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Resolution #3326 A resolution was read authorizing the temporary closure of Burnett Ave. N.
Streets: Burnett Ave N between N. 5th and N. 6th Streets for utility replacement and road restoration.
(5th to 6th) Temporary MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
Closure COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 5/18/98 for second and final reading:
Development Services: An ordinance was read amending Section 4-6-9 of Chapter 6, Environmental
Optional DNS Process Ordinance (SEPA), of Title IV (Building Regulations), of City Code by
adopting the optional DNS process by reference. MOVED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 5/18/98.
CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4721 An ordinance was read vacating a portion of SW 16th St. and Monster Rd. SW
Vacation: SW between SW Grady Way and SW Jackson St. (Schober, VAC-97-003).
16th/Monster Rd MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
(Schober, VAC-97-003) ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION
CARRIED.
Ordinance #4722 An ordinance was read repealing the existing Title IV (Building Regulations)
Development Services: of City Code and adopting the reorganized Title IV (Development
City Code Title IV Regulations). MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
Reorganization NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL
CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance #4723 An ordinance was read amending Title I (Administrative), Title II
Development Services: (Commissions and Boards), Title III (Departments), Title V (Business
City Code Title IV Regulations), Title VII (Fire Regulations), Title VIII (Health and Sanitation),
Reorganization and Title IX (Public Ways and Property) of City Code by incorporating Code
language which was formerly located within Title IV (Building Regulations),
and deleting certain Code sections which will now be located within Title IV.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL:
ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance #4724 An ordinance was read amending Chapter 20, Sign Code, of Title IV (Building
Development Services: Regulations) of City Code by allowing electronic message board signs for auto
Electronic Msg Board dealerships located within the Automall Area. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
Signs for Auto Dealerships SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
(Automall Area) PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
C ah- c)re •
NEW BUSINESS MOVED BY CORMAN, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL DIRECT
Parks: Hydroplane Race at THE ADMINISTRATION TO EXTEND AN INVITATION TO THE
Gene Coulon Park LIMITED HYDROPLANE RACE SPONSORS TO HOST ANOTHER RACE
AT GENE COULON BEACH PARK.*
*FRIENDLY AMENDMENT PROPOSED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
ACCEPTED BY CORMAN, THE ADMINISTRATION ALSO FORWARD
POSITIVE CITIZEN COMMENTS REGARDING THE RACE TO THE
SPONSORS. MOTION CARRIED.
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Amends ORD 3719
CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON
ORDINANCE NO. 4707
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING
SUBSECTION 4-20-12 .C.6 OF CHAPTER 20, SIGN CODE, OF TITLE
IV (BUILDING REGULATIONS) , OF ORDINANCE NO. 4260 ENTITLED
"CODE OF GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF RENTON,
WASHINGTON" BY ALLOWING LARGER FREESTANDING SIGNS FOR
AUTO DEALERSHIPS LOCATED IN THE AUTOMALL AREA.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN
AS FOLLOWS :
SECTION I. Subsection 4-20-12 .C . 6 of Chapter 20 , Sign
Code, of Title IV (Building Regulations) , of Ordinance No. 4260
entitled "Code of General Ordinances of the City of Renton,
Washington" is hereby amended to read as follows :
6. Motor Vehicle Dealership Over One Acre of Contiguous
Ownership or Control :
a. Each motor vehicle dealership located within the
Automall area is allowed:
(1) Its appropriate wall or under marquee sign as
stated in the Sign Code, and;
(2) One freestanding sign per street frontage not
to exceed an area greater than one and one-half (1 1/2 ' ) square
feet for each linear foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of
two hundred (200 ' ) square feet per sign face and a maximum of four
hundred (400 ' ) square feet including all sign faces, or;
(3) One freestanding sign per street frontage not
to exceed an area greater than one and one-half (1 1/2 ' ) square
feet for each lineal foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of
one hundred fifty (150 ' ) square feet per sign face and a maximum of
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three hundred (300 ' ) square feet including all sign faces . In
addition to the above, each dealership is allowed a maximum of two
(2) accessory ground signs per street frontage, each for a separate
business activity located on the property which can reasonably be
related to the primary business . These signs shall not exceed a
height of ten feet (10 ' ) and a total sign area of twenty five (25 ' )
square feet if single faced or fifty (50 ' ) square feet including
all sign faces . The accessory signs must also maintain a minimum
twenty foot (20 ' ) setback and be no closer than one hundred fifty
feet (150 ' ) to any other accessory ground sign.
b. Each motor vehicle dealership located outside the
Automall area is allowed:
(1) Its appropriate wall or under marquee sign as
stated in the Sign Code, and;
(2) One freestanding, roof, ground, or projecting
sign per street frontage not to exceed an area greater than one and
one-half (1 1/2 ' ) square feet for each lineal foot of property
frontage, up to a maximum of one hundred fifty (150 ' ) square feet
per sign face and a maximum of three hundred (300 ' ) square feet
including all sign faces, or;
(3) One freestanding sign per street frontage not
to exceed an area greater than one and one-half (1 1/2 ' ) square
feet for each lineal foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of
one hundred (100 ' ) square feet per sign face and a maximum of two
hundred (200 ' ) square feet including all sign faces . In addition
to the above, each dealership is allowed a maximum of two (2)
accessory ground signs per street frontage, each for a separate
business activity located on the property which can reasonably be
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related to the primary business . These signs shall not exceed a
height of ten feet (10 ' ) and a total sign area of twenty five (25 ' )
square feet if single faced or fifty (50 ' ) square feet including
all sign faces . The accessory signs must also maintain a minimum
twenty foot (20 ' ) setback and be no closer than one hundred fifty
feet (150 ' ) to any other accessory ground sign.
SECTION II . This Ordinance shall be effective upon its
passage, approval , and thirty days after publication.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 9th day of February , 1998 .
Marily etersen, City Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 9th day of February 1998 .
Jes Tanner, Mayor
Approved a to form:
Lawrence J. Warre City Attorney
Date of Publication: February 13, 1998 (Summary)
ORD. 702 :2/05/98 :as .
