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An update on Sign Regulations from the City of Henderson

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Bullet Points Relative to Article 400 Sign Regulations

1). What’s the purpose of the sign ordinance?

The purpose of the Sign Regulation of Article 400 is to minimize any detrimental effects of signs on adjacent land uses, and to insure that permitted signs do not become a public nuisance or hazard because of their number, location, size, lighting, structural conditions, or other reasons.

 

2). What are the different types of signs?

Business Signs: A sign which directs attention to a business, industry, commodity, service, or entertainment conducted, sold, or offered on the premises where the sign is located. (401.2)

Identification Signs: A sign which carries no advertising message and is limited to the following information concerning the premises: (401.3)

  1. The name of the building or buildings
  2. The address of the building or buildings
  3. The name of the business firm or firms or institution occupying the premises
  4. The nature of business or activity conducted on the premises
  5. Area or development name signs

 

Informational Signs: Informational Signs: A sign which carries no commercial message and which intended to informs the public of upcoming community events being sponsored or conducted by governmental, quasi-governmental or non-profit entities within the City. These events may include high school ballgames, charity drives, scout activities. (401.5)

Incidental Signs: A sign carrying no advertising message, but giving information for the convenience and necessity of the public such as “entrance”, “exit”, “no admittance”, “telephone”, “parking”, etc. (401.4)

General Advertising / Billboards: A sign which directs attention to a business, industry, commodity, service, or entertainment not conducted, sold, or offered on the premises where the sign is located. (401.1)

Temporary Signs is a classification listed in section 402.

(See Section 402 for entire list)

Temporary Signs are any portable advertisement displayed for the duration of the event    or sale (not to exceed 30 days) that directs or attracts public attention to a specific event, product sold or service offered by the beneficiary of such display (Informational Signs and Political/Election Campaign Signs are not considered temporary signage). The square footage including all temporary signs shall not exceed 35 square feet per lot. In addition, temporary signs shall not be affixed to pylon signs, light poles (whether public or private), utility poles or fences. (402.15)

 

3). How much signage can I place on my property / business?

A business, that is not located in a Unified Business Development, is allowed 75 square    feet of total signage area on each lot or parcel. However, if the business abuts a publicly maintained right of way (street) for more than 200 feet then the business is allowed 3 square feet of sign area up to maximum of 250 square feet. (406.2)

For Unified Business Development sign allowance see 406.2, 406.10.1, 406.10.2, 406.10.3,  and 406B

 

4). How many signs can I place on my property?

In no case shall total number of all the types of signs provided for in Section 404 exceed six (6) per lot (404.4); except, in B1, OI, and I-1 districts shall have no more than three (3) signs. (406.2).

 

5). Can I place other business signs on my property?

Informational signs (see 401.5 for definition) shall be allowed in any commercial (“B”)    or industrial (“I”) district, without regard to whether the sign is on-premise or off- premise, providing that the signage allowable for business signage on that property   would not be exceeded if the sign had been erected as a business sign and providing that   the sign is under 36 sq. ft. in area, is setback at least 5 feet from the right-of-way, is fully landscaped, and is not higher than 10 feet in height.

 

6). Can I place business signs at my residents?

Off premise advertisement is not allowed in residential districts except RA with a special use permit. (310A 24.1)

 

7). What signs are prohibited?

Signs that have, beacons, rotating disks, and other devices which resemble traffic signals, traffic signs, emergency vehicle flashing lights, or which can be misconstrued by the traveling public as being an official governmental sign or emergency warning, or which by their distracting nature create a hazard to motorists. (405.1)

Illuminated signs casting glare into a roadway to an extent that it creates a hazard to motorist are prohibited in all districts. (405.2)

Signs within a street right of way or in a public place or on public property except in compliance with the provisions of the City Code unless a zoning permit is granted for the same. (405.3) for additional information on signs in the right of way see 10-33-3 in the City Code

 

8). What signs are exempted from sign regulation?

“For Sale or For Rent signs related to real estate not exceeding two (2) square feet (404.2.3)

Church or public bulletin boards not to exceeding twelve (12) square feet (404.2.4)

On premise signs advertising agriculture products not exceeding ten (10) square feet (404.5)

Residential signs identifying name of neighbor / subdivision at the front of the main entrance not exceeding six (6) square feet (404.2.6)

Sign erected by Local, State, or Federal government for traffic control and other governmental purpose (404.2.7)

Wall / window signs not exceeding six (6) square feet in the Central Business District / B1 (407.2)

 

9). How long can Political sign remain after an election?

