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27 ORDINANCE NO. 27 - AMENDED SEE ORDINANCE 34 ORDINANCE NO. 27 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A COMPREHEN- SIVE ORDINANCE AND REPEALING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY CODE PERTAINING TO SIGN REGULATIONS THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: ARTICLE I SECTION 1 .0 The City of Grand Terrace recognizes the need for signs as a means to identify businesses within the community. However, the City also recognizes that signing becomes an important design element of the physical environment. Provisions consistent with the goals and objectives of the community are necessary to insure that the special character and image, the community is striving for, can be attained. The City of Grand Terrace is striving to provide an economically stable and visually attractive community through high quality site planning, building design, landscaping and signing. As a planned architectural feature, a sign can be pleasing and can harmonize with the physical character of its environment. Proper controls can achieve this goal and will make the City of Grand Terrace a more attractive place to live, work and shop. It is the purpose of this Ordinance to make our City attractive to residents, visitors and commercial , industrial and professional businesses while maintaining economic stability through an attractive signing program. SECTION 2• Objectives and Basis. The objectives and basis for the various sign regulations contained in this Ordinance are: (1 ) to direct persons to various activities and enterprises, in order to provide for the maximum public convenience; (2) to provide a reasonable system of controls for signs, to insure the development of a high quality visual environment; (3) to encourage signs which are well designed and pleasing in appearance and to provide incentive and latitude for variety, good design relationship, and spacing; (4) to encourage a desirable urban character which has a minimum of overhead clutter; (5) to enhance the economic value of the community and each area thereof through the regulation of such things as size, number, location, design and illumination of signs; (6) to encourage signs which are compatible with adjacent land uses; (7) to reduce possible traffic and safety hazards through good signing; and (8) to protect the general public health, safety and welfare of the community. SECTION 3. Definitions: The following are definitions of terms contained in this Ordinance: A. Advertising Structure: An on or off-site structure of any kind or character other than the main business identification signs, erected or maintained for outdoor advertising purposes, upon which any poster, bill , printing, painting, or other advertisement of any kind whatsoever may be placed, including statuary for advertising purposes. B. Area of Signs: The area of a sign shall include the entire area within any type of perimeter or border which may enclose the outer limits of any writing, representation, emblem, figure or character, together with any other material or color forming an integral part of the display or used to differentiate such sign from the background in which it is placed. The area of a sign having no such perimeter shall be computed by enclosing the entire area within parallelagrams, triangles or circles in a size sufficient to cover the entire area and computing the size of such area. In the case of a two sided sign, the area shall be computed as including only the maximum single display surface which is visible from any ground position at one (1 ) time. The supports or uprights on which any sign is supported should not -2- be included in determining the sign area unless such supports or uprights ANK are designed in such a manner as to form an integral background of the sign. In the case of any cylindrical sign, the total area shall be computed on the total area of the surface of the sign. C. 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. D. Building Face: The area of the front building elevation in which the business is located. If more than one business is located in a single building, then such area shall be limited to that portion which is occupied by each individual business. E. Business Directory Sign: A sign located in a multi-tenant complex which lists each business and address located therein. F. Business Identification: An on-site sign which identifies the business located thereon. G. Construction or Contractor Sign: A temporary sign which states the names of the individuals and/or firms connected with the construction of a project. Such sign may include the name of the project, the address of the business, and the emergency telephone number. H. Convenience Signs: A sign not larger than two (2) square feet which conveys information such as "restrooms" , "no parking", "entrance" , and the like, but does not contain land, trade, advertising or business identification, and is designed to be viewed on site by pedestrians and/or motorists. I. Copy: Any words, letters, numbers, figures, designs, or other symbolic representations incorporated into a sign. -3- J. Directional Signs; A sign which contains words such as "entrance" , "enter" , "exit" , "in", "out" , or other similar words or a sign containing arrows or character indicating traffic directions and used either in conjunction with such words or separately. No directional sign shall contain any advertising or trade name information. A subdivision directional sign shall not be included in this category. K. Director of Building and Safety/Building Officer: Shall mean the City Engineer of the City of Grand Terrace. L. Director Review: A method of review by the City Engineer, as stipulated in San Bernardino County Code No. 53.021 , to determine conformance with applicable ordinance. M. Flashing Sign; Any sign which contains or is illuminated by lights which are intermittently on and off, which change intensity, or which create the illusion of motion in any manner. N. Freestanding Sign: Any sign which is permanently supported by one (1 ) or more uprights, braces, poles, or other similar structural components when utilizing earth, rock. the ground or any foundation set in the ground as a primary supportive base, which does not exceed 20 feet in height. 