Ordinance 4926 - Exhibit A
CHAPTER 15, DIVISION 4 GENERAL PROVISIONS
Sec. 15.4-5(A)(5). At least two-thirds (2/3) of the area
of a required front yard or corner side yard shall be landscaped
in accordance with the requirements for general landscaping as stated
in SEC. 15.4-7(C)(2) and (3), except in the A-Agriculture District.
Sec. 15.4-5(A)(6)(5). On corner lots
in all districts, except the B-2, General Business District, nothing
shall be erected, placed, planted or allowed to grow in the following
described triangle area in such a manner as to impede vision between
a height of two and one-half (2 ½) feet and ten (10) feet above
the centerline grade of the intersecting streets. The triangle area
is measured as follows: At the corner intersection property pin,
measure back a distance of fifteen (15) feet, parallel with both
street rights of way to form the legs of a restrictive triangle.
Close the triangle with a line connecting the end point of each
leg. (Amended 11/20/95 by Ord. No. 4356)
Sec. 15.4-5(C)(2). In Required Front Yards or Corner Side Yards. Bay windows projecting three (3) feet or less into the yard; unroofed terraces, decks or balconies not projecting over ten (10) feet into the yard; eaves and gutters; fuel, air and water pumps in conjunction with automobile service stations, provided they shall be set back at least thirteen (13) feet back from the front property line; canopy over fuel pumps in accordance with Sections 15.14-7(A)(7) and 15.14-7(H)(7) of this Code; advertising signs, devices, and nameplates in accordance with Division 13 of this Code; fences and walls not exceeding four (4) feet in height in the required front yard and six (6) feet in the required corner side yard, except that a maximum height of eight (8) feet is allowed in the M-1 and M-2 districts. The maximum fence height shall be measured from the established grade of the fence owner’s property.
Sec. 15.4-5(D). Outdoor Lighting. All outdoor lights
shall comply with Division 14. used to illuminate
any lot shall create a light level less than 100 foot candles at
any one point measured at the ground. Lighting shall not
cause any direct or reflected glare beyond the lot. Light fixtures
shall be recessed or shaded to prevent glare beyond the lot. All
fixtures shall be shielded and directed away from any residentially
zoned lots or public right-of-way, so as to prevent glare beyond
the lot. All lighting accessory to business to commercial
use that is located within 100 feet of a residential district, shall
be extinguished one-half (1/2) hour after the close of business.
Off-street parking shall comply with SEC. 15.7-2(G)(7).
(Amended 1/19/99 by Ord. No. 4576)
Sec. 15.4-7(C)(1). Landscaping Provisions. Wherever
in this Code screening is required, such Screening required
in Sec. 15.4-5(B) of this Code shall conform to the following
requirements:
CHAPTER 15, DIVISION 6 PRINCIPAL USES AND DISTRICT STANDARDS
Sec. 15.6-3. R-1AA Single-Family Residence District
Sec. 15.6-3(E). Bulk Regulations. The following bulk requirements shall apply to all permitted uses. Bulk requirements relating to special uses are listed in SEC. 15.10-4 of this Code.
- Yards.
- With the exception of driveways leading to off-street parking, private sidewalks, front stoops and porches, the remainder of the front and corner side yards shall be landscaped.
Sec. 15.6-4. R-1A Single-Family Residence District
Sec. 15.6-4(E). Bulk Regulations. The following bulk regulations shall apply to all permitted uses. Bulk regulations relating to special uses are listed in SEC. 15.10-4 of this Code.
- Yards.
- With the exception of driveways leading to off-street parking, private sidewalks, front stoops and porches, the remainder of the front and corner side yards shall be landscaped.
Sec. 15.6-5. R-1B Single-Family Residence District
Sec. 15.6-5(E). Bulk Regulations. The following bulk regulations shall apply to all permitted residential uses. Bulk regulations relating to special uses are listed in SEC. 15.10-4 of this Code.
- Yards.
- With the exception of driveways leading to off-street parking, private sidewalks, front stoops and porches, the remainder of the front and corner side yards shall be landscaped.