Every political sign, poster, bill or placard placed in the city limits (and not located on private property with the permission of the property owner) shall be removed within fifteen (15) days following the final determination of the results of the election to which the same is applicable. Said removal shall be the personal responsibility of the candidate (in whose support the political sign, poster, bill or placard is solicited) if said candidate resides in Vance County, North Carolina; if said candidates does not reside in Vance County, North Carolina, then said responsibility shall be that of the campaign manager in Vance County of said respective candidate. (City Code 10-33.2)

 

10). What is the process to obtain a sign permit?

Fill out an application from the Development Services Department, attached a site plan    showing location of sign with dimension in relation with property lines. Attached drawing or photo or rendering of proposed sign with dimensions.

11). What is the cost to obtain a sign permit?

SIGN FEES(403.5)

SIZE OF SIGN FEE
0-50 square feet $25
51-100 square feet $50
101-200 square feet $75
200(+) square feet $100

 

Vance-Granville awarded $150k for public safety training

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The Cannon Foundation Board of Directors recently approved a $150,000 grant to the Vance-Granville Community College Endowment Fund to renovate a 3,200-square-foot space on the college’s Main Campus for an Emergency Simulation Lab.

The new lab will enable law enforcement and emergency services departments in Vance, Granville, Franklin and Warren counties to train and certify their current and future public safety workers using a realistic scenario-based curriculum in a controlled environment.

The grant will be used, along with funds from the Connect NC bond (approved by North Carolina voters earlier this year), to complete the final phase of Building 10, which opened in August on the main campus in Vance County. The building houses classrooms, labs and faculty for VGCC’s law enforcement, fire/rescue and emergency medical services education and training programs.

“We are very pleased to receive this grant, because it will allow Vance-Granville to further enhance our vital partnerships with the local agencies that protect and serve our communities,” said Dr. Stelfanie Williams, president of VGCC. “We’re excited about the possibilities that this new lab will provide for us to serve students and our public safety partners.”

The Cannon Foundation, based in Concord, N.C., is part of the philanthropic legacy of Charles A. Cannon, an industrialist and humanitarian who was president and chairman of Cannon Mills Company for more than half a century.

“Our region is fortunate that VGCC has hands-on, real-life emergency simulation equipment to train students and professionals in public safety careers,” said Kaine Riggan, VGCC’s grants and government relations coordinator. “The simulation lab will give us a new facility in which to provide training for first responders throughout our four counties to be prepared for emergency scenarios, which saves lives.”

VGCC’s PRISim ShootBack system, for instance, fires plastic ammunition up to 110 miles per hour, teaching life-saving defense techniques and methods for using less-than-lethal force, when appropriate.

The college is currently seeking a $15,000 sponsor for a new EMS simulation mannequin that can, among other things, simulate stroke symptoms, ensuring that students are more prepared to recognize and call the stroke code into the ER, where saving even a minute can save a life.

VGCC is now starting the design phase of the renovation project, which will complete the overhaul of the 16,000-square-foot building, a former commercial structure that was purchased by the college in 2010.

News 10/14/16

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Loose Leaf Collection to Begin October 24th for Henderson Residents

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Loose leaf collection will begin the week of October 24th, 2016, and will end Mid-January.  This involves the use of a vacuum machine and trucks therefore it is essential that leaves be free of rocks, trash and limbs so that the equipment is not damaged.  You may continue to bag the leaves or place in a container;  however,  it is not required until the loose leaf pickup season is over.

  1. LOOSE LEAVES – All leaves must be raked behind the curb (not into storm drains, ditches or gutters on the street)
  2. BAGGED LEAVES – All leaves must be in CLEAR plastic bags and weigh less than 50 lbs. per bag. Bags must be left at the curb. Do not put in street or gutters and ditches

Make certain that no leaves are left on top of your water meter. Leaves will generally be picked up on a two or three week rotation; however,  this is dependent on weather conditions and leaf accumulation. If you have any questions, contact the Public Services Department at 252-431-6115 or 252-431-6118. Also, please keep in mind after January 17, 2017,  if leaves are not bagged there will be a $75.00 charge.

