Sign Permit Application, Fees, and Brochure - Town of Kernersville

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The Sign Ordinance allows several different types of signage SIGNAGE SIGNS PROHIBITED The primary sign violation is not obtaining a sign permit. The sign permit application process allows a business owner to understand the sign standards that apply to his location. There is a list of specific signs and attention drawing techniques prohibited. They include: • Flashing Lights • Portable Signs • Roof Signs • Signs or Lights Emitting or Reflecting a Glaring Light Capable of Impairing Drivers Vision • Use of Warning Words or Symbology Signs using the words stop, danger, or any other word, phrase, symbol, or character similar to terms used in a public safety warning or traffic signs. Temporary, Nonpermanent Signs Temporary, nonpermanent signs, including over-head streamers. M o v i n g an d F l a s h i n g S igns This includes pennants, streamers, banners, spinners, propellers, discs, any other moving objects; strings of lights outlining sales areas, architectural features, or property lines; beacons, spots, searchlights, or reflectors visible from adjacent property or right-of-ways. (excludes electronic time, temperature, and message signs). The display of Christmas decorations, including necessary lighting, shall be permitted during the Christmas season. Check with the Community Development Department on projects that may be effected by one of the Town of Kernersville’s Overlay Districts. Freestanding Sign A freestanding sign is a sign that is detached from the building. Each zoning district has different height and letter area standards. Wall Sign A wall sign is attached to the building. For most commercial buildings,7%— 10% of the wall area can be the sign letter areas. Each zoning district has different height and letter area standards. Window Sign Signage can be placed in the window if it is less than 25% of the window area square footage. Sidewalk Sandwich Boards A sandwich board may be placed along a sidewalk, but must be within 5’ of the building and be less than 6 square feet. Sandwich Boards are only allowed during hours of business operation. Projecting Signage A projection sign is a sign that is attached to the building. They are allowed in most commercial districts and can be up to 24 square feet of sign area. Awning Sign Signage can be placed on an awning if it is less than 25% of the awning area square footage.
Community Development Signage Fee Structure On Premise Ground Signs: 1st sign $25 each additional sign Sign Panel Change-Out Only: 1st sign $10 each additional panel Wall or Projecting Sign: 1st sign $10 each add sign $85.00 $52.00 $85.00 Please scroll down to see our Signage Brochure
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