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Board backs signage standards for Indian Trail–Fairview corridor with right-of-way setback language
Summary
Planning staff proposed and the board recommended approving ZT2026-0084, an amendment to signage standards for the Indian Trail–Fairview corridor that ties allowable sign height and area to property size; board added wording measuring setback 'from the edge of the right-of-way.'
The Planning & Zoning Board recommended a UDO amendment (ZT2026-0084) to set consistent signage standards for multi-tenant properties along the Indian Trail–Fairview corridor, allowing larger, property-size-adjusted signs appropriate for the corridor's changing commercial character.
Staff said the proposal borrows elements from signage rules on Highway 74 and Old Monroe Highway and adds columns that link allowable sign area and height to parcel size. The staff presentation noted the corridor's transition away from residential uses and argued that taller, calibrated signage would improve visibility and wayfinding for businesses and institutions. "We're looking to establish standards for multi tenants along this corridor, improve visibility in way finding for the businesses and the institutional uses along this stretch," staff said.
Board members asked technical questions about the varying setback language (10 feet vs. 5 feet), how the proposal treats single-tenant versus multi-tenant properties and how the numeric tables were derived. Staff replied they consulted two sign companies and adjusted the math internally so the proposed numbers align with other UDO sections. The board moved to recommend approval with the addition of language specifying setbacks 'from the edge of the right-of-way.' The motion carried by voice vote; the transcript does not record a numeric roll-call tally.
