f.
Sign Illumination
Illumination of signs is determined based on the specific type of sign proposed. Where permitted in accordance with the sign type proposed, whether illuminated internally or externally, the following standards shall be met:
(1) Shielding. External lighting directed toward a sign shall be shielded so that it illuminates only the face of the sign and does not shine or provide glare directly into the public right- of-way or onto adjacent property.
(2) Wiring. All wiring for signs and lighting equipment signage shall be installed underground and internally for free standing signs and internally from building walls for attached signs.
(3) Flashing or Intermittent Lighting. No sign shall contain or be illuminated by flashing or intermittent light, or by lights of changing degrees or intensity, regardless of the type of sign for which it is intended. This shall not apply to digital signage, as otherwise regulated by this Article.
g. Changeable Copy & Digital Signage
Changeable letters or messages on a sign are permitted by manual attachment and removal or digitally.
(1) Manual Changeable Letters . A sign using manual changeable letters/message shall not exceed 25% of the permitted sign surface area.
(2) Digital Display . The use of digital display, or changeable letters or message, shall be permitted on freestanding signs only and shall be in accordance with the following provisions:
A. Supplemental Use . Digital display is permitted as a supplemental means of conveying a message using LED lighting or equal on permanent freestanding signs.
B. Maximum Surface Area. The property on which the sign is located shall be limited to one (1) digital display area, which shall not exceed 25% of the freestanding sign surface area whether a single-sided or double-sided sign.
C. Message or Copy Cycle . The message or copy changes or alteration shall operate at not less than a 90-minute cycle. Movement of any image, scrolling, flashing, change of
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