0. Future Tenant Identification Sign: A temporary sign which identifies a future use of a site or building. P. Grand Opening: That promotional activity used by newly established businesses, within thirty (30) days after occupancy, to inform the public of their location and contribution to the community. Grand Opening does not mean an annual or occasional promotion of retail sales by a business. -4- Q. Height of a Sign: The greatest vertical distance measured from the grade at the point the sign supports intersect the ground and any accompanying architectural features of the sign. However, if the sign is constructed upon an artificial berm, the height of the sign, as measured from the toe of slope or berm, shall not exceed 150 per cent of the maximum height allowed by this Ordinance. R. Inoperative Activity: A business or activity that has ceased operation at any given location for a period of at least 30 days. S. Interior Sign: A sign inside of any business that cannot be seen from outside the building in which the business is located. T. Monument Sign: A low profile, less than 8 ft. in height, freestanding sign incorporating the design and building materials accenting the architectural theme of the buildings on the same property. U. Non-conforming Sign: A sign that does not comply with the provisions of this Ordinance. V. Off-site Sign: A sign which advertises or directs attention to products or activities that are not provided on the site upon which the sign is located. W. Off-site Subdivision Sign: A sign in accordance with this Ordinance, which directs traffic to a subdivision within the City of Grand Terrace. X. On-site Subdivision Sign: A sign which identifies the subdivision upon which the sign is located. Y. Pedestrian Traffic Sign: A sign subject to the size limi- tations listed in this Ordinance which is other than the main business identifi- cation sign, and which is oriented to pedestrian traffic. Such sign shall not include any advertising information. -5- Z. Political Sign: A sign erected prior to an election to advertise or identify a candidate, campaign issue, election proposition, or other related matters. AA. Portable Sign: A sign not designed to be permanently attached to a structure or to the ground. BB. Real Estate Sign: A temporary sign advertising the sale, lease, or rent of the property upon which it is located, and the identifica- tion of the firm handling such sale, lease, or rent. CC. Revolving Sign: A sign which all or a portion of may rotate either on an intermittent or constant basis. DD. Roof Sign: A sign erected, constructed, or placed upon or over a roof or parapet of a building and which is wholly or partly supported by such buildings. EE. Roof: The external upper covering of a building or structure. FF. Sign: Any card, cloth, paper, metal , or painted character visible from outside of a structure for advertising purposes; mounted to the ground or any tree, wall , bush, rock, fence, or structures, either privately or publicly owned. Sign shall mean any graphic announcement, declaration, demonstration, display, illustration, or insignia used to advertise or promote the interest of any person when the same is placed out-of-doors in view of the general public. This definition shall not include the display of the American Flag or the Flag of the State of California. GG. Special Event Sign: A temporary sign which advertises special events and activities such as grand openings, charitable events, Christmas trees. Such signs are limited to the provisions listed in the Ordinance. -6- HH. Temporary Sign: A sign erected for a temporary purpose attracting attention to an activity as provided for within this Ordinance. II. Wall Sign: A sign attached to or erected against the wall of a building or structure with the exposed face of the sign parallel to the plane of said wall . JJ. Window Sign: A sign painted, attached, glued, or other- wise affixed to a window, or otherwise easily visible from the exterior of the building. KK. Vehicle Sign: A sign which is attached to a vehicle and placed on any property so as to attract attention to a product, activity or business which is in addition to the main business identification sign. ARTICLE II soft ADMINISTRATION SECTION 1 . Building and Safety Review Required: Building and Safety Review shall be required prior to the placing, erecting, moving or reconstructing of any sign in the City, unless expressly exempted by this Ordinance. Signs requiring Building and Safety Review shall comply with the provisions of this Ordinance and all other applicable laws and ordinances. SECTION 2. Method of Application: An application for Building and Safety Review shall be made on forms as prescribed by the Director of Building and Safety. Such an application shall be filed with the Director of Building and Safety