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Wall Signs : <br /> 1 . Must be mounted on a building fascia panel designed specifically for that purpose or mounted flat against <br /> the building wall . <br /> tooth2 . Only one wall sign per tenant or building occupant is allowed , and only the name of the tenant and /or <br /> identifying idenfifying symbol may be displayed <br /> 3 . Wall signs may not extend higher than the fascia panel or fagade of any structure . <br /> Information Signs . <br /> 1 . Information signs must be places perpendicular to approaching traffic so that they are visible and legible . 110 <br /> 2 . Signs must be positioned so that there is a clear line - of-sight well before the point at which a driver must <br /> take action to change direction . <br /> 3 . Information signs must be positioned to avid confusing backgrounds , particularly when they are intended <br /> to direct vehicular traffic on or to - and -from the site . <br /> 4 . Information signs may be placed no closer than six feet to the edge of a road or drive , and , in no case , <br /> may they be located within a street rightu-tofewway unless they are erected by a governmental agency . <br /> 5 . Information signs may not contain advertising material or exceed six square feet in area . <br /> Appearance and Illumination . <br /> 1 . Sign colors must not be overpowering but must accent the building which the sign identifies or on which it At A <br /> is mounted . <br /> 2 . Signs painted on exterior walls are not allowed unless approved by the Board of Commissioners . <br /> 3 . The light from an illuminated sign must not be permitted to shine into any road right- of-way or across <br /> property lines . <br /> 4 . Outdoor advertising signs , billboards , and portable signs are prohibited , as are inflatable signs . <br /> 5 . Except for time and temperature signs , signs with flashing or moving messages are prohibited . <br /> Temporary Signs : <br /> 1 . Temporary signs may be used for construction and real estate information , and future tenant identification . <br /> 2 . The number and size of temporary signs allowed is governed by the Zoning Ordinance . <br /> Awnings : <br /> 1 . The form and color of the awnings must be consistent . <br /> AAA <br /> 2 . A minimum eight-foot vertical clearance must be maintained . <br /> 3 . Signs on awnings must be painted on and limited to the awning 's flap (valance) or end panels . <br /> AVA <br /> 4 . Plexiglas , metal , and glossy vinyl illuminated awnings are strongly discouraged . Canvas , treated canvas , <br /> matte finish vin I , and fabric awnings are encouraged . <br /> Lighting : <br /> All lighting must be shielded to confine light spread within the site boundaries and provide uniform illumination <br /> in compliance with the following minimum levels : <br /> Building entrances 4 . 00 footcandles <br /> Sidewalks 1 . 00 - 3 . 00 footcandles <br /> Pedestrian paths 1 . 00 footcandles <br /> Parking lots 0 . . 50 footcandles <br /> too A <br /> 00 , <br /> 1 . Pedestrian walkways and plazas must be lighted and fixtures mounted at a lower height for security . <br /> -0000060, <br /> 2 . Accent lighting must also be provided to illuminate such key locations as building and driveway entries , <br /> and activity areas . <br /> 3 . All light fixtures are to be concealed source fixtures except for pedestrian orientation accent lights . <br /> 4 . Security lighting fixtures or floodlights must not project over the fascia or roof line of the buildings (s) . <br /> 5 . Parking area and driveway fixtures should be mounted at or below a maximum height of 25 feet above the <br /> surface of the parking area or driveway . <br /> 6 . The design of light fixtures and structural supports must be compatible with the architecture of the11 <br /> principal building (s) and identification signs . <br /> 7 . Where buildingfaces are illuminated , lighting fixtures must be integrated within the architectural design of11 <br /> 911 <br /> the buildings <br /> 111. <br /> 8 . Ground - mounted lighting fixtures must be weather- proof and vandal resistant . <br />