[HISTORY: Adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village
of Spencerport 9-3-2020 by L.L.
No. 4-2020.[1] Amendments noted where applicable.]
GENERAL REFERENCES
Building code administration and enforcement — See Ch. 125.
Flea markets — See Ch. 157.
Site plan review — See Ch. 263.
Zoning — See Ch. 340.
[1]
Editor's Note: This local law repealed former Ch. 259, Signs,
adopted 7-13-2005 by L.L. No. 2-2005 (Ch. 105 of the 1988 Code), as
amended.
This chapter shall be known as the "Sign Law."
The purpose of these regulations is to:
A.
Protect the public health, safety and welfare by regulating the number,
location, construction, installation, illumination and maintenance
of all signs in the Village.
B.
Establish standards to permit adequate identification of the use
of property, to provide for free speech, to protect property values,
to avoid visual and lighting pollution, to create an attractive economic
and business climate, and to enhance and protect the physical appearance
of the community.
C.
Reduce physical obstructions which may contribute to vehicular and
pedestrian accidents.
D.
Recognize that the Village was formed on the banks of the Erie Canal
and its development was tied to early nineteenth-century waterborne
transportation and that the Village wishes to celebrate the best elements
of that early time and to build on the architectural heritage and
historic patterns of development.
E.
Require that all signs shall be legible, attractive and compatible
with the sign's surroundings. The appearance, character and quality
of the community is affected by the location, size, construction and
graphic design of its signs. Therefore, such signs should convey their
information clearly and simply to enhance their surroundings.
A.
Permits required. Except as otherwise provided, all signs shall require
a sign permit to be issued in accordance with the provisions of this
chapter prior to erecting and maintaining such sign in the Village.
B.
Permitting authority. The Zoning Board of Appeals is responsible
for the issuance of sign permits where a sign is not located in the
Architectural Review District. The Code Enforcement Officer is responsible
for sign permits where the sign is located in the Architectural Review
District, requiring a sign package approval.
C.
Sign permit expiration. A sign permit shall be valid for a period
of 90 days from the date of issuance. If said sign is not erected
within the time period specified, said sign permit shall become void
and the owner shall apply for a new sign permit, which shall be subject
to these regulations and the payment of a new sign permit fee.
D.
Sign permit applications.
(1)
All applications for a sign permit shall be made in writing upon
forms prescribed and provided by the Code Enforcement Officer, shall
include payment of the application fee, and shall contain the following
information:
(a)
Name, address and telephone number of the owner and a letter
from the owner authorizing the application.
(b)
The location of any building or structure upon which the sign
is to be erected.
(c)
A detailed drawing or print to a scale not exceeding one inch
equals one foot, showing the construction details of the sign (including
dimensions, shape, size, colors, materials and name of sign maker),
the lettering and/or pictorial matter and the position of lighting
or other extraneous devices; and a location plan drawn to a scale
not exceeding one inch equals 20 feet, showing the position of the
sign on any building or structure, including building elevation, any
private or public street or highway adjacent to the site.
(d)
The zoning district in which the sign is to be placed and reference
cited to the sign requirements as contained in this chapter.
(e)
Photographs of all other signs on the same land and notation
whether those other signs are conforming, nonconforming, or legally
nonconforming.
(f)
Written consent of the owner of the building, structure or land
to which or on which the sign is to be erected.
(g)
The applicant's signature attesting to the accuracy of the application.
(2)
The Code Enforcement Officer's review of all sign permits shall be
based upon the completed application form, any accompanying photos,
drawings and a site inspection.
A.
B and C Districts. Except as otherwise provided herein, all signs
in the B and C Zoning Districts shall comply with the following design
guidelines:
(1)
Initial considerations.
(a)
Fit the sign in the sign space. Many of Spencerport's nineteenth-century
commercial buildings on Union Street were designed with a horizontal
lintel sign space stretching across the top of the storefront. A horizontal
wall sign may be secured in the sign space or letters may be painted
or applied directly to the lintel surface. Although there are square-foot
limitations for wall signs, the proportions of the building with the
sign and with the neighboring buildings and signs will determine the
appropriate size.
(b)
Where no sign space exists. If the horizontal sign space does
not exist on the building, there may be adequate wall area for a wall
sign with a vertical character or for a projecting sign. Both of these
sign types are limited to a maximum of nine square feet in area, except
in areas where the abundance of signs and their proximity to one another
necessitates a smaller sign format.
