A. Except for those signs conforming to the limitations of Larkspur Municipal Code Section 18.60.050, it is unlawful to erect any new sign or modify the appearance of an existing sign without first securing a sign permit. Normal maintenance of a sign in conformance with original appearance, or change of copy on the existing sign face where there is no change to the design and dimensions, shall not be deemed modification and shall not require a sign permit.

B. Permits for signs of six (6) or fewer square feet shall be subject to administrative approval by the Community Development Director or their designee. Permits for signs of more than six (6) square feet shall be subject to administrative approval by the Zoning Administrator. Permits shall be approved promptly and approved only when found in compliance with the provisions of this chapter.

C. In the event a permit is requested for a sign and the Community Development Director determines it to be a type, design or mode of display other than those listed in Larkspur Municipal Code Sections 18.60.050 through 18.60.100 , then the applicant shall apply for a sign exception permit for review and action by the Planning Commission. The Commission may approve the sign permit if it is found to be in conformance with the purpose of this chapter and the design criteria provided in Larkspur Municipal Code Section 18.60.060(H), and in substantial conformance with the standards for mode of display, size, height, illumination and design stated in this chapter for similar signs. Applications shall be processed and noticed in accordance with Larkspur Municipal Code Sections 18.60.040 and 18.76.030. (Ord. 1062 § 14, 2022; Ord. 1030 § 2(12), 2018; Ord. 974 § 1, 2010; Ord. 953 § 1(68), 2007; Ord. 857 § 8 (part), 1993; Ord. 580 § 1 (part), 1977)