Sec. 15.6-6. R-2 Mixed Residential District
Sec. 15.6-6(E). Bulk Regulations. The following bulk requirements shall apply to all permitted residential uses. Bulk requirements relating to special uses are listed in SEC. 15.10-4 of this Code.
- Yards.
- With the exception of driveways leading to off-street parking, private sidewalks, front stoops and porches, the remainder of the front and corner side yards shall be landscaped.
Sec. 15.6-7. R-3A Medium-Density Multiple Family Residence District
Sec. 15.6-7(H). Development Standards. The provisions set forth in Division 14 shall apply to any proposal for development in the R-3A District.
Sec. 15.6-8. R-3B High Density Multiple Family Residence District
Sec. 15.6-8(I). Development Standards. The provisions set forth in Division 14 shall apply to any proposal for development in the R-3B District.
Sec. 15.6-12. S-2 Public Lands and Institutions District
Sec. 15.6-12(I). Development Standards. The provisions set forth in Division 14 shall apply to any proposal for development in the S-2 District.
Sec. 15.6-14 C-1 Office District
Sec. 15.6-14(H). Development Standards. The provisions set forth in Division 14 shall apply to any proposal for development in the C-1 District.
Sec. 15.6-15 C-2 Neighborhood Shopping District
Sec. 15.6-15(H). Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations. All off-street parking and loading must comply with the provisions set forth in Division 14 of this Code.
Four and one-half (4.5) parking spaces for every one thousand (1,000) square feet of gross floor area.
One (1) bicycle storage space shall be provided and maintained for each 10,000 square feet of gross floor area, or fraction thereof.
Sec. 15.6-15(I). Development Standards. The following general development standards and the provisions set forth in Division 14 shall apply to any proposal for development in the C-2 District.
All commercial activities within this district shall be enclosed in a single building or architecturally unified group of attached structures. The architecture of the main building and appurtenant structures shall be compatible with the character of adjacent residences.
- One of the following types of screening along the side and
rear lot lines abutting areas zoned or developed for residential
use shall be provided:
- Solid fence or masonry wall with no apertures, running
parallel and adjacent to applicable side and rear lot lines,
and not less than six (6) feet in height, nor more than
ten (10) feet.
- Dense evergreen hedge running parallel and adjacent
to applicable side and rear lot lines; said hedge shall
be at least three (3) feet in height when planted and not
less than six (6) feet at mature height.
- Solid fence or masonry wall with no apertures, running
parallel and adjacent to applicable side and rear lot lines,
and not less than six (6) feet in height, nor more than
ten (10) feet.
All outdoor lighting standards shall be ornamental: wood, concrete or metal.
- Hours of business shall be limited to 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and stated in all rental agreements.
Sec. 15.6-16 C-3 Community/Regional Shopping District
Sec. 15.6-16(H). Off-Street Parking and Loading Regulations. All off-street parking and loading must comply with the provisions set forth in Division 14 of this Code.
Four and one-half (4.5) parking spaces for every one thousand (l,000) square feet of gross floor area.
One (1) bicycle storage space shall be provided and maintained for each 10,000 square feet of gross floor area, or fraction thereof.
Sec. 15.6-16(I). Development Standards. The following
general development standards The provisions set forth
in Division 14 of this Code shall apply to any proposal for
development in the C-3 District.
All buildings, structures, signs, lights and other side improvements shall be architecturally unified to create a coherent development pattern.
Any curb cut on a public street fronting a C-3 zone shall be located a minimum of 150 feet from an intersection of two or more public rights-of-way.
All outdoor lighting standards shall be ornamental: wood, concrete or metal.
Sec. 15.6-17 B-1 General Business District
Sec. 15.6-17(F). Bulk Regulations. The following bulk requirements
shall apply to all permitted uses. Bulk requirements relating to
special uses are listed in SEC. 15.l0-4 of this Code.
- Yards.
- Front Yard: Twenty-five (25) feet minimum
, except that off-street parking is permitted to within ten (10) feet of a front lot line.
- Corner Side Yard: Twenty-five (25) feet minimum
, except that off-street parking is permitted to within ten (10) feet of a corner side yard lot line.
