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Planning commission approves six sign variances to restore Capitol Theater marquee at 718 South Main
Summary
The Springfield Planning Commission approved six sign variances allowing an approximately 184‑square‑foot marquee and related projecting sign details at the historic Capitol Theater, citing historic preservation and downtown revitalization goals; the approval is subject to final sign‑permit review.
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Planning Commission voted to approve six variances to permit a reconstructed marquee and projecting sign for the Capitol Theater at 718 South Main, concluding staff had met the variance standards based on the building's historic character and downtown revitalization goals.
Michael Crowley, the applicant, said he bought the theater last year and proposed reconstructing an original‑style marquee installed circa 1939 with neon lighting and historic ornamentation. "We feel like this would be a great addition to, drive traffic locally and, be a good postcard, so to speak, for The City of St. George," Crowley told…
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