Board approves projecting animated sign for new tenant at 1191 Sheridan Ave., subject to permits

The City of Cody Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board on Oct. 2 approved a sign application for a new tenant at 1191 Sheridan Avenue, known in the transcript as the "Beef Jerky Experience," subject to two staff conditions: obtain a final Wyoming Department of Transportation (YDOT) permit where the site fronts a state highway, and secure required building and electrical permits.

Jenny, planning staff, presented the application for a double‑faced projected neon animated sign that will replace two existing non‑illuminated wall signs with a single projecting sign. She said staff recommended approval provided the applicant obtains an approved YDOT permit and the required building and electrical permits.

Board members raised safety and visibility concerns because the sign location is near a traffic signal on the state highway. One board member asked whether the applicant would accept a flat wall sign instead of a projecting animated sign because of potential driver distraction at the nearby stoplight. The applicant’s representative indicated the owner preferred a projecting sign to accommodate traffic flow and legibility for passing motorists. Staff and a board member noted YDOT typically evaluates projecting signs on state routes and that the applicant must secure YDOT approval before erection.

A motion to approve the sign with staff recommendations 1 and 2 carried by voice vote; the board recorded no roll‑call in the transcript. The applicant must provide the final YDOT approval and obtain building and electrical permits before installation.

Next steps: applicant to submit the approved YDOT documentation and obtain city building and electrical permits; planning staff will confirm permits before sign installation.