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ORDINANCE NO. 51 Page -9- illustrated that the use of wood, fiberglass or another substance is integral to the design of the sign and is as structurally capable as steel or steel com- ponent parts. C. All ground signs shall be constructed as to withstand wind load pressure of 30 P.S.F. No sign shall be permitted within public right-of-way. E, Illuminated flashing signs are permitted only in commercial and industrial Gstricts. F. Except in industrial and commercial districts, signs shall not be painted u;-ectly to any exterior building surface but shall be on a separate frame except for temporary display windows. Sign letters, symbols may be directly attached to a wall by adhesive or mechanical means. G. No sign shall be erected which resembles any official marker erected by a pvernment agency. No sign shall be installed, which by reason of position, shape or color would conflict with the proper functioning or interpretation of any traffic sign or signal. 1. There shall be no use of revolving beacons, zip flashers or similar device: that would so distrect automobile traffic as to constitute a safety hazard. J. No sign shall be permitted to obstruct any window, door, fire escape, stair vy or opening of any building or structure. K. Political signs may be permitted for a period of not more than 30 days before and 10 days after an election period and removal shall be the respon- sibility of the candidate or his campaign manager. t.. All signs shall be maintained in good condition and the areas around them 1-;, free from debris, bushes, high weeds, and from anything else which would I., an eyesore or nuisance. The surface of all signs must be repainted at least ,ce every two (2) years or whenever necessary as determined by inspection to prevent the sign surface from becoming unkempt in appearance. When any sign is r^.moved, the building inspector shall be notified and the entire surrounding r.-ea shall be cleared of all debris and unsightly projections and protrusions. '• Signs which become unsafe shall be repaired or removed by the licensee upon cification by the Village inspection department. N. The source of light for any sign must be indirect or diffused and shall not be directed into any adjoining residential district. 0. Temporary real estate development signs or construction site signs may be erected providing they do not exceed 100 square feet of area, are not more than 15 feet above grade, and not within 100 feet of an existing residentia' structure. P. Directional signs up to four square feet are allowed up to ten feet above grade provided they are not erected in any residential streets.