accommodate signs a in n a signcentric manner. Sim Area The entire face of a sign ' excl uding any framing, projections, of molding, or support structure. a buildi zg Channel letter signs shall be measured by the area enclosed by four straight lines outlining each word. Sign Face. The area of a sign on which copy is intended to be placed. Sign Program. A coordinated program of 1 or more signs for an individual building or building complexes with multiple tenants. Signcentric Design. Building architectural design which makes the signage the prominent visual feature. Single Face Sign. A sign with only one face plane. Street Furniture. Advertising displays, which mayprovide a public amenity, positioned at close proximity to pedestrians for eye-level viewing or at a curbside to reach vehicular traffic. An example is a bench sign. Temporary Sign. A sign intended to be displayed for a limited period of time. Time and Temperature Display. A variable message sign which displays current time and temperature in a stationary or alternating manner. Some also display simple messages. SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 [` Trademark. A word or name which, with a distinctive type or letter style, is associated with a �+ business or business entity in the conduct of business. MC 834 6/19/92 UL An abbreviation for Underwriters Laboratories Inc a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory. Under-Canopy Sign A sign designed to be mounted underneath a canopy. Variable Message Sign A sign that includes provisions for message chances Also called changeable copy panel changeable copy sign, time and temperature sign, electronic message center or menu board. Vehicle Dealership. One or more vehicle sales establishments (with ancillary used cars and recreational vehicle sales). MC 1169 4/15/04 Vehicle Sign. A sign which is attached to or painted on a vehicle which is parked on or adjacent to any property,the principal purpose of which is to attract attention to a product sold or an activity or business located on such property. Visibility. The quality of a letter, number, graphic or symbol which enables the observer to distinguish it from its surrounds or background. Wall Sign A sign painted on or fastened to a wall and which does not project more than 12 inches from the building or structure. Wayfinding. Enabling a person to find his or her way to o a given destination through the use of effective signage. Window Sign. Any sign that is applied or attached to a window or located in such a manner that it can be seen from the exterior of the structure. 19.22.040 SIGN PERMIT REQUIRED 1. GENERAL No sign, including a copy change, or temporary sign,unless exempted by this Chapter, shall be constructed, displayed or altered without a sign permit or sign program approved by the City. The Director shall review all signs unless otherwise stated. 2. SIGN PROGRAM A sign permit for a sign program may be submitted for all new commercial, office, and industrial centers consisting of 3 or more tenant spaces. The program may be filed with the project application to construct the center, and may be processed concurrently with the project application. The purpose of the program shall be to integrate signs with building and landscaping design to form a unified architectural statement. MC 1057 10/8/99 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 3. DESIGN REVIEW BY PLANNING COMMISSION Any sign i)ennit or sign program submitted for review by the Director may be referred to the Planning Commission for Design Review. All proposals for on-site electronic message center sianage shall be referred to the Planning Commission for Design Review as a Sign Program Standard requirements for electronic sienge programs shall include removal of non-conforming signs from the site and prohibition of temporary signs including banners and painted window signs. 19.22.050 EXEMPT SIGNS Table 022.00 identifies the signs that are exempt from the provisions of this Chapter. MC 1057 10/8/99 TABLE 022.00 EXEMPT SIGNS OMITTED INTENTIONALLY NO CHANGES PROPOSED SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 19.22.060 PROHIBITED SIGNS The following signs are inconsistent with the sign standards set forth in this Chapter, and are therefore prohibited: A. Abandoned signs as defined in Section 19.22.030. B. Animated, moving, flashing, blinking, reflecting, revolving, or any other similar sign,except electronic message boards C. Banners, flags, and pennants, except as permitted by Sections 19.22.070 and 19.22.090. MC 979 9/5/96 D. Bench signs except as permitted by Desim Review or approved transit amenities. E. Billboards or Outdoor Advertising signs, except as permitted by Section 19.22.080 of this Chapter. MC 929 1/19/95 F. Chalkboards or blackboards G. Illegal signs as defined in Section 19.22.030 H. Off-site or billboard signs,except as permitted by Section 19.22.080 I. Permanent sale or come-on signs J. Portable signs or A-fiame signs K. Signs deemed to be a public nuisance as defined in Section 19.22.030 and MC Section 8.30.010. L. Roof signs with the exception of mansards where no useable sign band is available. M. Signs on public property, except for traffic regulatory, informational signs, signs required by a governmental agency, and model home tour signs, and except as permitted by Section 19.22.080. MC 812 12/5/91 N. Signs painted on fences or roofs O. Balloons and other inflated devices or signs designed to attract attention, except as allowed per Section 19.22.070. P. Signs that are affixed to vehicles, excluding permanent signs on commercial vehicles Q. Signs which simulate in color or design a traffic sign or signal, or which make use of words, symbols or characters in such a manner to interfere with, mislead, or confuse pedestrian or vehicular traffic. MC 105710/8/99 19.22.070 TEMPORARY SIGNS Special event signs and civic event signs may be approved by the Director for a limited period of time as a means of publicizing special events such as grand openings, carnivals, parades, charitable events, holiday sales, and special promotions. Such special event signs shall be limited to the following provisions: A. No temporary sign shall be erected without a temporary sign permit. B. Temporary signs shall be limited to 90 continuous days per event within a 180-day period from the start date of the event. C. Temporary signs may include: promotional sales signs, banners, balloons, inflated devices,search lights,beacons,pennants,and streamers. SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 D. All temporary signs shall be maintained in good condition; removed or replaced if tom,faded or dirty. %owl E. Temporary banners shall be affixed to the walls of a building only. F. Auto dealerships may apply for a yearly temporary sign permit for ongoing special promotions. MC 1057 10/8/99 19.22.080 OFF-SITE SIGNS 1. REPLACEMENT OF OFF-SITE BILLBOARD SIGNS ON THE SAME SITE The owner of an off-site billboard sign may replace such sign on the same site with another off-site billboard sign, subject to the following conditions: A. A "like-for-like" replacement (i.e., same size, height, and number of faces) is permitted subject to a Development Permit. B. The existing billboard sign shall be removed prior to the installation of the replacement billboard sign. MC 1057 10/8/99 W.C. An existing, legally permitted billboard located within 600 feet of a freeway may replace the existing static display face(s) with electronic variable message center sign(s) enabling changes to be made from remote locations, subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit and a Department of Transportation permit, and subject to the following criteria and requirements: (1) No billboard shall be upgraded to an electronic variable message display unless the sign is located at least 1,000 feet from the nearest existing or approved electronic message center or electronic display sign. (2) The size of the electronic variable message display shall not exceed the existing height,width or sign face area of the existing billboard. (3) The design,placement,and brightness control shall comply with Department of Transportation (Caltrans) standards, and all advertising content shall comply with the Outdoor Advertising Act. 2. REPLACEMENT OF OFF-SITE BILLBOARD SIGNS ON NEW SITE The owner of an off-site billboard sign may