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February 9. 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 54
Resolution #3307 A resolution was read approving the Winsper II Final Plat (formerly known as
Plat: Winsper II, Final, S the O'Connor plat); 46 single family lots on 10.21 acres in the vicinity of S.
Main St & 34th Ave S, Main St. and 34th Ave. S., File No. FP-98-002. MOVED BY PARKER,
FP-98-002 SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
EDNSP: CD Zone Mike Kattermann, Director of Neighborhoods & Strategic Planning, explained
Moratorium re Gas the request for a limited moratorium on gas stations and vehicle services,
Stations, Vehicle Service repairs, rentals and/or leasings, etc. in the Center Downtown (CD) zone.
etc. Noting that the City has been working for some time to redevelop the
downtown, he said staff is currently drafting amendments to the City Code
that would severely restrict or prohibit these types of uses in this area.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler noted that this matter has been referred to
the Planning & Development Committee, where it will be discussed later this
week.
Resolution #3308 A resolution was read declaring a moratorium on the permitting of new and
EDNSP: CD Zone used vehicle sales, rental, leasing, repair and service including gas stations and
Moratorium re Gas car washes within the Center Downtown (CD) zone of the City, and
Stations, Vehicle Service establishing a hearing date on March 2, 1998, to take testimony on whether
etc the moratorium should be continued. MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED
BY CORMAN, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4706 An ordinance was read adopting the 1997 amendments to the zoning
Zoning: 1997 Map Book classifications of properties located within the City of Renton. MOVED BY
and Wall Map Adoption KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED.*
Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington confirmed that the ordinance has
been amended subsequent to comments from a citizen last week. The new
language stipulates that any rezone ordinances adopted after formal approval
of the zoning maps shall amend the maps.
*ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
The following ordinance was presented for first reading and advanced to
second and final reading:
Development Services: An ordinance was read amending subsection 4-20-12.C.6 of Chapter 20, Sign
Sign Code Amendments Code, of Title IV (Building Regulations) of City Code by allowing larger
(Automall Freestanding freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in the Automall area. MOVED
Signs) BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL
ADVANCE THE ORDINANCE TO SECOND AND FINAL READING.
CARRIED.
Ordinance #4707 Following second and final reading of the above-referenced ordinance, it was
Development Services: MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL
Sign Code Amendments ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES.
.(Automall Freestanding MOTION CARRIED.
Signs)
February 9. 1998 `'"' Renton City Council Minutes Page 53
OLD BUSINESS Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Planning & Development report recommending concurrence with the staff recommendation to amend
Committee the Sign Code to allow larger freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in
Development Services: the Automall area, intended as an incentive for dealerships to locate to the
Sign Code Amendments Automall. The Sign Code amendment would essentially increase the maximum
(Automall Freestanding allowable size of freestanding signs by 50 square feet for auto dealerships
Signs) located in the Automall area. The Committee further recommended that this
ordinance be presented for first reading and advanced to second and final
reading this evening. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 54 for ordinance.)
Transportation Committee Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
Transportation: recommending that Council direct the Administration to adopt the proposed
Neighborhood Safety neighborhood safety awareness sign "Drive Safely for Our Children's Sake."
Awareness Signs The Committee further recommended that the Administration adopt the
proposed policy and procedures for the employment of the neighborhood
safety awareness sign. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY
CORMAN, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED.
Transportation: Transportation (Aviation) Committee Chair Schlitzer presented a report
Transportation regarding the proposed Transportation Concurrency Ordinance, required by
Concurrency Ordinance the Growth Management Act (GMA), which would allow Renton to approve
or deny development on the basis of whether the City's transportation level of
service would be degraded below the adopted standard. Currently, an interim
concurrency system is included in the Transportation Element of the
Comprehensive Plan. In accordance with Council's direction on October 27,
1997, the proposed ordinance was sent to the State Department of Community,
Trade and Economic Development for the required 60-day review period. No
comments were received. The Committee therefore recommended that a
public hearing be held on February 23, 1998, to take testimony on the
proposed ordinance. MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3304 A resolution was read approving the Valley Vue Estates final plat; 34 lots on
Plat: Valley Vue Estates, 8.4 acres located in the vicinity of Shattuck Ave. S. and S. 20th Place.
Final, Shattuck Ave S/S MOVED BY SCHLITZER, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
20th P1, FP-97-133 COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3305 A resolution was read establishing a public hearing on February 23, 1998, to
EDNSP: Declaration of consider declaring certain City-owned real property as surplus; property
DT-Area Surplus Property generally being located west of Logan Ave. S., south of S. 2nd St., north of S.
(Sale to Daily Homes Inc) 3rd St., and east of Morris Ave. S. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3306 A resolution was read setting a hearing date for March 2, 1998, to take
Vacation: Kirkland P1 NE testimony on vacating the east 18 feet of the 2000 block of Kirkland Pl. NE
(Keller/Abrahamson, (Keller/Abrahamson, VAC-97-007). MOVED BY PARKER, SECONDED BY
VAC-97-007) SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
APPROVED BY
CITY COUNCIL
Date —9 77
PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
COMMITTEE REPORT
February 9, 1998
Sign Code Amendments -Automall
(Referred January 26, 1998)
The Planning and Development Committee recommends concurrence with the staff recommendation to amend
the sign code to allow larger freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in the Automall area, intended as
an incentive for dealerships to locate to the Automall. The sign code amendment would essentially increase the
maximum allowable size of freestanding signs by 50 square feet for auto dealerships located in the Automall
area.
The Committee recommends first reading of the ordinance on February 9, 1998.
16.21-66.1 tit)
(Kathy K olker-Wheeler, Chair
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T. Schlitzer,Vice Chair
Dan Clawson,Member
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James Hanson
Mike Kattermann
February 2. 1998 ` ' Renton City Council Minutes ..r Page 43
Zoning: 1997 Map Book An ordinance was read adopting the 1997 amendments to the zoning
and Wall Map Adoption classifications of properties located within the City of Renton. MOVED BY
EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL REFER THE
ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING ON 2/09/98.
CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for second and final reading:
Ordinance #4703 An ordinance was read amending Sections 4-10-12, 4-18-4, 4-32.6.H and 4-
Development Services: 36-5 of Title IV (Building Regulations), and Section 8-1-4.K of Title VIII
Construction Mitigation (Health and Sanitation) of City Code by adding regularly-imposed SEPA
Measures (Formerly mitigation measures as development standards. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
SEPA) SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS
PRESENTED. ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance #4704 An ordinance was read amending subsections 4-31-4.1.B.6, 4-31-4.2.B.6, 4-
Development Services: 31-4.3.B.6, 4-31-5.B.6, 4-31-6.B.6 and 4-31-7.B.6 of Chapter 31, Zoning
Temporary Dwellings for Code, of Title IV (Building Regulations) of City Code by adding park trailers
Medical Hardships and recreational vehicles as allowed types of temporary dwellings for cases of
medical hardships. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED. ROLL
CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance #4705 An ordinance was read amending subsection 6-25-4.A of Chapter 25,
Legal: Sitting or Lying on Pedestrian Interference, of Title VI (Police Regulations) of City Code by
Public Sidewalks after 9:00 extending the prohibition on sitting or lying on public sidewalks until 12:00
p.m. midnight. MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY KEOLKER-
WHEELER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE ORDINANCE AS PRESENTED.
ROLL CALL: ALL AYES. MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS Councilman Corman expressed concern about a "limit line" presumably laid by
WSDOT: Ramp Metering the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) on the
"Limit Line" on I-405 at northbound on-ramp of I-405 at NE 30th Street. Saying the line appears to
NE 30th St On-Ramp be compatible with a ramp metering system, he asked that the Administration
look into whether it should be removed since it constitutes a hazard, and ramp
metering will not occur in Renton anytime soon.
City Clerk: Channel 28 On another subject, Councilman Corman complimented the City Clerk's Office
Programming and and the Animal Control Officer for the new feature on Renton's government
Schedule channel that advertises lost animals in an attempt to locate their owners.
Council President Edwards added that this channel now has a variety of
programming. He suggested that its schedule be made available via
CitySource, Renton's monthly newsletter to its citizens.
City Clerk Marilyn Petersen replied that a programming schedule for Channel
28 is aired at the beginning of each hour. Staff is also considering including
the schedule on the City's web site.
AUDIENCE COMMENT Bruce Bryant, 2903 SW 115th St., Seattle, 98146, representing Michael Scarff,
Citizen Comment: Bryant asked that Council split the issues of the proposed Sign Code amendments and
- Sign Code Amendment move forward on the Automall freestanding signs matter. He felt the latter
for Automall Freestandin: hange could be handled separately from the issue of electronic message board
Signs signs, which Council has indicated it is not yet ready to act on.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler agreed, noting it is Council's intention to
proceed in the manner suggested by Mr. Bryant.
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RENTON CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
February 2, 1998 Council Chambers
Monday, 7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Jesse Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and called the
meeting of the Renton City Council to order.
ROLL CALL OF BOB EDWARDS, Council President; RANDY CORMAN; TIMOTHY
COUNCILMEMBERS SCHLITZER; KING PARKER; DAN CLAWSON; KATHY KEOLKER-
WHEELER; TONI NELSON.
CITY STAFF IN JESSE TANNER, Mayor; JAY COVINGTON, Chief Administrative Officer;
ATTENDANCE DAVID DEAN, Assistant City Attorney; MARILYN PETERSEN, City Clerk;
GREGG ZIMMERMAN, Planning/Building/Public Works Administrator; SUE
CARLSON, Economic Development, Neighborhoods and Strategic Planning
Administrator; MICHAEL KATTERMANN, Director of Neighborhoods &
Strategic Planning; PETER ROSEN, Senior Planner; CHIEF GARRY
ANDERSON, Police Department.
APPROVAL OF MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL
COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVE THE MINUTES OF JANUARY 26, 1998, AS PRESENTED.
CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING This being the date set and proper notices having been posted and published
Development Services: in accordance with local and State laws, Mayor Tanner opened the public
Sign Code Amendments hearing to consider the proposed Sign Code amendments to allow larger
(Autoin' rF1'e naing ' freestanding signs in the Automall; and to allow electronic message board
Signs. Electronic Msg signs in commercial and industrial areas.
Boards)
Peter Rosen, Senior Planner, explained that the first proposed change would
allow larger freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in the Automall
area. Meant as an incentive for dealerships to locate to the Automall, it
would increase the maximum allowable size of freestanding signs by 50 square
feet, per sign face, for these businesses.
Mr. Rosen said the amendment would give auto dealerships in the Automall
two alternatives for signage, as follows:
1. One freestanding sign per street frontage, up to a maximum of 200
square feet per sign face (previously limited to 150 square feet per
sign face); or
2. One smaller freestanding sign per street frontage along with two
accessory ground signs. The freestanding sign would be limited to a
maximum of 150 square feet per sign face (previously limited to 100
square feet per sign face).
Continuing, Mr. Rosen said the second proposed amendment would allow
electronic message board signs in commercial and industrial zones, in response
to the increasing demand for these signs. Electronic message board signs are
currently prohibited with 75 feet of all public rights-of-way.
Audience comment was invited.
Frank Gonzales, 3403 - 16th St., Everett, 98201, representing Jerry Solomon's
used cars, said Renton's Board of Adjustment denied this dealership's request
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for a variance that would allow it to have an electronic message board sign.
He therefore supported the change to allow these signs, and asked that the
required setback be no greater than ten feet.
Mr. Rosen confirmed that in the Automall area, the setback for freestanding
signs is ten feet, whereas the setback for accessory ground signs is twenty
feet.
Councilman Corman expressed concern that the advanced technology of some
electronic message board signs yields TV-like resolution. He feared these
could be distracting to drivers. Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler responded
that before any action is taken to expand the use of these signs, the City
Attorney's office will research information on how they -- and their content -
- can be regulated.
