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Sec. 30-851. Definitions® <br /> z ' '�' 'The definitions i section 30-1 are applicable in this subdivision. <br /> The <br /> (Code 1982, �, 900.22(2)) <br /> Cross reference—Definitions generally, § 1-2. <br /> Sec. 30-852. Purpose scope, and seopefindi grs of subdivision: <br /> (a) Pitoose. The purpose of this subdivision shall be to coordinate the type,placement, <br /> and physical dimensions of the signsSigns within the different zoning districts, to <br /> recognize the commercial communication requirements of all sectors of the business <br /> community, to encourage the innovative use of design, to promote both renovation <br /> and proper maintenance,to allow for special circumstances, and to guarantee equal. <br /> treatment under the law through accurate recordkeeping and consistent enforcement. <br /> These shall be accompanied by regulation of the display, erection,use, and <br /> maintenance of�Signs. <br /> {b) .Scope. This subdivision shall not relate to building design, nor shall this subdivision <br /> regulate official traffic or government ., .Suns; the copy-and message of <br /> �,Ligns;window displays;product dispensers and point of purchase displays; <br /> scoreboards on athletic fields; flags of any nation,government, or noncommercial <br /> organizations;gravestones;barber poles;religious symbols; commemorative plaques; <br /> the display of street numbers; or any display or construction.not defined as a <br /> 1(4 1 Sign ' section 3O..1. <br /> (0 Fiarclitzs <br /> The City-finds. <br /> 1 Exterior Si.ms have a substantial.impact on the character and qualj.4, of the <br /> environment. <br /> (2) Signs provide an important medium through which individuals mays convey a <br /> variety of messages. <br /> ((3) Sig_ns can create traffic hazards and aesthetic concerns, thereby- threatening; <br /> the public health safety, and welfare. <br /> 4 <br /> The City's zoning regulations include the regulation of Sips in an effort to <br /> provide adequate means of expression and to promote the economic viability- <br /> of the business conimi,nit�,,while protecting the City-and its citizens from a <br /> proliferation of Signs of a type, size,location number and character that <br /> would adversely impact upon the aesthetics of the community and threaten <br /> the health, safety- and welfare of the community. The regulation of the <br /> phvsica] characteristics of Sj� ya'thin the G4,has had a positive impact on <br /> traffic safety and the appearance of the community. <br /> (Code 1982,. S 900.22(1)) <br /> 1 <br />