Awning: A shelter projecting from and supported by the exterior of a building
constructed of non-rigid materials on a supporting framework (compare "Marquee"). Awning Sign: A sign painted on, printed on, or attached flat against the surface of an
awning. Banner Sign: A sign frequently constructed of fabric or other flexible material and
frequently displayed on a pole or staff which can be freestanding or attached to a
building or structure, and temporary in nature. Billboard: See "Off-Premises Sign". 11-11
Building: As defined in Section 11.0. Changing Sign Image: Any sign that, through the use of moving structural elements,
flashing or sequential lights, lighting elements, or other automated method, results in
movement, the appearance of movement or change of sign image or message. This type
of sign includes, but is not limited to, Electronic Message Center signs which are either
attached or detached. Changing image signs do not include school zone or other public
safety signs and otherwise static signs where copy is changed manually in the field and
where illumination is turned off and back on not more than once every twenty-four (24)
hours. Clearance: The smallest vertical distance between the grade of the adjacent street or
street curb and the lowest point of any sign, including framework and embellishments,
extending over that grade. Construction Sign: A temporary sign identifying an architect, contractor,
subcontractor, and/or material supplier participating in construction on the property on
which the sign is located. Copy: The wording on a sign surface in either permanent or removable letter form. Directional: A sign limited to pedestrian and vehicular traffic instruction and/or
direction or restrictions on the use of parking areas. “No Parking”, “Entrance”, “Exit”
and “Additional Parking in the Rear” are examples of directional signs. No sign that
identifies the occupant or use of the site shall be considered a directional sign.