There being no further public comment, it was MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY EDWARDS, COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING.
CARRIED.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL REFER
THIS MATTER BACK TO THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE. CARRIED. (See page 43 for additional discussion.)
ADMINISTRATIVE Chief Administrative Officer Jay Covington reviewed a written administrative
REPORT report summarizing the City's recent progress towards goals and work
programs adopted as part of its business plan for 1998 and beyond. Items
noted included:
* A new program, TV-W, has been added to Renton's government
access channel lineup. The program provides unedited coverage of
State government deliberations and public policy events of statewide
significance.
* Another new feature on the government access channel will attempt
to find owners of lost pets picked up by Renton's Animal Control
officer.
* Bill Larson, who retired from the Fire Department last year, was
selected as the 1997 Firefighter of the Year.
* The Army Corps of Engineers issued a nationwide permit for the
SR-167 Culvert Improvement Project, a joint project between
Renton's Surface Water Utility and the Washington State Department
of Transportation (WSDOT).
AUDIENCE COMMENT Ralph Evans, 3306 NE 11th P1., Renton, 98056, stated his strong disagreement
Citizen Comment: Evans - with the fact that in the event of a discrepancy between Renton's approved
Annual Zoning Map rezone ordinances and its official Zoning Map, the map is the designated
Adoption authority. Saying it should be the other way around, with the ordinances
ruling in the event of any conflict, he noted that zoning ordinances are
adopted throughout the year, but the last official Zoning Map was adopted in
August of 1996. According to Renton's Code, however, the 1996 map would
prevail in the event of a conflict, even though it does not reflect any of the
zoning changes made in 1997.
Mayor Tanner agreed that Mr. Evans has raised a good point, which the
Administration will have the City Attorney look into.
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DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL
The proposal is for two separate sign code amendments: 1) to allow larger freestanding
signs for auto dealerships located in the Automall area, and 2) to allow for electronic
message board signs in commercial and industrial zones.
The sign code amendment to allow larger freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in
the Automall is intended as an incentive for dealerships to locate to the Automall. It
would essentially increase the maximum allowable size of freestanding signs by 50 square
feet for auto dealerships located in the Automall area.
The existing sign code allows auto dealerships one freestanding sign per street frontage
based on a ratio of one and one-half(1 1/2) square feet of sign area for each linear foot of
property frontage. The proposed sign code amendment would not alter the ratio, but
increases the limits on the maximum size permitted. The sign code amendment would
allow an auto dealership within the A.utomall to have a choice of either 1) one freestanding
sign per street frontage up to a maximum of 200 square feet per sign face, increased from
the existing limit of 150 square feet per sign face, or 2) one freestanding sign per street
frontage up to a maximum of 150 square feet per sign face, increased from the existing
limit of 100 square per sign face. In addition to the above option 2), a dealership would
be allowed two accessory ground signs per street frontage, as presently permitted by code.
The second amendment is to allow electronic message board signs, recognizing the
changes and advances in sign technology and responds to the increasing demand for
electronic message board signs. Presently, electronic message board signs are prohibited
under a sign code provision which prohibits signs with any of the following features:
animated, revolving more than eight (8) revolutions per minute, blinking and flashing. The
existing code prohibits these signs within 75 feet of all public rights-of-way. Exceptions
are public service signs, such as those which give the time, temperature and/or humidity.
The proposed sign code amendment would add a new definition to the sign code for
electronic message board signs. It would also amend the prohibited sign provision to
allow for electronic message board signs.
An edited version of the proposed sign code amendments is on the back side of the page.
CHAPTER 20 - SIGN CODE
1)Auto Dealership Automall Signs
4-20-12: SIZE, NUMBER AND HEIGHT OF SIGNS:
4-20-12C6. Motor Vehicle Dealership Over One Acre of Contiguous Ownership or Control:
a. Each Motor Vehicle Dealership Located Within the Automall Area:
I) One freestanding sian per street frontage not to exceed an area greater than one and one-half (1 1/2)
square feet for each linear foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet
per sign face and a maximum of four hundred (400) square feet including all sign faces, or;
ii) One freestanding sign per street frontage not to exceed an area greater than one and one-half (1 1/2)
square feet for each lineal foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of one hundred fifty (150) square
feet per sign face and a maximum of three hundred (300) square feet including all sign faces. In addition
to the above, each dealership is allowed a maximum of two (2) accessory ground signs per street
frontage, each for a separate business activity located on the property which can reasonably be related
to the primary business. These signs shall not exceed a height of ten feet (10') and a total sign area of
twenty five (25) square feet if single faced or fifty (50) square feet including all sign faces. The
accessory signs must also maintain a minimum twenty foot (20') setback and be no closer than one
hundred fifty feet (150') to any other accessory ground sign, and;
iii) Each motor vehicle dealership is also allowed its appropriate wall or under marquee sign as stated in
the Sign Code.
b. Each Motor Vehicle Dealerships Located Outside the Automall Area:
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One freestanding sign per street frontage not to exceed an area
greater than one and one-half (11/2) square feet for each lineal foot of property frontage, which-the
b up to a maximum of one two hundred (2100) square feet per sign face;or-i#-such--sign
and a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet
including all sign faces. In addition to the above, each dealership is allowed a maximum of one two (2)
accessory freestanding- ground signs per street frontage, for each for a separate business activity
located on the property which can reasonably be related to the primary business. These signs shall not
exceed a height of ten feet (10') and a total sign area of twenty five (25) square feet if single faced or
fifty (50) square feet-if-doubted-Mead including all sign faces. They The accessory skins must also
maintain a minimum twenty foot (20') setback and be no closer than one hundred fifty feet (150') to any
other accessory-freestanding ground sign, or;
ii) One freestanding, roof, ground, or proiectincl sign per street frontage not to exceed an area greater
than one and one-half (1 1/2) square feet for each lineal foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of
one hundred fifty (150) square feet per sign face and a maximum of three hundred (300) square feet
including all sign faces, and;
iii) Each dealership is allowed its appropriate wall or under marquee sign as stated in the Sign Code.