- Front Yard: Twenty-five (25) feet minimum
Sec. 15.6-17(J). Development Standards. The provisions set forth in Division 14 of this Code shall apply to any proposal for development in the B-1 District.
Sec. 15.6-18 B-2 Central Business District
Sec. 15.6-18(E). Bulk Regulations. The following bulk requirements shall apply to all permitted uses. Bulk requirements for special uses are listed in SEC. 15.10-4 of this Code.
- Building Height:
Not to exceed two (2) stories or thirty-five (35) feet, whichever is lower.(Amended 4/17/89) Building height must conform to the requirements contained in Division 17 of this Code.
Floor Area: The total floor area for buildings on a lot shall not exceed four (4) times the net lot area.
Sec. 15.6-18(H). Development Standards. All development in the B-2 District must conform to the requirements contained in Division 17 of this Code.
Sec. 15.6-19 M-1 Restricted Manufacturing District
Sec. 15.6-19(F). Bulk Regulations. The following bulk requirements shall apply to all permitted uses. Bulk requirements relating to special uses are listed in SEC. 15.10-4 of this Code.
- Yards:
- Front: Twenty-five (25) feet minimum
, except that off-street parking is permitted to within ten (10) feet of a front lot line.
- Corner Side Yard: Twenty-five (25) feet minimum
, except that off-street parking is permitted to within ten (10) feet of a corner side yard lot line.
- Front: Twenty-five (25) feet minimum
Sec. 15.6-19(J). Development Standards. The provisions set forth in Division 14 shall apply to any proposal for development in the M-1 District.
Sec. 15.6-20 M-2 General Manufacturing
Sec. 15.6-20(F). Bulk Regulations. The following bulk requirements shall apply to all permitted uses. Bulk requirements relating to special uses are listed in SEC. 15.10-4 of this Code.
- Yards:
- Front: Twenty-five (25) feet minimum
, except that off-street parking is permitted to within ten (10) feet of a front lot line.
- Corner Side Yard: Twenty-five (25) feet minimum
, except that off-street parking is permitted to within ten (10) feet of a corner side yard lot line.
- Front: Twenty-five (25) feet minimum
Sec. 15.6-20(J). Development Standards. The provisions set forth in Division 14 shall apply to any proposal for development in the M-2 District.
CHAPTER 15, DIVISION 7 OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REGULATIONS
Sec. 15.7-2(G)(4) Screening and Landscaping.
- All off-street parking areas must comply with Division 14 of this Code.
All off-street parking areas (including parking spaces, driveways, and maneuvering areas) that contain ten thousand (10,000) or more square feet of surfaced area, but less than twenty thousand (20,000) square feet of surfaced area, whether or not such area is contiguous, shall be landscaped according to the following requirements:
An area equal to ten percent (10%) of the overall off-street parking area shall be landscaped with a reasonable mix of evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs in accordance with a plan as approved by the Town Staff.
- Plantings of trees and shrubs in containers shall not be considered as meeting the requirements of this Section of the Code.
All off-street parking area (including parking spaces, drive-ways and maneuvering areas) that contain more than twenty thousand (20,000) square feet of surfaced area, whether or not such area is contiguous, shall be landscaped according to the following requirements.
An area equal to seven percent (7%) of the overall off-street parking area shall be landscaped with a reasonable mix of evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs in accordance with a plan as approved by the Town Staff.
The landscaping requirements stated in SEC. 15.7-2(G)(4)(b) and SEC. 15.7-2(G)(4)(c) may not be fulfilled by linear planting of hedge rows, but shall be integrated into the overall design of the off-street parking and vehicular circulation area, and are in addition to other requirements for screening stated elsewhere in the Zoning Code. (Amended 11/20/95 by Ord. No. 4356)
Landscaping design shall facilitate surface drainage, snow or debris removal and general cleanliness. Landscaping species and arrangement shall be designated on a site plan for proposed construction or development.
Sec. 15.7-2(G)(7). Lighting. All off-street parking
areas except those accessory to one and two-family dwellings shall
be illuminated to an average intensity of one (1) foot candle and
maximum of ten (10) foot candles at thirty inches (30”) above grade.