replace such sign on a new site with another off-site billboard sign, subject to the following conditions: A. The replacement site shall be located in the CG-1,CG-2,CH,IL,IH and IE land use districts. P. B. A conditional use permit shall be required for each sign, except that two replacement off-site billboard signs (less than 100 square feet each) at two new locations may be combined on a single conditional use permit application. SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 C. The advertising display area of the replacement sign shall not exceed the display area of the existing sign or signs to be replaced, and in no event shall it be greater than 672 square feet per face with a maximum of two faces. Display area does not include decor or pole covers. D. Spacing shall be: Up to 100 square feet of sign face—300 linear feet. Up to 300 square feet of sign face—400 linear feet. Up to 672 square feet of sign face—600 linear feet. E. New billboards shall not be located within 1,000 feet of the gore points of freeway to freeway interchanges or freeway interchanges and on- and off-ramps, or within the interchanges themselves. F. Under no circumstance shall more than one new sign be erected to replace one sign removed. G. The replaced sign(s) shall be removed prior to the installation of the replacement billboard sign. H. The Commission may require the removal of more than one off-site billboard or painted bulletin by the owner in exchange for the right to locate one new replacement sign at a new site. MC 1057 10/8/99 3. MODIFICATIONS TO EXISTING OFF-SITE BILLBOARDS An increase in size, height, or number of faces may be permitted subject to a Conditional Use Permit with the following conditions: A. The site shall be located in the CG-1,CG-2,CH,IL,IH,and IE land use districts. B. The total sign area shall not exceed 672 square feet per face with a maximum of two faces. C. Under no circumstance shall more than one new sign be erected to replace one sign removed. D. The new sign shall be removed prior to the installation of the billboard sign. E. The Commission may require the removal of more than one off-site billboard in exchange for an increase in the size,height,or number of faces. MC 1057 10/8/99 4. OFF-SITE RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION DIRECTIONAL SIGNS The following shall regulate and establish a standardized program of off-site residential subdivision directional kiosk signs for the City. For the purposes of this subsection, a residential subdivision is defined as a housing project within a recorded tract where 5 or more structures or dwelling units are concurrently undergoing construction. SIGN REGULATIONS - 19.22 5. OFF-SITE SIGNS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY i" Private advertising signs may be placed on structures in the public right of way, such as bus shelters, if there is a licensing agreement approved by the Mayor and Common Council authorizing such off-site signs on public property. An application for a sign permit must be approved prior to the construction of off-site signs on public property and the applicant and the owner of the sign shall comply with the provisions of Section 19.22.100 regarding sign construction and maintenance standards. MC 812 12/5/91 6. FREEWAY SIGNS A. Off-site freeway signs are permitted for regionally significant businesses within 1000 feet of the freeways. MC 1057 10/8/99 B. There is an existing freeway sign to which the subject business may attach a new sign face or a new sign may be constructed to include the off-site business and f rture/existing business on the subject site. C. Freeway signs shall be installed in the following manner: (1) The sign area for the new freeway sign shall be equal to or less than the existing sign. (2) The existing sign structure shall be in conformance with current Development Code standards. D. Off-site freeway signs are permitted for regionally significant shopping areas subject to approval of a Sign Program. MC 1057 10/8/99 7. OFF-SITE ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER SIGNS MC 12117/5/05 A. Off-site electronic message center signs are permitted in the following location, subject to a Conditional Use Permit: Central City South • Southeast Industrial Park B. The size and advertising areas will be determined through the Conditional Use Permit process. C. The height shall be limited to 50' above the grade of the freeway unless a flag test determines that greater height is needed for visibility. D. The sign face may extend up to 5 feet from the edge of the property. E. Off-site electronic message center signs may be placed no closer than 1,000 feet © from another electronic message center sign(on-site or off-site). SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 F. Off-site electronic message center signs must be fitted with automatic dimming devices, capable of lowering the intensity of light during evening hours, rainy, foggy,or cloudy days, or similar situations. G. Off-site electronic message center signs are subject to a license agreement with the City of San Bernardino. The license agreement will include, but is not limited to, signage content and "air time" for public service announcements, and may include a revenue-sharing provision. H. Off-site electronic message center signs must be located in the Freeway Corridor Overlay District, subject to the provisions in the Outdoor Advertising Act (Chapter 2 in the State of California Business and Professions Code). These provisions include, but are not limited to, placement, location, content, and maintenance. I. Off-site electronic message center signs shall not be installed until written approval has been granted by the State Department of Transportation(Caltrans). 19.22.090 PERMANENT FLAGS Permanent flags may be installed subject to a comprehensive sign program pursuant to Section 19.22.040(2). Permanent flags shall be consistent with programs that relate to a cultural or civic event or goal of the City. Standards of safety and maintenance shall be assured. Such flag programs shall be subject to the following provisions: 1. Permitted uses/buildings include auditoriums, convention halls, performance centers, libraries, museums, public agency facilities, approved urban design plans, and other uses/buildings deemed similar by the Director,pursuant to Section 19.02.070(3). 2. Flags shall be constructed of pliable materials such as canvas,vinyl-coated fabric,acrilan, or similar materials which will withstand exposure to wind and rain without significant deterioration. 3. No sign permits for single flags and banners are permitted. 4. No commercial advertising of products or services is permitted on permanent flags. 5. All permanent flags shall require building permits as necessary for construction or installation. 6. Decorative flags shall be placed so there is no projection above the eaveline of the building. 7. Decorative flags shall be non-illuminated. 8. Flag copy shall be limited to the name and date of publicized event. 9. The number and location of permanent flags shall architecturally enhance the building on which they are placed. MC 979 9/5/96 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 19.22.100 ABANDONED SIGNS 1. Any abandoned or illegal sign is hereby declared to be a danger to the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of San Bernardino. Any sign which is partially or wholly obscured by the growth of dry vegetation or weeds or by the presence of debris or litter also presents a danger to the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of San Bernardino. Any such sign as set forth herein is hereby deemed to be a public nuisance. 2. Any abandoned sign deemed to be a public nuisance shall be removed by the property owner within 30 days after notice via a Notice of Violation from the Code Compliance Department. Within the 10 days after the notice, the property owner may request an appeal hearing before the Hearing Officer on the abandonment and nuisance determination. The appeal shall be granted or the decision modified if facts or circumstances disprove the existence of a public nuisance. If no hearing is requested, or if the appeal has been denied and/or if there is no correction to the violation, the Code Compliance Department will abate the violation. Costs of such abatement may be assessed against the property, using the procedures established in Municipal Code Section 8.30.090. MC 1057 10/8/99 19.22.110 SIGN CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE 1. Every sign, and all parts, portions, and materials shall be manufactured, assembled, and erected in compliance with all applicable State, Federal, and City regulations and the Uniform Building Code. 2. Every sign including those specifically exempt from this Development Code in respect to permits and permit fees, and all parts, portions, and materials shall be maintained and kept in good repair. 