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Planning commission opens public hearing on digital signs, leaves record open for more comment
Summary
Planning staff proposed a zoning text amendment to allow limited on‑premise digital signs; the commission heard staff, a proponent offering an off‑site advertising sign, public comment and chose to keep the public hearing open and continue the matter to Dec. 8 for additional input.
St. Mary's County planning staff on Nov. 24 proposed a text amendment to Chapter 65 (Signs) and Chapter 90 (Definitions) of the county zoning ordinance to permit limited on‑premise digital signs in specified districts and to set technical standards for their design and use.
Michelle Shelley, a planning staff member, told the commission the ordinance currently prohibits movement or apparent movement of sign copy except time and temperature, and that staff’s research found a range of approaches in nearby counties. “Staff is recommending allowing digital signs in St. Mary's County where we currently allow…
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