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COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY CITY OF LAGRANGE ORDINANCE NO. 15-2007
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE NEW OLDHAM COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE SIGN REGULATIONS
WHEREAS, the City of LaGrange has the authority pursuant to the provisions of KRS Chapter 67.100 and other applicable law to amend ordinances; and,
WHEREAS, the LaGrange City Council did advertise and conduct a hearing on the amendment of the New Oldham County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Sign Regulations; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of LaGrange has received the recommendation of the Ordinance Committee.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF LAGRANGE, KENTUCKY, as follows:
That the New Oldham County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended by adding to, in bold and underlined, and deleting from, by striking through, the Division 290 Sign Regulations.
Sec. 290-050 Sign Requirements/Allowances Calculations
1. For the purpose of this ordinance: a. The front setback is measured from the right-of-way or the front property line. b. If a parcel has multiple frontages, then the parcel has multiple front setbacks. c. The side yard setback is measured from the side property line. 2. The Height of a sign shall be computed as the distance from the base of the sign to normal average grade to the top of the highest attached component of the sign. Normal average grade shall be construed to be the lower of; existing-grade prior to construction or installation, or the newly established grade after construction or installation. 3. The area if a sign shall be computed by means of the smallest square, circle, rectangle, triangle, or combination thereof that will encompass the extreme limits of the writing, representation, emblem or other display, together with any material or color forming an integral part of the background of the display or used to differentiate the sign from the backdrop or structure against which it is placed. Supporting framework, bracing or structure shall be included in computation of sign area. 4. Unless otherwise stated, the total area of a sign having two or more sides or faces shall be calculated according to the following: a. Double-faced signs: the sign area is of one sign face only. b. “V” shaped signs with two sides or faces: the sign area is the sum of the areas of the two sign faces. c. Signs with three or more sides or faces: the sign area is the sum of the areas of all sides or faces. 5. No more than two identification signs per place of business shall be allowed, with only one of which being separated from the principal building.
6. Clear sight triangles shall be maintained at all street intersections for a minimum of 50 feet as measured along the curb or pavement edge. No free-standing signs shall be allowed in the clear sight triangle.
Sec. 290-060 Exempt Sign Standards
The following types of signs are not required to obtain a sign permit and shall not be counted towards the total number of signs and allowable sign area, but must meet the following limitations: 1. Memorial signs – Must be characteristic with the surrounding area and must not be a public safety hazard. 2. Nameplate signs of two square feet or less – Must only contain the name or address, or both, of the owner or occupant of a building or premises. 3. No Trespassing signs of six square feet in area or less. 4. On-Site Directional/Information Sign of six square feet or less – Must not be a public safety hazard. 5. Political signs – Sign shall be removed within ten days following the election. Signs for successful primary election candidates, eligible for the general election, may remain after the primary election. Permission must be granted by the property owner for a sign to be placed on their property and the sign may not be located in any road right-of-way. 6. Private sale or special event signs of six square feet or less – May be placed seven days prior to the event and must be removed the day following the event – These signs shall advertise only the activity lawfully practiced on site and shall not be illuminated or contain any electrical component. 7. Real Estate signs of six feet or less – Must be located on the property that is for sale, lease, or rent and must be taken down within seven days after the sale is complete. May not be located in any road right-of-way. 8. Public signs, notices or traffic signs required by law, or any sign relating to an emergency. 9. Signs carried by a person – Must not be a public safety hazard. 10. Signs integrated into or on a coin-operated machine, vending machine, gasoline pump, or telephone booth. 11. Signs used to identify local Landmark/National Register of historic sites. 12. Sports signs within a ballpark, field or diamond which indicates sponsorship of the teams or activities that occur therein. These signs shall be oriented toward the field or diamond and shall not be higher than the fences. 13. Traffic signs – traffic control signs which contain no commercial message and that comply with the “Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways.” 14. Temporary window signs in commercial zoning districts – Total area of window signs shall not exceed 30% of the window area of the façade of the building. 15. Three (3) flags per parcel, symbolic in nature, for non-commercial, non- promotional purposes.