with applicable plans as set forth by the Director. Said application shall be accompanied by any fees or bonds as specified by City Council Resolution. -7- SECTION 3. Method of Review: The purpose of Building and Safety Review is to help insure compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance. After receipt of a sign application, the Director of Building and Safety or a designated representative shall render a decision to approve, approve with modification, or deny such sign request within ten (10) working days. Such a review shall insure that any sign proposal is in conformance with this Ordinance and is consistent with its intent and purpose. ARTICLE III ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION SECTION 1 . Director of Building and Safety: It shall be the duty of the Director of Building and Safety to enforce all provisions of this Ordinance. The Director of Building and Safety has the authority under this Ordinance to designate a representative of the Department to implement the provisions of this Sign Ordinance. SECTION 2. Interpretation: The provisions of this Ordinance are not intended to abrogate any easements, covenants or other existing agreetments which are more restrictive than the provisions of this Ordinance. Whenever the application of this Ordinance is uncertain due to ambiguity of its provisions, the question shall be referred to the Planning Commission for determination. The Planning Commission shall then authorize signing which best fulfills the intent of this Ordinance. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by -8- any court of proper jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such holdings shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions hereof. SECTION 3. Variances: Applications for a variance from the terms of this Ordinance shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission according to the variance procedures as set forth in the Zoning Ordinance. SECTION 4. Appeal : A decision of the Director of Building and Safety may be appealed within ten (10) days of such decision to the Planning Commission. Such appeal shall be made on the forms prescribed by the Division of Building and Safety, and fees paid in accordance with the fee resolution. The submission of the application and fees shall constitute the filing of the appeal . The Planning Commission shall review such appeal at a regularly scheduled meeting according to the schedule of meetings and deadlines for submission of applications. The Commission shall either uphold, reverse, or modify the Director's decision. If anyone is aggrieved or affected by the decision of the Planning Commission, they may then appeal such decision to the City Council within ten (10) days from the decision of the Planning Commission. The appeal shall be submitted in accordance with the above appeal provisions. The City Council shall review such appeal and either uphold, reverse, or modify the Commission decision. ARTICLE IV GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION 1 . Exempt Signs: The following signs shall be exempt from the application, permit, and fee requirements of this Ordinance. An electrical or building permit may, however, be required: -9- A. Permanent window signs not exceeding three (3) square feet and limited to business identification, hours of operation, address and emergency information only. B. Real estate signs for residential sales not exceeding four (4) square feet in area or five (5) feet in height, provided it is unlit and is removed within fifteen (15) days after the close of escrow or the rental or lease has been accomplished. C. Contractor of Construction Sign: One (1 ) directory sign shall be permitted on the construction site for all contractors (may include bank, realtors, subcontractors, etc. ) not exceeding thirty-two (32) square feet unless legally required by government contracts to be larger. No sign shall exceed eight (8) feet in overall height and shall be located no less than ten (10) feet from any property line. Such sign shall be removed upon the completion of the project. D. Future Tenant Identification Sign: Future tenant identification signs may be placed on vacant or developing property to advertise the future use of the property and where this information may be obtained. Such sign shall be limited to one (1 ) per parcel and to a maximum of thirty- two (32) square feet in area and eight (8) feet in overall height. Further, such signs shall be placed no less than ten (10) feet from any property line. Any such sign shall be removed upon completion of such project. E. Real Estate Signs for Sale of Industrial or Commercial Property: One (1 ) sign per street frontage not to exceed thirty-two (32) square feet in area to advertise the sale, lease, or rent of such property. No such sign shall exceed eight (8) feet in overall height and shall not be located closer than ten (10) feet from any property line. Where a property has in excess of 600 lineal feet of frontage, an additional sign for every 600 -10- lineal feet is allowed. F. Interior signs within a structure not visible from offsite or from outside of building. G. Memorial tablets, plaques, or directional signs for community historical resources, installed by a recognized historical society or civic organization. H. Convenience signs not exceeding two (2) square feet in area. I . Residential building identification signs, other than street numbers used to identify individual residences and not exceeding two (2) square feet. J. Official and legal notices issued by the court, public body, person, or officer in performance of his public duty or giving any legal notice. K. Directional , warning, or informational signs or structures required or authorized by law or by Federal , State, County, or City authority. L. Official flags of the United States of America, the State of California, other states of the United States of America, counties, munici- palities, and other nations; flags of internationally and nationally recog- nized organizations. M. Signs of public utility companies indicating danger or which serve as an aid to public safety, or which show locations of underground facilities or public telephones. N. Safety signs on construction sites. 