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Conduct a noticed Public Hearing to consider zone text amendment ZT-25-04, which would amend Chapter 28 (Zoning Regulations) of the Solano County Code to revise and update regulations related to signs in the unincorporated Solano County; the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15061(b)(3) and 15311.
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Published Notice Required? Yes _X_ No ____
Public Hearing Required? Yes _X_ No ____
RECOMMENDATION:
The Department of Resource Management (Department) recommends the Planning Commission:
1. Conduct a noticed public hearing to consider Zone Text Amendment No. ZT-25-04; and
2. Adopt a resolution recommending that the Board of Supervisors adopt the proposed ordinance Zone Text Amendment No. ZT-25-04 amending Chapter 28 of the Solano County Code to revise and update regulations related to signs in the unincorporated Solano County (Attachment A).
SUMMARY:
The matter before the Planning Commission involves proposed amendments to Chapter 28 of the Solano County Code (Zoning Regulations) to reorganize and update Section 28.96 pertaining to signs in the unincorporated area of Solano County. The updates include reorganization of Section 28.96, modifications to what signs are allowed without a permit, new sign permit levels (minor and major), adjustments to sign standards, and other revisions intended to eliminate ambiguities, promote internal consistency, and improve the efficiency of sign permit processing.
DISCUSSION:
Summary of Changes:
Reorganization of Sections: Section 28.96 is reorganized to promote readability and internal consistency within Chapter 28. The reorganization includes moving the "Definitions" to the top of the ordinance (now Section 28.96.20) and modifying section headings improve the clarity of the regulations.
Signs Allowed Without a Permit. Currently, banners and pennants are prohibited under the existing sign ordinance. The proposed amend...
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