2) Electronic Message Board Signs
4-20-2: DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
ELECTRONIC MESSAGE BOARD SIGN: Signs whose alphabetic, pictographic, or symbolic
informational content can be changed or altered on a fixed display screen composed of electrically
illuminated segments.
4-20-8: PROHIBITED SIGNS AND DEVICES:
4-20-8A. The following signs or devices are specifically prohibited:
4-20-8A3. All of the following signs within seventy five feet (75') of the public right of way with any of the
following features: animated, revolving more than eight (8) revolutions per minute, blinking and flashing.
Exceptions are public service signs, such as those which give the time, temperature and/or humidity and
electronic message board signs.
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CITY OF RENTON
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Renton City Council has fixed February 2, 1998,
at 7:30 p.m. as the date and time for a public hearing to be held in the second floor
Council Chambers of the Renton Municipal Building, 200 Mill Avenue South, Renton
98055, to consider the following:
Proposed Sign Code amendments in Automall to allow larger freestanding signs; and
in commercial/industrial zones to allow electronic message board signs.
All interested persons are invited to attend the hearing and present oral or written
comments in support or opposition to the proposal. The Municipal Building is fully
accessible, and interpretive services for the hearing impaired will be provided upon prior
notice.
Marilyn I. a sen
City Clerk
Published: South County Journal
January 16, 1998
Account No. 50640
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1/14/98 per P.Rosen:
Bruce Bryant
2903 — SW 115th St.
Seattle, WA 98146
Jerald Solomon
Renton Lincoln—Mercury
201. S. 7th St.
Renton, WA 98055
CITY OF RENTON
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
RENTON CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Renton City Council has fixed February 2, 1998,
at 7:30 p.m. as the date and time for a public hearing to be held in the second floor
Council Chambers of the Renton Municipal Building, 200 Mill Avenue South, Renton
98055, to consider the following:
Proposed Sign Code amendments in Automall to allow larger freestanding signs; and
in commercial/industrial zones to allow electronic message board signs.
All interested persons are invited to attend the hearing and present oral or written
comments in support or opposition to the proposal. The Municipal Building is fully
accessible, and interpretive services for the hearing impaired will be provided upon prior
notice.
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Marilyn ff. ersen
City Clerk
Published: South County Journal
January 16, 1998
Account No. 50640
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January 26, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 32
for its approval. Mr. Covington offered to forward minutes of the committee
meetings to Council for its information.
MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY PARKER, COUNCIL
APPROVE THE CONTRACT WITH BERGER PARTNERSHIP AS
PRESENTED. CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read from Richard L. Kirk, Chairman, Washington State
Citizen Comment: Kirk - World War II Memorial Fundraising Campaign, PO Box 41150, Olympia,
World War II Memorial 98504, requesting a $5,000 contribution to support the memorial. MOVED BY
Contribution Request PARKER, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL REFER THIS
CORRESPONDENCE TO THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE.
CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Community Services Committee Chair Nelson presented a report
Community Services recommending concurrence in the recommendation of staff and the Park
Committee Board to allow a limited hydroplane race at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach
Parks: Hydroplane Race at Park on April 25 and 26, 1998. The authorization is contingent on receiving
Gene Coulon Park approval from and coordination with the City of Renton Human Resources
and Risk Management Department, Police Department, Fire Department,
Coast Guard and the American Power Boat Association and any other agencies
or departments as required. MOVED BY NELSON, SECONDED BY
CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT AS
READ. CARRIED.
Planning & Develonment Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Committee report recommending concurrence with the staff recommendation to approve
Development Services: park trailers and recreational vehicles as types of temporary dwellings
Temporary Dwellings for permitted in residential zones for cases of medical hardship. The City Council
Medical Hardships adopted an ordinance in December, 1995 allowing manufactured homes to be
permitted as a temporary dwelling if an applicant demonstrates it as necessary
to provide for daily care in the case of a medical hardship. The Committee
recommended expanding this provision to allow park trailers and recreational
vehicles to be included as types of temporary dwellings permitted for
demonstrated cases of medical hardship. The Committee further
recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter be presented for first
reading. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY
SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT.
CARRIED. (See page 34 for ordinance.)
Development Services: Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Construction Mitigation report regarding proposed amendments to the Renton Municipal Code which
Measures (Formerly would codify construction mitigation measures regularly imposed through the
SEPA) State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The Committee concurred with the
staff recommendation to codify typically-imposed SEPA mitigation measures.
The Committee further recommended that the ordinance regarding this matter
be presented for first reading. MOVED BY KEOLKER-WHEELER,
SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 33 for ordinance.)
Development Services: Planning & Development Committee Chair Keolker-Wheeler presented a
Sign Code Amendments report regarding two proposed amendments to the Sign Code that would 1)
(Electronic Msg Boards, allow larger freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in the Automall
Automall Signage) area, and 2) allow for electronic message board signs in commercial and
industrial zones. The Sign Code amendment to allow larger freestanding signs
for auto dealerships located in the Automall is intended as an incentive for
dealerships to locate to the Automall. It would essentially increase the
maximum allowable size of freestanding signs by 50 square feet for these
January 26. 1998 Renton City Council Minutes Page 33
r businesses. The amendment to allow electronic message board signs recognizes
changes and advances in sign technology, and responds to the increasing
demand for electronic message board signs. The Committee noted that a
public hearing has been set for February 2, 1998. It requested that an
ordinance be prepared for the proposed amendments. MOVED BY
KEOLKER-WHEELER, SECONDED BY CLAWSON, COUNCIL CONCUR
I, IN THE COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED.
Councilmember Keolker-Wheeler requested that between now and next week's
public hearing, the City Attorney's Office research information relating to the
concern that electronic message boards could conceivably broadcast material
that might not be appropriate for children. She noted this issue involves First
Amendment free speech rights as well as the City's interest in regulating
signage and its content.
