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Planning commission approves 10-by-20 billboard permit for Dix Historical Society
Summary
The planning commission voted unanimously to approve CU26-02, allowing a 10x20 double-sided billboard one mile north of Elmo to promote area museums; commissioners raised brief questions about lighting and setbacks before approving the permit.
The planning commission voted unanimously to approve CU26-02, a conditional use permit for a 10-by-20, two-sided billboard to be placed roughly one mile north of Elmo.
Austin, director of the Dix Historical Society, told the commission the sign would include museum information on its reverse side and would help promote several local cultural sites. "We are asking tonight for permission to put up a sign one mile north of Elmo," he said, adding the society had seen success with similar signs along I-70.
Commissioners and staff questioned whether the sign would be lit and whether lighting would conform to county guidelines. Staff and the applicant said the sign would use shielded lighting to prevent glare beyond the sign face. Staff reported the measured setback is about 72.73 feet from the centerline of Highway 15 and noted the sign sits on private property; staff also explained that state approval is required for signs fronting state highways before a local permit can be finalized.
A commissioner moved to approve CU26-02 "as written and as presented," and another commissioner seconded the motion. The commission voted by hand/voice and carried the motion unanimously.
After the vote commissioners thanked the applicant and encouraged the historical society to use the sign to help bring visitors to the museums. No public opposition was recorded during the hearing.
The permit was approved by the planning commission; staff indicated any required state approvals remain a separate step before installation.
