15.20.170 Temporary signs.
Temporary signs are defined as signs announcing political candidacy, special events or any sign which becomes meaningless due to the passage of time for a period of one year or less. The following regulations apply to temporary signs:
A. Political signs shall be no larger than nine square feet.
B. Permission must be obtained from the appropriate property owner to erect a sign for which an individual seeks election to an office or position.
C. Political signs shall not be erected or displayed more than ninety days prior to an election.
D. Exterior political signs shall be removed not more than fifteen days following the applicable election or event date.
E. A deposit fee as set forth by resolution of the city council shall be required for temporary signs with an expiration date such as an election date or an event date. Upon removal of any such signs by the applicant or his or her agent within the time period specified in this section, the deposit set forth in this section shall be returned.
F. Temporary promotional signs advertising specific events such as sales, grand openings and other similar activities are permitted. Signs shall remain in place no longer than fourteen days in any six-month period and shall comply with all other provisions of this code.