County clarifies sign types, proposes electronic‑message timing and brightness limits

Jul 1, 2026

Article 15 was reorganized to define sign types, set size and placement by district, require master sign plans for large multi‑tenant sites, limit electronic-message centers to a 60‑second hold time and set day/night brightness caps; several sign types would be prohibited outright.

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Knox County planning staff reorganized the signage article to improve clarity on sign types, allowable districts and design standards.

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