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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-01-2009 Special * - ' * CITY OF PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE WASHINGTON SEPTEMBER 1, 2009 SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER - 6:15 PM, COUNCIL CHAMBERS II. ACTION A. Ordinance No. 6263 (Snyder/Andersen) Summary: Amendments to ACC 18.56 (Signs) for temporary and portable signs. II1. ADJOURNMENT . ~ CITY OF, ` AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM WASHINGTON Agenda Subject: Ordinance No. 6263 - Amendments to ACC 18.56 Date: August 27, 2009 (Signs) for temporary and portable signs Department: Attachments: Ordinance No. 6263 Budget Impact: N/A Plannin , Buildin & Communit Administrative Recommendation: Planning Commission recommends approval of amendments to ACC 18.56 (Signs) as contained in Ordinance No. 6263 Background Summary: Chapter 18.56 (Signs) of the Auburn City Code (ACC) contains regulations and standards for the use of different types of signage on private properties and publicly owned land within the municipal limits of the City of Auburn. The Auburn City Council has previously passed ordinances establishing and amending ACC 18.56 (Signs) inclusive of Ordinance No. 4229 in 1987, Ordinance No. 4705 in 1994, Ordinance No. 5993 in 2006 and Ordinarrce No. 6166 in 2008. The Auburn Planning, Building and Community Department and the Mayor's Office have received numerous requests from local businesses for increased regulatory allowances for portable and temporary signs to help stimulate local business activities during the current significant economic downturn. Planning, Building and Community Department staff met with the City of Auburn Planning and Community Development Committee on July 27, 2009 and the Planning Commission on August 4, 2009 to discuss issues and ideas for possible amendments to Chapter 18.56 in response to these requests. Following these meetings, City staff prepared draft amendments to ACC 18.56 (Signs) addressing potential additional flexibility for portable signs, temporary signs (i.e. special event signs and banners) and off-site directional signs. The Planning Commission conducted a duly advertised public hearing on August 25, 2009 on proposed amendments to ACC 18.56 (Signs). Following the close of the public hearing, the Commission deliberated and on a positive unanimous motion recommended City Council adoption of the proposed amendments. As part of its motion, the Committee recommended that the proposed amendments be valid for a one year period from the effective date of the adopting ordinance with the opportunity for two additional six-month effectiveness extensions. The Committee further recommended that prior City authorization be required for the placement of temporary or portable or off-site directional signs in the public rights-of-way. Following action by the Committee, Ordinance No. 6263 is scheduled for review by the Public Works and Finance Committees and for possible City Council adoption on Tuesday, September 8, 2009. Reviewed by Council & Committees: I Reviewed by Departments & Divisions: ❑ Arts Commission COUNCIL COMMITTEES:' ❑ Building ❑ M&O ❑ Airport ❑ Finance , ❑ Cemetery ❑ Mayor ❑ Hearing Examiner ❑ Municipal Serv. , ❑ Finance ❑ Parks ❑ Human Services ❑ Planning & CD ❑ Fire ~ Planning ❑ Park Board ❑Public Works ! Z Legal ❑ Police 0 Planning Comm. ❑ Other ❑ Public Works ❑ Human Resources ❑ Information Services Action: Committee Approval: ❑Yes ❑No Council Approval: ❑Yes ❑No Call for Public Hearing Referred to Until Tabled Until Councilmember: Norman Staff: Sn der/Andersen Meetin Date: September 1, 2009 Item Number: II.A AU$[,jRN * hr10R£ THAN YOU ltv1AGINED ORDINANCE NO. 6 2 6 3 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AMENDING CHAPTER 18.56 OF THE AUBURN CITY CODE RELATING TO TEMPORARY SIGNS WHEREAS, Auburn City Code Chapter 18.56 governs the placement of signs in the City, including portable and temporary signs; and WHEREAS, the City of Auburn has received numerous requests from local businesses for increased regulatory allowances for the use of portable and temporary signs to help stimulate local business activity; and WHEREAS, on August 25, 2009, the City of Auburn Planning Commission held a public hearing on the increased use of portable and temporary signs in the City, and recommended to the City Council that such an increase be allowed; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended a one year time period for such increased use with the possibility of up to two extension of six months, should economic conditions warrant; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that under the current economic conditions, it is in the best interest of the City to allow local businesses to increase their use of portable and temporary signs for a limited time period, NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN as follows: Section 1. Amendment to Citv Code. That, from the effective date of this Ordinance, through September 15, 2010 Section 18.56.010 of the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows: Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 1 of 26 18.56.010 Intent. The overall purpose of this chapter is to enhance and maintain the aesthetic character, to promote the public health, safety and general welfare, and to increase the effectiveness of visual communication in the city. This chapter is also intended to avoid visual clutter that may adversely impact traffic and pedestrian safety, or be adverse to property values, business opportunities and the city's appearance and to prevent and abate public nuisances. The purpose of this chapter is implemented by controlling the construction, location, use and maintenance of all signs and sign structures. It is also the intent of this chapter to afford noncommercial speech the same or greater protection afforded commercial speech and to not regulate noncommercial speech to a stricter standard than commercial speech. This chapter is further intended to support local businesses in the Citv and the ~ Citv's overall economv bv providing additional and increased opportunities for the use and siting of temporarv and portabie signa_qe subject to conditions, includinq but not limited to time, size, location and placement. (Ord. 5993 § 1, 2006; Ord. 4773 § 1, 1995; Ord. 4229 § 2, 1987.) Section 2. Amendment to Citv Code. That, effective September 16, 2010, Section 18.56.010 of the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows: 18.56.010 Intent. The overall purpose of this chapter is to enhance and maintain the aesthetic character, to promote the public health, safety and general welfare, and to increase the effectiveness of visual communication in the city. This chapter is also intended to avoid visual clutter that may adversely impact traffic and pedestrian safety, or be adverse to property values, business opportunities and the city's appearance and to prevent and abate public nuisances. The purpose of this chapter is implemented by controlling the construction, location, use and maintenance of all signs and sign structures. It is also the intent of this chapter to afford noncommercial speech the same or greater protection afforded commercial speech and to not regulate noncommercial ~ speech to a stricter standard than commercial speech. .(OfCI. 5993 Deleted: This chapter is further ~ § 1, 2006; Ord. 4773 § 1, 1995; Ot'd. 4229 § 2, 1987.) intended to support local businesses in the City and the City's overall economy by providing additional and increased opportunities for the use and siting of temporary and portable signage subject to conditions, including but not limited to time, size, location and placement. Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 2 of 26 Section 3. Amendment to Citv Code. That, from the effective date of this Ordinance, through September 15, 2010 Section 18.56.020 of the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows: 18.56.020 Definitions. The following definitions are specific to this chapter and are to be used only for the implementation of this chapter: A. "Animated sign" means any sign that flashes or simulates motion with an electronic or manufactured source of supply or contains wind-actuated motion (except for flags and banners). An animated sign may also be a sign that meets the definition of "changing message center" or "revolving sign." B. "Banner" means a temporary sign constructed of fabric, vinyl, or other durable material; which is not the primary identification for the organization, event or product advertised; and which is primarily promotional in nature. C. "Billboard" means a large outdoor advertising sign containing a message, commercial or otherwise, unrelated to the use or activity on the property on which the sign is located and/or to any use or activity in the immediate area (such as is the case with an off-premises sign) and which is customarily leased for commercial purposes. The approximate sizes of the billboard faces range from 12 to 14 feet in height and 24 to 48 feet in width. D. "Changing message center" means an electronically controlled message center that displays different copy changes on the same lamp bank. E. "Directional sign" means a sign which is located to guide or direct pedestrian or vehicular traffic to parking entrances, exits, and service areas, and may not exceed six square feet in area or 10 feet in height. For projects that have parking lots in excess of 500 spaces, the sign area may be 10 square feet and the sign height 15 feet. . F. "Double-faced sign" means a sign with two faces. G. "Electrical sign" means a sign or sign structure in which electrical wiring, connections, and/or fixtures are used as part of the sign proper. H. "Facade" means the entire building front, or street wall face, including grade to the top of the parapet or eaves, and the entire width of the building elevation. 1. "Flashing sign" means an electrical sign or a portion thereof which changes light intensity in a sudden transitory burst, or which switches on and off in a constant pattern in which more than one- third of the nonconstant light source is off at any one time. Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 3 of 26 J. "Freestanding sign" means a sign that meets the definition of "ground sign" (also commonly referred to as a monument sign), or "pole sign." Signs attached to fences or other structures that are not defined as buildings will be considered freestanding signs. K. "Frontage" means the measurement, in linear feet, of the length of the property line for a single-tenant building or length of leased building frontage for multitenant buildings or multibuilding complexes. L. "Grade" means the relative existing ground level in the immediate vicinity of the sign. M. "Ground sign" means a sign attached to the ground and supported by the ground or a built-up landscaped area such that the sign appears solid with the ground. The height of a ground sign shall be measured from the surrounding grade. Also commonly referred to as a monument sign. N. "Identification sign" means a sign containing the name of the business establishment, occupant of the building or tenant space and/or address of the premises. O. "Incidental sign" means a sign that is generally informational and of a noncommercial nature intended primarily for the convenience of the public and having a maximum area of two square feet. Incidental signs include, but are not limited to: signs designating restrooms, hours of operation, entrances and exits to buildings and parking lots, help wanted, public telephones, etc. Also included are property control and warning signs such as "no trespassing," "no dumping," etc., and plaques, tablets or inscriptions which are an integral part of a building. P. "Mansard roof' means a sloped roof or roof-like facade architecturally able to be treated as a building wall. Q. "Marquee" means a permanent structure attached to, supported by, and projecting from a building and providing protection from the weather elements. For the purpose of this chapter, a freestanding, permanent roof-like structure providing protection from the elements, such as a service station gas pump canopy, will also be considered a marquee. The term "marquee" also includes canopy. R. "Marquee sign" means any sign which forms part of or is integrated into a marquee and which does not extend horizontaliy beyond the limits of such marquee. For the purpose of this chapter, a marquee sign will be considered as a wall sign. S. "Median sign" means a sign that is placed within the median of a public street. T. "Multiple-building complex" means a group of commercial or industrial structures, developed as a group either simultaneously or in phases, with more than one building per parcel. Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 4 of 26 U. "Multiple-tenant building" means a single structure housing more than one retail business, office or commercial venture but not including residential apartment buildings, which share the same lot, access and/or parking facilities. V. "On-premises sign" means a sign which carries advertisements incidental to a lawful use of the premises on which it is located, including signs indicating the business transacted at, services rendered, goods sold or produced on the premises, name of the person, firm or corporation occupying the premises. W. "Off-premises sign" means any sign which advertises an establishment, merchandise, service, goods, or entertainment which is sold, produced, and manufactured, or furnished at a place other than on the property on which said sign is located. X. "Parapet" means a false front or wall extension above the roofline. Y. "Perimeter" means a square or rectangle required to enclose the sign area. Z. "Portable sign" means any sign made of any material, including paper, cardboard, wood or metal, which is capable of being moved easily and is not permanently affixed to the ground, structure or building. This also includes sidewalk or sandwich board signs, except those worn by a person. AA. "Premises" means the real estate as a unit, which is involved by the sign or signs mentioned in this chapter. BB. "Projecting sign" means a sign which is attached to a structure or building wall in such a manner that the leading edge extends more than 16 inches beyond the surface of said structure or wall but does not extend more than five feet beyond the property line, extends no more than six inches above any roofline, and meets all standards for ground clearance. Signs that meet the definition of "marquee sign" or "suspended sign" will not be considered a "projecting sign." CC. "Real estate sign" means a portable sign erected by the owner, or the owner's agent, advertising the real estate upon which . the sign is located for rent, lease or sale. DD. "Revolving sign" means any sign that rotates or turns in motion by electrical or mechanical means in a circular pattern. EE. "Roof sign" means a sign erected upon or above a roof or parapet of a building or structure. Mansard roof signs shall be considered as wall signs. Roof signs may not extend more than five feet in height above the roof. FF. "Sign" means any visual communication device, structure, or fixture which is visible from any right-of-way intended to aid a land use in promoting the sale or identification of a product, good or service using graphics, symbols, or written copy. For the purpose of this chapter, a sign shall not be considered to be building or Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 5 of 26 structural design. It shall be restricted solely to graphics, symbols, or written copy that is meant to be used in the aforementioned way. This definition shall include inflatable signs, balloons or other similar devices. GG. "Sign area" means: 1. The total area of a sign visible from any one viewpoint or direction, excluding the sign support structure, architectural embellishments, or framework that contains no written copy, and includes only one side of a double-faced sign. 2. Individual letter signs using a wall as the background without added decoration or change in wall color shall be calculated by measuring the perimeter enclosing each letter. The combined total area of each individual letter shall be considered the total area of the sign. 3. Module signs consisting of more than one sign cabinet shall be computed by adding together the total area of each module. 4. Perimeter of sign area shall be established by the smailest rectangle enclosing the extreme limits of the letter module or advertising message being measured. HH. "Sign heighY" means the vertical distance measured from the adjacent grade to the highest point of the sign. il. "Sign structure" means any structure that supports or is capable of supporting any sign as defined in this chapter. A sign structure may be a single pole or may or may not be an integral part of the building or structure. JJ. "Single-tenant building" means a commercial building or structure that contains one enterprise or occupant. Buildings within a multibuilding complex may not be considered a single-tenant building. KK. "Special event signage" means temporary signs including posters, flags, pennants, and inflatable materials; which are not the primary identification for the organization, event or product ~ advertised; and which are primarily intended for ~Short-term Deiecea: very promotional periods. LL. "Suspended 'sign" means a sign that is attached to and suspended from a marquee or canopy, and subject to right-of-way and clearance regulations. MM. "Temporary sign" means any sign or advertising display constructed of wood, vinyl, cloth, canvas, light fabric, paper, cardboard, or other light materials, with or without frames, intended to be displayed for a limited time only. This definition shall include inflatable signs. NN. "Traffic hazard" means any sign which does not meet city standards for clear zone or sight distance or which does not meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 6 of 26 00. "Wall sign" means a sign attached or erected parallel to and extending not more than 16 inches from the facade or face of any building to which it is attached and supported through its entire length, with the exposed face of the sign parallel to the plane of said wall or facade. "Window signs" which do not meet the definition of a"temporary sign" shall be considered as wall signs. PP. "Window sign" means a sign located inside or affixed to windows of a building, whether temporary or permanent, lighted or unlighted, which may be viewed from the exterior of the building. QQ. "Feather Banner or Siqn" means a fabric siqn with printed advertisement on one or two faces that is either stationerv or rotates and is attached on one side to a metal pole or stake that is placed in the qround or attached to a secure obiect. RR. "Off-premise directional siqn" means a siqn located on private propertv or in the public riqht-of-wav as authorized that directs or quides persons to an establishment, merchandise, . service qoods, or entertainment which is sold, produced, and manufactured, or furnished at a place other than on the property or public riqht-of-way on which said siqn is located. (Ord. 6166 § 1, 2008; Ord. 5993 § 1, 2006; Ord. 4705 § 2, 1994; Ord. 4229 § 2, 1987.) Section 4. Amendment to City Code. That, effective September 16, 2010 Section 18.56.020 of the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows: 18.56.020 Definitions. The following definitions are specific to this chapter and are to be used only for the implementation of this chapter: A. "Animated sign" means any sign that flashes or simulates motion with an electronic or manufactured source of supply or contains wind-actuated motion (except for flags and banners). An animated sign may also be a sign that meets the definition of "changing message center" or "revolving sign." B. "Banner" means a temporary sign constructed of fabric, vinyl, or other durable material; which is not the primary identification for the organization, event or product advertised; and which is primarily promotional in nature. C. "Billboard" means a large outdoor advertising sign containing a message, commercial or otherwise, unrelated to the use or activity on the property on which the sign is located and/or to any use or activity in the immediate area (such as is the case with an off-premises sign) and which is customarily leased for commercial Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 7 of 26 purposes. The approximate sizes of the billboard faces range from 12 to 14 feet in height and 24 to 48 feet in width. D. "Changing message center" means an electronically controlled message center that displays different copy changes on the same lamp bank. E. "Directional sign" means a sign which is located to guide or direct pedestrian or vehicular traffic to parking entrances, exits, and service areas, and may not exceed six square feet in area or 10 feet in height. For projects that have parking lots in excess of 500 spaces, the sign area may be 10 square feet and the sign height 15 feet. F. "Double-faced sign" means a sign with two faces. G. "Electrical sign" means a sign or sign structure in which electrical wiring, connections, and/or fixtures are used as part of the sign proper. H. "Facade" means the entire building front, or street wall face, including grade to the top of the parapet or eaves, and the entire width of the building elevation. 