§ 32-1. Title and purpose.

(a)

Title. This chapter is set forth to establish regulations and standards for the construction, maintenance, and removal of signs. This chapter shall also be known as the "Sign Ordinance."

(b)

Purpose and intent.

(1)

Signs constitute a separate and distinct use of the land upon which they are placed and affect the use of adjacent streets, sidewalks and property.

(2)

The provisions of this chapter are made to establish reasonable and impartial regulations for all exterior signs and to:

a.

Further the objectives of the comprehensive plan of the city;

b.

Protect the general public health, safety, convenience and welfare;

c.

Reduce traffic hazards caused by unregulated signs which may distract, confuse and impair the visibility of motorists and pedestrians;

d.

Ensure the effectiveness of public traffic signs and signals;

e.

Protect the public investment in streets, highways and other public improvements;

f.

Facilitate the creation of an attractive and harmonious community;

g.

Protect property values and to further economic development.

(Code 1990, ch. 4, § 15(A))

State law reference

Authority to regulate signs in city and extraterritorial jurisdiction, V.T.C.A., Local Government Code § 216.001(a).