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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02 Comp Sign Plan 3-31-2020 Page | 1 | TOWN PUMP #6 – MASTER SITE PLAN | N 19TH Ave Bozeman, Montana MASTER SITE PLAN COMPREHENSIVE SIGNAGE PLAN April 1, 2020 Signage Requirements General sign requirements for all development signage: 1. All site signage must comply with the developments Comprehensive Sign Plan to assure all signage meets the development’s overall aesthetic goals. All signs must be approved by the Master Developer prior to submitting for a building permit. 2. All signs and sign lighting must comply with City of Bozeman Unified Development Code (UDC) requirements. 3. Prior to the fabricating any site sign, a sign permit must be obtained by the City of Bozeman. Signage Allocations Each lot may provide up to the maximum signage allowed per the UDC. Lots with multiple buildings are required not to exceed 400 SF of signage per UDC. Typically, a lot with multiple buildings will each be allocated signage allowance based on SF percentages as not to exceed the lot’s maximum allowed signage. Development Style All signage shall reflect the architecture and materials of the development. Site Signage The following governs the design of all wayfinding signs, signs identifying the development, it’s public components and business directory signage. Following are general design criteria for site signage: 1. A system of wayfinding signage, directional signs, business directory signs may be installed to contribute to the development’s cohesive appearance. 2. Form, material, texture, and size should comply with design guidelines, sign guidelines below and strategically integrated with the buildings, landscape and the site. Wayfinding Comprehensive Signage Plan 1. Installation and maintenance program, update, maintain or removal of signs will be at the discretion of the property owner. 2. The signage will contribute to the district's "sense of place" by contributing to the development style while identifying the district for owners and the public. 3. New signage for the development will be decided upon by the Master Developer. 4. Design and location for wayfinding signs is at the discretion of the Master Developer. 5. Wayfinding signs will follow the same material and lighting standards as other signs identified in this document. Signage Design The following are general design criteria for signage: 1. The design of all signs should be compatible with the development’s overall design guidelines. 2. Sign form, material, texture, and size should be compatible and integrated with building design. 3. Sign materials should be low maintenance Page | 2 4. The following sign materials are encouraged: a. Metal b. Glass c. Acrylic Sheet 5. Signage must be of quality construction. Concealed attachment mechanisms are strongly encouraged. Sign Size and Quantity Signs add vibrancy and color at both pedestrian and vehicular scales. The following guidelines encourage a variety of sign styles to engage all of the Development’s users. 1. Each tenant is allowed up to two primary signs on the exterior façade. a. One sign should address a public right-of-way. b. One sign should be located to accent the main store entry where applicable. 2. Secondary signage is encouraged. 3. Tenants and building owners are encouraged to maximize signage allowed. Signage should, however, be proportional to the scale of the overall building facade. Signage Approvals Signage must be approved by the Master Developer prior to submitting for a signage building permit. The following are the steps to be taken: 1. All exterior signs shall be required to be approved in writing by the Master Developer. 2. Email applications to Master Developer listed at the end of this document. Allow up to two weeks for processing. 3. Tenants and building owners applying for signage approvals from the Master Developer shall submit complete Signage Application Permit Form (provided by the Building Department) and associated required drawings. 4. Drawings shall provide sufficient information for the Master Developer to clearly understand signage location(s), size, assembly, attachment, materials, and lighting. Permitted Sign Types The following sign types are permitted in the development: Back-lit Illuminated Signs 1. Signs to be constructed of individual reverse channel letters and/or graphic components and/or panels with cut-out letter and/or graphic components mounted directly to the building and/or a non-reflective background surface with concealed stand-off brackets. 2. On large letters or graphic components, clear Lexan backing must be used on the back side of channel letters to prevent bird nesting. Externally Illuminated Signs 1. Signs to be constructed of individual letters and/or graphic components and/or panels with cut-out or applied letter and/or graphic components mounted directly to the building or a non-reflective background surface with concealed brackets. 2. External illumination must be integrated into the facade design and may be a concealed fixture or a sign light type fixture. 3. Gooseneck sign light or linear sign light fixtures may be used. Sign light fixtures should be simple, functional in character and complement the style and materials of the building. Internally Illuminated, Fully Integrated Signs 1. Design must be given consideration for signage change through the life of the building. The design must incorporate mechanism to allow for updating and changing of the sign without change of the building façade and materials. 2. Internal illumination must be fully concealed such that no lamps are visible. Painted Signs 1. Signs painted directly onto the building surface are not allowed, unless specific waiver provided by the Master Developer. Page | 3 Blade Signs 1. Projecting blade signs that address pedestrian users are encouraged. 2. Blade signs shall be cohesive with the building entrance design and/or facade design. 3. Blade sign dimensions are governed by the UDC standards. Window Signs and Graphics 1. Any sign or graphics placed closer than 4’-0” of a window surface is considered a window sign and is subject to approval. 2. Appropriate temporary poster type signage, open/closed and hours of operation signs are not to exceed 25% of overall window size and may be placed in windows without approval. Temporary Signage 1. Temporary signage may be placed outside during hours of operation and is encouraged. Temporary signs must follow UDC requirements. 2. Freestanding temporary signage must be placed as to not impede pedestrian traffic. MASTER DEVELOPER TOWN PUMP Dan Sampson Construction & Development Manager Town Pump Inc. 406-497-6860 DanS@townpump.com