3. A maintained sign is a sign that meets all of the following criteria: A. All sign faces, supports, braces, guys and anchors are kept in repair and in a proper state of preservation. B. There is no evidence of deterioration, including peeling, rust, corrosion, dirt, fading, discoloration or holes. C. The sign does not have broken or missing sign faces or letters. D. There is no chipped or peeling paint. E. There are no missing or inoperative lights. 4. An unmaintained sign shall be repaired or replaced within 30 calendar days following notification via a Notice of Violation from the Code Compliance Department. Noncompliance with such a request shall constitute a nuisance and penalties may be assessed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 19.46. MC 1057 10/8/99 SIGN REGULATIONS-19.22 19.22.120 NONCONFORMING SIGNS 1. A legal non-conforming sign may be reused subject to the following: A. The sign is not abandoned or illegal as defined in Section 19.22.030. B. The sign is not a public nuisance as defined in Section 19.22.030 and MC Section 8.30.010. C. The sign is maintained in accordance with Section 19.22.110. D. The sign is cut-off at the base and stored onsite, provided the stored sign is not visible from the public right-of-way or from adjacent properties. Storage of the sign must be in compliance with all applicable provisions of the Development Code. E. The property owner has 24 consecutive months from the date of removal to reinstall the sign for a tenant. A legally established tenant must occupy the site in order for the sign to be reinstalled. F. If the use of the sign is discontinued for a period of 24 or more consecutive calendar months, it shall lose its legal non-conforming status, and any replacement signage shall be required to conform with the provisions of this Development Code. 2. All non-conforming signs shall be demolished when the building that they advertise is demolished. MC 948 7/10/95 3. Legal non-conforming wall signs shall not prevent the installation of conforming freestanding signs, nor shall legal non-conforming freestanding signs prevent the installation of conforming wall signs. MC 1057 10/8/99 19.22.130 REMOVAL OF ILLEGAL SIGNS Any illegal sign shall be removed by the property owner within 10 days after notice via a Notice of Violation from the Code Compliance Department. Within the 10 days after the notice, the property owner may request a hearing before the Hearing Officer on the illegal sign determination. The appeal shall be granted or the decision modified if facts or circumstances disprove the existence of an illegal sign. If no hearing is requested, if the appeal has been denied and/or there is no correction to the violation, the Code Compliance Department will abate the violation. Costs of such abatement may be assessed against the property, using the procedures established in Municipal Code Section 8.30.090. MC 1057 10/8/99 19.22.140 INVENTORY AND ABATEMENT Within 6 months from the date of adoption of this Development Code, the City shall commence a program to inventory and identify illegal or abandoned signs within its jurisdiction. Within 60 days after this 6-month period, the City shall commence abatement of identified illegal or abandoned signs. 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COPY 1 2 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AMENDING CHAPTER 19.22, SIGN REGULATIONS, OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL 3 ODE (DEVELOPMENT CODE), INCLUDING APPROVAL OF AN ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER SIGN FOR THE HOSPITALITY BUSINESS DISTRICT. 4 THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO 5 DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: 6 SECTION 1. Chapter 19.22, Sign Regulations is amended as shown in Attachment 1 7 attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. 8 9 SECTION 2. Chapter 19.22, Section 19.22.080(7)(A), also shown in Attachment 1, is 10 ended to allow for an off-site electronic message center sign to be permitted subject to a it onditional Use Permit in the Southeast Industrial Park redevelopment area, which includes the 12 Hospitality Business District. 13 SECTION 3. Severability. In the event that any provision of this Ordinance, or any part 14 thereof, or an application thereof to an y pp y person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be 15 16 constitutional or otherwise invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction on its 17 face or as applied, such holding shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of any of the 18 remaining provisions of this Ordinance, or any part thereof, or any application thereof to any 19 person or circumstance or of said provision as applied to any other person or circumstance. It is 20 hereby declared to be the legislative intent of the City that this Ordinance would have been 21 adopted had such unconstitutional, invalid, or ineffective provisions not been included herein. 22 23 //// 24 25 26 27 q q, 28 1 -�a� AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AMENDING 1 CHAPTER 19.22, SIGN REGULATIONS, OF THE SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL 2 ODE (DEVELOPMENT CODE), INCLUDING APPROVAL OF AN ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER SIGN FOR THE HOSPITALITY BUSINESS DISTRICT. 3 I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was duly adopted by the Mayor and 4 Common Council of the City of San Bernardino at a meeting thereof, held 5 6 n the day of 2009,by the following vote to wit: 7 Council Members: AYES NAYS ABSTAIN ABSENT $ ESTRADA 9 BAXTER 10 RINKER 11 SHORETT 12 KELLEY 13 14 JOHNSON 15 MCCAMMACK 16 17 City Clerk 18 The foregoing ordinance is hereby approved this_day of 2009. 19 20 21 PATRICK J. MORRIS,Mayor 22 City of San Bernardino 23 Approved as to form: 24 JAMES F. PENMAN 25 City Attorney 26 By: 27 28 2 ATTACHMENT 1 CHAPTER 19.22 SIGN REGULATIONS Section Page 19.22.010 Purpose................................................................................................................. III-17 19.22.02o Applicability......................................................................................................... III-18 19:22.030 Definitions............................................................................................................ III-18 19.22.09 o Sign Permit Required ........................................................................................... III-22 19.22.05o Exempt Signs........................................................................................................ III-23 19.22.060 Prohibited Signs ................................................................................................... III-27 19.22.07o Temporary Signs................................................................................................... III-27 19.22.080 Off-Site Signs....................................................................................................... III-28 19.22.090 Permanent Flags................................................................................................... III-31 19.22.10o Abandoned Signs.................................................................................................. III-32 19.22.110 Sign Construction and Maintenance..................................................................... 111-33 19.22.12o Nonconforming Signs........................................................................................... III-33 19.22.130 Removal of Illegal Signs...................................................................................... III-34 19.2 2. 19 0 Inventory and Abatement ..................................................................................... III-34 19.22.150 Sign Regulations................................................................................................... III-34 Table 022 . 