Statement of purposes

The Town of Tiverton wishes to regulate signs within its jurisdictional boundaries under its zoning powers to accomplish the following:

• • a. To promote the general business interests of the community by maintaining the visual quality of the town.

  • b. To preserve and enhance the value of commercial and residential buildings in the area by creating a visually harmonious environment.

  • c. To permit appropriate commercial signage that adequately identifies legal on-premises business enterprises.

  • d. To promote the general health, safety, and welfare by removing signs not used to identify legitimate business locations.

  • e. To protect the public investment in the safety and appearance of streets and highways.

  • f. To further the objectives of the comprehensive community plan.

(Ord. of 9-25-06(1))