No part of any freestanding sign or any light illuminating a sign shall be
higher than the highest point of any building or other structure on the premises
on which such sign is located or if a vacant lot, at a height of no more than ten
(10) feet above ground. 3. Sign Setbacks. Signs over one (1) square foot in area which are not temporary
signs shall be set back at least fifteen (15) feet from the street line. Temporary
signs in Nonresidential Districts shall be set back at least ten (10) feet from the
street line. 6.2.10 Illumination and Movement. 1. Illumination in Residential Zones. Illumination of a sign shall be by steady white
light which shall be properly shielded. Internally illuminated signs shall not be
permitted. 2. Illumination in Business and Industrial Zones. Illumination of a sign shall be by
steady white light which shall be properly shielded or by internal illumination of
only the lettering, wording or insignia within the sign. 3. Illumination in Local Historic Districts. Illumination of a sign shall be by steady
white light which shall be properly shielded as approved by the Easton Historical
Commission. 4. Movement Prohibited in All Districts. a. Flashing signs shall not be permitted in any District. b. Movement of a sign body or any segment thereof, such as rotating,
revolving, moving up or down or any other type of action involving a
change of position of a sign body or segment thereof, whether caused by
mechanical or other means, shall not be permitted in any District. c. No neon or external florescent lighting shall be permitted in any District. 6.2.11 Permits and Approvals. 1. Permits. Unless otherwise provided by this By-law, all signs shall require
permits and payment of fees. No permit is required for the maintenance of a sign
or for a change of copy on painted, printed, or changeable copy signs. 6-11
2. Approval.