All off-street parking area lighting shall have fixtures directed
away from residential property or public right-of-way. Light levels
adjacent to residential zoning shall not be increased.
Any off-street parking area with four (4) or more spaces and accessory
to a business or commercial use that is located within forty (40)
feet of a residence district, shall extinguish such lighting within
one-half hour after the close of business. Other lot lighting shall
comply with SEC. 15.4-5(D) Division 14 of this
Code. (Amended 11/20/95 by Ord. No. 4356)(Amended 1/19/99 by
Ord. No. 4576)
CHAPTER 15, DIVISION 8 SITE PLAN REVIEW
SEC. 15.8-4 Content of Site Plans. All requests for site plan review, other than those initiated by the Town Council or by the Town Staff shall only be accepted when filed on the proper application forms. Such application shall conform to the submission requirements listed in Sec. 15.14-5 and shall generally require submission of a sketch plan of the proposed development, drawn to scale, showing the location and dimensions of all existing and proposed buildings, structures, driveways and curb-cuts, parking areas with spaces marked and numbered, refuse storage areas, light poles or fixtures, and location of landscaping and/or screening. The information requested with such application is deemed to be a minimum and applicants may be requested to supply additional information for staff review prior to hearings on their requests.
CHAPTER 15, DIVISION 9 PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
Sec. 15.9-9(B)(2). Survey Maps and Drawings Indicating Existing Conditions. A Registered Illinois Land Surveyor or Registered Professional Engineer shall prepare graphic presentations of the following:
- Specific identification, location and dimensions, if applicable, of the following located within or within 50 feet of the area included in the Preliminary Plan:
- All other submission materials required in Sec. 15.14-5.
Sec. 15.9-9(B)(3). Surveys, Maps, Plans and Drawings of Proposed Conditions. A Registered Land Surveyor or Registered Professional Engineer shall prepare graphic presentations of the following:
- All other submission materials required in Sec. 15.14-5.
Sec. 15.9-11(D). Required Content of Final Development Plans.
- Lots, Outlots, Public and Private Improvements. A
Registered Land Surveyor, Registered Professional Engineer or
Landscape Architect or Contractor shall prepare graphic representations
of the following:
- All other submissions materials required in Sec. 15.14-5.
CHAPTER 15, DIVISION 10 SPECIAL USE REGULATIONS
Sec. 15.10-3 Processing.
- Application for a Special Use. All requests for Special Use Permits other than those initiated by the Town Council or by the Town Staff at the direction of the Town Council shall only be accepted when filed on the proper application forms furnished by the office of the Town Clerk of the Town of Normal, which application form shall conform to the submission requirements listed in Sec. 15.14-5 of this Code and which shall generally require the submission of a sketch plan showing the location and dimensions of all existing and proposed buildings, structures, driveways, parking areas with spaces marked and numbered, light poles or fixtures, landscaping indicating that which is to be planted and such existing landscaping as is to be retained. Where such applications are required, the information requested on them is deemed to be a minimum and applicants may be required to supply additional information prior to hearings on their requests. Such forms shall be filed in duplicate as a prerequisite to the commencement of any action on the part of the Town except that if the site plan is filed on anything other than 8 l/2 x 11 inch paper, 18 copies rather than two (2) copies shall be submitted. The Town Clerk shall, at such times as she is in receipt of completed applications for Special Use Permits, forward a copy of said application to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
SEC. 15.10-4 SPECIAL USE STANDARDS. The purpose of this Section is to specify standards that shall be required to have been met before the issuance of a Special Use Permit. In addition to the standards summarized in this Section, each Special Use applicant shall show that the Special Use requested conforms specifically, or by necessary implication, to the general standards for evaluation of a Special Use as stated in SEC. 15.10-5(A)(2) of this Code.
- Agricultural and Horticultural Fairs, Displays and Exhibits.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC.15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC.15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Asphalt Batch Plant.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C)
and (D)and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C)
- Bed and Breakfast.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Additional Requirements:
- Twenty (20) copies of a site plan, drawn to scale,
shall be submitted in accordance with Sec. 15.14-5
and shall generally include
drawn to scale that showslocation and dimension of all existing and proposed structures, building setbacks, location and type of screening and fencing, location of parking area, access drives, and recreation areas. Dumpsters serving bed and breakfast must be screened by solid fence or plantings on all sides except that area that must remain unobstructed in order to allow garbage pick up. Location and types of landscaping materials. TheLlighting plan submission shall comply with Sec. 15.14-5.plan indicating foot candle light levels and type of fixtures.