Sec. 290-070 Signs Prohibited
The following signs are prohibited: 1. Any sign or part of a sign that incorporates in any manner any continuous scrolling, flashing, blinking, oscillating or moving lights, or that changes physical position or light intensity by any movement or rotation or that gives the appearance of such movement or rotation. 2. String lights or any unshielded light that is visible by the public from a public street or produces glare onto a residential structure, and is used in connection with commercial premises for commercial purposes, including attention-getting, other than seasonal decorations. 3. Any sign which has any visible moving part, visible revolving parts or visible mechanical movement achieved by electronic or mechanical means or action of normal wind currents. 4. Any sign which obstruct or detract from the visibility of any traffic sign or traffic control device on public streets and roads, by reason of the size, location, coloring, or illumination. 5. Any sign or sign structures which (a) is structurally unsafe, (b) constitutes a hazard to safety or health by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidated or abandonment, (c) is not kept in good repair, or (d) is capable of causing electrical shocks to persons likely to come into contact with it. 6. Signs which make use of words such as “STOP”, “LOOK”, “DANGER”, “YIELD”, or other similar words, phrases, symbols or characters in such a manner to imply the need or requirement of stopping or the existence of danger. 7. Permanent use of portable signs, folding signs, “A” frame signs, or any other similar free-standing signs. 8. Free standing signs that extend or are built over public property. 9. Wall signs painted on a building, except as permitted under conditional use application by the appropriate Board of Adjustments and Appeals, after public hearing. Area requirements are same as for permitted wall signs in zoning district in which property is located. 10. Any sign erected or maintained upon trees or painted or drawn upon rocks or other natural features. 11. No marquee constructed over sidewalks in those districts where permitted shall extend closer than two feet to the curb line of any adjoining street. 12. Snipe signs. 13. Above-roof signs. 14. Signs on vehicles or trailers which are parked or located for the primary purpose of displaying said sign. 15. Free-standing banner or banners not attached to a building, wall, or fence. See banner section of this ordinance for proper display regulations.
Sec. 290-080 Sign Lighting
1. Signs may be illuminated by downlighting only with fixtures that illuminate the sign face and base only. 2. Illumination of the sign face by light fixtures shall not exceed 50 foot-candles as measured on the sign face. 3. Illumination for off-premises advertising signs is prohibited. 4. Signs shall not have exposed bare-bulb or flashing illumination.
Sec. 290-090 Electronic Signs
Electronic Signs Prohibited: 1. Electronic Signs shall be prohibited in all zoning districts: 2. Electronic signs displayed as wall signs, projecting signs, or roof signs in any zoning district are prohibited. 3. Electronic signs with continuous scrolling, flashing, blinking, or oscillating messages are prohibited. 4. Electronic Signs with alpha-numeric messaging are prohibited.
Sec. 290-100 On-Premise Signage
1. AG-1, CO-1, T, R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A, R-3 and R-4A Zoning Districts a. Subdivision construction signs are allowed in the above zoning districts subject to the following: i. One non-illuminated sign at each major entrance. ii. The total sign area shall not exceed 48 square feet for each sign. iii. Signs shall have a maximum height of 8 feet. iv. Signs shall have a setback if 15 feet from any public right-of-way. v. Permits for such signs are valid for a period of one year or until construction is complete whichever comes first. b. Two subdivision identification signs are allowed at a major entrance not to exceed 48 square feet in sign area for each sign. c. All other signs in the above zoning districts must meet a minimum 15 feet front setback and shall not be larger than 24 square feet in area and shall not be taller than 8 feet in height. Only one sign per lot is allowed. d. Roof signs are not allowed in the above zoning districts.
2. R-4 High Density Residential District a. All signs as permitted in AG-1, CO-1, T, R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A, R-3 and R-4A zoning districts are allowed. b. One identification sign per entrance to apartment or condominium complex, not to exceed 48 square feet in sign area. c. Property zoned R-4 with the intended use of Professional Offices may be allowed signage under the following constraints. Professional Offices may be allowed two identification signs, only one of which may be separated from the building. The sign requirements for the residential zoning districts other than R-4 will apply to any use in R-4 that is not considered Professional Offices. d. Free-standing signs for Professional Offices in the R-4 zoning district must meet a minimum 5 feet front setback and shall not be larger than 24 square feet in area and shall not be taller than 8 feet in height. e. Wall Signs- Professional Offices: i. The maximum area shall be one square foot for each 2 lineal feet of building frontage or 50 square feet whichever is less. ii. Not higher than roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend more than 6 inches from wall. f. Projecting Signs- Professional Offices: i. The maximum area shall be 16 square
feet. ii. Not higher than roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend over 1/3 of public sidewalk. g. Roof Signs are not allowed in the R-4 zoning district.
3. O-1 and O-2 Office Districts, C-N Commercial Neighborhood District a. Free-Standing Signs i. No signs shall be any closer than 5 feet from any property line, ii. No sign shall be taller than 8 feet. iii. No sign area shall be greater than 25 square feet. iv. No lot frontage shall have a free-standing sign unless the frontage is at least 50 feet wide and the building situated on that lot is set back at least 15 feet from the street right-of-way. v.
vi. For a multi-tenant building, the maximum sign area may be increased by up to 50% if the occupants share the same sign and no other free-standing signs are displayed on the premises.
b. Wall Signs i. The maximum area shall be one square foot for each 2 lineal feet of building frontage or 50 square feet whichever is less. ii. Not higher than any roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend more than 6 inches from wall. c. Projecting Signs i. The maximum area shall be 16 square feet ii. Shall not be higher than roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend over 1/3 of public sidewalks d. Roof Signs: i. Roof signs are not allowed in the O-1, O-2 and C-N zoning districts.
