Title
Ordinance to Amend and Re-Enact the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Hampton, Virginia by Amending Chapter 2 Entitled, “Definitions” Pertaining to Definitions of Sign, Flag, Off-Premises Advertising Sign, and Sign Area
Purpose
Background Statement:
This proposal would add a definition for the term flag. Approval of this amendment would also amend the definitions of sign, off premises advertising sign, and sign area.
This amendment is accompanied by a separate, related amendment to Chapter 10 (ZOA 21-0217), “Signs”.
Recommendations:
Rec
Staff Recommendation:
Approval
Planning Commission Recommendation:
Approval
Body
Whereas, the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practice so require;
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Hampton, Virginia that Section 2-2 of Chapter 2 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Hampton, Virginia, be amended to read as follows:
Chapter 2 - DEFINITIONS
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Sec. 2-2 - Definitions
Sign. Any structure, wall fixture, object, display, or device that directs attention to or is intended to direct attention to the sign or to an object, product, place, activity, person, institution, organization, or business by means of temporary or permanent written copy, graphics, symbols, figures, fixtures, or projected images. The term shall not include public art; seasonal displays and decorations not advertising a product, service, or entertainment; or architectural features, except those that identify products or services or advertise a business use. The following terms and their definitions apply to the sign regulations in this chapter:
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Flag - A type of sign made of fabric or other flexible material attached on one side to a flagpole or similar device.
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Off premises advertising sign - A sign that directs the attention of the general public to a business, service or activity not conducted or a product not offered or sold upon the premises where the sign is located. Neither frees...
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