(c)
Do not cover architectural details. In studying the architecture
of your building, whether it is old or new, it is important to notice,
respect, and retain the cornice lines, lintels, door frame details,
et cetera. Be sure that your proposed sign does not cover, obscure,
or become inharmonious with existing architectural features and proportions.
(d)
The basis for decisions on sign type, sign size, and sign location
should come from architectural concerns which complement the best
of nineteenth-century architecture.
(e)
The details of the sign will also need the careful attention
of the applicant, perhaps a designer, and the sign builder. Whoever
works out the details will need to produce a drawing, to scale, of
the proposed sign, including the lettering type, layout, artwork,
colors, et cetera.
(f)
In general, the sign represents the shop or the company in the
best manner possible.
(g)
The guidelines for details include the following:
[1]
Lettering with an historic precedent is preferred. Lettering
that is too bold, harsh in its simplicity, or trendy is not permitted.
[2]
A carefully thought-out color scheme of somewhat subdued colors
is encouraged. There is no specific limitation on the number of colors
used in order to allow creative artwork. The use of black and white
alone is discouraged.
[3]
While Spencerport's earliest signs were often simple rectangular
shapes, decorative variations are preferred. Variations to the rectangular
signboard became popular in the late 19th century, and curved and
oval shapes were introduced. Often the lines of the lettering were
curved to follow the shape of the sign board.
(h)
If the proposed sign is to be projecting from the building,
special attention should be given to the design of the bracket. Historically,
brackets were constructed of wood or wrought iron. The design of the
bracket should reflect the shape of the sign and should enhance, not
dominate, the sign.
A.
Wall signs.
(1)
Definition. A "wall sign" is a sign securely affixed to a wall, or
painted on a wall, and not projecting beyond the building face fronting
on a street or parking lot, and not above the highest line of the
building to which it is attached.
(2)
Size and format restrictions.
(a)
Horizontal format signs shall not exceed two feet in height.
[1]
A wall sign with a horizontal format for a first-floor establishment
shall have a square footage not exceeding one square foot per linear
foot of building face, not exceeding 20 square feet. The "building
face" is the primary entrance facade.
[2]
On a sign with a horizontal format, the maximum allowable height
for lettering shall not be more than 3/4 of the total height of the
sign.
(b)
Vertical format signs shall not exceed six square feet.
(3)
Placement.
(a)
A wall sign must be located at or near a public entrance.
(b)
A wall sign is permitted for each public entrance of a business.
(c)
A wall sign is permitted for each building side of a business
when it is located on a corner lot with a maximum of two signs.
(d)
The location of a wall sign shall not obscure any architectural
elements of the building on which it is placed, including but not
limited to windows, transoms, cornices, trim, et cetera.
(5)
Signage for second-story business.
(a)
Total wall sign area allowed for a business establishment located
on an upper floor shall not exceed 1/2 square foot per linear foot
of building face nor more than 10 square feet in the area above the
first-story window trim, cornice, or lintel. A building face may have
up to 15 square feet of total sign area for two or more businesses
located on upper floors, provided each business has its own entrance
(building face for second-floor establishments to be measured at second
floor, for third-floor establishments at third floor, etc.).
(b)
If one business is located on an upper floor served by its own
entrance, a wall sign not to exceed one square foot in size may be
used at the first-floor entrance.
(c)
If two or more businesses are located on the upper floor(s),
sharing the same entrance, the applicant must use a directory sign.
B.
Projecting signs.
(1)
Definition. A "projecting sign" is supported by a building wall and
projects from the wall.
(2)
Size. The maximum total area of a projecting sign on a one-story
building shall be no more than 16 square feet per sign face.
(3)
Placement.
(a)
A projecting sign must be located at or near the public entrance.
(b)
One projecting sign shall be allowed for each entrance door
or set of entrances of a business establishment.
(c)
A projecting sign, as measured from its closest point to the
sidewalk, shall be not less than seven feet six inches above the sidewalk.
(d)
A projecting sign shall be separated from the building face
from which it projects by no less than three inches and shall project
not more than four feet from that face or 2/3 of the width of the
sidewalk, whichever is less.
(e)
The highest point of a projecting sign and its supporting frame
shall be no higher than the top of the second-story windowsills of
the building from which the sign projects.