1. "Flashing sign" means an electrical sign or a portion thereof which changes light intensity in a sudden transitory burst, or which switches on and off in a constant pattern in which more than one- third of the nonconstant light source is off at any one time. J. "Freestanding sign" means a sign that meets the definition of "ground sign" (also commonly referred to as a monument sign), or "pole sign." Signs attached to fences or other structures that are not defined as buildings will be considered freestanding signs. K. "Frontage" means the measurement, in linear feet, of the length of the property line for a single-tenant building or length of leased building frontage for multitenant buildings or multibuilding complexes. L. "Grade" means the relative existing ground level in the immediate vicinity of the sign. M. "Ground sign" means a sign attached to the ground and supported by the ground or a built-up landscaped area such that the sign appears solid with the ground. The height of a ground sign shall be measured from the surrounding grade. Also commonly referred to as a monument sign. N. "Identification sign" means a sign containing the name of the business establishment, occupant of the building or tenant space and/or address of the premises. 0. "Incidental sign" means a sign that is generally informational and of a noncommercial nature intended primarily for the convenience of the public and having a maximum area of two square feet. Incidental signs include, but are not limited to: signs designating restrooms, hours of operation, entrances and exits to buildings and parking lots, help wanted, public telephones, etc. Also Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 8 of 26 included are property control and warning signs such as "no trespassing," "no dumping," etc., and plaques, tablets or inscriptions which are an integral part of a building. P. "Mansard rooF' means a sloped roof or roof-like facade architecturally able to be treated as a building wall. Q. "Marquee" means a permanent structure attached to, supported by, and projecting from a building and providing protection from the weather elements. For the purpose of this chapter, a freestanding, permanent roof-like structure providing protection from the elements, such as a service station gas pump canopy, will also be considered a marquee. The term "marquee" also includes canopy. R. "Marquee sign" means any sign which forms part of or is integrated into a marquee and which does not extend horizontally beyond the limits of such marquee. For the purpose of this chapter, a marquee sign will be considered as a wall sign. S. "Median sign" means a sign that is placed within the median of a public street. T. "Multiple-building complex" means a group of commercial or industrial structures, developed as a group either simultaneously or in phases, with more than one building per parcel. U. "Multiple-tenant building" means a single structure housing more than one retail business, office or commercial venture but not including residential apartment buildings, which share the same lot, access and/or parking facilities. V. "On-premises sign" means a sign which carries advertisements incidental to a lawful use of the premises on which it is located, including signs indicating the business transacted at, services rendered, goods sold or produced on the premises, name of the person, firm or corporation occupying the premises. W. "Off-premises sign" means any sign which advertises an establishment, merchandise, service, goods, or entertainment which is sold, produced, and manufactured, or furnished at a place other than on the property on which said sign is located. X. "ParapeY" means a false front or wall extension above the roofline. Y. "Perimeter" means a square or rectangle required to enclose the sign area. Z. "Portable sign" means any sign made of any material, including paper, cardboard, wood or metal, which is capable of being moved easily and is not permanently affixed to the ground, structure or building. This also includes sidewalk or sandwich board signs, except those worn by a person. AA. "Premises" means the real estate as a unit, which is involved by the sign or signs mentioned in this chapter. Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 9 of 26 BB. "Projecting sign" means a sign which is attached to a structure or building wall in such a manner that the leading edge extends more than 16 inches beyond the surface of said structure or wall but does not extend more than five feet beyond the property line, extends no more than six inches above any roofline, and meets all standards for ground clearance. Signs that meet the definition of "marquee sign" or "suspended sign" wiil not be considered a "projecting sign." CC. "Real estate sign" means a portable sign erected by the owner, or the owner's agent, advertising the real estate upon which the sign is located for rent, lease or sale. DD. "Revolving sign" means any sign that rotates or turns in motion by electrical or mechanical means in a circular pattern. EE. "Roof sign" means a sign erected upon or above a roof or parapet of a building or structure. Mansard roof signs shall be considered as wall signs. Roof signs may not extend more than five feet in height above the roof. FF. "Sign" means any visual communication device, structure, or fixture which is visible from any right-of-way intended to aid a land use in promoting the sale or identification of a product, good or service using graphics, symbols, or written copy. For the purpose of this chapter, a sign shall not be considered to be building or structural design. It shall be restricted solely to graphics, symbols, or written copy that is meant to be used in the aforementioned way. This definition shall include inflatable signs, balloons or other similar devices. GG. "Sign area" means: 1. The total area of a sign visible from any one viewpoint or direction, excluding the sign support structure, architectural embellishments, or framework that contains no written copy, and includes only one side of a double-faced sign. 2. Individual letter signs using a wall as the background without added decoration or change in wall color shall be calculated by measuring the perimeter enclosing each letter. The combined total area of each individual letter shall be considered the total area of the sign. 3. Module signs consisting of more than one sign cabinet shall be computed by adding together the total area of each module. 4. Perimeter of sign area shall be established by the smallest rectangle enclosing the extreme limits of the letter module or advertising message being measured. HH. "Sign height" means the vertical distance measured from the adjacent grade to the highest point of the sign. II. "Sign structure" means any structure that supports or is capable of supporting any sign as defined in this chapter. A sign Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 10 of 26 structure may be a single pole or may or may not be an integrai part of the building or structure. JJ. "Single-tenant building" means a commercial building or structure that contains one enterprise or occupant. Buildings within a multibuilding complex may not be considered a single-tenant building. KK. "Special event signage" means temporary signs including posters, flags, pennants, and inflatable materials; which are not the primary identification for the organization, event or product ~ advertised; and which are primarily intended for verv short-term promotional periods. LL. "Suspended sign" means a sign that is attached to and suspended from a marquee or canopy, and subject to right-of-way and clearance regulations. MM. "Temporary sign" means any sign or advertising display constructed of wood, vinyl, cloth, canvas, light fabric, paper, cardboard, or other light materials, with or without frames, intended to be displayed for a limited time only. This definition shall include inflatable signs. NN. "Traffic hazard" means any sign which does not meet city standards for clear zone or sight distance or which does not meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. 00. "Wall sign" means a sign attached or erected parallel to and extending not more than 16 inches from the facade or face of any building to which it is attached and supported through its entire length, with the exposed face of the sign parallel to the plane of said wall or facade. "Window signs" which do not meet the definition of a"temporary sign" shall be considered as wall signs. PP. "Window sign" means a sign located inside or affixed to windows of a building, whether temporary or permanent, lighted or unlighted, which may be viewed from the exterior of the building. ~ ~(Ord. 6166 § 1, 2008; Ord. 5993 § 1, 2006; Ord. 4705 § 2, 1994; Deleted: QQ. °Feather Banner or ~rd. 4229 ~ 2, ~ 987.