- Twenty (20) copies of a site plan, drawn to scale,
shall be submitted in accordance with Sec. 15.14-5
and shall generally include
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Cemeteries.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance with
SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance with
SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Churches, and Other places of Public Worship.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance with
SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance with
SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Coal Storage.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance with
SEC. 15.4-7(C)
and (D)and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance with
SEC. 15.4-7(C)
- College, University Classroom
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance with
SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance with
SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Concrete Batch Plant.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required:
If lot coincides with the lot line of an adjacent residential district or is adjacent to an alley or street which separates such lot and residential district, screening shall be provided with densely planted evergreen trees at least five (5) feet at planting and maturing to at least twenty (20) feet. Planting shall be parallel to and within ten (10) feet of such lot line. If the lot is not adjacent to a residential district or to an alley or street which separates such lot and residential district, the lot must comply with Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required:
- Convenience Establishments within Multiple-Family Dwellings.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Country Clubs and Private Golf Course.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Day Care Centers.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
Children's outdoor play area must be enclosed by four (4)
foot high fence.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
Children's outdoor play area must be enclosed by four (4)
foot high fence.
- High-Rise Buildings.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code,
except that where a side or rear lot line in the B-1 or
C-3 District coincides with a lot line of an adjacent residence
district, a dense compact planting screen of not less than
five feet in height shall be required along the lot line.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code,
except that where a side or rear lot line in the B-1 or
C-3 District coincides with a lot line of an adjacent residence
district, a dense compact planting screen of not less than
five feet in height shall be required along the lot line.
- Mobile Home Parks.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Multiple Family Dwelling in the B-1 General Business
District.
- Off-street Parking & Loading Regulations. Except
as herein provided all off street parking shall conform
to the requirements contained in Division 7 of this Code.
- Parking shall be fully enclosed within a structure
or comply with the following:
- Surface Parking lots
with 40-100 spaces shall contain interior landscaping in an area or areas equal to seven percent (7%) of the overall parking areashall comply with Division 14 of this Code. Surface Parking lots with more than 100 spaces shall contain interior landscaping in an area or areas equal to ten percent (10%) of the overall parking area.
- Surface Parking lots
- Parking shall be fully enclosed within a structure
or comply with the following:
- Lighting. All lighting must conform with the
provisions set forth in Division 14 of this Code. A
lighting plan must be submitted
meeting the following requirementsin according with Sec. 15.14-5, and shall include the following:
Lighting levels must meet a uniformity ratio of 20:1 and average initial light levels may not exceed two foot candles.All light level calculations must factor in existing light affecting the site from off-site lighting fixtures.
Light levels may not exceed one foot candle at the property line.
- Additional Requirements. 20 copies of a site
plan shall be submitted, in accordance with Sec. 15.14-5,
and shall be drawn to scale, showing the north point
dimensions of lot, proposed location of buildings or structure,
setbacks from front, side and rear lot lines, parking plan,
direction of traffic flow, location and dimensions of curb
cuts, lighting plan, sign plan, landscaping and/or screening
plan and location of refuse storage dumpsters and the other
matters required by the foregoing standards.
- Off-street Parking & Loading Regulations. Except
as herein provided all off street parking shall conform
to the requirements contained in Division 7 of this Code.
- Nurseries and Greenhouses.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Nursing and Retirement Homes.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Offices.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Riding Stables.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance
with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code.
- Rooming House.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: Parking area shall comply with Division 14 of this Code and shall also be screened along the rear of the property.
- Therapeutic Care Homes.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required. In accordance with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code. Outdoor recreation and/or play area must be enclosed by four (4) foot high fence.
- Veterinary Hospitals.
- Minimum Fencing/Screening Required: In accordance with SEC. 15.4-7(C) and Division 14 of this Code. A six (6) foot mesh fence shall enclose outdoor animal areas.
