413 DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS Defined Terms 23 Chapter Franklin Zoning Ordinance Effective January 1, 2025 Sight Distance Visibility The area located at the intersection of two streets, whether public or private, or a street and private driveway or internal drive through which an unobstructed view of approaching traffic is necessary for motorists. Sightline Analysis A line-of-sight analysis that provides a simulation of the visibility of rooftop mechanical equipment from anywhere along the adjacent right-of-way from a pedestrian’s viewpoint. This analysis includes elevation of the right-of-way, future grade, building height, and adjacent structures. Sign Any device, fixture, placard, or structure that uses color, form, graphic, illumination, symbol, or writing to advertise, announce, or identify a person or entity or to communicate information of any kind. Sign Area The sign area is the computed area of the background upon which lettering, insignia, or other devices are placed. Sign Permit A type of permit to ensure that signs are compliance with this Ordinance. Sign Type A classification of a sign. Sign types are described in Section 15.2, Overview of Sign Types. Side Lot Line The boundary line of a lot that intersects the front lot line, and the rear lot line, and any other side lot line. Side Street For a corner lot, the side street is the side that is fronted by a side facade of the building, rather than the front facade and main entrance. Side Yard The open area located between a side facade of a building or structure and the nearest boundary of a lot. Sidewalk A paved path for pedestrians.
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