§ 17.48.020. Applicability

A.

Signs allowed. The sign standards in this Chapter are intended to apply to all types of signs in each zoning district in the City. Only signs authorized by this Chapter shall be allowed.

B.

New zoning district. If a new zoning district is created after the enactment of this Chapter, no signs shall be allowed until this Chapter is amended to govern the new zoning district.

C.

Design guidelines. The Sign Design Guidelines shall be used during the Design Review process (Section 17.61.030) to ensure that signs are well designed, compatible with their surroundings, and do not detract from the overall visual quality of the City.

D.

Exceptions. Exceptions to the standards of this Chapter may be allowed through the approval of a Sign Exception in compliance with Section 17.48.050 (Sign Exceptions).

E.

Nonconforming signs. An existing legally allowed sign that does not conform to the requirements of this Chapter shall be deemed a nonconforming sign and shall be subject to the requirements of Section 17.48.140 (Nonconforming Signs).