SEC. 15.10-5 DECISIONS.
- Action by the Zoning Board of Appeals
- General Standards. Standards applicable to all
Special Use include the following:
- The special use shall in all other respects conform to the applicable regulations of the district in which it is located and of the entire municipal code, including but not limited to Division 14, except as such regulations may in each instance be modified by the President and Town Council pursuant to the recommendations of the Zoning Board of Appeals or as allowed for a Planned Unit Development.
- General Standards. Standards applicable to all
Special Use include the following:
CHAPTER 15, DIVISION 13 SIGN REGULATIONS
SEC. 15.13-9 PERMITS
- Permits Required. Unless specifically exempted, a permit must be obtained from the code official for the erection and maintenance of all signs erected or maintained within this jurisdiction and in accordance with other ordinances of this jurisdiction. Signs erected or maintained within the B-2 Central Business District also require a Certificate of Compliance, as provided in Division 17 of this Code. Exemptions from the necessity of securing a permit, however, shall not be construed to relieve the owner of the sign involved from responsibility for its erection and maintenance in a safe manner and in a manner in accordance with all the other provisions of this ordinance.
SEC. 15.13-10 SPECIFIC SIGN REQUIREMENTS
- SIGN AREA ALLOWED PER LOT. Every building site may
display signage up to the maximum allowed in Table 1008.1.1(1)
The allowable signage is contingent upon the style of signs
selected for the site and the linear lot frontage. Sign requirements
in the B-2 Central Business District are set forth in Division
17 of this Code.
TABLE 1008.1.1(1)
Sign Square Footage Allowed per Linear Foot of Longest Lot FrontageZONING CLASS SITE SIGNAGE
Wall Signs and/or Freestanding Low Rise SignsSITE SIGNAGE
Wall Signs and/or Freestanding Signs not Classified as Low RiseA, R1, R-2, R-4 0 a 0 a R3A, R3B 0 b 0 b S1
S2
S30 c
0 d
Historic Preservation Review e0 c
0 d
Historic Preservation Review eC1
C22.25 f 1.5 C3
B1,B2
M1, M23 f 2
f The minimum sign package area allowed in C3, M1, M2, and B1and B2is 50 square feet regardless of the lot frontage. Sign height is measured from grade to the top of the sign. The width of a Low Rise sign shall be not more than twice the allowable height. The maximum height for a sign to qualify for additional sign area in the B-1, C and M districts are as listed:
- FREESTANDING SIGNS. Sign Display Restrictions. In
addition to any allowable wall signs, every single–family residential
subdivision, multifamily residential complex, commercial or
industrial building, and every separate nonresidential building
in a residential zone shall be permitted to display freestanding
or combination signs per street frontage subject to the limiting
standards set forth in Table 1008.1.2. Every sign displayed
on a site is subject to the restrictions in Table 1008.1.2.
Table 1008.1.2 Sign Display Restrictions ZONING DISTRICT TYPE OF SIGN NUMBER OF SIGNS MAX SIGN HEIGHT MAX SIGN AREA A, R1, R2, and R4 Wall Only 1 6a 2a Special Use R-1 All other signs 1 of each type Wall Height 50b Freestanding 1 of each type 6b 50b R3A, R3B All other signs 1 of each type Wall Height 40c Freestanding 1 of each type 6c 40 Monument S1 - - - - S2 All other signs 1 permitted, owner’s choice of type Wall Height d 50 d Freestanding 6 d 50 d S3 All other signs By Review e By Review e By Review e Freestanding C1 C2 All other signs No Limit Figure 1008.1.2.(1-3) Figure 1008.1.2.(1-3) Freestanding 1 per frontage f C3, B1, B2
M1, M2All other signs No Limit Figure 1008.1.2.(1-3) Figure 1008.1.2.(1-3) Freestanding 1 per frontage f
f C1, C2, C3, B1,B2,M1, M2 – One free standing sign is permitted for each lot frontage on a street or right of way so long as a minimum distance of 100 feet is maintained between the freestanding signs on said lot.

