A. No sign or plaque may be displayed on a historic resource except for signs or plaques approved in conformance with this chapter and the Sign Code.

B. All signs and plaques to be displayed on a historic property must be approved by the City.

C. Signs that are freestanding, painted on the windows or glass doors or that are similar to signs shown in historic photographs of the structure are permitted.

D. Signs must be attached to the structure in such a way as to not cause irreversible damage to the building. New signs shall be attached by reusing existing hardware whenever possible. New brackets and bolts on masonry buildings shall be put only in wood or mortar, and not in bricks or rock.

E. The size of the sign must be in proportion to the size of the historic building. The placement of the sign shall not obscure significant architectural elements of the building.

F. The type of the sign, font, design and shape of the sign should be compatible with the historic building and the historic character of the historic district.

G. The materials of which the sign is made must be compatible with the historic building and the historic character of the historic district.

H. Backlighted or internally illuminated signs are prohibited. [Ord. NS-2236, 2015; Ord. NS-2226, 2014; Ord. NS-1970, 2005. Formerly 10.20.140]