0. Time and temperature signs that convey time and temperature only and not exceeding twelve (12) square feet nor eight (8) feet in height. SECTION 2. Prohibited Signs: All signs not expressly permitted are prohibited in all zones, including, but not limited to, the following: -11- A. Roof signs. B. Flashing signs (except in time and temperature signs) . C. Animated signs. D. Revolving signs. E. Vehicle signs (when used on property to identify a business) . F. Portable signs (except where permitted in this Ordinance) . G. Off-site signs (except temporary subdivision directional signs as provided for in this Ordinance) . H. Signs on the public right-of-way (except where required by a governmental agency) . I. Signs blocking doors or fire excapes) . J. Light bulb strings and exposed tubing (except for temporary uses such as Christmas tree lots) . K. Banners, flags, pennants and balloons (except for special events as provided for in this Ordinance) . L. Advertising structures (except as otherwise permitted in this Ordinance) . SECTION 3. Signs Relating to Inoperative Activities: Signs pertaining to activities or businesses which are no longer in operation shall be removed from the premises or the sign copy shall be removed or obliterated within sixty (60) days after the premises have been vacated. Any such sign not removed within the specified time shall constitute a nuisance and shall be subject to removal under the provisions of this Ordinance. SECTION 4. Enforcement, Legal Procedures, and Penalties: Enforce- ment, legal procedures, and penalties shall be in accordance with the enforce- ment procedures established by the Zoning Ordinance. The owner shall be notified -12- to abate illegal signs by the City Environmentalist, Failure to comply will result in issuance of a citation for zoning violation and will be enforced as such. Additionally, illegal signs within the public right-of- way may be summarily abated by the City and held, pending notification of the owner by the City. The owner may obtain said sign from the City upon payment to the City of any storage and removal charge that may have been incurred by the City. SECTION 5. Construction and Maintenance: A. Construction: 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, B. Maintenance: Every sign and all parts, portions, and materials shall be maintained and kept in proper repair. The display surface of all signs shall be kept clean, neatly painted, and free from rust and corrosion. Any cracked, broken surfaces, malfunctioning lights, missing sign copy, or other unmaintained or damaged portion of a sign will be repaired or replaced within thirty (30) days following notification by the City. Non- compliance with such a request will constitute a zoning violation and will be enforced as such. ARTICLE V SIGN REGULATIONS SECTION 1 . Sign permits may be issued for signs included under this section, provided the signs are in compliance with all other applicable laws and ordinances. SECTION 2. Signs Permitted in all Zoning Districts: The following signs may be permitted in any zoning district subject to the provisions listed: -13- A. Convenience Signs: On-site signs which are necessary for public convenience or safety, but which are not exempt, may be approved by the Director of Building and Safety or his deignee. Signs containing informa- tion such as "entrance", "exit", or direction arrows shall be designed to be viewed from on-site or from an area adjacent to the site by pedestrians or motorists while parking their automobile. Signs that convey advertising, products, or business identification shall not be considered a convenience sign. B. Political Signs: Political signs having to do with any issue, ballot measure, or candidate in any municipal , State, or Federal election, or political statements and expressions shall be permitted subject to the following provisions and any other applicable provisions within this Ordinance. 1 . Any person, party, or group posting political signs in the City shall abide by the provisions herein set forth. 2. All political signs shall be placed no earlier than thirty (30) days prior to the election and shall be removed not later than ten (10) days following the date of the election. 3. A political sign shall not exceed sixteen (16) square feet in total area for one side. No signs shall be placed in a manner that would obstruct visability of pedestrian or vehicle traffic. 4. All political signs shall not exceed an overall height of six (6) feet from the finished grade. 5. No political signs shall be lighted either directly or indirectly. 6. No political sign shall be placed or fixed to a tree, fence, or utility pole and shall not be posted on any public property or in the public right-of-way. -14- 7. No political sign shall be posted in violation of any provisions of this Ordinance. Further, the Director of Building and Safety or his designee shall have the right to remove all signs placed contrary to the provisions of this section. 