FIGURE 1008.1.2(1)
PERMITTED HEIGHT AND AREA FOR FREESTANDING SIGNS IN ZONING DISTRICTS B1,B2,C1, C2, C3, M1, AND M2 WHERE
VEHICULAR SPEED SUBJECT TO POSTED LIMITS IS
35 MILES PER HOUR AND UNDER.

FIGURE 1008.1.2(2)
PERMITTED HEIGHT AND AREA FOR FREESTANDING SIGNS IN ZONING DISTRICTS B1,B2,C1, C2, C3, M1, AND M2 WHERE
VEHICULAR SPEED SUBJECT TO POSTED LIMITS IS
OVER 35 MILES PER HOUR AND UNDER 55 MILES PER HOUR.

FIGURE 1008.1.2(3)
PERMITTED HEIGHT AND AREA FOR SIGNS IN ZONING DISTRICTS B1,B2,C1, C2, C3, M1, AND M2 WHERE VEHICULAR SPEED SUBJECT TO POSTED LIMITS IS 55 MILES PER HOUR AND ABOVE.
- REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC SIGN TYPES.
- PROJECTING SIGNS.
- Except in the B-2 Central Business District,
such signs shall not extend over a public sidewalk or
right-of-way.
- Except in the B-2 Central Business District,
such signs shall not extend over a public sidewalk or
right-of-way.
- ROOF SIGNS.
- Roof signs shall be permitted only in B-1,
C, and M Zoning districts.
- Roof signs shall be permitted only in B-1,
C, and M Zoning districts.
- OUTDOOR ADVERTISING SIGNS
- Freestanding signs may be located within the
B-1
Business, Commercial and Manufacturing zoning districts, however signs shall count toward the allowed number of free-standing signs for a site, and not be allowed as additional signs.
- Freestanding signs may be located within the
B-1
- PROJECTING SIGNS.
CHAPTER 15, DIVISION 14 COMMUNITY DESIGN STANDARDS
SECTION 15.14 2 – APPLICATION.
- This Division shall apply to all development in the following
Zoning Districts, which development requires the issuance of
a permit by the Town of Normal. Development does not include
interior building repairs or modifications. No permit shall
be issued except upon approval of the development plan in conformance
with the procedures and standards set forth in this Division.
Maintenance standards in this Division apply to all development
approved pursuant to this Division. Zoning Districts which are
subject to this Division are as follows:
- R-1AA – Single-Family Residence District
- R-1A – Single-Family Residence District
- R-1B – Single-Family Residence District
- R-2 Mixed Residence District
- R 3A – Medium Density Multiple Family Residence District.
- R 3B – High Density Multiple Family Residence District.
- C-1 – Office District.
- C-2 – Neighborhood Shopping District.
- C-3 – Community/Regional Shopping District.
- B 1 – General Business District.
- M-1 – Restricted Manufacturing District.
- M-2 – General Manufacturing District
- S-2 – Public Lands and Institutions District
- Exceptions.
- In the R-1AA, R-1A, R-1B and R-2 Districts, this
Division only applies to development that involves a Special
Use permit or a Planned Unit Development.
- Hard surfaces dedicated to equipment, product, or merchandise
storage are exempt from the parking lot interior landscaping
requirements set forth in SEC. 15-14-7(G).
- The M-2 district is excluded from the Building Design Standards established in SEC. 15.14-7(A).
- In the R-1AA, R-1A, R-1B and R-2 Districts, this
Division only applies to development that involves a Special
Use permit or a Planned Unit Development.
CHAPTER 15, DIVISION 15 TELECOMMUNICATION ANTENNA REGULATIONS
SEC.15.15-6 SPECIAL USE STANDARDS FOR TELECOMMUNICATION ANTENNAS. The purpose of this Section is to specify standards that shall be required to be met before the issuance of a Special Use Permit.
- Screening and Landscape Requirements:
- Screening and landscaping shall comply with Division
14 of this Code.
- Screening and landscaping shall comply with Division
14 of this Code.
- Lighting: Shall be consistent with FAA guidelines and have minimal spill over effect on adjoining property. Lighting not controlled by FAA guidelines shall comply with Division 14 of this Code.
