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DESIGN
GUIDELINES: SECTION FIVE - SIGNAGE
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| COMMON ELEMENTS |
| A unified system of signage is used in the Technology Corridor. The intent is to create a cohesive image for visitors traveling within the Corridor and to satisfy the functional needs of building and entry identification. Simple yet sophisticated designs used consistently decrease the amount of clutter and visual disturbance along the roadways and present an image of quality. The following guidelines apply to all signs within the Technology corridor. Additional guidelines apply to subdivision, yard, and building signs. |
| Guidelines |
| · Signs for individual sites while designed to satisfy the key objective of expressing individual corporate image must also be of a character and size consistent with the overall signage system. |
| · Signs are to be constructed of materials that are compatible in character and color. |
| · Materials and colors should be either the same as those used on the building or compatible with those used on the building. |
| · Sign materials should be substantial and permanent in nature. |
| · Finishes should be matte or flat as opposed to glossy or reflective finishes. |
| · The number of colors on each sign shall be limited to three. |
| · Molded sheet plastic fully illuminated signs are prohibited. |
| · Signs can be lighted either through the use of properly screened ground mounted lights or by using back lit litters (reversed channel type) with concealed neon tubes. |
| · The message on the sign shall be limited to a maximum of corporate name, logo, street address, and parent company. |
| SUBDIVISION |
| Business parks and other subdivisions within the Corridor often require a unified system of signage to perform the function of orientation and building identification. The sign system within a subdivision should meet all previous signage guidelines located in this document. Subdivisions however, may be granted signage approval of a number of signs if their use can be justified in performing the function of vehicle and pedestrian orientation or building identification. Subdivision entrance signs will be allowed to exceed the size of individual yard signs by two times. |
| Guidelines |
| · Sign size is limited to 1 square foot of sign for every linear foot of road frontage within subdivisions up to a maximum of 200 square feet. |
| · Subdivision signs shall be no taller than 12 feet. |
| YARD |
| The presence of signs in a yard should not detract from the natural features of the Corridor. The preceding guidelines should be followed as well as the following: |
| Guidelines |
| · All signs must be ground-mounted with fully enclosed bases. |
| · Sign size is limited to 1 square foot of sign for every linear foot of building frontage up to a maximum of 100 square feet. |
| · No building identification sign shall be placed closer to the public right-of-way than 1/2 the front yard depth or 50 feet whichever is greater. |
| · Ground mounted signs should be no taller than 6 feet. |
| BUILDING |
| Signs on building should reflect the character of the building through the use of compatible colors and materials. Multi-tenant buildings may be granted approval of a number of signs if their use can be justified for orientation and business identification purposes. |
| Guidelines |
| · All building mounted signs are to be sensitive and discreet using a color which accents building colors. |
| · Signs on building facades shall not protrude above the height of the building and shall consist only of letters and/or a symbol. |
| · Sign size is limited to 1 square foot of sign for every linear foot of building frontage up to a maximum of 100 square feet. Actual area of sign measurement is dependent on the background material of the sign. |
| INTERIM |
| While signs of a non-permanent nature are generally not permitted, interim signs of various types are important to marketing the Corridor's land base and identifying construction and development projects. Any sign that is not permanent in nature and fails to meet permanent sign requirements must be of the following type and meet the respective specifications: |
| Guidelines |
| · Real Estate Signs |
| "For Sale" and "For Lease" signs often with the name and/or logo of the listing real estate firm, shall be limited in number to one per parcel. The size shall be limited to one square foot of sign for every four feet of lot road frontage up to a maximum of 64 square feet for one face of 32 square feet per face with 2 faces maximum. Real estate signs shall have a maximum height of 6 feet, measured from ground level (natural grade). |
| · Project Construction Signs |
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Temporary
signs which identify construction sites shall not exceed 64 square feet
in size and may contain information as to the identity of the future facility
and its occupant, the firm participating in the design and construction,
and anticipated date of completion, and the responsible party for inquiries
and emergency situations. Only one sign is permitted per site and shall
be removed upon completion of all construction activity and before occupancy
of the building.
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| · Special Event Signs |
| These signs will comply with all guidelines adopted for permanent signs except those that relate to materials and/or permanence. Special event signs must be completely removed following the event and are permitted only on the premises and during the event but in no case longer than fifteen (15) days. |