Agenda - Planning Commission - 12/01/2011 - Work Session

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Overall Framework - Signage Overview Signage within The COR should provide a system for clear wayfinding for all modes of transportation and should ensure successful business operation while maintaining the design aesthetic of this unique project. These sign standards are intended to allow flexibility and creativity while maintaining the design concepts of The COR. Due to the distinctive nature of The COR, the sign standards from the City Code are not applicable and signage shall be allowed as prescribed by the Design Framework. A Master Sign Plan identifies the location of key sign locations (see Figure 4). Guideline Recommendations The COR development manager shall prepare a Master Sign Plan for the public elements of the project, which are in compliance with the design framework and will be adopted by reference. The Master Sign Plan will specifically address public signs including: • The three off -site community signs • Banner signs on light poles • Signage for public parks • Signage for public parking ramps • Signage for public buildings • Community kiosks Objectives Signage should be used as a tool to help identify businesses and neighborhoods with The COR and should have elements that are focused on the pedestrian nature of The COR as well as the signage needs for businesses. • Signage and lighting which is integrated into the design of the building is encouraged. Definitions All signage definitions shall have the meaning in Section 117-1 (Definitions) of the Zoning Ordinance except for those specific definitions provided below: Awning Sign means a sign incorporated into or attached to an awning. Community sign means an off -site sign identifying the development name and key tenants. Community signs may also include public information. Reader boards are allowed to be incorporated into community signs within The COR. Project sign means a freestanding area identification sign which identifies a single-family or multifamily residential subdivision, a commercial development or an industrial park or office park and which is located on the same parcel as the development it identifies. Design Framework — The COR Page 23