A. Off-premises signs. Off-premises signs are prohibited except as authorized in this chapter. For exception see Section 20.960.090 Portable Signs in the Public Right-of-Way.

B. Flashing signs. Except where permitted by section regulation for a special district or time/temperature or similar public service information signs. For the purpose of this title, EMC’s consistent with the standards of VMC 20.960.040 I, -.050 I, -.060 I or -.070 I shall not be considered flashing signs.

C. Free-standing signs. Individual free-standing signs are prohibited in any business complex where a business complex sign exists.

D. Billboards. Billboards are prohibited in all zones.

E. Signs that obstruct. Any sign that substantially obstructs free and clear vision of exit, traffic intersection entrance, traffic sign or signal, or constitutes a traffic hazard by reasons thereof.

F. Signs containing unwarranted content. Any sign which contains statements, words, and pictures of an obscene character.

G. Signs which do not conform in structure or material to uniform codes. Any sign which does not structurally or materially conform to the requirements of the City Adopted Building Code as to structure or material except for signs permitted under Section 20.960.090 Temporary Right-of-Way Signs.

H. Projecting signs. No projecting sign may extend into a 2-foot setback from a curb line.

I. Signs with angle iron cages. Any sign whose main structural support is comprised of a visible angle iron cage.

J. Signs in Public Areas. No sign shall be placed or permitted to be placed on public property or public right-of-way except as permitted under Section 20.960.090 Portable Signs in the Public Right-of-Way, or signs on public buildings determined to be in the public interest by the Planning Official.

K. Miscellaneous signs and posters. The tacking, pasting, or otherwise affixing of any sign or signs of a miscellaneous character, visible from a public right-of-way, located on exterior walls of any building, barn, shed, tree, pole, post, fence or other structure is prohibited unless otherwise permitted.

L. Lighting of signs. Any sign which is found by the Planning Official to utilize an inordinate light source such as beacons, strobe lights, or reflectors.

M. Signs emitting pollutants. Any sign that emits audible sound, odor, or visible matter.

N. Garage sale signs. Any sign or signs advertising a garage sale to be held at a given premises which is posted for more than 7 calendar days in any one calendar year.

O. Commercial signs advertising card room gambling or other games of chance prohibited by state law or city ordinance.

P. Banner Signs. Banners used for advertising are prohibited unless otherwise specified in this code.

Q. Signs associated with single family uses. Signs for uses allowed within single family homes are prohibited.

R. Rotating Signs. Rotating signs are prohibited in all zoning districts.

S. Rooftop Signs. Rooftop signs are prohibited in all zoning districts.

T. Any other sign. Any other sign that does not conform to all provisions of this code. (Ord. M-4034 § 33, 12/03/2012; Ord. M-3868 § 5, 02/25/2008; Ord. M-3643, 01/26/2004; Ord. M-3266 § 2, 1996)