~ Sign" means a fabric sign with printed advertisement on one or two faces that is either stationery or rotates and Section 5. Amendment to Citv Code. That, from the effective is attached on one side to a metal pole or stake that is placed in the ground or attached to a secure object. ' date of this Ordinance, throu h Se tember 15, 2010 Section 18.56.030 of the RR. "Off-premise directional sign° g p means a sign located on private property or in the public right-of-way Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows: as autnoriZed mac aireccs or 9uides persons to an establishment, merchandise, service, goods, or 18.56.030 General provisions, 8II CJIStfICtS. entertainment which is sold, produced, and manufactured, or A. Community Signs. The planning, building and community furnished at a place other than on the director may approve and permit to be erected entrance signs, at or property or public right-of-way on which said sign is located. near the city limits, on city public right-of-way or on privately owned parcels with the owner's permission, on which may be listed institutional names, service clubs or organizations or points of Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 11 of 26 interest or similar public information. Right-of-way use permits may be required for signs located in the public right-of-way, except as permitted bv ACC 18.56.030.6.1, ACC 18.56.030.B.2, ACC 18.56.030.1 or ACC 18.56.030.J. B. Temporary Signs. 1. Until September 16, 2010 §pecial event signage may be - Deleted: s allowed in the RO RO-H CN C-1 G2 C-3 DUC BP LF M-1 ~e~eted: sub~ectto _ _ M-2, EP and the non-residential used properties in tll2 T@ffaC@ ~ Deleted: the foliowing View District and the PUD-Lakeland Hills South subiect to compliance with the followinq as applicable: a. ~ - Deleted: Use of such signage is - - - " ,The area of any single sign shall not exceed 30 square feet limited to 10 days per display, not to , eXceed 10 daYs in any so-aay Period; b. Special event siqns as authorized herein shall not have the Deleted: b. followinq: i. Illumination of anv kind ii. Strobinq or blinkinq or flashinq liqhts iii. Electrical animation iv. Changeable reader copv, electronic or manual c. _ Special event signage shall not exceed the maximum heiqht limitations of the underlvinq zoninq district. d. Special event siqns mav have spinning elements attached to them includinq but not limited to flaqs or pennants or balloons or windsocks attached to them provided that they do not at any time canstitute a traffic safetv or pedestrian safety hazard. e. Balloons and windsock special event signage shall not be authorized to be placed in the public riqhts-of-wav or on-site landscape area or off-site on another private parcel of land that does not contain the business or service beinq advertised, f. Flaq and pennant special event signage may be authorized subject to the issuance of a permit by the planninq, building and communitv director expirinq before September 16, 2010 to be placed in the public rights-of-way provided that placement in the public riqhts-of-wav does not constitute a traffic safetv or pedestrian safetv hazard and does not create non-conformance to the American with Disabilities Act g. Flaq and pennant special event signage may be authorized to_ beplaced in on-site landscape area and off-site on another private parcel of land that does not contain the business or service beinq advertised, provided that placement in on-site landscape areas does not impede siqht distance and that off-site placement on another property has received prior property owner authorization. 2. Until Sepfember 16, 2010banners may_be_allowed in tYlB Deleted:B , RO RO-H CN C-1 C-2 C-3 DUC BP LF M-1 M-2 EP and the non-residential used properties in the Terrace View District and the PUD-Lakeland Hills South, subject to the following: Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 12 of 26 a. No more than two such signs may be used per site at any given time; b. The area of an sin le banner used b a SIiIQIB bUSIII@SS Otl Deleted: Use of such signs is limited ` a site shall not exceed 120 square feet; - - - to 90 consecutive days, and may not exceed 90 days in any 120-day c. For multi-tenant buildinqs and/or multi-business compiexes, , period; each business shail be authorized to have a banner provided that Deleted: ¶ the size of each banner shall be limited to maximum of 32 square C. feet. d. Banners as authorized herein shall not have the followinq: i. Illumination of anv kind ii. Strobing or blinkinci or flashinq liqhts iii. Electrical animation iv. Chanqeable reader copV, electronic or manual e. Banner siqnaqe shail not exceed the maximum heiqht limitations of the underlvinq zoninq district. f. Banners mav have spinninq elements attached to them including but not limited to flaqs or pennants or balloons or windsocks attached to them provided that thev do not at anv time constitute a traffic safetv or pedestrian safetv hazard. q. SubLect to the issuance of a permit bv the planninq, buildinq and communitv director expiring before September 16, 2010, banners mav be authorized to be piaced in the public riqhts-of-way, provided that placement in the public riqhts-of-wav does not constitute a traffic safetv or pedestrian safety hazard or does not create non-conformance to the American with Disabilities Act. h. Banners mav be authorized to be placed in on-site landscape area and off-site on another private parcei of (and tha# does not contain the business or service being advertised, provided that placement in an-site landscape areas does nat impede sight distance and that off-site placement on another property has received prior property owner authorization. .C._ _ Civic Events. Street banners may be permitted SUbJeCt t0 - Deleted: 3. Signs which are placed - - approval and installation in accordance with rules and procedures upon or within a window and which are intended to be viewed from the establ.ished by the city of Auburn public works department. ri9nt-or-WaY snall not eXceea eo D. SI Il LI htin PCOVISIOIIS. percent of the window area;¶ 9 9 g 4. Permits are not required, except 1. All lighting shall be arranged to reflect away from any that signs exceeding the allowable residential zone. No person shall construct, establish, create or size and time duration must receive a permit issued by the planning, maintain any stationary exterior lighting Of illumination SySt2171 Of building and community director if an interior s stem which is intended to be viewed from a street, special circumstances exist that y y warrant the additional signage.¶ highway or other public thoroughfare used for vehicular traffic which system contains or utilizes: a. Any exposed incandescent lamp with wattage in excess of 25 watts, b. Any exposed incandescent lamp with a metallic reflector, c. Any exposed incandescent lamp with an external reflector, d. Any revoiving beacon light, Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 13 of 26 e. Any continuous or sequential flashing operation, except as allowed for changing message center signs in subsection F of this section; 2. The provisions of subsection (D)(1) of this section shall not apply to: a. Lighting systems owned or controlled by any public agency for the purpose of directing or controlling navigation, traffic, or highway or street illumination, b. Aircraft warning lights. E. Construction Provisions, Sight Distance, Exposed Angle Iron and Wire. 1. Each sign shall be adequately constructed in accordance with the requirements of the International Building Codes, as amended; 2. Signs containing electrical circuitry shall meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code and all state laws, and shall include an approved testing lab sticker; 3. Signs must meet vehicular sight disfance requirements zo(B) I established by the city engineer pursuant tq the City of Aubum - oeleted: Acc 18.48.0 , Enqineerinq Desiqn Standards; 4. When a projecting sign is used, no angle irons, guy wires or braces shall be visible, except those that are an integral part of the overall design, such as decorative metals or woods, or unless they are required for safety. F. Changing Message Center Signs. Where permitted under this chapter, changing message center signs shall comply with the following requirements; provided, that changing message center signs that only display time and temperature or similar public service information shall be exempt from these requirements. 1. Where Allowed. Changing message center signs shall only be allowed in the I, P-1, C-1, C-2, DUC, C-3, M-1 and M-2 zones. a. In the I and C-1 zones, changing message center signs shall only be allowed on frontages along a collector, minor or principal arterial street. b. In the I zone, no changing message center sign shall operate between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. c. In the DUC zone, changing message center signs shall only be allowed when located adjacent and oriented to Auburn Way North/Auburn Way South street frontages. (For other sign standards for the DUC zone, see ACC 18.29.060(I)). 2. Number. No more than one changing message center sign per street frontage shall be permitted on each property. 3. Sign Face Area. Except in the I and P-1 zones, the changing message center shall not constitute more than 75 percent of a sign's total sign face area. 4. Display. Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 14 of 26 a. The display of the sign shall not change more rapidly than once every one and one-half seconds. b. No scrolling message shall require more than five seconds to be displayed in its entirety. 5. Light Levels. a. Changing message center signs shall have installed ambient light monitors and shall at all times allow such monitors to automatically adjust the brightness level of the sign based on ambient light conditions. b. At no time shall a changing message center sign be operated at a brightness level greater than the manufacturer's recommended levels. c. All lighting shall be arranged to reflect away from any residential zone. The director shall have the authority to require a sign permit application include information to ensure the intent of this requirement is met. d. The brightness level shall not exceed 8,000 nits when measured from the sign's face at its maximum brightness during daylight hours and 500 nits when measured from the sign's face at its maximum bri9htness between dusk and dawn. 6. On-Premises Advertising Only. Changing message center signs shall only advertise on-premises products and services, or display public service messages or messages on behalf of not-for- profit organizations. 