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2.Chapter 12 –Sign Code: Section 1230.02 Prohibited Sings Section 1230.02 of the Sign Code states that projecting signs shall be prohibited in all sign districts. The code defines projecting signs as, “a sign, other than a wall sign, that is attached to and projects more than eighteen (18) inches from the building façade. The proposed blade signs extend 3’ –4” from the building façadeand are considered projecting signs.These types of signs can be permitted by the City through the Sign Standard Adjustment review process in Section 1260.01 of the Sign Code. 3.Chapter 12–Sign Code: Section 1260.01 Sign Standard Adjustment Section 1260.01 of the Sign Code permits adjustments to sign height, number, type, lighting, area, and/or location through the site plan review process if criteria number 1 or2 is met and the required criteria number 3 is met. The criteria are as follows: 1.There are site conditions which require a sign adjustment to allow the sign to be reasonably visible from a street immediately adjacent to the site; or, 2.The sign adjustment will allow a sign of exceptional design or a style that will enhance the area or that is more consistent with the architecture and design of the site; and, 3.The sign adjustment will not result in a sign that is inconsistent with the purpose of the zoning district in which the property is located or the current land use. While the above criteria are not directly referenced or required for PUD Amendmentrequests to add signage to a property, theydo provide guidance for evaluating these types of applications. The PUD process itself permits the City to be flexible with signage standards depending on the needs and impact of a particular use. 4. Chapter 13 –Zoning Code: 1325.05, Subd. 8 Additional Design Standards for New Development Redevelopment, and Modifications to Existing Sites in the B2 and B3 Districts Section 1325.05, Subd. 8 of the Zoning Code establishes design standards for the business districts of Arden Hills. The standards in this section are only applicable to the building or site components being developed or altered. In this case, the specific guidelines on signs are pertinent: 1.Business signs shall be architecturally compatible with the style, composition, materials, colors and details of the building and should be an integral part of the building. Signs shall be incorporated into the facades of the building rather than extending past the roof line and should not project more than twelve (12) inches beyond the plane of the facades. Retail business wall signs shall be located in a position above the front window that is City of Arden Hills Planning Commission Meeting for September 4, 2013 Page 5of 9