For the purpose of this article, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them by this section:
Construction site means any area where construction or renovation is set to take place, with the exception of residential construction or renovation involving four or fewer dwelling units.
Development notification sign means a posted temporary notice that informs the public of the type of development taking place on the premises, the expected completion date for construction, and the contact information of the developer.
Codified by Ord. No. 28-19 (JCC. 7/23/19, Pass. 9/10/19, App. 9/11/19, Pub. 9/20/19, Eff. 10/1/19); Amended by Ord. No. 2020-13 (JCC. 2/18/20, Pass. 6/9/20, App. 6/15/20, Pub. 8/14/20, Eff. 12/9/20).
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision of this article.
(b) Any person who violates this article may be issued a misdemeanor violation for each day that the violation continues.
(c) Any person who is found guilty of violating any provision of this article shall be convicted of a misdemeanor for each violation that is issued, and, in the discretion of the court, may be fined up to $500.00 for each misdemeanor violation that is issued.
Codified by Ord. No. 28-19 (JCC. 7/23/19, Pass. 9/10/19, App. 9/11/19, Pub. 9/20/19, Eff. 10/1/19); Amended by Ord. No. 2020-13 (JCC. 2/18/20, Pass. 6/9/20, App. 6/15/20, Pub. 8/14/20, Eff. 12/9/20).
This article shall be enforced by the Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Department.
Codified by Ord. No. 28-19 (JCC. 7/23/19, Pass. 9/10/19, App. 9/11/19, Pub. 9/20/19, Eff. 10/1/19); Amended by Ord. No. 2020-13 (JCC. 2/18/20, Pass. 6/9/20, App. 6/15/20, Pub. 8/14/20, Eff. 12/9/20).
A properly posted development notification sign is required for any construction site that is at least 10,000 square feet in area and that otherwise requires a building permit.
Codified by Ord. No. 28-19 (JCC. 7/23/19, Pass. 9/10/19, App. 9/11/19, Pub. 9/20/19, Eff. 10/1/19); Amended by Ord. No. 2020-13 (JCC. 2/18/20, Pass. 6/9/20, App. 6/15/20, Pub. 8/14/20, Eff. 12/9/20).
(a) The dimensions for a development notification sign must be at least four feet in height and six feet in width, with letters of text that are a minimum of one inch in height and of a legible font and color contrast.
(b) All development notification signs shall be made of durable, weatherproof, and flame retardant materials.
(c) A development notification sign shall display, at minimum, the following content:
(1) A rendering or site plan of the proposed development;
(2) A title stating “Work in Progress” and specifying the type of structure being built, for example, commercial, manufacturing, retail, office, hospital, or school;
(3) The expected project completion date;
(4) The name, address, and telephone number of the owner of the property, corporation, or registered agent; and
(5) The building permit number or a copy of the building permit.
(d) Development notification signs shall be maintained so that the sign remains legible, securely attached, and free of sharp edges, protruding nails, or similar hazards.
Codified by Ord. No. 28-19 (JCC. 7/23/19, Pass. 9/10/19, App. 9/11/19, Pub. 9/20/19, Eff. 10/1/19); Amended by Ord. No. 2020-13 (JCC. 2/18/20, Pass. 6/9/20, App. 6/15/20, Pub. 8/14/20, Eff. 12/9/20).
A development notification sign shall be placed on the fence on each perimeter facing a public street or highway. If the development site is not fenced, then a development notification sign shall be fixed into the ground at each perimeter facing a public street or highway. All development notification signs shall be placed at a height of four feet from the ground, measured from the bottom edge of the development sign.
Codified by Ord. No. 28-19 (JCC. 7/23/19, Pass. 9/10/19, App. 9/11/19, Pub. 9/20/19, Eff. 10/1/19); Amended by Ord. No. 2020-13 (JCC. 2/18/20, Pass. 6/9/20, App. 6/15/20, Pub. 8/14/20, Eff. 12/9/20).
(a) Development notification signs must be posted within 30 days of receipt of a building permit for the site, and must remain posted until a certificate of occupancy is issued.
(b) Development notification signs must be removed within 30 days of issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
Codified by Ord. No. 28-19 (JCC. 7/23/19, Pass. 9/10/19, App. 9/11/19, Pub. 9/20/19, Eff. 10/1/19); Amended by Ord. No. 2020-13 (JCC. 2/18/20, Pass. 6/9/20, App. 6/15/20, Pub. 8/14/20, Eff. 12/9/20).
Complaints regarding a development property without a development notification sign posted may be made to the Department. The Department shall investigate complaints to determine compliance with this article.
Codified by Ord. No. 28-19 (JCC. 7/23/19, Pass. 9/10/19, App. 9/11/19, Pub. 9/20/19, Eff. 10/1/19); Amended by Ord. No. 2020-13 (JCC. 2/18/20, Pass. 6/9/20, App. 6/15/20, Pub. 8/14/20, Eff. 12/9/20).