00 Exempt Signs(Do Not Require Sign Permit) ...................................................... III-24 022.01 Sign Regulations by Land Use Category.............................................................. III-35 Guidelines 6:9.22. 170 Sign Design Guidelines.................................................................................... 111-44 19.22.010 PURPOSE The purpose of this Chapter is to establish sign regulations that are intended to: A. Protect the general public health, safety, welfare, and aesthetics of the community. B. Implement community design standards, consistent with the General Plan. C. Promote the Community s appearance by regulating the design, character, location, type, quality of materials, scale, color, illumination, and maintenance of signs. D. Encourage E the use of signs which provide direction and aid orientation for businesses and activities. E. Promote signs that identify uses businesses and premises without confusion. F. Reduce possible traffic and safety hazards through good signage. 1 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 19.22.020 APPLICABILITY No signs shall be erected or maintained in any land use district established by this Development Code, except those signs specifically enumerated in this Chapter. The number and area of signs as outlined in this Chapter are intended to be maximum standards. In addition to the enumerated standards, consideration shall be given to a sign's relationship to the overall appearance of the subject property as well as the surrounding community. Compatible design, simplicity, and sign effectiveness are to be used in establishing guidelines for sign approval, but shall not limit maximum standards for signs. 19.22.030 DEFIlMIONS Abandoned Sign: Any sign, sign structure, advertising structure or display not maintained in accordance with Section 19.22.110 for a period of 90 days or more. An abandoned sign is deemed to be a public nuisance. MC 1057 10/8/99 Address Sign The numeric reference of a structure or use to a street, included as part of a wall or monument sign. Advertising Media. The means by which an advertising message is carried to potential customers including mternet, magazine newspaper, radio signage and television A-Frame Sign. A free standing sign usually hinged at the top, or attached in a similar manner, and widening at the bottom to form a shape similar to the letter"A". Such signs are usually designed to be portable; hence they are not considered permanent signs. Amortization. 1) In accounting terms this refers to the method in which an intangible asset is depreciated over a specified period of time 2) In terms relevant to signage and urban planning it conveys the grace period beginning on the date a sign owner is notified that removal of a previously conforming sign has been ordered, and ending on the date removal is required This process makes a structure which was legally erected with all permits legally non conforming for a period of time. After an amortization period the sign becomes illegal and non conforming Animated Sign. Any sign wl;eh ..- - depicting action motion light or color changes through electrical or mechanical means, excluding electronic message signs. Awning_ "" Sign. A _that is t-, .._ _-_ - mounted sign that provides additional functionality as shelter or shade. A building Backlighted Letter. An illuminated reverse channel letter(open or translucent back) so light from the letter is directed against the surface behind the letter, producing a halo lighting effect around the letter: also referred to "silhouette lighted"or"halo lighted" O 2 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Banner. Flag, Pennant or Balloon. Any cloth, bunting, plastic, paper, or similar material used for advertising purposes attached to or pinned on or from any structure, staff, pole, line, framing, or vehicle, including captive balloons and inflatable signs but not including official flags of the United States, the State of California, and other states of the nation, counties, municipalities, official flags of foreign nations and nationally or internationally recognized organizations. Bench Si Copy . A sign located on the seat or back of a bench or seat placed on or adjacent to a public right-of-way. A tune of street furniture Billboard or Outdoor Advertising Sign A sign structure advertising an establishment, merchandise, service, or entertainment, which is not sold, produced, manufactured, located or furnished at the site on which the sign is located. This does not include Freeway Signs or Kiosk Signs. MC 929 1/19/95 Building Code. State and/or local regulations governing public health welfare and safety of construction and maintenance. Building Fascia . The length e fthe single �ant building prifnary e°'faae° to the business is leeated.That portion of any elevation of a building extending vertically from the grade to the top of parapet wall or eaves and horizontally across the entire width of the building elevation, including slanted wall surfaces sometimes referred to as mansards If more than 1 business is located in a single building, then such length shall be limited to that portion which is occupied by each individual business. Building Mounted Sign A sign that is applied or attached to a building Cabinet Sign. A sign structure consisting of the frame and face(s) not including the internal components, embellishments or support structure Canopy. See Marquee. Canopy Sign. (1) A building-mounted sign functioning as a marquee (2) A sign mounted on a marquee or canopy_. Changeable Copy Panel. A section of a sign that functions like a changeable cony sign Changeable Cony Si® me ha a ' ' ""'"ding ' and ` A variable message sign composed of individual letters• panel-mounted in or on a track system or may he electronically variable Channel Letter. Fabricated or formed three-dimensional letter that may accommodate a ligh t source. Civic Event Sign A temporary sign, other than a commercial sign, posted to advertise a civic event sponsored by a public agency, school, church, civic-fraternal organizations, or similar non- commercial organization. 3 SIGN REGULATIONS- 1912 C-E a I C l Si A I p a Of IL Conforming Sign. A sign that is legally installed in accordance with federal state and local laws and ordinances. Conspicuity. The characteristics of the sign that enable an observer to differentiate the sign from the surrounding environment Construction Sign A temporary sign erected on the parcel on which construction is taking place, limited to the duration of the construction, indicating the names of the architects, engineers, landscape architects, contractors, or similar artisans, and the owner, financial supporters, sponsors, and similar individuals or firms having a major role or interest with respect to the structure or project Content Neutral Time Place and Manner Regulations Consistentiv applicable non- discriminatory sign regulations that specify, without reference to the content of the message when, how and where a sign can be displayed, with physical standards such as but not limited to height size and location that allow the sign to be readable Contrast. The difference or degree of difference between things having similar or comparable natures, such as light and dark areas colors or ri pfaces CCopy Area. Areas that enclose the actual copy on a sib Custom Sign A sign designed. manufactured and installed to meet the requirements of a specific location. Deck Cabinet. Similar in detail and use as a raceway, except larger in cross section, to rovide a background area. Dimensional Letter. A s cification description of a letter loo or symbol, either cut out, cast molded or fabricated in material such as metal or Plastic, to create a raised condition. I Du onal Sign. A sign limitiad to ,07._-,.•:,..