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c. The special conditions and circumstances do not result from the actions of the applicant. While the literal interpretation of the Ordinance is recognized, it is believed the applicant is using the strict interpretation as a "loophole" of sorts in order to obtain additional signage for his development. d. Granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that is denied by this Ordinance to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same district. A granting of the variance to allow three pylon signs upon the subject site may provide applicant special privileges otherwise denied to other land, structures or buildings in the same area. e. A genuine hardship exists in complying with the literal terms of this Ordinance. It is not believed the applicant has experienced a genuine hardship resulting from a literal interpretation of the Ordinance. Performance Standards. Regardless of whether the proposed variance receives City approval, all pylon type signs must adhere to a number of provisions as listed below (Section 903.110.E.5.(c)): (1) Location. No free - standing sign shall be located within five (5) feet of the property line. (2) Parking Areas, Driveways. No part of any free - standing sign shall be located so as to take up required parking space. (3) Permitted Free - Standing Signs Areas and Height. Maximum Maximum Gross Building Area Sign Area Sign Height 26,000 square feet* 200 sq. ft. 25 sq. ft. *Includes all structures upon site (4) The maximum sign height provided for in paragraph (3) above may be increased by one (1) foot each three (3) foot setback in addition to that prescribed in paragraph (1) to a maximum of five (5) additional feet in height. (5) Actual sign height is determined from lot grade or averaged with the grade of the road from which the sign gains its principal exposure. 3 Page 25