(f)
All projecting signs over a public way, such as a sidewalk,
come under the jurisdiction of the Code Enforcement Officer and require
its approval.
C.
Symbol signs.
(1)
Definition. A "symbol sign" is a three-dimensional representation
of a product or service that a business sells.
(2)
Size. The area of a symbol sign shall be no more than 1/2 the allowable
area for a projecting sign. The area shall be calculated by measuring
both the front view and one side view of the object. The front and
side views are considered to be those which will fit into a rectangle
or other geometric shape.
D.
Window signs.
(1)
Definition. A "window sign" is a sign affixed to, and inside, the
glass of a window or door of a business or that is visible through
a window or door and placed on a permanent basis within one foot of
the glass. For the purposes of this definition, "permanent basis"
shall be defined as any time longer than 30 days.
(2)
Size. The area of window signs shall not exceed 30% of the window
area visible from the exterior, or 30% of the glass area of any required
exit door. Such 30% limit shall include all permanent, special sale
or event signs employed as window signs.
(3)
Combinations. Window signs may be used in combination with one of
the following: projecting sign, wall sign, symbol sign, menu box,
or awning sign.
F.
Awning signs.
(1)
Definition. An "awning sign" is a sign painted or sewn directly on
a rooflike covering of canvas that is often adjustable. It is supported
entirely from the exterior wall of a building and located over a window
or door to provide protection against the sun, rain, and wind. Attaching
a patch of fabric that has the sign painted or sewn onto it to an
existing awning is not permitted. An awning sign is located on an
awning that has received prior and separate approval from the Code
Enforcement Officer. Umbrella-style awnings are not permitted.
(2)
Size. There shall be no advertising on any awning, except that the
business name may be painted on the vertical portion of the apron
which is parallel to the building front. No such sign shall extend
beyond the limits of said awning or have a total area in excess of
1/2 square foot for each linear foot of the front of the awning. Such
awnings shall be nonilluminated and nonelectric.
(4)
Combinations. An awning sign may be combined with a wall sign, window
sign, or menu box.
G.
Directory signs.
(1)
Definition. A "directory sign" contains listings of two or more commercial
establishments that share a common entrance.
(2)
Size and placement.
(a)
One directory sign will be permitted at the entrance of a building
with multiple commercial establishments and one common entrance.
(b)
A directory sign for two businesses may be either a wall sign
or a projecting sign mounted near the common entrance that does not
exceed four square feet. A directory sign for three or more businesses
shall be a wall sign mounted near the common entrance that does not
exceed six square feet.
(c)
When two tenants occupy a symmetrically designed building with
adequate and appropriate space for the display of two separate signs,
two signs, symmetrically placed on the building, will be permitted.
These signs may either be wall signs or projecting signs and shall
not exceed four square feet each.
(3)
Combinations. No combinations are permitted.
H.
Menu boxes.
(1)
Definition. A "menu box" is a weathertight box constructed of wood
with a glass or Plexiglas® front and
is used to display signs, bulletins, photographs, or other information.
(2)
Size. The menu box shall be no larger than four square feet.
(3)
Construction. The menu box shall be constructed of wood or adequate
weather-resistant simulations thereof. The front of the box shall
use safety glass or Plexiglas®.
(4)
Placement. A menu box shall be placed on a structure and may not
be freestanding.
(5)
Combinations. A menu box may be used in combination with one of the
following: wall sign and/or symbol sign, projecting sign, window sign,
or awning sign.
I.
Traffic/directional signs.
(1)
Definition. "Traffic/directional signs" are signs that are necessary
for the safety and direction of residents, employees, customers and
visitors, whether in a vehicle or on foot.
J.
Portable signs.
(1)
Definition. A "portable sign" is a freestanding sign not permanently
affixed, anchored, or secured to the ground or a structure on the
lot it occupies, or any sign mounted on wheels, excluding signs affixed
to or painted on a vehicle whose primary purpose is other than to
be a sign; includes sandwich boards and blackboards.
(2)
Size. The maximum allowable size is 36 inches in height and 30 inches
in width. The sign stand shall not exceed 42 inches in height.
(3)
Placement.
(a)
Permitted in the B-1, B-2 and B-3 Districts only.
(b)
No more than one portable sign is permitted for a business establishment.
