Appendix 17. Signs.

(a)

Signage should not dominate the skyway facade, rather it should complement the existing buildings and overall design of the skyway. Signage shall also be proportional to the scale of the skyway structure. Outside the Downtown Core area, signs shall be limited to one corporate logo or one company name per side, in addition to directional signs required by the city and/or permitted by the administrator.

(b)

In the Downtown Redevelopment Area, skyways should use signs in a manner that complements the architecture and sign design of the primary structure(s) in scale, proportion, colors and materials. Signs should not create hazardous conditions for motorists due to excessive glare through flashing or animated signs or other obstructions. The quality and design/architectural relationship of signs is more important than the amount or quantity of signs. All skyway signs should generally be of a permanent rather than temporary nature (e.g., banners). Banners or seasonal material (such as Christmas decorations) should be durable and of high quality.

(c)

Reader boards are prohibited because they could interfere with traffic.