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Planning Commission approves 60-foot sign for Empire Cat location
Summary
The commission approved SUP 04-2026 allowing a 60-foot, internally illuminated pylon sign with a 256-square-foot display at 4150 Donovan Way; applicant said the sign is engineered for wind loads and only selected sections will illuminate at night.
The Planning Commission approved a special use permit to allow a 60-foot pylon sign and a 256-square-foot sign area for Empire Southwest LLC at 4150 Donovan Way. Staff confirmed the proposed sign meets required setbacks and design requirements, and recommended approval subject to conditions.
Applicant representative Gabriel Ganem told commissioners the sign foundations are engineered for 135 mph wind loads and that the sign head is internally illuminated with only the red letters illuminating at night. Commissioners asked about adjacent signage and branding; Ganem said this is a new brand launch for a different market segment and that the approved sign will be the prominent element once the project is completed.