>„I _ -" designed to provide direction to pedestrian or vehicular traffic e - 1> »` - ' � '-ai3e "> IDirectory Sign. A sign that identifies the names and locations of tenants in a multi-tenant buildin or in a development made up of a group of buildings L Double-faced Sign A sign with two parallel opposing(back-to-back) faces Electric Sign. Any sign containing or using electrical wiring 4 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Electronic Message Center (EMC) Sigh. A sign _g the bility of pfesenting variable message sign that utilizes computer-generated messages or some other electronic means of changing copy. These signs include displays using incandescent lamps. LED's LCD's or PDP's Exterior Illuminated Sign. A sign that is illuminated by a light source that is directed toward and shines on the face of a sign. Also called direct illumination Eaveline. The bottom of the roof eave or parapet pVF[rNf �rAVElW! Face. The surface area on a sign where advertising copy is displayed Fascia Sign.A building mounted sign Flag Test. A target raised in order to determine the appropriate height and/or size of a sign Flashing Si ffi A sign that contains an intermittent or sequential flashing light source. Generally, the sign's message is constantly repeated and the sign is most often used as a primary attention - getting device. Flat Cutout Letter. A dimensional letter cut from sheet or plate stock Fluorescent Lamn or Tube Electric-discharge lighting utilizing glass tubing manufactured to standard lengths. Font. A set of letters,numerals and shapes which conform to a specific set of design criteria. Freestanding Sian A sign that is supported by 1 or more uprights, braces, poles, or other similar structural components that is not attached to a building or buildings. Freeway Sign (off-site). A sign adjacent to a freeway right-of-way which advertises a freeway adjacent business or a qualifying business in close proximity to a freeway pursuant to the provisions of 19.22.080(4)of this chapter. MC 929 1/19/95 Freeway Sign (on-site) A sign adiacent to a freeway right of way advertising the primary business or businesses located on that site 5 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Front Lighted Letter. An illuminated channel letter with translucent face. Future Tenant Identification Sign A temporary sign which identifies a future use of a site or building. Grand Opening. A promotional activity not exceeding 30 calendar days used by newly established businesses, within 2 months after occupancy, to inform the public of their location and service available to the community. Grand Openings does not mean an annual or occasional promotion of retail sales by a business. Height of Sign The greatest vertical distance measured from the existing grade at the mid-point of the sign support(s)that intersect the ground to the highest element of the sign. Holiday Decoration Sign. Temporary signs, in the nature of decorations, clearly incidental to and customarily associated with holidays. Identification Si ffi A sign providing the name, type of business, or the name and logo in combination, identifying a particular business establishment Illegal Sign: Any of the following: • A sign erected without first complying with all ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of its construction and erection or use. O • A sign which is a danger to the public or is unsafe. (A sign that is a public nuisance as defined in MC Section 8.30.010.) • A sign which is a traffic hazard not created by relocation of streets or highways or by acts of the City or County. (A sign that is a public nuisance as defined in MC Section 8.30.010.) • A sign that is a public nuisance as defined under Municipal Code Section 8.30.010. MC 1057 10/8/99 (includes abandoned signs) Illuminated Sign A sign with an artificial light source for the purpose of lighting the sign. Informational Sign. A sign identifying the type of product of service provided by a business. MC 9015/20/94 histitutional Silty A sign identifying the premises of a church, school, hospital, rest home, or similar institutional facility. Interior Sign. A sign located inside a building or other facility not meant to be viewed primarily from a public ri ght-of-way Internally Illuminated Sign. A sign that is illuminated by a Ulu source that is contained inside the sign. 6 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Kiosk. An off-premise sign used for directing people to the sales office or models of a residential subdivision project. Design details of such signs are shown as Figure 16-1 under Section 19.22.080(2)(C)of this Chapter. LCD. Liquid Crystal Display. LED. Light Emitting Diode. Legal Nonconforming Sign. A legally established sign which fails to conform to the regulations of this Chapter. Legibility. The characteristics of letters numbers graphics or symbols that make it possible to differentiate one from the other. See Conspicuity. Listed Sign. A sign labeled to indicate that the manufacturer of the sign is identified in a list published by a National Recognized Testing Laboratory as producing signs in conformance with the applicable American National Standard. Local Shopping Center. A shopping center with a gross site area of less than 20 acres. (MC 1179 9/16/04 Logo. An established identifying symbol or mark associated with a business or business entity. MC 834 6/19/92 Logo Sign. An established trademark or symbol identifying the use of a building. Maior Tenant. A shopping center key tenant(s), which serves to attract customers to the center through its size, product line, name, and/or reputation as determined by the center property owner/authorized property management. The term anchor tenant is interchangeable with the term major tenant. MC 834 6/19/92; MC 1179 9/16/04 Mansard. A decorative fascia used to hide equipment or articles on the roof or to enhance the storefront appearance. Marquee. A permanent canopy often of metal and glass projecting over an entrance Marquee Sign. (1) A sign mounted on a permanent canopv7 (2) A traditional industry term for the variable message section of a canopy sign; (3) An integral sign and permanent canopy. Menu Board. A variable message sign that allows a retailer to list products and prices Message Area The area within the sign panel defining the limits of the message Message Center. An electronically or mechanically variable message sign enabling changes to be made from locations other than at the sign (See Variable Message Sign) Mobile Sign. A portable sign mounted on a trailer. 7 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Monument Sign An independent , .etwe ....YYef4e l a.,.., a W t betten; c h A €end sign with low overall height and the appearance of having a solid base. (see Freestanding Sign) NEC. National Electric code. Neon Sign. A sign manufactured utilizing neon tubing, which is visible to the viewer. Off-Premise Site Sign. Any sign which advertises or informs in any manner businesses, services,or events at some location other than that upon which the sign is located. This does not include billboard or outdoor advertising structure. MC 929 1/19/95 On-Premise Sign. A communication device whose message and design relates to a business an event, goods, profession or service being conducted, sold or offered on the same property where the sign is erected. Open Channel Letter. A dimensional letter that has no face and if illuminated, the light source is visible. A clear face may be used for physical protection of internal components Open House Sign A temporary sign posted to indicate a sales person is available to represent the property subject to sale,lease, or rent. Painted Wall Sign. See Building Mounted Sign Pan Channel Letter. A dimensional letter constructed with side walls back and a face making the letter a solid integral unit with the side walls and back having a pan-shaped cross section Pan Face. A plastic sign face molded into a three dimensional shape Also called molded face molded and embossed face, molded and debossed face Parapet. A wall-like barrier at the edge of a roof or structure PDP. Plasma Display Panel. Permanent Flags. Any canvas, vinyl-coated fabric, acrilan, or similar material used for decorative or architectural enhancement with no commercial advertising of products or services. Permanent flags are related to a cultural or civic event or goal of the City. MC 979 9/5/96. Permanent Sign. A sign attached to a building, structure or the ground in a manner that will resist environmental loads such as wind and precludes ready removal or movement of the sign Point-of-Purchase Sign. A sign that advertises a product at its point of sale or"Point-of-purchase" location. Pole or Pylon Cover. An enclosure for concealing and/or decorating poles or other structural supports of a ground sign. Pole Sign. A freestanding