7. Additional Requirements. A copy of the manufacturer's operating manual shall be provided to the city upon request. 8. Amortization. All changing message center signs that do not comply with the requirements of subsections (F)(4) and (5) of this section shall be brought into compliance with those requirements by April 1, 2009. G. Change of Copy. The holder of a permit, for the duration thereof, shall have the right to change the advertising copy on the structure or sign for which the permit was issued without being required to pay any additional fees. . H. Exemptions. Unless otherwise specified or unless expressly prohibited, it is not the intent of this chapter to regulate the following signs: 1. The flag of a government or noncommercial institutions such as schools, with the poles treated as structures; 2. Official public notices, official court notices; 3. Incidental signs (see ACC 18.56.020(0), Definitions); 4. Signs not visible from public right-of-way; 5. Lettering or symbols painted directly onto or flush-mounted magnetically onto an operable vehicle; 6. Painting, repainting, cleaning, repairing, and other normal maintenance unless structural or electrical changes are made; Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 15 of 26 7. Religious symbols not attached to a permitted sign; 8. Memoriai signs or tablets, names of buildings, dates of erection and the like, which are incorporated into the building material and facade; 9. Signs required by law, traffic or pedestrian control signs, signs indicating scenic or historic points of interest, which are erected by or on the order of a public officer in the performance of his or her public duty; 10. Sculptures, fountains, mosaics, and design features which do not incorporate advertising or identification; 11. Temporary signs limited exclusively to noncommercial speech. 1. Until September 16, 2010, portable siqns shall be allowed in the RO RO-H CN C-1 C-3 BP LF M-1 M-2 EP and the non- residential used properties in the Terrace View District and the PUD-Lakeland Hills South subiect to compliance with the followinq as appiicable: a. For sinqle-tenant buildinqs and/or sites, one portable siqn shall be allowed per buildinq or propertv frontage, as applicable. b. Each business in a multi-tenant buildinq and/or multi-buildinq complex shall be limited to a maximum of one (1) portable siqn. c. For multi-tenant buildinqs and/or multi-buildinq complexes that propose to place one or more portable siqns within the on-site landscaped area at the intersection of two qublic or private streets or at a drivewav intersection with a public or private street, compliance to the Citv's minimum siqht distance requirements shall be maintained at all times. d. For multi-tenant buildinqs and/or multi-building complexes that propose to place one or more portable siqns alonq the propertv street frontaqe of a public or private street, the total number of allowable portable siqns alonq said frontaqe shall be limited as follows to reduce the visual and aesthetic impact to the City: i. 0-25 lineal feet of public or private street frontaqe = 1 portable siqn everv 3 lineal feet of street frontaqe up to a maximum of three (3) siqns at anv qiven time. ii. 26-50 lineal feet of public or private street frontaqe = 1 portable siqn everv 3 lineal feet of street frontaqe up to a maximum of four (4) sipns at anv qiven time. iii. 51-75 lineal feet of qublic or private street frontaqe = 1 portable siqn everv 3 lineal feet of street frontaqe up to maximum of five (5) siqns at anv qiven time. iv. 76-100 lineal feet of public or private street frontaqe = 1 portable siqn everv 3 lineal feet of street frontaqe up to a maximum of six (6) siqns at anv qiven time. Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 16 of 26 v. 100-125 lineal feet of public or private street frontaqe = 1 portable sign everv 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to a maximum of seven (7) siqns at anv qiven time. vi. 126-150 lineal feet of public or private street frontaqe = 1 portable sign everv 3 lineal feet of street frontaqe up to a maximum of eight (8,) siqns at any given time. vii. 151-175 lineal feet of public or private street frontaqe = 1 portable sign everv 3 lineal feet of street frontaqe up to a maximum of nine (9) siqns at any qiven time. viii. 176 lineal feet and qreater of public or private street frontaqe = 1 portable sign everv 3 lineal feet of street frontaqe up to a maximum of ten (10) siqns at any given time. ix. The Planninq Director shall have the discretionarv authoritv to authorize additional portable siqns alonq a public or private street frontaqe when in his or her determination such allowance will not substantivelv impact the visual and/or aesthetic impact to the Citv and such allowance is warranted by physical site conditions or economic or business considerations or other factors as deemed reasonabie bv the Planninq Director. e. Portable siqns shall not be located in one or more existinq parkinq spaces on a development site. f. Portable siqns shall be displaved durinq reqular business hours only, shali not be kept outside overnight and shall not be chained or otherwise secured to any buildinq or structure or pole or sign or tree or other similar veqetation. a. Portable sians as authorized herein shall not have the followinq: i. Illumination of anv kind ii. Strobinq or blinkinq or flashinq liqhts iii. Electrical animation iv. Chanqeabie reader copv, electronic or manual h. Portable siqns may have spinninq elements includinq but not limited to flaqs or pennants or balloons or windsocks attached to them provided that they do not at anv time constitute a traffic safety . or pedestrian safety hazard. i. Portable siqns advertisinq a business or service not located on the same site shall be allowed to be located off-site from the business or service beinq advertised provided that prior propertv owner authorization has been obtained bv said business operator or service provider. j. Each portable sign shall have a maximum total sign size of 36 inches in heiqht and 30 inches in width and be limited to two faces. k. Portable siqns shall be allowed in the public riqht-of-way subject ta the issuance of a permit bV the planninq, buildinp and communifiy director ex,pirinq before September 16, 2010, provided Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 17 of 26 that any and all sictns are not placed within vehicle travel lanes or improved/unimproved vehicle shoulder areas or bicvcle lanes, are not placed in front of or block access to marked bus transit stops, do not interfere with or impede pedestrian traffic or crossinqs and do not create non-conformance to the American with Disabilities Act. J. Until September 16, 2010, off-premises directionai siqns shall be allowed in the RO RO-H CN C-1 C-2 C-3 DUC BP :LF, M-1, M-2, EP, and the non-residential used properties in the Terrace View District and the PUD-Lakeland Hills South subiect to compliance with the followinq as applicable: a. Off-premise directional siqns as authorized herein shall not have the foliowinq: i. Illumination of any kind ii. Strobinq or blinkinq or flashing liqhts iii. Electrical animation iv. Changeable reader copy, electronic or manual b. Off-premise directional signs may have spinninq elements includinq but not limited to flaqs or pennants or balloons or windsocks attached to them provided that thev do not at anv time constitute a traffic safetv or pedestrian safety hazard. c.Off-premise~s directional signs mav be authorized to b@ - Formatted: Not Highlight placed in the public riahts-of-way, subiect to the issuance of a - Formatted: Not Highlight permit by the planninq, buildinq and communitv director expiring before Saptember 16. 2010, provided that placement in the public riqhts-of-wav does not constitute a traffic safetv or pedestrian safetv hazard and does not create non-conformance to the American with Disabilities Act. d. Off-premises directional siqns may be authorized to be Formatted: Not Highlight placed in on-site landscape area, or off-site on another private parcel of land that does not contain the business or service beinq advertised, provided that placement in on-site landscape areas does not impede sight distance and that off-site placement on anotherpropertv has received prior property owner authorization. e. Off_ premises directional siQns shall not be located in one or more existinq parkinq spaces on a development site. f. Off-premises directional siqns shall have a maximum siqn face area of 8 inches bv 24 inches and a total heiqht of 42 inches inclusive of anv wood, metal, plastic or other SUppOft and a maximum of two (2) siqn faces. K. Prohibited Signs. From and after the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter it shall be unlawful for any person to erect or place within the city, except as otherwise authorized: 1. A swinging projecting sign; Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 18 of 26 2. Portable signs, except as permitted by ACC 18.56.025 (Real ( estate signs)„ ACC 18.56.040(E)- (G2 District) and ACC Deierea: ana - 18.56.030.1, subsections-a- thr- -ouqh k; 3. Banners, pennants, ribbons, streamers, spinners, rotating or blinking lights, strings of lights, or similar devices, except as permitted by subsection B of this section (Temporary Signs); 4. Flashing signs, except as permitted in subsection D of this section (Sign Lighting Provisions); 5. Changing message center signs, except as allowed in the I, P-1, C-1, C-2, C-3, M-1 and M-2 zones; 6. Signs attached to, or placed on, a vehicle or trailer parked on private or public property that is not associated with the business advertised on said sign(s). This provision is not to be construed as prohibiting