Finance Committee Finance Committee Chair Parker presented a report recommending approval
Finance: Vouchers of Claims Vouchers #155110 - 155491; one wire transfer in the total amount
of $3,080,980.33; approval of Payroll Vouchers #157679 - 157937; and 606
direct deposits in the total amount of $1,347,468.59. MOVED BY PARKER,
SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE COMMITTEE
REPORT. CARRIED.
Public Safety Committee Public Safety Committee Chair Corman presented a report regarding the
Legal: Sitting or Lying on prohibition against sitting or lying down on public sidewalks in defined zones.
Public Sidewalks after 9:00 The Committee met on January 12, 1998, to consider an ordinance amending
p.m. the current prohibition against sitting or lying down on public sidewalks in
defined zones between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., to extend the prohibition until
midnight. The Committee discussed the fact that many businesses within the
defined zones are open past 9:00 p.m. It felt that extension of the hours was
necessary to keep the sidewalks free for use by patrons and employees of
businesses within the defined zones. The Committee recommended that the
ordinance regarding this matter be presented for first reading. MOVED BY
CORMAN, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL CONCUR IN THE
COMMITTEE REPORT. CARRIED. (See page 34 for ordinance.)
ORDINANCES AND The following resolutions were presented for reading and adoption:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution #3301 A resolution was read setting a hearing date for February 16, 1998, to take
Vacation: Kirkland PI NE testimony on the proposal to vacate the east 18 feet of the 2000 block of
(Keller/Abrahamson, Kirkland Place NE (Keller/Abrahamson, VAC-97-007). MOVED BY
VAC-97-007) EDWARDS, SECONDED BY NELSON, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
Resolution #3302 A resolution was read authorizing signatures for depositories and electronic
Finance: Authorized fund transfers on behalf of and in the name of the City of Renton. MOVED
Banking Signatures BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY SCHLITZER, COUNCIL ADOPT THE
RESOLUTION AS PRESENTED. CARRIED.
The following ordinances were presented for first reading and referred to the
Council meeting of 2/02/98 for second and final reading:
Development Services: An ordinance was read amending Sections 4-10-12, 4-18-4, 4-32.6.H and 4-
Construction Mitigation 36-5 of Title IV (Building Regulations), and Section 8-1-4.K of Title VIII
Measures (Formerly (Health and Sanitation) of City Code by adding regularly-imposed SEPA
SEPA) mitigation measures as development standards. MOVED BY EDWARDS,
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APPROVED BY
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PLANNING&DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
COMMITTEE REPORT
January 26, 1998
Sign Code Amendments-Automall/Electronic Message Board Signs
(Referred January 12, 1998)
The Planning and Development Committee considered two sign code amendments: 1) to allow larger
freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in the Automall area, and 2) to allow for electronic message
board signs in commercial and industrial zones.
The sign code amendment to allow larger freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in the Automall is
intended as an incentive for dealerships to locate to the Automall. It would essentially increase the maximum
allowable size of freestanding signs by 50 square feet for auto dealerships located in the Automall area. The
amendment to allow electronic message board signs recognizes changes and advances in sign technology and
responds to the increasing demand for electronic message board signs.
The Committee recommends that a public hearing be set for February 2, 1998 and that an ordinance be
prepared for the proposed code amendments.
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Kathy Kee, er-Wheeler, Chair
Tim Schlitzer, c hair
Dan Clawson,Mem er
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James Hanson
Mike Kattermann
January 12, 1998 Renton City Council Minutes : Page 15
Appeal: Carport Setback City Clerk submitted appeal of Hearing Examiner's decision denying the
Variance Request, 2308 appeal from an administrative decision regarding a request for a carport
SE 19th St, setback variance at 2308 SE 19th St.; appeal filed on 12/29/97 by Terry and
Williams/AAD-97-166 Gina Williams (AAD-97-166). Refer to Planning & Development Committee.
Court Case: 98-0 1, Franz Court Case filed by Scott J. Terry, 400 W. Gowe, Kent, 98032, representing
v Renton Eve Franz, claiming damages in an undetermined amount for injuries
sustained on 1/04/95 when plaintiff fell near the Renton Senior Activity
Center, allegedly due to an uneven walkway. Refer to City Attorney and
Insurance Services.
Development Services: Development Services Division submitted proposed amendments to the Sign
Sign Code Amendments Code to allow larger freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in the
(Automall Freestanding Automall, and to permit electronic message board signs in commercial and
Signs, Electronic Msg industrial zones. Refer to Planning & Development Committee; set public
Boards)_„fr hearing for February 2, 1998, to take testimony on the proposed changes.
Rezone: Liberty Park, Hearing Examiner recommended approval of City-sponsored rezone of Liberty
from P-1 to CA, R-97- Park from P-1 (Public Use) to Arterial Commercial (CA), File No. R-97-113.
113 Council concur. (See page 18 for ordinance.)
Rezone: Cedar River Trail Hearing Examiner recommended approval of City-sponsored rezone of Cedar
Park, from P-1 to IH, R- River Trail Park from P-1 (Public Use) to Heavy Industrial (IH), File No. R-
97-114 97-114. Council concur. (See page 18 for ordinance.)
Rezone: King County Hearing Examiner recommended approval of City-sponsored rezone of the
Drainage Channel King County Drainage Channel located north of Monster Rd. SW, on the
(Monster Rd) from P-1 to north side of the channel drainage pond, from P-1 (Public Use) to Resource
RC, R-97-116 Conservation (RC), File No. R-97-116. Council concur. (See page 18 for
ordinance.)
Rezone: Wash St Drainage Hearing Examiner recommended approval of City-sponsored rezone of the
Channel (Monster Rd) Washington State Drainage Channel located at approximately 556 Monster
from P-1 to RC, R-97- Road SW from P-1 (Public Use) to Resource Conservation (RC), File No. R-
117 97-117. Council concur. (See page 19 for ordinance.)
Added Item Community Services Department recommended that a limited hydroplane race
Parks: Hydroplane Race at be held at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park on April 25 and 26, 1998,
Gene Coulon Park under the sanction of the American Power Boat Association. Refer to
Community Services Committee.
