Prohibited signs
(a) Billboards shall not be constructed, posted or erected in any zone.
(b) Flashing signs, signs with an intermittent or flashing light source, signs containing moving parts, and signs containing reflective elements which sparkle or twinkle in the sunlight are not permitted.
(c) Electronic message center, a variable message sign that utilizes computer-generated messages or some other electronic means of changing copy. These signs include displays using incandescent lamps, LEDs, LCDs, or a flipper matrix.
(d) Temporary inflatable signs or inflatable objects displayed as a form of advertising.
(e) Any sign advertising or identifying a business or organization which is either defunct or no longer located on the premises are not permitted. In such instances, the signs must be physically removed, not just covered over, within 30 days of the business or organization closing or moving. Exceptions are granted to landmark signs which may be preserved and maintained even if they no longer pertain to the present use of the premises.
(f) With the exception of traffic, regulatory, or informational signs, signs shall not use the words "stop", "caution", or "danger"; shall not incorporate red, amber, green, or blue lights resembling traffic signals or emergency vehicles; and/or shall not resemble "stop" or "yield" signs in shape or color.
(g) Portable signs Type (a) as defined in article I are not permitted which are signs mounted on chassis and wheels or sail flag banners that are ground mounted.
(h) Any off-premises sign is not permitted, except open house real estate signs [see subsection 28-377(4)b].
(i) Signs which are affixed to, or painted on, any parked vehicle which is not registered or not roadworthy are not permitted.
(j) In the historic district, signs which advertise products for sale within a premises which are not part of a sign that is permanently affixed to a window or wall are not permitted except A-frame signs per section 28-374.
(k) Motor vehicle signs.
(Amend. of 1-27-21)
Editor's note— See editor's note for § 28-374.