the identification of a firm or its principal products on a vehicle used in the normal course of business. This does not include automobile for sale signs or signs attached to franchised buses or taxis; 7. Private signs placed in or on a public right-of-way, except for as expressly permitted by this chapter; 8. Any sign which constitutes a traffic hazard or detriment to traffic safety by reason of its size, location, movement, coloring, or method of illumination, or by obstructing the vision of drivers, or detracting from the visibility of any official traffic control device by diverting or tending to divert the attention of drivers of moving vehicles from traffic movement on streets, roads, intersections, or access facilities. No sign shall be erected so that it obstructs the vision of pedestrians by glare or method of illumination or constitutes a hazard to traffic. No sign may use words, phrases, symbols or characters in such a manner as to interfere with, mislead, or confuse traffic; 9. Any sign or advertising structure or supporting structure that is torn, damaged, defaced or destroyed; 10. Signs attached to poles installed by governmental agencies, utility poles, trees, rocks or other natural features; 11. Signs attached to benches, garbage cans, or other street furniture located within the public right-of-way; 12. Rotating signs; 13. Billboards, 14. Any sign which does not structurally or materially conform to the requirements of the city's adopted International Building Code. Nonconforming Signs. Permanent signs established legally oeietea: J prior to the adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter that do not conform to the regulations of this chapter with regard to number, size, height or location shall be allowed to remain as legal nonconforming signs except as follows: 1. Whenever a new building replaces the principal building. Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 19 of 26 2. When there is an expansion of an existing building, the requirements of this section shall apply only if there is an increase in floor area of 25 percent or more (including the cumulative increase of previous expansions after the effective date of the ordinance amending this section). 3. Whenever a nonconforming use is replaced by a conforming use, the requirements of this section shall apply in full to the new use if and only if there is a change in required signage due to the zoning district. 4. Any sign, including the sign structure, now or hereafter existing which no longer advertises a bona fide business conducted or a product sold. Such sign(s) shall be taken down and removed by the owner, agent or person having the beneficial use of the land, building or structure upon which such sign may be found within 90 days after written notification from the building official. ~ V. _ _ _ Master Sign_ Plans Authorized. The planning, building and _ _ _ _ _ _ _ . - Deleted: K community director has the authority to require a master sign plan to ensure a consistent and coordinated signage scheme for development proposals. In approving master sign plans under the provisions of this subsection, the director has the authority to approve signage schemes that allow for signs greater in area and height than allowed in the particular zone in which the development is located when a coordinated signage scheme is used. Master signage plans shall be recorded. (Ord. 6166 § 2, 2008; Ord. 5993 § 1, 2006; Ord. 5342 § 2, 2000; Ord. 4705 § 2, 1994; Ord. 4229 § 2, 1987.) Section 6. Amendment to Citv Code. That, effective September 16, 2010 Section 18.56.030 of the Auburn City Code be and the same hereby is amended to read as follows: 18.56.030 General provisions, all districts. A. Community Signs. The planning, building and community director may approve and permit to be erected entrance signs, at or near the city limits, on city public right-of-way or on privately owned Deleted: , except as permitted by ACC 18.56.030.8.1, ACC parcels with the owner's permission, on which may be listed 18.56.030.a.2, ACC 18.56.030.1 or institutional names, service clubs or organizations or points Of ACC 18.56.030.J I interest or similar public information. Right-of-way use permits may Deleted: untii sePtember ,s, 2010 S ( be required for signs located in the public right-of-wayr Formatted: Not Highlight B. Temporary Signs. Deleted: in me Ro, RO-H, cN, c-1, J 1. Special event signage may be allowed subiect to tF1P, C-2, C-3, DUC, BP, LF, nn-1, M-z, eP I - - - - - - - ' " and the non-residential used fOllOWIt1Q: , properties in the Terrace View District and the PUD-Lakeland Hills South subject to compliance with the following as applicable: Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 20 of 26 - a. Use of such signage is limited to 10 days qer display, not to oeietea: b. special eventsi9ns as authorized herein shail not have exceed 10 days in any 90 daY period; ' the following:¶ b. The area of any single sign shall not exceed 30 square feet; i. Illumination of any kind ¶ ii. Strobing or blinking or fiashing lights ¶ 2. panners may be allowec~ subject to the following: iii. Eiectricai animation ¶ a. No more than two such signs may be used per site at any iv. Changeable reader copy, electronic or manual ¶ given time; ! c. Special event signage shall not b. Use af such siqns is limited to 90 consecutive days, and ma exceed the maximum height Y ~ limitations of the underlying zoning nat exceed 90 days in any 120-day period; aistrict. t► c. The area of any single banner used by a single business on d. Special event signs may have spinning elements attached to them a site shall not exceed 120 square feet; including but not limited to flags or I , pennants or balloons or windsocks . attached to them provided that they C. Civic Events. Street banners may be permitted subject to do not at any time constitute a traffic approval and installation in accordance with rules and procedures Safety °r Pedest"a" Safety naZara. ¶ i e. Balioons and windsock special established by the city of Auburn public works department. , event Sisnase Snau noc be autnoriZea Slgfl L19f'itltlg PfOVISIOtIS. to be placed in the public rights-of- way or on-site landscape area or off- 1. All lighting shall be arranged to reflect away from afly ' site on another private parcel of land residential zone. No erson shall construct, establish, create Of that does not contain the business or p service being advertised, ¶ maintain any stationary exterior lighting or illumination system Of f. Flag and pennant special event an interior s stem which is intended to be viewed from a street, signage shall be authorized to be y y placed in the public rights-of-way, on- highway or other public thoroughfare used for vehicular traffic which . Site iandscaPe area and off-Site on S St@I71 COt1taI11S OY UtIlIZ2S: another private parcel of land that y does not contain the business or a. Any exposed incandescent lamp with wattage in excess of service being advertised, provided 25 watts that piacement in the public rights-of- , way does not constitute a traffic b. Any exposed incandescent lamp with a metallic reflector, safety or pedestrian safety hazard c. An ex osed incandescent lam with an external reflector, and does not create non- y p p conformance to the American with d. Any revolving beaeon light, ' Disabilities Act, placement in on-site ` landscape areas does not impede e. Any continuous or sequential flashing operation, @XC2Pt 8S r sight distance and that off-site allowed for changing message center signs in subsection F of this Piacement on anomer proPerty nas S2Ct10Cl' ; received prior property owner ~ authorization. ~ 2. The provisions of subsection (D)(1) of this section shall not Deieted: uncii sePtember 16, zoio b apply to: Deiecea: in me Ro, RO-H, cN, c-1, a. Lighting systems owned or controlled by any public agency ' c-2, c-s, Duc, aP, LF, nn-,, M-z, EP for the purpose of directing or controlling navigation, traffic, OC ' and the non-residential used properties in the Terrace View District highway or street illumination, and the PUD-Lakeland Hills South, b. Aircraft warning lights. Formartea: rvoc Hi9nr9nr E. Construction Provisions, Sight Distance, ExpOSed Angle Iro►1 oeleted:c. Forrnulti-tenant ~ and Wlrg. buildings and/or multi-business 1. Each si n shall be ade uatel constructed in accordance complexes, each business shall be g a y authorized to have a banner provided with the requirements of the International Building Codes, as that the size of each banner shall be amended; limited to maximum of 32 square feet.¶ d. Banners as authorized herein 2. Signs containing electrical circuitry shall meet the shall not have the following:¶ requirements of the National Electrical Code and all state laws, and i. Illumination of any kind ¶ ii. Strobing or blinking or flashing shall include an approved testing lab sticker; lisnts¶ 3. Signs must meet vehicular sight distance requirements Ele°tr'°al a"'mat'°n ¶ _ iv. Changeable reader copy, - ' ~ established by the city engineer pursuant to ACC 18.48.020(B~; 1 Deleted: the City of Auburn Engineering Design Standards Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 21 of 26 4. When a projecting sign is used, no angle irons, guy wires or braces shall be visible, except those that are an integral part of the overall design, such as decorative metals or woods, or unless they are required for safety. F. Changing Message Center Signs. Where permitted under this chapter, changing message center signs shall comply with the following requirements; provided, that changing message center signs that only display time and temperature or similar public service information shall be exempt from these requirements. 1. Where Allowed. Changing message center signs shall only be allowed in the I, P-1, C-1, C-2, DUC, C-3, M-1 and M-2 zones. a. In the I and C-1 zones, changing message center signs shall only be allowed on frontages along a collector, minor or principal arterial street. b. In the I zone, no changing message center sign shall operate between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. c. In the DUC zone, changing message center signs shall only be allowed when located adjacent and oriented to Auburn Way North/Auburn Way South street frontages. (For other sign standards for the DUC zone, see ACC 18.29.060(I)). 