MOVED BY EDWARDS, SECONDED BY CORMAN, COUNCIL APPROVE
THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED TO INCLUDE ADDED ITEM 7.i.
CARRIED.
OLD BUSINESS Council President Edwards presented a Committee of the Whole report
Committee of the Whole recommending that Council authorize the following issues as the City of
Council: 1998 Legislative Renton's 1998 legislative priorities:
Issues
State and Local Transportation Funding. Support a comprehensive
revenue package that recognizes the need for a long-term sustainable
transportation revenue stream. Support an increase in the state gas tax
and seek approval of new transportation revenue sources. Support
existing formulas and increases in the dedicated distribution of gas tax
revenue to cities, counties, transit, and the Transportation
Improvement Board.
CITY OF RENTON COUNCIL AGENDA BILL
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Submitting Data: Planning/Building/Public Works For Agenda of: January 12, 1998
Dept/Div/Board.. Development Services Division
Staff Contact Peter Rosen(x2719) Agenda Status
Consent X
Subject: Public Hearing...
Sign Code Amendments-Automall/Electronic Message Board Signs Correspondence..
Ordinance
Resolution
Old Business
Exhibits: New Business
• Issue Paper Study Sessions
• Proposed Ordinance Information
Recommended Action: Approvals:
Refer to Planning &Development Committee for January 22nd and set Legal Dept X
public hearing for February 2nd.
Finance Dept
Other
Fiscal Impact: N/A
Expenditure Required... Transfer/Amendment
Amount Budgeted Revenue Generated
Total Project Budget City Share Total Project..
Summary of Action:
The proposed sign code amendments would allow larger freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in the Automall
and would allow for electronic message board signs in commercial and industrial zones.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends Council adopt the proposed ordinance as presented.
CITY OF RENTON
PLANNING/BUILDING/PUBLIC WORKS
MEMORANDUM
DATE: January 6, 1998
TO: Kathy Keolker-Wheeler, Chair
ECEIVEC�
City Council Members
VIA: Mayor Jesse Tanner J A N 7
1998
FROM: Gregg Zimmerman 6 F RENTON CITY COUNCIL
STAFF CONTACT: Peter Rosen, ext. 2719
SUBJECT: Sign Code Amendments -Automall/ Electronic
Message Board Signs
ISSUE:
Amendments to the sign code are proposed to 1) allow larger freestanding signs for auto
dealerships located in the Automall; and 2) allow for electronic message board signs in
commercial and industrial zones.
RECOMMENDATION:
• Refer to Planning and Development Committee
BACKGROUND SUMMARY:
Auto Dealership Signs in the Automall Area - The proposed sign code amendment would allow
larger freestanding signs as an incentive for auto dealerships located in the Automall area.
Under the existing sign code auto dealerships are permitted to choose between 2 different sign
code provisions:
a) Auto dealerships may use the standard for individual businesses which allows one
freestanding, roof, ground or projecting sign for each street frontage. The allowed size is
based on a ratio of one and one-half(1 1/2) square feet of sign area per lineal foot of street
frontage, up to a maximum of 300 square feet for all sign faces, or a 150 square foot
maximum for a single sign face.
b) Alternatively, auto dealerships over one acre in size may choose a provision allowing
one freestanding sign per street frontage with a sign area based on the same ratio of one
and one-half (1 1/2) square feet of sign area per lineal foot of street frontage, but limited to
200 square feet in area for all sign faces, or 100 square feet per sign face. In addition to
the large freestanding sign, the dealerships are allowed up to 2 additional accessory
freestanding signs for separate business activities located on the property. These signs
may have a maximum sign area of 25 square feet per sign face or 50 square feet for both
sign faces. They must also maintain a 20 foot setback and be no closer than 150 feet to
any other accessory freestanding sign.
The proposed sign code amendment would modify the existing provisions to allow a larger
maximum sign area while retaining the same ratio for determining the sign area. Auto
dealerships could choose between the following provisions for each street frontage:
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a) One freestanding sign per street frontage may have a maximum area of 400 square feet
for all sign faces, or 200 square feet in area per sign face, or:
b) One freestanding sign per street frontage may have a maximum area of 300 square feet
for all sign faces, or a 150 square foot maximum for a single sign face, with the 2 additional
freestanding accessory signs as presently permitted in the code.
Electronic message board signs- The proposed sign code amendment would allow for electronic
message board signs. Presently, electronic message board signs are prohibited under a sign
code provision which prohibits signs with any of the following features; animated, revolving more
than eight (8) revolutions per minute, blinking and flashing. The existing code prohibits these
signs within 75 feet of all public rights-of-way. Exceptions are public service signs, such as those
which give the time, temperature and/or humidity.
The proposed sign code amendment would add a new definition to the sign code for electronic
message board signs. It would also amend the prohibited sign provision to allow for electronic
message board signs.
The City Center sign regulations that are presently under consideration by the City Council would
prohibit electronic message board signs from the downtown area. If the subject code
amendment is adopted prior to the City Center sign regulations, there would be a window of
opportunity in which electronic message board signs would be allowed in the downtown area.
CONCLUSION:
The adoption of the amendment to allow larger freestanding signs for auto dealerships located in
the Automall is intended as an incentive for dealerships to locate to the Automall and it would
implement objectives of the Automall Improvement Plan which suggested different sign
standards. The amendment to allow electronic message board signs recognizes changes and
advances in sign technology and the associated increased demand for electronic message board
signs.
