251 SIGNS General Provisions 15 Chapter Franklin Zoning Ordinance Effective January 13, 2026 15.1.8 Maintenance A. Signs and the premises surrounding them shall be maintained in a clean, sanitary, and inoffensive condition, free and clear of obnoxious substances, rubbish, and weeds. B. Signs, together with their supports, braces, guys, and anchors, shall be maintained in good and safe condition, including the periodic application of paint or other weatherproofing materials to prevent rust or other decay. Signs shall not be allowed to deteriorate to a broken, torn, peeling, flaking, or otherwise decayed condition. C. Temporary signs and flags shall not be allowed to deteriorate to a tattered, torn, or faded condition. Any banner shall be hung flat and secured at all corners and sides. 15.1.9 Removal of Landscape Materials Trees, shrubs, or other vegetation shall not be trimmed, damaged, destroyed, or removed to increase or enhance the visibility of signs in the following circumstances: A. Within public right-of-way, unless the work is done pursuant to the express written authorization of the City or State, whichever is appropriate; B. On property that is not under the ownership or control of the person conducting or responsible for the work, unless the work is done pursuant to the express authorization of the person owning the property on which the trees or shrubs are located; or C. In any area where trees or shrubs are required to remain pursuant to this Ordinance. 15.1.10 Prohibited Signs The following signs are prohibited: A. Bench signs; B. Freestanding canopy signs, except as permitted in Paragraph 5.1.4.I, Gas Stations; C. Home occupation signs; D. Commercial signs for residentiallyoccupied dwellings, except temporary signs as permitted by Section 15.18, Temporary Sign, and temporary construction site signs as permitted by Section 15.17, Temporary Construction Site Sign; E. Government imitation signs; F. Inflatable or similar balloon-type devices larger than 18 inches in diameter that require tethering; G. Moving signs; H. Noisy mechanical devices; I. Parked vehicle signs; J. Roof signs, including signs painted on roofs or that extend above the highest point of a roof; K. Searchlights; L. Signs on natural features such as trees, other living vegetation, and rocks; M. Trailer signs; N. Signs projected onto surfaces using light; O. LED electronic message center signs; P. LED display screens; Q. Strings lights attached to or part of a sign; and R. Any other sign not expressly permitted by this Ordinance, the Municipal Code, all applicable building codes, or the Historic District Design Guidelines, as applicable.
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