2. Number. No more than one changing message center sign per street frontage shall be permitted on each property. 3. Sign Face Area. Except in the I and P-1 zones, the changing message center shall not constitute more than 75 percent of a sign's total sign face area. 4. Display. a. The display of the sign shall not change more rapidly than once every one and one-half seconds. b. No scrolling message shall require more than five seconds to be displayed in its entirety. 5. Light Levels. a. Changing message center signs shall have instailed ambient light monitors and shall at all times aliow such monitors to automatically adjust the brightness level of the sign based on ambient light conditions. b. At no time shall a changing message center sign be operated at a brightness level greater than the manufacturer's recommended levels. c. All lighting shall be arranged to reflect away from any residential zone. The director shall have the authority to require a sign permit application include information to ensure the intent of this requirement is met. d. The brightness level shall not exceed 8,000 nits when measured from the sign's face at its maximum brightness during daylight hours and 500 nits when measured from the sign's face at its maximum brightness between dusk and dawn. Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 22 of 26 6. On-Premises Advertising Only. Changing message center Deleted: Until September 16, 2010, signs shall only advertise on-premises products and services, Of portable signs shall be allowed in the RO, RO-H, CN, C-1, C-3, BP, LF, M- display public service messages or messages on behalf of not-for- 1, M-z, EP and the and the non- rofit orlZBtIOC1S. residential used properties in the p 9atl Terrace View District and the PUD- 7. Additional Requirements. A copy of the C118f1UfaCtUf@f'S ' Lakeland Hills South subjectto o eratin manual shall be rovided to the cit u on re U@St. compliance with the following as p 9 p Y P Q applicable:¶ 8. Amortization. All changing message center signs that do not ' a. For Sinsie-tenant bUildinss anaior com I with the re uirements of subsections and 5 Of thlS sites, one portabie sign shall be p y q (F)(4) ' allowed per building or property section shall be brought into compliance with those requirements frontase, as applicable. ¶ b A ril 1, 2009. b. Each business in a multi-tenant y p building andlor multi-building complex G. Change of Copy. The holder of a permit, fOr the duratloll ; 5nall be limited to a a maxirnum ot thereof, shall have the ri ht to chan e the advertisin co on the one (1) portable sign. ¶ 9 9 g py c. For muiti-tenant buildings and/or structure or sign for which the permit was issued WItIIOUt beltlg multi-building complexes that propose re uired to a an BC~C~ItlOtlal f@@S. to place one or more portable signs Q p y y within the on-site landscaped area at H. Exemptions. Unless otherwise specified or unless expressly tne intersection of two public or rohibited, it is not the intent of this cha ter to re Ulat2 the fOllOWl11 private streets or at a driveway p p 9 9 intersection with a public or private S19tlS: street, compliance to the City's minimum sight distance requirements 1. The flag of a government or noncommercial institutions such ; Snau be ma;nta;ned at an t;mes. q with the POIeS tf@at@C~ aS Stl'UCtUY2S' d. For multi-tenant buildings andlor as schools, ~ 2. Official ublic notices, official court notices; multi-building complexes that propose p to place one or more portable signs 3. Incidental signs (see ACC 18.56.020(0), Definitions); along the property street frontage of a 4. Signs not visible from public right-of-way~ pUbiic or Private Stre p, the total9 ~ number of allowable ortable si ns 5. Lettering or symbols palllt@d CII(@Ctly OfltO OC' fIUSII-IIIOUCIt@d along said frontage shall be limited as ma neticall onto an o efabl@ V@IIICI@' follows to reduce the visual and 9 Y p ~ aesthetic impact to the City: ¶ 6. Painting, repainting, cleaning, repairing, and other IIOfIIIa) i. 0-251inealfeetofpublicorprivate maintenance unless structural or electrical chan @S 8P@ IllBCJe' street frontage = 1 portable sign every g ~ 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to a 7. Religious symbols not attached to a permitted sign; , maximum of three (3) signs at any 8. Memorial si ns or tablets, names of buildin s, dates of siventir~e.q g g ii. 26-50 lineal feet of public or erection and the like, which are incorporated into tIl@ bUIICJICIg private street frontage = 1 portable material and facade; sign every 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to a maximum of four (4) 9. Signs required by law, traffic or pedestrian control signs, signs at any given time. ¶ signs indicating scenic or historic points of interest, WhICI'1 81'2 ; iii. 51-751inealfeetofpublicor private street frontage = 1 portable erected by or on the order of a public officer in the performance of Sisn every 3 rneal feet of Street his or her ublic dut ; frontage up to maximum of five (5) p y signs at any given time. ¶ 10. Sculptures, fountains, mosaics,r and design features which ; Formactea: rvoc Hi9nr9nc do not incorporate advertising or identification; Deleted: d. Off-premises directional 11. Temporary signs limited exclusively to tIOIICOCT1171@fC12I signs may be authorized to be placed Sp2eCh. in on-site Iandscape area, or off-site on another private parcel of land that I. does not contain the business or Prohibited Signs. From and after the effective date of the ordinance SeNice bein9 aavertised, Providea - that placement in ornsite landscape codified in this chapter it shall be unlawful for any person to erect or areas dces not impeae Si9nt discance place within the city, @XCept aS Otll@1WIS2 aUtllOflZ@d: and that off-site placement on another property has received prior property 1 . A SWlllgltlg pYOf@Ctltlg Slgtl; ownerauthorization. ¶ 2. Portable signs, except as permitted by ACC 18.56.025 (Real Fo~martea: Noc Hi9nr9nc estate si ns d ACC 18.56.040 E C 2 District ~ g an__ - ~v Deleted:, eleted: and ACC 18.56.030.1, subsections a through k Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 23 of 26 3. Banners, pennants, ribbons, streamers, spinners, rotating or blinking lights, strings of lights, or similar devices, except as permitted by subsection B of this section (Temporary Signs); 4. Flashing signs, except as permitted in subsection D of this section (Sign Lighting Provisions); 5. Changing message center signs, except as allowed in the I, P-1, C-1, G2, C-3, M-1 and M-2 zones, 6. Signs attached to, or placed on, a vehicle or trailer parked on private or public property that is not associated with the business advertised on said sign(s). This provision is not to be construed as prohibiting the identification of a firm or its principal products on a vehicle used in the normal course of business. This does not include automobile for sale signs or signs attached to franchised buses or taxis; 7. Private signs placed in or on a public right-of-way, except for as expressly permitted by this chapter; 8. Any sign which constitutes a traffic hazard or detriment to traffic safety by reason of its size, location, movement, coloring, or method of illumination, or by obstructing the vision of drivers, or detracting from the visibility of any official traffic control device by diverting or tending to divert the attention of drivers of moving vehicles from traffic movement on streets, roads, intersections, or access facilities. No sign shall be erected so that it obstructs the vision of pedestrians by glare or method of illumination or constitutes a hazard to traffic. No sign may use words, phrases, symbols or characters in such a manner as to interfere with, mislead, or confuse traffic; 9. Any sign or advertising structure or supporting structure that is torn, damaged, defaced or destroyed; 10. Signs attached to poles installed by governmental agencies, utility poles, trees, rocks or other natural features; 11. Signs attached to benches, garbage cans, or other street furniture located within the public right-of-way; 12. Rotating signs; 13. Billboards; 14. Any sign which does not structurally or materially conform to the requirements of the city's adopted International Building Code. ~ J Nonconforming Signs. Permanent signs established legally oeietea: L prior to the adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter that do not conform to the regulations of this chapter with regard to number, size, height or location shall be allowed to remain as legal nonconforming signs except as follows: 1. Whenever a new building replaces the principal building. 2. When there is an expansion of an existing building, the requirements of this section shall apply only if there is an increase in floor area of 25 percent or more (including the cumulative Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 24 of 26 increase of previous expansions after the effective date of the ordinance amending this section). 3. Whenever a nonconforming use is replaced by a conforming use, the requirements of this section shall apply in full to the new use if and only if there is a change in required signage due to the zoning district. 