Attachment A- Proposed Sign Code Amendments
ATTACHMENT A - CHAPTER 20 - SIGN CODE
1) Auto Dealership Automall Signs
4-20-12: SIZE, NUMBER AND HEIGHT OF SIGNS:
4-20-12C6. Motor Vehicle Dealership Over One Acre of Contiguous Ownership or Control:
a. Each Motor Vehicle Dealership Located Within the Automall Area:
I) One freestanding sign per street frontage not to exceed an area greater than one and one-half (1 1/2)
square feet for each linear foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet
per sign face and a maximum of four hundred (400) square feet including all sign faces, or;
ii) One freestanding sign per street frontage not to exceed an area greater than one and one-half (1 1/2)
square feet for each lineal foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of one hundred fifty (150) square
feet per sign face and a maximum of three hundred (300) square feet including all skin faces. In addition
to the above, each dealership is allowed a maximum of two (2) accessory ground signs per street
frontage, each for a separate business activity located on the property which can reasonably be related
to the primary business. These signs shall not exceed a height of ten feet (10') and a total sign area of
twenty five (25) square feet if single faced or fifty (50) square feet including all sign faces. The
accessory signs must also maintain a minimum twenty foot (20') setback and be no closer than one
hundred fifty feet (150')to any other accessory ground sign, and;
iii) Each motor vehicle dealership is also allowed its appropriate wall or under marquee sign as stated in
the Sign Code.
b. Each Motor Vehicle Dealerships Located Outside the Automall Area:
One freestanding sign per street frontage not to exceed an area
greater than one and one-half (11/2) square feet for each lineal foot of property frontages which—the
business occupies up to a maximum of one twe hundred (2100) square feet per sign face, or if such sign
is multi faced, tho and a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet
including all sign faces. In addition to the above, each dealership is allowed a maximum of ene two (2)
accessory freestanding— ground signs per street frontage, fer each for a separate business activity
located on the property which can reasonably be related to the primary business. These signs shall not
exceed a height of ten feet (10') and a total sign area of twenty five (25) square feet if single faced or
fifty (50) square feet if doubled faced including all sign faces. They The accessory skins must also
maintain a minimum twenty foot (20') setback and be no closer than one hundred fifty feet (150') to any
other accessory-freestanding ground sign, or; Maximum shall be three (3) per street frontage.
ii) One freestanding, roof, ground, or projecting sign per street frontage not to exceed an area greater
than one and one-half (1 1/2) square feet for each lineal foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of
one hundred fifty (150) square feet per sign face and a maximum of three hundred (300) square feet
including all sign faces, and;
iii) Each dealership is allowed its appropriate wall or under marquee sign as stated in the Sian Code.
1) Auto Dealership Automall Signs
4-20-12: SIZE, NUMBER AND HEIGHT OF SIGNS:
4-20-12C6. Motor Vehicle Dealership Over One Acre of Contiguous Ownership or Control:
a. Each Motor Vehicle Dealership Located Within the Automall Area:
I) One freestanding sign per street frontage not to exceed an area greater than one and one-half (1 1/2)
square feet for each linear foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet
per sign face and a maximum of four hundred (400) square feet including all sign faces, or;
Sign Code Amendments.doc.
ii) One freestanding sign pe,�,,reet frontage not to exceed an area greaum than one and one-half(1 1/2)
square feet for each lineal foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of one hundred fifty (150) square
feet per sign face and a maximum of three hundred (300) square feet including all sign faces. In addition
to the above, each dealership is allowed a maximum of two (2) accessory ground signs per street
frontage, each for a separate business activity located on the property which can reasonably be related
to the primary business. These signs shall not exceed a height of ten feet (10) and a total sign area of
twenty five (25) square feet if single faced or fifty (50) square feet including all sign faces. The
accessory signs must also maintain a minimum twenty foot (20) setback and be no closer than one
hundred fifty feet (150) to any other accessory ground sign, and;
iii) Each motor vehicle dealership is also allowed its appropriate wall or under marquee sign as stated in
the Sign Code.
b. Each Motor Vehicle Dealerships Located Outside the Automall Area:
I) One freestanding sign per street frontage not to exceed an area greater than one and one-half (11/2)
square feet for each lineal foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of one hundred (100) square feet
per sign face and a maximum of two hundred (200) square feet including all sign faces. In addition to
the above, each dealership is allowed a maximum of two (2) accessory ground signs per street
frontage, each for a separate business activity located on the property which can reasonably be related
to the primary business. These signs shall not exceed a height of ten feet (10') and a total sign area of
twenty five (25) square feet if single faced or fifty (50) square feet including all sign faces. The accessory
signs must also maintain a minimum twenty foot (20') setback and be no closer than one hundred fifty
feet (150')to any other accessory ground sign, or;
ii) One freestanding, roof, ground, or projecting sign per street frontage not to exceed an area greater
than one and one-half (1 1/2) square feet for each lineal foot of property frontage, up to a maximum of
one hundred fifty (150) square feet per sign face and a maximum of three hundred (300) square feet
including all sign faces, and;
iii) Each dealership is allowed its appropriate wall or under marquee sign as stated in the Sign Code.
Sign Code Amendments.doc.
2) Electronic Message Ey,..,Jd Signs
4-20-2: DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
ELECTRONIC MESSAGE BOARD SIGN: Signs whose alphabetic, pictographic, or symbolic
informational content can be changed or altered on a fixed display screen composed of electrically
illuminated segments.
4-20-8: PROHIBITED SIGNS AND DEVICES:
4-20-8A. The following signs or devices are specifically prohibited:
4-20-8A3. All of the following signs within seventy five feet (75) of the public right of way with any of the
following features: animated, revolving more than eight (8) revolutions per minute, blinking and flashing.
Exceptions are public service signs, such as those which give the time, temperature and/or humidity and
electronic message board signs.
2) Electronic Message Board Signs
4-20-2: DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
ELECTRONIC MESSAGE BOARD SIGN: Signs whose alphabetic, pictographic, or symbolic
informational content can be changed or altered on a fixed display screen composed of electrically
illuminated segments.
4-20-8: PROHIBITED SIGNS AND DEVICES:
4-20-8A. The following signs or devices are specifically prohibited:
4-20-8A3. All of the following signs within seventy five feet (75') of the public right of way with any of the
following features: animated, revolving more than eight (8) revolutions per minute, blinking and flashing.
Exceptions are public service signs, such as those which give the time, temperature and/or humidity and
electronic message board signs.
Sign Code Amendments.doc.