The Building Commissioner determines that such signs are properly maintained
and do not in any way endanger the public. 2. The sign was properly covered by a valid permit or variance or complied with
all applicable laws on the date of adoption of this By-law. 6-12
3. Sign, or signs, were constructed or present prior to zoning. 6.2.16 Loss of Nonconforming Status. A lawfully nonconforming sign may lose this designation if:
1. The sign is relocated. 2. The structure or size of the sign is altered in any way except towards compliance
with the By-law. This does not refer to change of copy of normal maintenance. 6.2.17 Special Permit. The Planning & Zoning Board may grant a special permit for on-premises
larger signs or additional on-premises signs, provided that no substantial detriment shall result to the
neighborhood or the Town. 6.3 PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
6.3.1 Procedures; Rules and Regulations. The following performance standards shall apply in all
districts. 6.3.2 Noise. 1. Hours of Operation. As a condition of any special permit or site plan approval,
the Planning & Zoning Board or the Zoning Board of Appeals, as may be
applicable, may incorporate the following conditions regarding hours of
operation:
a. The loading, unloading, opening, closing or other handling of boxes,
crates, containers, building materials, garbage cans, or other objects or
materials for sale or storage or use in a manner that causes a condition of
noise pollution at any time but most specifically between the hours of 8:00
P.M. and 7:00 A.M. across a real property boundary in any district
established under this By-law. b. Operating or permitting the operation of tools or equipment used in
construction, drilling or demolition work between the hours of 8:00 P.M.
and 7:00 A.M. Monday through Saturday, or at any time on Sundays or
Holidays so that the sound creates a condition of noise pollution across a
real property boundary.