Coastalpoint reports that the Sussex County Planning commissions has recommended changes to a proposed sign ordinance.  The Commissioners voted 3-0 to recommend the following changed to a proposed sign ordinance:

• The elimination of a prohibition against animation except for continuous scrolling, live action, streaming video or flashing messages.

• The ability to erect an off-premises sign within 50 feet of an on-premises sign.

• The ability to build a V-sign.

• The ability for non-conforming signs go be rebuilt within 12 months if destroyed by nature.  The proposed ordinance prohibited a rebuild.

The Sussex County council will discuss the recommendations on October 4.

Insider’s take:  The planning commission changes to a draconian proposal were adopted after local sign companies got involved.  This is a win for Clear Channel Outdoor, Geyer Sighs, Hocker Signs, Jack Lingo Realtors, JD Sign Company, Ocean Atlantic, Phillips Signs, Premier Outdoor, Rogers Signs Co. and Timmons Outdoor Advertising.

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