(c)
Each portable sign must be placed so as to permit an unimpeded
pedestrianway of a minimum of five feet in width. Portable signs shall
be located, to the extent practicable, on the sidewalk adjacent to
the business establishment in the B-1 and B-2 Districts.
(d)
Portable signs may be displayed only during the hours of operation,
and shall be maintained in a safe and sound condition.
(4)
Combinations. A portable sign may be used in combination with one
of the following: wall sign and/or symbol sign, projecting sign, menu
box, window sign, or awning sign.
K.
Monument sign.
(1)
Definition. A "monument sign" is a freestanding sign no higher than
five feet above approved grade.
(3)
Placement.
[Amended 2-2-2022 by L.L. No. 1-2022]
(4)
Combinations. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter,
monument signs, when approved by the Zoning Board of Appeals in the
ARD, may be used in combination with any other commercial speech sign
which has previously been approved by the Code Enforcement Officer.
A.
No sign may be positioned on a structure so that it obscures any
architectural feature, including, but not limited to, the cornice,
window trim, door trim, or porch railings, et cetera.
B.
A sign may provide the name of the business, or facility, the nature
of the business or service conducted on the premises, the street number
of the premises, the year the business was established, a slogan and
telephone number.
C.
A sign is permitted for each business located in a building where the first floor is substantially above street grade and the basement level is only partially below street grade, provided that the aggregate square footage of the signs on a facade does not exceed the area described in § 259-5A, Wall signs.
D.
A sign shall not interfere with or obstruct any official traffic
sign, signal or marking for any reason, such as its location, shape,
size, color, or design.
E.
A sign may be illuminated for a business operating after sunset,
provided that the source of illumination shall be shielded and directed
solely at the sign.
F.
Hold harmless and indemnify the Village. If any sign is located on,
over, in, under or anywhere near Village property, the Village disclaims
any and all legal liability or responsibility for said sign. It shall
be a condition of all sign permits, whether stated on the permit document
or not, that the permittee shall hold the Village of Spencerport harmless
and indemnify the Village for any and all costs or damages relating
to any litigation or dispute involving the sign permit and the underlying
sign related to said permit.
G.
Signs shall be made of wood except as required by state or federal law or permitted by § 340-88A(6). No plywood, particle board, plastic, or baked enamel on metal shall be used. Medium-density overlay plywood or marine plywood may be used, but must be edge-banded.
H.
Sign brackets and standards shall be made of wrought iron or wood.
The sign bracket shall extend the full length of the sign.
I.
Prohibited signs. The following signs shall not be permitted, constructed,
erected, or maintained:
(1)
Signs with flashing, moving, or intermittent lighting of any kind.
(2)
Portable signs, except as otherwise permitted in the B Districts.
(3)
Signs that are erected in such a way as to obstruct a door, window,
or fire escape of the building to which the sign is affixed.
(4)
Signs that are backlighted.
(5)
Signs that are electric or neon to the extent that such signs are
visible from a traveled way. (However, neon window signs are permitted
in the B and C Districts.)
(6)
Signs that are temporarily tacked, posted, or painted to poles, benches,
barrels, buildings, posts, trees, sidewalks, curbs, rocks, or any
structure.
(7)
Off-premises signs.
(8)
Vending machine signs.
(9)
Roof signs.
(10)
Banners.
(11)
Flag signs.
(12)
Signs affixed to the exterior of a window or door glass.
(13)
Abandoned signs.
(14)
Any sign on wheels.
(15)
Portable signs which are illuminated.
J.
Exempt signs. The following signs are exempt from the requirement
of a sign permit:
(1)
Except as elsewhere provided for herein, signs not exceeding one
square foot in area and bearing property numbers, names of occupants
of premises, or other identification of premises.
(3)
A single flag or insignia of any government.
(4)
Legal notices, identification, informational or directional signs
erected or required by governmental agencies.
(5)
Private-owner merchandise sale signs for garage sales and auctions,
not exceeding four square feet. Signs shall be erected no sooner than
72 hours prior to the sale and removed within 24 hours after such
sale. In no case shall the total sale period exceed 10 consecutive
days.
(6)
A nonilluminated temporary sign, not exceeding 32 square feet in
area, announcing the erection of a building, the architect and the
builder, may be erected for a period of 60 days, plus the time of
the construction period.
