06SN0308
July 18, 2006 CPC
August 23,2006 BS
STAFF'S
REQUEST ANALYSIS
AND
RECOMMENDA TION
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Lucas Properties, LLC
Dale Magisterial District
West line of Iron Bridge Road
REQUEST: Conditional Use to permit a computer-controlled, variable message electronic sign.
PROPOSED LAND USE:
A computer-controlled, variable message, electronic SIgn, incorporated into a
freestanding sign, is planned.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
RECOMMEND APPROVAL SUBJECT TO THE CONDITION ON PAGE 2.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval for the following reason:
The proposed computer-controlled, variable message, electronic sign, with the
recommended condition, conforms to the Zoning Ordinance and adopted policy for such
SIgns.
(NOTE: CONDITIONS MAY BE IMPOSED OR THE PROPERTY OWNER(S) MAY
PROFFER CONDITIONS. THE CONDITIONS NOTED WITH "STAFF/CPC" WERE
AGREED UPON BY BOTH STAFF AND THE COMMISSION. CONDITIONS WITH ONLY
A "STAFF" ARE RECOMMENDED SOLELY BY STAFF. CONDITIONS WITH ONLY A
"CPC" ARE ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION.)
Providing a FIRST CHOICE community through excellence in public service
CONDITION
(STAFF/epe)
In addition to Ordinance requirements, any computer-controlled, variable
message, electronic sign shall conform to the following standards:
a. Copy shall be limited to a maximum of two (2) lines which shall
not move, but may fade;
b. The copy display color shall either be white or yellow;
c. The message or display shall be programmed or sequenced to
change no more than once every ten (10) seconds;
d. Flashing and traveling messages shall be prohibited; and
e. Bijou lighting effects shall be prohibited. (P)
GENERAL INFORMATION
Location:
West line of Iron Bridge Road, across from Ironbridge Parkway. Tax ID 773-655-4643.
Existing Zoning:
C-5
Size:
25.2 acres
Existing Land Use:
Vacant
Adlacent Zoning and Land Use:
North - R-7, R-7 with Conditional Use Planned Development and C-3; Commercial
South - C-5 with Conditional Use Planned Development; Commercial
East - C-2 with Conditional Use Planned Development; Vacant
West - A with Conditional Use; Commercial
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UTILITIES
Public Water and Wastewater Systems:
The existing commercial structure on the request site is connected to the public water and
wastewater systems. While installation of the proposed sign will not impact the required use
of the public water and wastewater systems, the applicant is cautioned that the proposed sign
must not be placed so as to conflict with the existing water and wastewater lines, or their
easements, on this site.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND PUBLIC FACILITIES
This amendment will have no impact on these facilities.
LAND USE
Comprehensive Plan:
Lies within the boundaries of the Central Area Plan which suggests the property IS
appropriate for general industrial use.
Area Development Trends:
The area is characterized by a mixture of commercial uses and vacant properties. The Plan
anticipates this area developing for industrial uses.
Sign Design:
The applicant plans to incorporate a computer-controlled, variable message electronic
sign into a proposed freestanding sign. The proposed sign and computer-controlled,
variable message electronic sign would comply with the requirements of the Zoning
Ordinance and the adopted policy regarding such signs, with imposition of the
recommended condition. The current Ordinance would allow a freestanding sign 62.5
square feet in area (including changeable copy) at a height of fifteen (15) feet.
CONCLUSION
The proposed computer-controlled, variable message, electronic sign, with the reconunended
condition, conforms to the Zoning Ordinance and adopted policy for such signs.
Given these considerations, approval of this request is recommended.
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CASE HISTORY
Planning Commission Meeting (7/18/06):
The applicant accepted the recommendation. There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mr. Litton, seconded by Mr. Gulley, the Commission recommended
approval subject to the Condition on page 2.
AYES: Unanimous.
The Board of Supervisors, on Wednesday, August 23, 2006, beginning at 7:00 p.m., will take
under consideration this request.
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