provided that there is not written advertising copy on such
embellishments; or (b) If the sign is composed of more than two sign
cabinets or modules, the area enclosing the entire perimeter of all cabinets
and/or modules within a single, continuous geometric figure shall be the
area of the sign. Pole covers and other embellishments shall not be
included in the area of measurement if they do not bear advertising copy. 2. Wall Signs. The area shall be within a single, continuous perimeter
composed of any straight line geometric figure which encloses the
extreme limits of the advertising message. If the sign is composed of
individual letters or symbols using the wall as the background with no
added decoration, the total sign area shall be calculated by measuring the
area within the perimeter advertising message. The combined areas of the
individual figures shall be considered the total sign area. 3. Others. For other signs the area shall be considered to include all
lettering, wording, and accompanying designs and symbols, together with
the background, whether open or enclosed, on which they are displayed. Both sides of double-faced signs shall be computed in determining gross
display area. Frames and structural members not bearing advertising
matter shall not be included in computation of sign area. For a sign consisting of individual letters, designs, and symbols attached
to or painted on a surface, building, wall or window, the area shall be
considered to be that of the smallest quadrangle which encompasses all of
the letters, designs and symbols. Snipe Sign: A temporary or poster affixed to a tree, fence, etc. Subdivision Identification Sign: A freestanding or wall sign identifying a recognized
subdivision, condominium complex, or residential development. Temporary Sign: A sign not constructed or intended for long-term use. Under Canopy Sign: A sign suspended beneath a canopy, ceiling, roof or marquee.