§ 8.02.02. Permanent off-site signs.

Permanent off-site signs may be illuminated and are allowable in certain zoning districts, provided that the requirements of this code are met and that the necessary permits have been acquired. In addition, the following restrictions apply:

1.

Permanent off-site signs are permitted in the following zoning districts: AA, C-2, C-3, and I-1.

2.

The maximum size of each off-site sign, including border and trim but excluding supports, shall not exceed 400 square feet for each sign face.

3.

The height of each off-site sign measured from grade level must be a minimum of 15 feet from the bottom of the sign, and shall not exceed 45 feet from grade.

4.

The required setback for each off-site sign shall be 20 feet from the nearest right-of-way line from any street, road, or highway, and 45 feet from the intersection point of right-of-way line of any street, road, or highway and ten feet from any other property line.

5.

There shall be spacing of 500 feet between off-site signs, which are located on the same side of the street. Spacing shall be 1,000 feet from any other permitted sign on the same side of the highway, if on a federal aid primary highway. Spacing shall be 1,500 feet from any other permitted sign on the same side of the highway, if on an interstate highway.

6.

Permits required from other agencies shall be obtained prior to receiving a permit from the planning and inspection department. Reference Chapter 479, Florida Statutes.

(Ord. No. 11-01, § 2, 1-18-11)