8. A City Permit must be issued for all political signs (candidates or issues) . To erect signs, persons or parties must file sign location plans with the City within three (3) days after erection. A permit fee of $10.00 (non-returnable) and a deposit of $3.00 per sign for the first five (5) signs and $1 .00 for each additional sign (refundable upon evidence of removal ) . Each sign must be identifiable as to group or person placing said sign. C. Special Event Signs; Special event signs may be approved for a limited period of time as a means of publicizing special events, such as grand opening, new management, inventory sale for public or charitable events, and Christmas tree lots. To apply for approval of special event signs, the applicant shall submit a letter to the Director of Building and Safety which describes the proposed sign by means of a sketch and the display dates. The Director of Building and Safety shall review the request within ten (10) working days after receipt and shall make a determination to approve, approve with modification, or deny the request. Such special event signs shall be limited to the following provisions; 1 . No more than one special event sign shall be permitted per activity and shall be either a wall , window, or ground sign with the use of flags, banners, and pennants. 2. All special event signs shall be a maximum of thirty- two (32) square feet and shall be posted below the roof or shall be no higher than eight (8) feet in the case of a ground sign. -15- 3. Special event signs shall be limited to forty-five (45) days per calendar year, D. On-site Subdivision Signs: 1 . One (1 ) temporary on-site subdivision sign, not to exceed sixty-four (64) square feet total for two (2) sides, or thirty-two (32) square feet for one (1 ) side, and a total overall height of fifteen (15) feet may be permitted on each main street frontage of the property being subdivided, not to exceed two (2) signs for all phases of any subdivision (interior streets of the subdivision are not recognized as main street frontage) , 2. Such sign shall be for the identification of a subdivision, price information, and the developer's name, address, and telephone number. 3. Such signs shall be removed within ten (10) days from the date of the final sale of the land and/or residences or within twelve (12) months, whichever comes first. Extensions of the twelve (12) months time can be approved by the Director of Building and Safety in cases of hardship. 4. Signs shall be maintained in good repair at all times. 5. A cash deposit of $500 per sign shall be deposited with the sign application to ensure compliance with the Ordinance and removal of such sign. Said deposit shall be refunded to the applicant upon sign removal by the applicant. If the City is forced to remove any sign, then the cost of removal shall be deducted from deposit. E. Off-site Subdivision Directional Sign: 1 . A maximum of six (6) signs may be used to lead customers to the site. 2. Signs shall be no larger than 48" X 9" and shall be grouped on a two (2) sided sign structure as shown in Exhibit "A". Such -16- structure shall contain no more than seven (7) tract identifications. 3, A sign structure shall be located not less than 600 feet from an existing or previously approved sign site. Further, each sign may only contain the name of the subdivision and a directional arrow as shown on Exhibit "B". 4. The placement of each sign structure shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Building and Safety. 5. All signs are to be placed on private property with written consent of the property owner obtained and filed with the Department of Building and Safety prior to issuance of permit. 6. A sign location plan shall be prepared showing the site of each directional sign and shall be submitted to the Department of Building and Safety prior to the issuance of a sign permit. MW 7. Any such sign approved for a particular subdivision within the City shall not be changed to advertise another subdivision without prior approval of the Director of Building and Safety. 8. There shall be no additions, tag signs, streamers, devices, display board, or appurtenances added to the sign as originally approved. Further, no other directional signing may be used such as posters or trailer signs. 9, All non-conforming subdivision directional signs associated with the subdivision in question must be removed prior to the issuance of a new sign permit. 10. No subdivision signs shall be erected advertising tracts located outside the City limits. 11 . A $500 cash deposit shall be placed with the City to ensure compliance with the Ordinance. Any sign placed contrary to the provisions -17- of this Ordinance may be removed by the City and the cost of removal shall be deducted from said deposit. Additional costs incurred by the City resulting MON from the removal of illegal signs shall be charged to the developer. 12. Said sign shall be allowed until subdivision is sold out or for a period of twelve (12) months, whichever comes first. Extensions of this twelve (12) month time limit can be approved by the Director of Building and Safety in cases of hardships. EXHIBIT "A" I I B' j EXHIBIT "B" SHADOW RUN Cd -18- ARTICLE V SECTION 3 SIGNS PERMITTED IN THE AGRICULTURAL ZONES CLASS SIGN MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM REMARKS TYPE NUMBER SIGN AREA HEIGHT A. Business Wall or One per street 25 square Below roofline 1 . Shall identify only the address Identification ground frontage, a feet. for wall signs and the agricultural product sign. maximum of two and 4 feet for a grown on the premises , services per parcel . ground sign. provided, or owner 2. Unilluminated. B. Name Plate. Wall . One per parcel 2 square Below roofline. 