§ 8.01.00. Exempt signs.

The following signs are exempt from the requirement in this article that a permit be obtained for the erection of permanent signs, provided they are not placed or constructed so as to create a hazard of any kind:

(1)

Not visible from street or adjoining property. Signs that are not designed or located so as to be visible from any street or adjoining property.

(2)

Legal notices. Legal notices and official instruments.

(3)

Temporary decorative flags and bunting. Temporary decorative flags and bunting for a celebration, convention or commemoration of significance to the entire community when authorized by the town manager or designee for a prescribed period of time.

(4)

Merchandise displays. Merchandise displays behind storefront windows so long as no part of the display moves or contains flashing lights.

(5)

Memorial or historical signs or tablets, names of buildings and dates of erection. Memorial or historical signs or tablets, names of buildings and dates of erection when cut into any masonry surface or when constructed of bronze or other incombustible materials and attached to the surface of a building.

(6)

Residential nameplate. A sign permitted for the sole purpose of identifying the inhabitant residing therein, the house name, or identifying the address of the house. The sign shall not contain advertising of any kind and shall not exceed one square foot in area.

(7)

Credit card signs. Credit card advertisements or trade associations' emblems, which do not exceed one-half square foot, may be displayed. Such signs shall be displayed flat on window or door surfaces. The purpose of these signs is to offer a service and not to advertise the business.

(8)

Works of art. Works of art that do not constitute advertising.

(9)

Sidewalk sign or informational sign. One sidewalk sign or one informational sign per business is allowed.

a.

Sidewalk sign. The maximum size of the sidewalk sign shall not exceed 36 inches in height by 24 inches wide. The maximum outside dimensions of the sign structure shall not exceed 48 inches in height by 26 inches wide. The maximum depth of the sign shall not exceed two and one-half inches. Signs shall be placed on sidewalks or private property only, with no portion of such sign extending more than 2½ feet from the wall of the business storefront. Handwritten signs are prohibited. The signs must be decorative and have professionally printed lettering. The sign may be displayed during open business hours only and must be located in front of business being advertised.

b.

Informational sign. The maximum size of the informational sign shall not exceed 36 inches in height by 24 inches wide. The sign shall be framed in black, gray, or blue, and shall be placed inside of a business at least six inches away from the interior storefront window.

(10)

Open signs. One sign per business may be displayed inside a window. The maximum size of the sign shall not exceed two square feet. The maximum letter height shall not exceed five inches. The sign may be LED stationary/steady lit with a maximum of two colors. Neon lighting is prohibited. Acceptable background colors are white or black. The maximum brightness shall not exceed 3,000 millicandelas (mcd). The sign may be lit during open business hours only.

(11)

Outdoor auxiliary displays. Outdoor auxiliary displays such as mannequins and display racks related to the business are permitted but only during the days of town sanctioned events. No portion of such display may extend more than two and one-half feet from the wall of the business storefront. For purposes of this section, outdoor auxiliary displays do not include plants, trees, and benches that are not for sale.

(Ord. No. 2011-06, § 2(8.01.00), 11-8-2011; Ord. No. 2014-01, § 1(1), 6-10-2014)