sign with a visible support structure 8 SIGN REGULATIONS- 1912 Political Sign. A temporary sign directly associated with national, state, or local elections, regulated by Chapter 16.12. I Portable Si en. A sign that is not permanently affixed to a structure or the ground. Post and Panel Sign. An unlighted sign fabricated by using one or more visible posts to support the sign body. Primary Simon The largest sign located on the building front wall containing the main entrance. MC 9015/20/94 Primary Wall. The wall on a non-residential structure that contains the primary entrance to the business. MC 1008 12/18/97 Projecting Sign. A building-mounted sign with the faces of the sign perpendicular to the building fascia. Promotional Si en. A sign erected on a temporary basis to promote the sale of new products, new management,new hours of operation, a new service, or to promote a special sale. Public Nuisance. A sign, sign structure or advertising structure which is one or more of the following: • A public nuisance as defined under Municipal Code Section 8.30.010. • An abandoned sign as defined in Section 19.22.030. • An illegal sign as defined in Section 19.22.030. MC 1057 10/8/99 Push-Through. A letter or logo cut out of a backing material that is as thick or thicker than the sign face material, and mounted on the inside of the sign face so that the backing material's thickness extends flush with or through and beyond the front plane of the sign face Raceway. An electrical enclosure that may also serve as a mounting structure for a sign Real Estate Sign An on-site sign pertaining to the sale or lease of the premises. Recognition. Refers to the ability of a viewer to identify a message Regional Shopping Center. A shopping center with a gross site area of 20 acres or more. MC 1179 9/16/04 Regulatory Sign. A sign having the primary purpose of conveving information concerning rules ordinances or laws. Retainer. A framing member mounted around the perimeter of a sign face and attached to the sign cabinet structure, designed to attach the face to the cabinet and/or to provide decorative trim Return. The sides of a channel letter. Reveal. An indented detail on a sign. 9 SIGN REGULATIONS - 1912 Reverse Channel Letter. A fabricated dimensional letter with opaque face and side walls Roof Sim A sign erected, constructed, or placed upon or over a roof of a building, including a mansard roof and which is wholly or partly supported by such buildings. Secondary Sim A sign identifying a business located within the tenant space of the primary business. MC 1008 12/18/97 Sidewalk/Sandwich Sign. A moveable sign not secured or attached to the ground or surface upon which it is located, but supported by its own fi-ame and most often forming the cross-sectional shape of a letter"A". Sim• Any visual display with words or symbols designed to convey information or attract attention plaeara or athe used to adveftise, ar to provide data of ipSeFmatien in the naPdfe of advei4ising, faf any of the thy,p ..,...ty where the d display ereeted. ' said, 'of a.,ailable -°r � Sign Band. A horizontal area above the entrances to a multi-tenant building architecturally designed to accommodate signage in a signcentric manner. Sign Are a The entire face of a sign, ifie!udi g the excluding any fuming, projections, of moldin g, but- -2r su ppo rt structure. individual eha i �r letters a an a-� Channel letter signs shall be measured by the area enclosed by four straight lines outlining each word. Sign Face. The area of a sign on which copy is intended to be placed Sim Pro g . A coordinated program of 1 or more signs for an individual building or building complexes with multiple tenants. Signcentric Design Building architectural design which makes the signage the prominent visual feature. Single Face Sign. A sign with on1y one face plane Street Furniture.Advertising displays which may provide a public amenity, positioned at close proximity to Pedestrians for eve-level viewing or at a curbside to reach vehicular traffic An example is a bench sign Temporary Sim. A sign intended to be displayed for a limited period of time. Time and Temperature Display. A variable message sign which displays current time and temperature in a stationary or alternating manner. Some also display simple messages 10 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 Trademark. A word or name which, with a distinctive type or letter style, is associated with a business or business entity in the conduct of business. MC 834 6/19/92 UL. An abbreviation for Underwriters Laboratories. Inc. a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory. Under-Canopy Sign. A sign designed to be mounted underneath a canopy. Variable Message Sign. A sign that includes provisions for message changes Also called changeable copy panel, changeable copy sign, time and temperature sign electronic message center or menu board. Vehicle Dealership. One or more vehicle sales establishments (with ancillary used cars and recreational vehicle sales). MC 1169 4/15/04 Vehicle Sian A sign which is attached to or painted on a vehicle which is parked on or adjacent to any property, the principal purpose of which is to attract attention to a product sold or an activity or business located on such property. Visibilitv. The quality of a letter, number, graphic or symbol which enables the observer to distinguish it from its surrounds or background Wall Sign A sign painted on or fastened to a wall and which does not project more than 12 inches from the building or structure. Wavfinding. Enabling a person to find his or her way to a given destination through the use of effective simage. Window Sign Any sign that is applied or attached to a window or located in such a manner that it can be seen from the exterior of the structure. 19.22.040 SIGN PERMIT REQUIRED 1. GENERAL No sign, including a copy change, or temporary sign, unless exempted by this Chapter, shall be constructed, displayed or altered without a sign permit or sign program approved by the City. The Director shall review all signs unless otherwise stated. 2. SIGN PROGRAM A sign permit for a sign program may be submitted for all new commercial, office, and industrial centers consisting of 3 or more tenant spaces. The program may be filed with the project application to construct the center, and may be processed concurrently with the project application. The purpose of the program shall be to integrate signs with building and landscaping design to form a unified architectural statement MC 1057 10/8/99 11 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 3. DESIGN REVIEW BY PLANNING COMMISSION Any sign permit or sign program submitted for review by the Director may be referred to the Planning Commission for Design Review. All proposals for on-site electronic message center signage shall be referred to the Planning Commission for Design Review as a Sign Program. Standard requirements for electronic signage programs shall include removal of non-conforming signs from the site and prohibition of temporary signs, including banners and window signs. 19.22.050 EXEMPT' SIGNS Table 022.00 identifies the signs that are exempt from the provisions of this Chapter. MC 1057 10/8/99 TABLE 022.00 EXEMPT SIGNS OMITTED INTENTIONALLY NO CHANGES PROPOSED O 12 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 19.22.060 PROHIBITED SIGNS The following signs are inconsistent with the sign standards set Forth in this Chapter, and are therefore prohibited: A. Abandoned signs as defined in Section 19.22.030. B. Animated, moving, flashing, blinking, reflecting, revolving, or any other similar sign,except electronic message boards C. Banners, flags, and pennants, except as permitted by Sections 19.22.070 and 19.22.090. MC 979 9/5/96 D. Bench signs, except as permitted by Design Review or approved transit amenities E. Billboards or Outdoor Advertising signs, except as permitted by Section 19.22.080 of this Chapter. MC 929 1/19/95 F. Chalkboards or blackboards G. Illegal signs as defined in Section 19.22.030 H. Off-site or billboard signs,except as permitted by Section 19.22.080 I. Permanent sale or come-on signs J. Portable signs or A-frame signs K. Signs deemed to be a public nuisance as defined in Section 1922.030 and MC Section 8.30.010. L. Roof signs, with the exception of mansards where no useable sign band is available