1 • Shall identify the name and/or or building. feet. address of the occupant. J ARTICLE V SECTION 4. SIGNS PERMITTED IN THE SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONES CLASS SIGN MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM REMARKS TYPE NUMBER SIGN AREA HEIGHT A. Name Plate Wall One per parcel 2 square Below roofline Shall identify the name feet of the occupant. B. Institutional signs. Wall One per use 20 square ft. Below roofline Name of institution only. and Monument One per use 24 square ft. 6 feet from fin- 1 . To identify the institution, and sign ished grade 2. can incorporate changeable copy to indicate special events and time of services. 0 C. Neighborhood Wall or Two per 24 square 6 feet for wall I . Copy shall be limited to the identification monument development feet sign and 4 feet name and address of development. for monument sign. 2. Allowed only if home owners association exists and will assume maintenance responsibility 3. Maintenance is the responsibility of the appropriate community association. D. School identi- Wall One per use 20 square Below roofline Name and address of school only. fication. and feet freestand- One per use Up to ,13 feet 1 . To be located no closer than ing sign. from finished 5 feet from the property line. grade. 2. To identify the school and to display activities and special events with changeable copy. rol I" ARTICLE V SECTION 5. SIGNS PERMITTED IN MULTI-FAMILY ZONES CLASS SIGN MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM REMARKS TYPE NUMBER SIGN AREA HEIGHT A. Apartment Wall or One per street 12 square A wall sign shall I . Signs shall harmonize with identification monument frontage with a feet not project above the scale and design of the (12 units or maximum of two the roofline and development. less) . per development. in no case shall 2. Indirect lighting only. exceed 20 feet 3. Monument signs shall be placed above finished no closer than 5 feet to the grade, and a property line. monument sign shall not exceed 6 feet in height. J B. Apartment Wall or One per street 24 square A wall sign shall 1 . Signs shall harmonize with the identification monument frontage with a feet. not project above scale and design of the (more than 12 maximum of two the roofline and development. units) . per development. in no case shall 2. Indirect lighting only. exceed 20 feet 3. Monument signs shall be placed above finished no closer than 5 feet to the grade, and a property line. monument sign shal not exceed 6 feet in height. ARTICLE V SECTION 6. SIGNS PERMITTED IN THE COMMERCIAL ZONES CLASS SIGN MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM REMARKS TYPE NUMBER SIGN AREA HEIGHT A. Business identi Wall One per street 10% of the Not to project 1 . A combination of monument and fication (indi- frontage and/or building faCE above the roof and wall signs may be used, however, vidual parcels main parking lot, not to exceet in no case be only a maximum of 3 signs may and buildings) . and a maximum of 150 square higher than 20 be used. three (3) per feet. feet from finished 2. Wall signs and monument signs business. grade. shall be architectually Monument One per street 24 square Up to 8 feet. designed to be compatible with frontage, a maxi- feet. development. mum of two (2) 3. Monument signs shall be placed per business. entirely on the subject property and shall not overhang onto adjoining private or N public property. N ' B. Business identi- Wall One per business 10% of the Not to project 1 . Wall signs are limited to busi- fication (multi- frontage and/or building above the roof and ness identification only. ple retail main parking lot, face, not to in no case be 2. Monument signs may contain the tenants and a maximum of 3 exceed 150 higher than 20 theme name of the center and/or shopping centers) and for any one square feet. feet from finished major tenant identification. business. grade. 3. All shopping centers shall develop a coordinated sign pro- Monument One per street 24 square Up to 8 feet. gram for all tenants and uses. (Shopping frontage, not to feet. Centers exceed two (2) per Only) development. r19 ARTICLE V SECTION 6. SIGNS PERMITTED IN THE COMMERCIAL ZONES (Continued) CLASS SIGN MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM REMARKS TYPE NUMBER SIGN AREA HEIGHT C. Business Wall Two (2) per 10% of the Not to project identification building face of the above the roof 1 . Wall signs shall be limited (multiple structure nor be higher professional where sign i than 20 feet to building identification tenants) . to be placed above finished only, no tenant identification. not to grade. 2. Monument signs shall be limited exceed 150 to identifying the name of square feet. the professional complex. 3. Directory signs shall be placed and on the wall at main entrance and shall be limited to listing Monument One (1 ) per 24 square Up to 3 feet. the tenants name and suite complex/property. feet. number. N W and Directory Three (3) per 12 square Not to exceed building feet 3 feet above finished grade. D. I . Service Monument One per street 24 square Up to 8 feet. The monument sign shall be designed Station Identi- frontage, not to feet for the to include the identification of fication and exceed a total of I . D. sign, the station and gasoline prices. Pricing, four per station. 