Title
To amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising certain provisions of Chapters 14-200, entitled "Definitions," and 14-900 "Signs," all under certain terms and conditions.
Body
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
Key:
1. In Tables that contain bracketed table notes, and in the table notes, deletions are indicated by { } rather than [ ].
TITLE 14. ZONING AND PLANNING.
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CHAPTER 14-200. DEFINITIONS.
ยง 14-203. Definitions.
For purposes of this Zoning Code, the following definitions shall apply; words, phrases, and terms not defined herein, but defined in Title 4 (The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code), shall be construed as defined in Title 4.
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[(279) Sign, Accessory Digital News Ticker.
A digital, illuminated horizontal sign band, with or without flashing images, that displays a scrolling stream of news and informational messages, including but not limited to stock prices, sports scores, headline news, and entertainment news.]
(279) Reserved
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[(281.1) Sign, Digital Display.
A sign that uses light emitting diodes (LEDs), charge coupled devices (CCDs), plasma or functionally equivalent technologies used to display a series of still images or full motion, usually remotely programmable and changeable. Digital displays do not include animated illumination signs or static illumination signs.]
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(283) Sign, Free-Standing.
Any sign that is supported by a structure of one or more frame, pole, or other support structure [columns, uprights, or braces] permanently erected in or upon the [ground, or affixed to outdoor business equipment or fixtures.] ground. Freestanding signs include monument signs, pylon signs, pole signs, and other permanently affixed signs. [A-frame signs.]
(284) Sign, ...
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