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Historic Preservation Commission denies internally illuminated wall sign at 1810 University Boulevard
Summary
The Tuscaloosa Historic Preservation Commission unanimously denied a proposal to replace a freestanding pole sign with an internally illuminated aluminum wall sign at 1810 University Boulevard, citing design‑guideline prohibitions on internally lit signs and vinyl/plastic sign structures in historic districts.
The Tuscaloosa Historic Preservation Commission voted to deny an application on Feb. 11 to replace a long‑standing pole sign at 1810 University Boulevard with a smaller, internally illuminated wall sign that would include a red illuminated outline.
Applicant Lee Barlow told the commission the existing 'Top Hat' sign (installed in 1971) was being removed at the city's request and that the business wanted an outline that recalled…
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