12 square No other price signs are allowed. feet for Prices must be posted. rice sign . 2. Special Wall or One for each pump 2 square If mounted on a Special service signs shall be Service ground island, not to feet. wall or pole of th limited to advertising special Signs. exceed a total of canopy, it shall b sales or services. four per station. no higher than 8 feet. Ground sign shall not exceed 3 feet in height. ARTICLE V SECTION 6. SIGNS PERMITTED IN COMMERCIAL ZONES (Continued) CLASS SIGN MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM REMARKS TYPE NUMBER SIGN AREA HEIGHT D. (Continued) 3. Special Window or Two (2) per 6 square A ground sign Special advertisement shall be Advertise- ground station. feet. shall not exceed limited to advertising special ment. 6 feet in height, sales or services. a window sign shall not exceed 6 feet in height. E. Pedestrian Wall , One per business 6 square Not to exceed 6 Such sign shall contain only the Traffic Signs. window, feet. feet above identification of the business canopy. finished grade. for pedestrian traffic and allowed only where the Building & Safety Department finds such signs are necessary for said purpose. F. Temporary Signs. Window 5% of the window 5% of the Not to exceed 6 Such signs shall be limited to area. window area. feet above finishe temporary messages such as grade. sales. No business identification is permitted in this category. G. Regional The Provis ons for this kind of signing shill be developed as the need arises. Shopping Center. ARTICLE V SECTION 7. SIGNS PERMITTED IN THE INDUSTRIAL ZONES CLASS SIGN MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM REMARKS TYPE NUMBER SIGN AREA HEIGHT A. Business Wall One (1 ) perstreel, 10% of the Not to project Identification frontage and/or building above the rooflinE 1 . Wall signs shall be limited (single tenant, main parking lot, face, not or parapet of the to identification of single parcel ) . not to exceed to exceed roof, and in no business and address. two (2) per 150 square case be higher 2. A combination of wall and and business. feet. than 20 feet above monument signs may be used; finished grade. however, such signs shall Monument One (1 ) perstreet 24 square Up to 8 feet. - not exceed three (3) per frontage, not to feet. business. exceed two (2) per business. U' B. Business Wall One (1 ) perstree 10% of the Not to project 1 . Wall signs shall identify the Identification or parking area building above the roofline individual businesses and be (multi-tenant frontage, not to face, not and in no case located at the main pedestrian sites) . exceed two (2) to exceed exceed 20 feet. entrance or parking area. per business. 150 square 2. The business director monument and feet. sign shall list only the Monument One (1 ) perstreet 36 square Up to 8 feet address and names of the (Business frontage or feet. onsite activities. directory) parking area, not 3. The business directory monument to exceed two (2) sign shall be located either per development, adjacent to the parking area or or the main entrance to the Monument One (1 ) perstreet 24 square Up to 8 feet, development. frontage or feet. 4. A monument identification sign parking area not may be permitted in lieu of to exceed two (2) the directory sign to identify per development, the development. ARTICLE VI DESIGN STANDARD SECTION 1 . The following Design Standards shall be adhered to for all signing: A. Architectural Style: Each sign shall be designed with the intent and purpose to relate to the architectural style of the main building or buildings upon the site, and to the extent not inconsistent with such style, that the sign will be compatible with the style or character of existing improvements upon lots adjacent to the site. Signs located on commercial sites, but in a predominantly residential area, shall consider compatibility with such residential area. B. Relationship to Buildings: Signs located upon a lot with only one main building housing the enterprise which the sign identifies shall be designed to incorporate at least one of the predominantly visual elements of such building, such as type .of construction materials, color, or other design detail . Each sign located upon a lot with more than one main building, such as a shopping center or other commercial or industrial area developed in accordance with a common development plan, shall be designed to incorporate at least one of such predominantly visual design elements common or similar to all such buildings or the buildings occupied by the "main tenants" or principal enterprises. The Director of Building and Safety may condition his approval of a sign to require more than one such visual element to be incorporated into the design of the sign where such element or elements is/are necessary to _ achieve significant visual relationship between the sign and the building or buildings. -26- C. Relationship to Other Signs; Where there is more than one monument sign located upon a lot, all such signs shall have designs which are well related to each other by the simlar treatment or incorporation of not less than four of the following six design elements: 1 . Type of construction materials as used in the several sign components, such as cabinet, sign copy, supports. 2. Letter style of sign copy. 3. Illumination. 4. Type or method used for supports, uprights, or struc- ture on which sign is supported. 