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Historic board approves variance for oversized projecting sign at Stafford House, 101 E. Main
Summary
The Denison Historic Preservation Board on Nov. 18 approved a variance allowing a 42-sq.-ft. projecting sign at the Stafford House (101 E. Main), exceeding the ordinance’s 20-sq.-ft. limit; the board debated precedent and lighting before approving the permit contingent on permitting steps.
The Denison Historic Preservation Board voted Nov. 18 to approve a variance allowing a projecting sign that exceeds the 20-square-foot-per-face limit at the Stafford House, 101 East Main St.
Staff presented the case (Case 202565H), saying the proposed projecting sign measures 42 square feet per side and therefore requires a variance under the current Chapter 19 sign ordinance. "This sign is 42 square feet per side," the staff presenter said, noting the building official normally handles sign permits but that the Historic Overlay triggers board review for variances.
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