[R.O. 2011 §34-100; Ord. No. 6139 §1(Exh. A (part)), 1997]
A. 
It is the intent and purpose of this Article to provide sign regulations that promote the following objectives:
1. 
Effective communication without excessive proliferation or size of signage;
2. 
Protection of the public from unsafe signs by requiring proper location, installation and maintenance, and avoiding undue distractions to persons driving motor vehicles; and
3. 
Provision of a quality community image, thereby protecting and enhancing the economic vitality of the City by ensuring that the City remains a desirable place to live, visit and conduct business.
[R.O. 2011 §34-101; Ord. No. 6139 §1(Exh. A (part)), 1997]
Except as otherwise provided for in Article IV, Section 400.780(D)(3) of this Chapter, the provisions of this Article shall govern the installation, erection, painting or display of any outdoor sign or sign which is designed to be seen by the public from out-of-doors.