4. Any sign, including the sign structure, now or hereafter existing which no longer advertises a bona fide business conducted or a product sold. Such sign(s) shall be taken down and removed by the owner, agent or person having the beneficial use of the land, building or structure upon which such sign may be found within 90 days after written notification from the building official. ~ S,. Master Sign Plans Authorized. The planning, building and Deietea: M community director has the authority to require a master sign plan to ensure a consistent and coordinated signage scheme for development proposals. In approving master sign plans under the provisions of this subsection, the director has the authority to approve signage schemes that allow for signs greater in area and height than allowed in the particular zone in which the development is located when a coordinated signage scheme is used. Master signage plans shall be recorded. (Ord. 6166 § 2, 2008; Ord. 5993 § 1, 2006; Ord. 5342 § 2, 2000; Ord. 4705 § 2, 1994; Ord. 4229 § 2, 1987.) Section 7. Extension of Time. In its deliberations on the text of this ordinance, the City of Auburn Planning Commission considered and recommended to the City Council that the Council consider up to two six month extension of the provisions of this Ordinance, should economic conditions warrant such extensions. The Planning Commission acknowledged that the extension of time is procedural and that no further Planning Commission action is required before City Council enactment of such extensions. Section 8. Implementation. The Mayor is hereby authorized to implement such administrative procedures as may be necessary to carry out the directions of this legislation. Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 25 of 26 Section 9. Severabilitv. The provisions of this ordinance are declared to be separate and severable. The invalidity of any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section or portion of this ordinance, or the invalidity of the application thereof to any person or circumstance shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this ordinance, or the validity of its application to other persons or circumstances. Section 10. Effective date. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force five days from and after its passage, approval and publication as provided by law. INTRODUCED: PASSED: APPROVED: CITY OF AUBURN PETER B. LEWIS MAYOR ATTEST: Danielle E. Daskam, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Daniel B. Heid, City Attorney Published: Ordinance No. 6263 August 27, 2009 Page 26 of 26 c. For multi-tenant buildings and/or multi-business complexes, each business shall be authorized to have a banner provided that the size of each banner shall be limited to maximum of 32 square feet. d. Banners as authorized herein shall not have the following: i. Illumination of any kind ii. Strobing or blinking or flashing lights iii. Electrical animation iv. Changeable reader copy, electronic or manual e. Banner signage shall not exceed the maximum height limitations of the underlying zoning district. f. Banners may have spinning elements attached to them including but not limited to flags or pennants or balloons or windsocks attached to them provided that they do not at any time constitute a traffic safety or pedestrian safety hazard. g. Subject to the issuance of a permit by the ptanning, building and community director expiring before September 16, 2010, banners shall be authorized to be placed in the Public ri9hts-of-waY, provided that placement in the public rights-of-way does not constitute a traffic safety or pedestrian safety hazard or does not create non-conformance to the American with Disabilities Act. h. Banners may be authorized to be placed in on-site landscape area and off-site on another private parcel of land that does not contain the business or service being advertised, provided that placement in on-site tandscape areas does not impede sight distance and that off-site placement on another property has received prior property owner authorization. - + y+~' " ~ , - .w n sF, . a w . ~ „ft.h,k . . vu~lE .•r. . Until September 16, 2010, portable signs shall be allowed in the RO, RO-H, CN, C-1, C-3, BP, LF, M-1, M-2, EP and the and the non-residential used properties in the Terrace View District and the PUD-Lakeland Hills South subject to compliance with the following as applicable: a. For single-tenant buildings and/or sites, one portable sign shall be allowed per building or property frontage, as applicable. b. Each business in a multi-tenant building and/or multi-building complex shall be limited to a a maximum of one (1) portable sign. c. For multi-tenant buildings and/or multi-building complexes that propose to place one or more portable signs within the on-site landscaped area at the intersection of two public or private streets or at a driveway intersection with a public or private street, compliance to the City's minimum sight distance requirements shall be maintained at all times. d. For multi-tenant buildings and/or multi-building complexes that propose to place one or more portable signs along the property street frontage of a public or private street, the total number of allowable portable signs along said frontage shall be limited as follows to reduce the visual and aesthetic impact to the City: i. 0-25 lineal feet of public or private street frontage = 1 portable sign every 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to a maximum of three (3) signs at any given time. ii. 26-50 lineal feet of public or private street frontage = 1 portable sign every 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to a maximum of four (4) signs at any given time. iii. 51-75 lineal feet of public or private street frontage = 1 portable sign every 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to maximum of five (5) signs at any given time. iv. 76-100 lineal feet of public or private street frontage = 1 portable sign every 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to a maximum of six (6) signs at any given time. v. 100-125 lineal feet of public or private street frontage = 1 portable sign every 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to a maximum of seven (7) signs at any given time. vi. 126-150 lineal feet of public or private street frontage = 1 portable sign every 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to a maximum of eight (8) signs at any given time. vii. 151-175 lineal feet of public or private street frontage = 1 portable sign every 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to a maximum of nine (9) signs at any given time. viii. 176 lineal feet and greater of public or private street frontage = 1 portable sign every 3 lineal feet of street frontage up to a maximum of ten (10) signs at any given time. ix. The Planning Director shall have the discretionary authority to authorize additional portable signs along a public or private street frontage when in his or her determination such allowance will not substantively impact the visual and/or aesthetic impact to the City and such allowance is warranted by physical site conditions or economic or business considerations or other factors as deemed reasonable by the Planning Director. e. Portable signs shall not be located in one or more existing parking spaces on a development site. f. Portable signs shall be displayed during regular business hours only, shall not be kept outside overnight and shall not be chained or otherwise secured to any building or structure or pole or sign or tree or other similar vegetation. g. Portable signs as authorized herein shall not have the following: i. Illumination of any kind ii. Strobing or blinking or flashing lights iii. Electrical animation iv. Changeable reader copy, electronic or manual h. Portable signs may have spinning elements including but not limited to flags or pennants or balloons or windsocks attached to them provided that they do not at any time constitute a traffic safety or pedestrian safety hazard. i. Portable signs advertising a business or service not located on the same site shall be allowed to be located off-site from the business or service being advertised provided that prior property owner authorization has been obtained by said business operator or service provider. j. Each portable sign shall have a maximum total sign size of 36 inches in height and 30 inches in width and be limited to two faces. k. Portable signs shall be allowed in the public right-of-way subject to the issuance of a permit by the planning, building and community director expiring before September 16, 2010, provided that any and all signs are not placed within vehicle travel lanes or improved/unimproved vehicle shoulder areas or bicycle lanes, are not placed in front of or block access to marked bus transit stops, do not interfere with or impede pedestrian traffic or crossings and do not create non-conformance to the American with Disabilities Act. J. Until September 16, 2010, off-premises directional signs shall be altowed in the RO, RO-H, CN, C-1, C-2, C-3, DUC, BP, :LF, M-1, M-2, EP, and the non-residential used properties in the Terrace View District and the PUD-Lakeland Hills South subject to compliance with the following as applicable: a. Off-premise directional signs as authorized herein shall not have the following: i. Illumination of any kind ii. Strobing or blinking or flashing lights iii. Electrical animation iv. Changeable reader copy, electronic or manual b. Off-premise directional signs may have spinning elements including but not limited to flags or pennants or balloons or windsocks attached to them provided that they do not at any time constitute a traffic safety or pedestrian safety hazard. c. Off-premise directional signs may be authorized to be placed in the public rights-of-way, subject to the issuance of a permit by the planning, building and community director expiring before September 16, 2010, provided that placement in the public rights- of-way does not constitute a traffic safety or pedestrian safety hazard and does not create non-conformance to the American with Disabilities Act. ~.~ag+~.23: StekeKiit6 d. Off-premises directional signs may be authorized to be placed in on-site landscape area, or off-site on another private ! parcel of land that does not contain the business or service being advertised, provided that placement in on-site landscape areas does not impede sight distance and that off-site placement on another property has received prior property owner authorization. e. Off-premise directional signs shall not be located in one or more existing parking spaces on a development site. f. Off-premise directional signs shall have a maximum sign face area of 8 inches by 24 inches and a total height of 42 inches inclusive of any wood, metal, plastic or other support and a maximum of two (2) sign faces. K.