M. Signs on public property, except for traffic regulatory, informational signs, signs required by a governmental agency, and model home tour signs, and except as permitted by Section 19.22.080. MC 812 12/5/91 N. Signs painted on fences or roofs O. Balloons and other inflated devices or signs designed to attract attention, except as allowed per Section 19.22.070. P. Signs that are affixed to vehicles, excluding permanent signs on commercial vehicles Q. Signs which simulate in color or design a traffic sign or signal, or which make use of words, symbols or characters in such a manner to interfere with, mislead, or confuse peiestrian or vehicular traffic. MC 1057 10/8/99 19.22.070 TEMPORARY SIGNS Special event signs and civic event signs may be approved by the Director for a limited period of time as a means of publicizing special events such as grand openings, carnivals, parades, charitable events, holiday sales, and special promotions. Such special event signs shall be limited to the following provisions: A. No temporary sign shall be erected without a temporary sign permit. B. Temporary signs shall be limited to 90 continuous days per event within a 180-day period from the start date of the event. C. Temporary signs may include: promotional sales signs, banners, balloons, inflated devices, search lights, beacons,pennants, and streamers. 13 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 D. All temporary signs shall be maintained in good condition, removed or replaced if tom, faded or dirty. E. Temporary banners shall be affixed to the walls of a building only. F. Auto dealerships may apply for a yearly temporary sign permit for ongoing special promotions. MC 1057 10/8/99 19.22.080 OFF-SM SIGNS 1. REPLACEMENT OF OFF-SITE BILLBOARD SIGNS ON THE SAME SITE The owner of an off-site billboard sign may replace such sign on the same site with another off-site billboard sign, subject to the following conditions: A. A "like-for-like" replacement (i.e., same size, height, and number of faces) is permitted subject to a Development Permit. B. The existing billboard sign shall be removed prior to the installation of the replacement billboard sign. MC 1057 10/8/99 B C. An existing, legally permitted billboard located within 600 feet of a freeway may replace the existing static display face(s) with electronic variable message center sign(s), enabling changes to be made from remote locations subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit and a Department of Transportation permit, and subject to the following criteria and requirements: (1) No billboard shall be upgraded to an electronic variable message display unless the sign is located at least 1,000 feet from the nearest existing or approved electronic message center or electronic display sign. (2) The size of the electronic variable message display shall not exceed the existing height, width or sin face area of the existing billboard (3) The design, placement and brightness control shall comply with Department of Transportation (Caltrans) standards and all advertising content shall comply with the Outdoor Advertising Act 2. REPLACEMENT OF OFF-SITE BILLBOARD SIGNS ON NEW SITE The owner of an off-site billboard sign may replace such sign on a new site with another off-site billboard sign,subject to the following conditions: A. The replacement site shall be located in the CG-1, CG-2, CH,IL, IH and 1E land use districts. B. A conditional use permit shall be required for each sign, except that two replacement off-site billboard signs (less than 100 square feet each) at two new locations may be combined on a single conditional use permit application. 14 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 C. The advertising display area of the replacement sign shall not exceed the display area of the existing sign or signs to be replaced, and in no event shall it be greater than 672 square feet per face with a maximum of two faces. Display area does not include decor or pole covers. D. Spacing shall be: Up to 100 square feet of sign face—300 linear feet. Up to 300 square feet of sign face—400 linear feet. Up to 672 square feet of sign face—600 linear feet E. New billboards shall not be located within 1,000 feet of the gore points of freeway to freeway interchanges or freeway interchanges and on- and off-ramps, or within the interchanges themselves. F. Under no circumstance shall more than one new sign be erected to replace one sign removed. G. The replaced sign(s) shall be removed prior to the installation of the replacement billboard sign. H. The Commission may require the removal of more than one off-site billboard or painted bulletin by the owner in exchange for the right to locate one new replacement sign at a new site. MC 1057 10/8/99 3. MODIFICATIONS TO EXISTING OFF-SITE BILLBOARDS An increase in size, height, or number of faces may be permitted subject to a Conditional Use Permit with the following conditions: A. The site shall be located in the CG-1, CG-2, CH, IL, IH, and 1E land use districts. B. The total sign area shall not exceed 672 square feet per face with a maximum of two faces. C. Under no circumstance shall more than one new sign be erected to replace one sign removed D. The new sign shall be removed prior to the installation of the billboard sign. E. The Commission may require the removal of more than one off-site billboard in exchange for an increase in the size, height, or number of faces. MC 1057 10/8/99 4. OFF-SITE RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION DIRECTIONAL SIGNS The following shall regulate and establish a standardized program of off-site residential subdivision directional kiosk signs for the City. For the purposes of this subsection, a residential subdivision is defined as a housing project within a recorded tract where 5 or more structures or dwelling units are concurrently undergoing construction. 15 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 A. The panel and sign structure design shall be in accordance with Figure 16-1. B. No kiosk sign structure shall be located less than 300 feet from an existing or previously approved kiosk site, except in the case of signs on different comers of an intersection. C. The placement of each kiosk sign structure shall be reviewed and approved by the Director. D. All kiosk signs shall be placed on private property with written consent of the property owner or on City right-of-way pursuant to a City encroachment permit. c F1GUlE 16.1 Otl•rN amawlon cknetlonal k1o* E. A kiosk sign location plan shall be prepared, showing the site of each kiosk directional sign, and shall be approved by the Director prior to the issuance of a sign pern it. F. There shall be no additions, tag signs, streamers, devices, display boards, or appurtenances, added to the kiosk signs as originally approved, no other non- permitted directional signs, such as posters or trailer signs, may be used. G. All non-conforming subdivision kiosk directional signs associated with the subdivisions in questions must be removed prior to the placement of directional kiosk sign(s). H. Kiosk signs shall be removed when the subdivision is sold out The entity administering the program will be responsible for removal of panels and structures no longer needed. 16 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 5. OFF-SITE SIGNS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY Private advertising signs may be placed on structures in the public right of way, such as bus shelters, if there is a licensing agreement approved by the Mayor and Common Council authorizing such off-site signs on public property. An application for a sign permit must be approved prior to the construction of off-site signs on public property and the applicant and the owner of the sign shall comply with the provisions of Section 19.22.100 regarding sign construction and maintenance standards. MC 812 17/5/91 6. FREEWAY SIGNS A. Off-site freeway signs are permitted for regionally significant businesses within 1000 feet of the freeways. MC 1057 10/8/99 B. There is an existing freeway sign to which the subject business may attach a new sign face or a new sign may be constructed to include the off-site business and future/existing business on the subject site. C. Freeway signs shall be installed in the following manner: (1) The sign area for the new freeway sign shall be equal to or less than the existing sign. (2) The existing sign structure shall be in conformance with current Development Code standards. D. Off-site freeway signs are permitted for regionally significant shopping areas subject to approval of a Sign Program. MC 1057 10/8/99 7. OFF-SITE ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER SIGNS MC 1211 7/5/05 A. Off-site electronic message center signs are permitted in the following location, subject to a Conditional Use Permit: Central City South • Southeast Industrial Park B. The size and advertising areas will be determined through the Conditional Use Permit process. C. The height shall be limited to 50' above the grade of the freeway unless a flag test determines that greater height is needed for visibility. D. The sign face may extend up to 5 feet from the edge of the property. E. Off-site electronic message center signs may be placed no closer than 1,000 feet from another electronic message center sign (on-site or off-site). 