Sign Ordinance Update
City staff is proposing an update to the sign ordinance which is currently scheduled for consideration by Planning Commission and City Council this fall. This page includes information and opportunities for community engagement.
Page updated on June 26, 2024 at 3:05 PM
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Why update the sign ordinance?
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Improve organization, readability, and consistency.
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Staff has identified a potential need for additional regulatory flexibility for digital, A-frame, murals, temporary, and monument/freestanding signs.
Community Engagement Opportunities
Wednesday, April 17, 7 p.m. - Board of Architectural Review
- City Hall, 301 King Street, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor
- Staff will provide an informational update to the Board of Architectural Review
Thursday, April 4, 7 p.m. - Planning Commission Work Session
- City Hall, 301 King Street, Council Chambers, 2nd floor
- Staff will present draft recommendations and present community input. Planning Commission will discuss and refine to draft recommendations.
Monday, April 1, 6 p.m. - Community Meeting (Hybrid)
- Staff will introduced the sign ordinance update and gathered input from meeting attendees. The presentation included an overview of existing sign regulations and potential changes. Topics of discussion included digital signs, illuminated signs above 35 feet, painted wall signs/murals, temporary signs, A-frame signs, and freestanding signs; and potential reorganization of sign regulations and updates to increase consistency and clarity.
Questions?
Contact Rachel Drescher, Urban Planner, 703.746.4333