A. Signs to Conform With Other Codes and Regulations. All signs shall conform with the provisions of the International Electrical Code, and other codes duly adopted by West Point City. If any provision of this chapter conflicts with any provision of other codes, then the more restrictive provision shall apply.

B. Traffic Hazard. Signs shall not be erected at the intersection of any streets or driveways in such manner as to obstruct free and clear vision; or at any location where by reason of the position, shape or color, it may interfere with, obstruct the view of or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal device, or make use of the words “Stop,” “Drive-in,” “Danger,” or any other words, phrases, symbols or characters in such manner as to interfere with, mislead or confuse vehicle operators.

C. Clearances. Clearances over utility easements shall be a minimum of 14 feet. The placement of all signs shall adhere to the clear view at intersection standards found in Chapter 17.60 WPCC.

D. Setbacks. Except for projecting signs, the setback for all signs shall be at least five feet from the property line as measured from the leading edge of the sign.

E. Signs on and over Public Property. No sign shall be located on publicly owned land or inside a street right-of-way except signs required and erected by permission of an authorized public agency. Prohibited signs shall include, but not be limited to, handbills, posters, advertisements or notices that are fastened, placed, posted, painted or attached in any way upon any curbstone, lamppost, telephone pole, telegraph pole, electric light or power pole, hydrant, bridge, tree, rock, sidewalk, or street.

F. Lighted Signs. A lighted sign shall not be installed which permits the light to penetrate beyond the property in such a manner as to annoy or interfere with the use of adjacent properties. All lighted signs shall be downward directed and/or shielded to assure dark sky compliance.

G. Planning Commission/Conditional Use Permits. When a parcel of land is five acres or larger, the planning commission may consider an on-premises sign proposal for a development that is less restrictive than regulations set forth herein. Such sign plans shall be considered a major conditional use as regulated by Chapter 17.40 WPCC. Exceptions to size and height may be considered where additional setbacks can be achieved.

H. Maintenance of Signs. All signs and advertising structures shall be maintained in a safe, presentable, and good condition including the replacement of defective parts, repainting, cleaning, rust removal, and other acts required for the maintenance of said sign to prevent deterioration.

I. Abandonment of Signs. Single purpose/individual signs relating to a product no longer available for purchase, or to a business which has moved, shall be removed within 60 days of such unavailability, closure or relocation. Multi-tenant signs may remain anticipating a new tenant as determined by the community development director or his designee. [Ord. 08-17-2021B § 2 (Exh. A)].