17 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 F. Off-site electronic message center signs must be fitted with automatic dimming devices, capable of lowering the intensity of light during evening hours, rainy, foggy, or cloudy days, or similar situations. G. Off-site electronic message center signs are subject to a license agreement with the City of San Bernardino. The license agreement will include, but is not limited to, signage content and "air time" for public service announcements, and may include a revenue-sharing provision. H. Off-site electronic message center signs must be located in the Freeway Corridor Overlay District, subject to the provisions in the Outdoor Advertising Act (Chapter 2 in the State of California Business and Professions Code). These provisions include, but are not limited to, placement, location, content, and maintenance. I. Off-site electronic message center signs shall not be installed until written approval has been granted by the State Department of Transportation(Caltrans). 19.22.090 PERMANENT FLAGS Permanent flags may be installed subject to a comprehensive sign program pursuant to Section 19.22.040(2). Permanent flags shall be consistent with programs that relate to a cultural or civic event or goal of the City. Standards of safety and maintenance shall be assured. Such flag programs shall be subject to the following provisions: 1. Permitted uses/buildings include auditoriums, convention halls, performance centers, libraries, museums, public agency facilities, approved urban design plans, and other uses/buildings deemed similar by the Director,pursuant to Section 19.02.070(3). 2. Flags shall be constructed of pliable materials such as canvas, vinyl-coated fabric, acrilan, or similar materials which will withstand exposure to wind and rain without significant deterioration. 3. No sign permits for single flags and banners are permitted. 4. No commercial advertising of products or services is permitted on permanent flags. 5. All permanent flags shall require building permits as necessary for construction or installation. 6. Decorative flags shall be placed so there is no projection above the eaveline of the building. 7. Decorative flags shall be non-illuminated. 8. Flag copy shall be limited to the name and date of publicized event. 9. The number and location of permanent flags shall architecturally enhance the building on which they are placed. MC 979 9/5/96 18 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 19.22.100 ABANDONED SIGNS 1. Any abandoned or illegal sign is hereby declared to be a danger to the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of San Bernardino. Any sign which is partially or wholly obscured by the growth of dry vegetation or weeds or by the presence of debris or litter also presents a danger to the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of San Bernardino. Any such sign as set forth herein is hereby deemed to be a public nuisance. 2. Any abandoned sign deemed to be a public nuisance shall be removed by the property owner within 30 days after notice via a Notice of Violation from the Code Compliance Department. Within the 10 days after the notice, the property owner may request an appeal hearing before the Hearing Officer on the abandonment and nuisance determination. The appeal shall be granted or the decision modified if facts or circumstances disprove the existence of a public nuisance. If no hearing is requested, or if the appeal has been denied and/or if there is no correction to the violation, the Code Compliance Department will abate the violation. Costs of such abatement may be assessed against the property, using the procedures established in Mamicipal Code Section 8.30.090. MC 1057 10/8/99 19.22.110 SIGN CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE 1. Every sign, and all parts, portions, and materials shall be manufactured, assembled, and erected in compliance with all applicable State, Federal, and City regulations and the Uniform Building Code. 2. Every sign including those specifically exempt from this Development Code in respect to permits and permit fees, and all parts, portions, and materials shall be maintained and kept in good repair. 3. A maintained sign is a sign that meets all of the following criteria: A. All sign faces, supports, braces, guys and anchors are kept in repair and in a proper state of preservation. B. There is no evidence of deterioration, including peeling, rust, corrosion, dirt, fading, discoloration or holes. C. The sign does not have broken or missing sign faces or letters. D. There is no chipped or peeling paint. E. There are no missing or inoperative lights. 4. An unmaintained sign shall be repaired or replaced within 30 calendar days following notification via a Notice of Violation from the Code Compliance Department. Noncompliance with such a request shall constitute a nuisance and penalties may be assessed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 19.46. MC 1057 10/8/99 19 SIGN REGULATIONS- 19.22 19.22.120 NONCONFORMING SIGNS 1. A legal non-conforming sign may be reused subject to the following: A. The sign is not abandoned or illegal as defined in Section 19.22.030. B. The sign is not a public nuisance as defined in Section 19.22.030 and MC Section 8.30.010. C. The sign is maintained in accordance with Section 19.22.110. D. The sign is cut-off at the base and stored onsite, provided the stored sign is not visible from the public right-0f-way or from adjacent properties. Storage of the sign must be in compliance with all applicable provisions of the Development Code. E. The property owner has 24 consecutive months from the date of removal to reinstall the sign for a tenant. A legally established tenant must occupy the site in order for the sign to be reinstalled. F. If the use of the sign is discontinued for a period of 24 or more consecutive calendar months, it shall lose its legal non-conforming status, and any replacement signage shall be required to conform with the provisions of this Development Code. 2. All non-conforming signs shall be demolished when the building that they advertise is demolished. MC 948 7/10/95 3. Legal non-conforming wall signs shall not prevent the installation of conforming freestanding signs, nor shall legal non-conforming freestanding signs prevent the installation of conforming wall signs. MC 1057 10/8/99 19.22.130 REMOVAL OF ILLEGAL SIGNS Any illegal sign shall be removed by the property owner within 10 days after notice via a Notice of Violation from the Code Compliance Department. Within the 10 days after the notice, the property owner may request a hearing before the Hearing Officer on the illegal sign determination. The appeal shall be granted or the decision modified if facts or circumstances disprove the existence of an illegal sign. If no hearing is requested, if the appeal has been denied and/or there is no correction to the violation, the Code Compliance Department will abate the violation. Costs of such abatement may be assessed against the property, using the procedures established in Municipal Code Section 8.30.090. MC 1057 10/8/99 19.22.140 INVENTORY AND ABATEMENT Within 6 months from the date of adoption of this Development Code, the City shall commence a program to inventory and identify illegal or abandoned signs within its jurisdiction. 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