26-2770

Description

Title: Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending City Code Chapter 25-10 (Sign Regulations) to authorize larger signs in the public right-of-way that include electronic images, lights, and off-premises advertising and to change requirements related to relocating existing non-conforming off-premises signs (a/k/a billboards) when relocation is required because of transportation improvements. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact.

Summary

The City of Austin is considering an ordinance to amend sign regulations, allowing larger, electronic signs in public rights-of-way, including off-premises advertising. It also eases relocation rules for billboards affected by transportation improvements.