5. Sign cabinet or other configuration of sign area. 6. Shape of entire sign and its several components, D. Sign Dimensions: The dimensions of the sign cabinet, if any, or other configuration of the dimensions of the sign area of each sign shall be proportional to and visually balanced with the size of the building. E. Landscaping: Each monument sign shall be located in a planted landscaped area which is of a shape, design, and size (equal to at least the sign area) that will provide a compatible setting and ground defini- tion to the sign. The planted landscaped area shall be maintained on a reasona- ble and regular basis. F. Illumination and Motion: Monument signs shall be non-moving- stationary structures (in all components) and illumination, if any,, shall be maintained by artificial light which is stationary and constant in intensity and color at all times (non-flashing) . G. Sign Copy: Sign copy shall include minimal information only. The use of subordinate information such as telephone numbers, lists of -27- products, pictures of products, etc, are discouraged, The name of the use or business shall be the dominant message on the sign. ARTICLE VII NONCONFORMING SIGNS SECTION 1 . Intent: It is the intent of this section to recognize that the eventual elimination of existing signs that are not in conformity with the provisions of this Ordinance is as important as is the prohibition of new signs that would violate these regulations. SECTION 2. General Requirements; A. A nonconforming sign may not be: 1 . Changed to another nonconforming sign nor have its copy changed or altered (except billboards) . 2. Structurally altered to extend its useful life. 3. Expanded. 4. Re-established after a business has been discontinued for sixty (60) days. 5. Re-established after damage or destruction of more than 50% of its value, as determined by the Building Official . B. No new sign shall be approved for a site, structure, building, or use that contains nonconforming signs unless said nonconforming signs are removed or modified to conform with the provisions of this Ordinance. SECTION 3. Amortization Requirements: Every sign or advertising structure which does not comply with the provisions of this Ordinance shall be amortized in accordance with the following schedule: VALUE TIME PERIOD Signs under $250 180 days " $250 - $500 1 112 years $500 - $1 ,000 2 years " over $1 ,000 5 years -28- The value of a nonconforming sign shall be determined by the Building Official in accordance with the latest material valuation schedules. Time periods for amortization of nonconforming signs shall begin from the effective date of the Ordinance. Any sign which becomes nonconforming, either by reason of amendment to this Ordinance or by annexation to the City, shall also be subject to the provisions of this Ordinance. The period of time in which such sign must be abated shall commence upon the effective date of such amendment or annexation. SECTION 4. Historical Signs: Signs which have historical signifi- cance to community, but do not conform to the provisions of this Ordinance, may be allowed to remain provided that the Planning Commission makes the following findings: A. The sign has historical significance for the community. B. The sign does not create nor cause a traffic hazard. C. The sign does not create a visual nuisance to the character of the community. I I D. The sign is properly maintained and structurally sound. E. The sign does not adversely affect adjacent properties. ARTICLE VIII SECTION 1 . The following sections of the San Bernardino County Code dealing specifically with sign regulations and which were adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace by reference under Ordinance No. 1 are hereby repealed: 61 .022, 61 .024A(a) (5)(L) , 61 ,0209b)(7) , 61 .0240(a)(3)(_B) ,61 .024E(a)(4)(H) , 61 .024E(d) , 61 .024F(d) , 61 .025A(b)(17) , 61 .025B(b)(11 ) , 61 .026(f) , 61 .026A(c)(3) , 61 .027A(1 ) (1 ) (E) , 61 .027B(b) (2)(I) , 61 .027C(b)(2)(A,K) , 61 .027C(M) , 61 .028(b)(3) , 61 .029B(c)(5) , 61 .029C(1 ) , 61 .0214A(d) , and 61 .0219(j) . -29- ARTICLE IX SECTION 1 . The City Clerk shall cause this Ordinance to be posted within fifteen (15) days after its adoption in three (3) public places within said City. SECTION 2. First read at a regular meeting of the City Council of said City held on the 18th. day of October, 1979, and finally adopted and ordered posted at a regular meeting of said City Council on the 1st day of November, 1979. WW Mayor&bf the City of Grand Terrace and of the City Council thereof. ATTEST: *SCityrk ff the City of Grand Terrace and of the City Council thereof. (SEAL) Approved as to form: r City Attorney V I L -30- STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO ) ss. CITY OF GRAND TERRACE ) I, SETH ARMSTEAD, City Clerk of the City of Grand Terrace, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Ordinance was duly adopted by the City Council of said City at the organization meeting of the City Council held on the 1st day of November , 1979, and that it was so adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Tillinghast, Erway, Allen, Grant; Mayor Petta. NOES: None ABSENT: None City Clerk of the City of Grand Terrace and of the City Council thereof. (SEAL) El' STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO ) ss. CITY OF GRAND TERRACE ) I , SETH ARMSTEAD, City Clerk of the City of Grand Terrace, DO HEREBY CERTIFY, that the above and foregoing is a full , true and correct copy of Ordinance No. 27 of said City Council and that the same has not been amended or repealed. DATED: November 1 , 1979 City Clerk of the City of Grand Terrace and of the City Council thereof. (SEAL)