Purpose

The purpose of this article is to promote and protect the public health, welfare and safety by regulating the use of existing and proposed outdoor signs, signs visible from the outside and other advertising devices. This article is intended to enhance and protect the physical appearance and natural beauty of the community, protect property values and contribute to an attractive business climate by allowing sufficient freedom to identify and promote the availability of goods and services. It is further intended to promote and protect public safety by reducing sign and advertising distractions, obstructions and hazards that may contribute to traffic accidents or personal injury.

(Ord. No. 94-14, § 1, 8-15-1994)