(7)
Real estate signs, advertising the sale, lease or rental of improved
premises or unimproved land upon which the sign is located shall be
allowed, one for each frontage. The area of the sign shall not exceed
nine square feet. In the case of residential property, the height
of the sign shall not exceed seven feet. The height of the sign shall
not exceed six feet above grade.
(8)
One freestanding "open house" type sign shall be permitted only during
those hours when such property is actually open for inspection and
on such property.
(9)
One nonilluminated sign not exceeding 16 square feet in area for
each church or educational institution on a tax parcel but not more
than two such signs on a tax parcel. Such signs may be freestanding
and may not be more than six feet above grade. Larger signs will require
a variance and special use permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals.
(10)
One nonilluminated political campaign or ballot measure sign,
not to exceed nine square feet in area for each face of the sign,
may be erected up to 30 days in advance of the election date and must
be removed within seven days after the election date.
(11)
Noncommercial message signs expressing the opinion or philosophy
of the owner or occupant of the property regarding religious, social
or economic causes, not to exceed nine square feet in area for each
face of the sign.
K.
Temporary sign permits from the Building Inspector. The following
signs shall require a sign permit from the Building Inspector without
review by the permitting authority:
(1)
Temporary signs announcing special public or institutional events
sponsored by a religious or other community service organization may
be erected for a period not exceeding 14 days prior to the event.
Such signs must be removed within three days after the end of the
event.
(2)
A temporary commercial pennant or banner advertising a special sale
or event, not to exceed two per location, and not to exceed 15 square
feet each, may be erected for a period not to exceed 30 days.
L.
Sign package. An approved sign package shall be required for any
parcel of land containing two or more commercial speech signs. This
shall include, but not be limited to, shopping centers and multitenant
buildings.
M.
Maximum square footage. In the B and C Districts, the total square
footage of all signage permitted on a building shall not exceed 32
square feet.
A.
On-premises signs or other advertising devices lawfully erected before
the effective date of this chapter may continue to be maintained,
unless any such sign is enlarged, reworded, redesigned, or altered
in any way, including repainting in a different color; if, however,
the sign cannot be continued to be maintained pursuant to the foregoing,
then immediate application must be made for a sign permit.
B.
All signs and all parts thereof, including but not limited to framework,
supports, background, anchor and wiring system, shall be constructed
and maintained in compliance with the applicable Building, Electrical,
and Fire Prevention Codes.
C.
Any sign that is moved to another location, either on the same structure
or to other premises, shall be considered a new sign, and a permit
shall be secured for any work performed in connection therewith.
D.
Enforcement of all sign regulations shall conform to the general
enforcement powers conferred by law upon the Zoning Board of Appeals
and Code Enforcement Officer.
E.
All signs are presumed to be new signs.
The words listed below shall have the definitions listed below
when those words are used or referred to in these rules and regulations:
Any sign advertising a business, other than a seasonal business,
which has ceased to operate on the premises for a period of more than
180 days.
Square footage; the total or collective amount of square
footage.
A sign painted or sewn directly on a rooflike covering of
canvas that is often adjustable. It is supported entirely from the
exterior wall of a building and located over a window or door to provide
protection against the sun, rain, and wind. An awning sign is located
on an awning that has received prior and separate approval from the
ARB.
The supporting frame of a sign.
The side of a building where the main entrance is located.
The length along a ground-floor building front, parallel or substantially
parallel to the lot line of a street or traveled way accessible from
a street which is occupied by a separate and distinct use, or the
length along a building side, parallel or substantially parallel to
the line of a street or a traveled way accessible from a street that
is occupied by a separate and distinct use, or by the same use that
occupies the front of said building.
Any continuous molded projection that crowns or finishes
the part to which it is affixed, such as a wall or door opening; most
notably, the exterior trim of a structure at the meeting of the roof
and wall; in classical terms, the upper projecting part of the entablature.
The entablature is the horizontal member carried by the columns.
Any sign that contains listings of two or more commercial
establishments that share a common entrance.
Any sign that is constructed of fabric (except for the flags
of the United States of America and other governmental authorities
immune from regulation by the Village).
A sign which is attached to or part of a completely self-supporting
structure, other than a building.
The entrance on the side of the building where the primary
entrance is located.
A horizontal architectural member supporting the weight above
an opening such as a window or a door.
A weathertight box constructed of wood with a glass or Plexiglas® front used to display signs, bulletins, photographs,
or other information.