4. C-1 Local Business District a. Free-Standing Signs: i. No sign shall be any closer than five feet from any property line. ii. No sign shall be taller than 6 feet in the C-1 zone. iii. No sign area shall be greater than 25 square feet in the C-1 zone. iv. No lot frontage shall have a free-standing sign unless the frontage is at least 50 feet wide and the building situated on that lot is set back at least 15 feet from the street right-of-way line. v.
vi. For a multi-tenant building, the maximum sign area may be increased by up to 50% if the occupants share the same sign and no other free-standing signs are displayed on the premises.
b. Wall Signs: i. The maximum area shall be one square foot for each 2 lineal feet of building frontage or 50 square feet whichever is less. ii. Shall not be higher than roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend more than 6 inches from wall.
c. Projecting Signs: i. The maximum area shall be 16 square feet. ii. Shall not be higher than the roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend over 1/3 of public sidewalks. d. Roof Signs: Roof signs are not allowed in C-1 Local Business District.
5. C-2 Community Business District
a. Free-Standing Signs: i. No sign shall be any closer than 5 feet from any property line. ii. No sign shall be taller than 6 feet in the C-2 zone. iii. No sign area shall be greater than 25 square feet in the C-2 zone. iv. No lot frontage shall have a free-standing sign unless the frontage is at least 50 feet wide and the building situated on that lot is set back at least 15 feet from the street right-of-way. v.
vi. For a multi-tenant building, the maximum sign area may be increased by up to 50% if the occupants share the same sign and no other free-standing signs are displayed in the premises. b. Wall Signs:
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One square foot for each 2
lineal ii. Shall not be higher than roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend more than 6 inches from wall. c. Projecting Signs: i. The maximum area shall be one square foot for each 2 lineal feet of building frontage or 50 square feet whichever is less. ii. Shall not be higher than roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend over 1/3 of public sidewalk. d. Roof Signs: Roof signs are not allowed in C-2 Community Business District.
6. C-3 General Business District
a. Free-Standing Signs: i. No sign shall be any closer than 5 feet away from any property line. ii. No sign shall be taller than 6 feet in the C-3 zone. iii. No sign area shall be greater than 64 square feet in the C-3 zone. iv. No lot frontage shall have a free-standing sign unless the frontage is at least 50 feet wide and the building situated on that lot is set back at least 15 feet from the street right-of-way line. v.
vi. For a multi-tenant building, the maximum sign area may be increased by up to 50% if the occupants share the same sign and not other free-standing signs are displayed on the premises.
b. Wall Signs: i. One square foot for each 2 lineal feet of building frontage is the maximum area. ii. Shall not be higher than roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend more than 6 inches from wall.
c. Projecting Signs: i. The maximum area shall be one square foot for each 2 lineal feet of building frontage or 64 square feet whichever is less. ii. Shall not be higher than roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend over 1/3 of public sidewalk.
d. Roof Signs: Roof signs are not allowed in C-3 General Business District.
7. C-4 Highway Service District:
a. Free-Standing Signs: i. No sign shall be any closer than 5 feet from any property line. ii. No sign shall be taller than 8 feet in the C-4 zone. iii. No sign area shall be greater than 25 square feet in the C-4 zone. iv. No lot frontage shall have a free-standing sign unless the frontage is at least 50 feet wide and the building situated on that lot is set back at least 15 feet from the street right-of-way.
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vi. For a multi-tenant building the maximum sign area may be increased by up to 50% if the occupants share the same free-standing sign and no other free-standing signs are displayed on the premises. b. Wall Signs: i. One square foot for each 2 lineal feet of building frontage is the maximum area. ii. Shall not be higher than the roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend more than 6 inches from wall. c. Projecting Signs: i. The maximum area shall be one square foot for each 2 lineal feet of building frontage or 64 square feet whichever is less. ii. Shall not be higher than roof or parapet line. iii. May not extend over 1/3 of public sidewalk. d. Roof Signs: Roof signs are not allowed in C-3 General Business District.
8. I-1 Light Industrial District, I-2 Heavy Industrial District
a. Free-Standing Signs: i. No sign shall be any closer than 5 feet from any property line. ii. No sign shall be taller than 8 feet in the I-1 and I-2 zones. iii. No sign area shall be greater than 64 square feet in the I-1 and I-2 zones. iv. No lot frontage shall have a free-standing sign unless the frontage is at least 50 feet wide and the building situated on that lot is set back at least 15 feet from the street right-of-way line.
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