A. A permitted sign shall present a finished appearance on all visible sides. There shall be no unfinished back side consisting of visible braces or other support structures.

B. No more than two sides are allowed per sign.

C. For the purpose of determining number of signs, a sign shall be considered to be a single display surface or display device containing elements organized, related, and composed to form a unit. Where independent elements are displayed in a random manner without organized relationship of elements, or where there is reasonable doubt about the relationship of elements, each element shall be considered to be a single sign.

D. The Uniform Sign Code, 1976 Edition, of the International Conference of Building Officials as adopted by Ordinance No. 873 of the city and any subsequent amendments to said ordinance are made a part of this chapter and shall also serve to regulate the construction of signs in the city. In the case of disagreement or contradiction between the zoning requirements and the Uniform Sign Code, the more restrictive provisions shall prevail.

E. There are no specific setback requirements for signs, but no sign shall be located within the sight distance triangle and line of sight, as determined according to drawing No. 316 of the city of Bothell design and construction standards and specifications.

F. Structural Requirements. The structure and erection of signs within the city shall be governed by the adopted Uniform Sign Code and Uniform Building Code (or any superseding edition adopted by the city, including appendices), as promulgated by the International Conference of Building Officials, which are adopted and made a part hereof by this reference. Compliance with the Uniform Sign Code and Uniform Building Code shall be a prerequisite to issuance of a sign permit under BMC 12.22.120.

G. Electrical Requirements. Electrical requirements for signs within the city shall be governed by the adopted National Electrical Code (or any superseding edition adopted by the city, including appendices), promulgated by the National Fire Protection Association, which is adopted and made a part hereof by this reference. Compliance with the Uniform Sign Code and Uniform Building Code shall be a prerequisite to issuance of a sign permit under BMC 12.22.120.

H. Sign Illumination. Illumination from or upon any sign shall be shaded, shielded, directed or reduced so as to avoid undue brightness, glare, or reflection of light on private or public property in the surrounding area, and so as to avoid unreasonable distraction to pedestrians or motorists. In no case shall any illuminated sign be in violation of the standards set forth in BMC 8.64.030, Exterior lighting.

I. Sign Maintenance. All signs, including signs heretofore installed, shall be constantly maintained in a state of security, safety and repair. If any sign is found not to be so maintained or is insecurely fastened or otherwise dangerous, it shall be the duty of the owner and/or occupant of the premises on which the sign is fastened to repair or remove the sign upon receiving notice from the director. The premises surrounding a freestanding sign shall be free and clear of rubbish and any landscaping area free of weeds.

J. Sign Obstructing View or Passage. No sign shall be located so as to physically obstruct any door, window or exit from a building. No sign shall be located that is hazardous to vehicular ingress, egress or that impedes the sight distance triangle or line of sight as determined according to drawing No. 316 of the city of Bothell design and construction standards and specifications.

K. Sign Inspection. All sign users shall permit the periodic inspection of their signs by the city upon city staff request.

L. Conflicting Provisions. Whenever two provisions of this code overlap or conflict with regard to size or placement of a sign, the more restrictive provision with regards to number, maximum height and sign area shall apply. (Ord. 1905 § 1, 2003; Ord. 1805 § 2, 2000).