A freestanding sign no higher than five feet above approved
grade.
A sign that advertises or announces a use conducted or goods
available elsewhere than the lot or building where the sign is located.
This definition includes but is not limited to signs which refer to
a business or service conducted from a lot or building other than
that where the sign is located, such as but not limited to a real
estate agent or office, architect, or a contractor.
A sign that advertises or announces a person occupying the
premises, a use conducted, or goods available on the lot or in the
building where the sign is located.
Any sign, as defined above, intended to be erected and maintained
for more than 30 days.
Refers to the Code Enforcement Officer or the Zoning Board
of Appeals when such individual or Board is charged with the review
of a sign permit application.
Permitted plywood types for sign construction when edge-banded
include APA medium-density overlay (MDO) (plywood manufactured with
a smooth, opaque, resin-treated fiber overlay providing an ideal base
for paint on one or both sides) or APA marine plywood.
A freestanding sign not permanently affixed, anchored, or
secured to the ground or a structure on the lot it occupies, excluding
signs affixed to or painted on a vehicle whose primary purpose is
other than to be a sign; includes sandwich boards and blackboards.
Any sign supported by a building wall, and not parallel to
it, that projects from the wall.
A sign, other than the name and address of the resident,
that identifies the residential premises on which it is located.
Any sign erected, constructed, and maintained upon or over
the roof of any building, or which extends above any point in the
roof.
Any privately owned, permanent or temporary structure, light,
color scheme, letter, word, model, banner, pennant, insignia, trade
flag, or representation, or any other device used to advertise, inform,
or attract the attention of the public and which is designed to be
seen from outside a building, including any sign in windows or on
doors but excluding window displays of merchandise and informational
material incidental to the display or sale of merchandise (such as
price tags and similar informational matter).
The area shall be considered to include all lettering, wording,
and accompanying designs and symbols, together with the background,
whether open or enclosed, on which they are displayed, but not including
any supporting framework, decorative framing, or bracing that is incidental
to the display itself.
For a sign painted upon or applied/attached to a building, the
area is considered to include all lettering, wording, and accompanying
designs or symbols together with any background of a different color
than the natural or primary color of the building.
Where the sign consists of individual letters or symbols attached
to or painted on a surface, building, awning, wall, or window, the
area shall be considered to be that of the smallest rectangle that
encompasses all of the letters or symbols.
Only one side of a double-faced sign will be counted in computing
the area of that sign.
The area of a sign consisting of a three-dimensional object
(such as a symbol sign) shall be no more than 1/2 the allowable area
for a projecting sign. The area shall be calculated by measuring both
the front view and one side view of the object. The front and side
views are considered to be that which will fit into a rectangle or
other geometric shape.
The area of a flat, irregularly shaped sign shall be the smallest
rectangle that will wholly contain it.
A master plan for signs. The master plan shall establish
the standard size, shape, materials, color, lighting, location and
the maximum number of signs. The plan shall integrate the signs and
their lighting, into a unified architectural statement for a site.
A three-dimensional representation of a product or service
that a business sells.
A building designed with the same architectural features
and fenestration on one side of the front facade as can be found on
the other side of the same front facade. Typically, a symmetrically
designed building has a central door entrance.
Any sign, including its supporting structure, intended to
be maintained for up to 30 days.
A road, public way, public path, or public body of water.
The purpose for which land or building is arranged, designed,
or intended and for which either land or a building is or may be occupied
or maintained.
Any sign displayed on or part of a vending machine.
A sign securely affixed to a wall, or painted on a wall,
and not projecting beyond the building face fronting on a street or
parking lot, and not above the highest line of the building to which
it is attached.
Any sign affixed to the surface of the glass or visible through
a window on a permanent basis within one foot of the glass.
The permitting authority may waive one of more of the standards
contained in this chapter if the permitting authority finds that the
proposed sign advances the purposes of this chapter.
Any person aggrieved by an interpretation of the Code Enforcement
Officer of this chapter may appeal therefrom to the permitting authority
in the same manner as is provided for zoning appeals under the New
York State Village Law.
Any person convicted of a violation of any of the provisions
of this chapter shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $250 or 15
days' imprisonment, or both. Each violation of a section or subsection
of this chapter, and each day that a violation continues, shall constitute
a separate offense.
The application fee for a sign application shall be established
by the Board of Trustees from time to time by resolution.