Duke Energy helps Eaton-Johnson Students have fun

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The National Theatre for Children, sponsored by Duke Energy, provided two actors to perform several sketches for students at Eaton-Johnson Middle School on October 6.

The sketches or skits were entitled “Save the World” and focused on energy conservation covering a wide range of topics including using low energy light bulbs, energy efficient shower nozzles, being conservative with water usage and turning off lights when you leave a room.

Students laughed at the antics of the two male actors as they quickly changed costumes and became different characters during the sketches. Several Eaton-Johnson students volunteered to help in the sketches. The actors mostly portrayed middle school aged students who were learning about how to conserve energy both at school and home.

Eaton-Johnson Middle School is part of the Duke Energy program to help save 10 million kilowatt-hours of energy this school year. Schools in five different states are involved in the conservation effort. Parents and students at Eaton-Johnson have already received information on how to request a free Energy Kit. For each 100 Energy Kits ordered at the school, Duke Energy will provide a $250 prize to the school. The school with the most kit requests by December 31 will win $2,500.

Items in each Energy Kit are LED light bulbs, an LED night light, an energy efficient shower head, faucet aerators, switch/outlet gasket insulators and more.

Parents, students and school staff members can visit myenergykit.org to track energy conservation at the school and the number of kits ordered.

Shop with a Cop Returns for 2016

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The Henderson Police Department and the Vance County Sheriff’s Office have partnered with the Vance County Department of Social Services to assist children and families in the City of Henderson and Vance County during the holiday season through the “Shop with a Cop” program.

Funds raised through the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce “Shop with a Cop” raffle and by generous donors will be used to help underprivileged children and struggling families who otherwise would go without during the holidays. Individuals and families selected will have the opportunity to “Shop with a Cop” with one of Henderson’s and Vance County’s law enforcement officers.

Individuals or families wishing to participate in the “Shop with a Cop” program can pick up applications on October 18th, 19th, 27th, and 28th at the front desk of three locations: the Henderson Police Department at 200 Breckenridge Street; the Vance County Sheriff’s Office at 156 Church Street; and the Department of Social Services at 350 Ruin Creek Road, Henderson.

Completed applications must be returned to any of the three pickup locations no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, October 28, 2016.

News 10/13/16

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15th Annual Show, Shine, Shag, Dine

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Show, Shine, Shag and Dine and East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame

October 14th, 15th and 16th, the Vance County Tourism Development Authority presents the 15th Annual Show, Shine, Shag and Dine and The East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame and Reunion.

Tourism Director Nancy Wilson said the reunion and drag racing hall of fame inductions is what it’s all about.  She said, “It all leads up to this.  It’s a way to honor these guys for their contributions.  They’ve learned so much and have shared it with the racing world.”

Wilson said she started the show here to honor these drag racing legends, folks like Roy Johnson, Levi Holmes, John Livingston and his “Tennessee Thunder,” and nostalgia fuel dragsters.  She said, “They come to reunite and are just as happy as a lark to be here.”

You can join in too and see the inductions.  Admission is free on Sunday, October 16th.  Starting at 10 a.m., meet race icons of the 50s, 60s and 70s at the Vance Granville Community College Civic Center.  Everyone is invited to attend.

Saturday, October 15th is the big show day in downtown Henderson.  1976 and older antique, classic cars and nostalgia drag cars line the streets.  Admission is free on Saturday, and there will be vendors, food and live entertainment.

About 30,000 people are expected, at least that’s how many appeared last year.  In a wrap up article posted on WIZS.com last year, Wilson was asked to compare the show here to shows done elsewhere in towns the size of Henderson.  She said, “I don’t think there’s anyone who can compare.  We’re not a festival.  That’s not what we do.  It’s an event, a production.  The State Fair is about as close as I can get to the number of people at one location at one time.”

The economic impact here, for spending done while the show is here, will be between 2.5 and 3.0 million dollars.  If you ask around, the community, the people here and the leadership here are grateful for the show and especially for all the cars and drivers and legends that come in from out of town.

On Friday, October 14th at Satterwhite Point on Kerr Lake, guests will enjoy a southern style barbecue from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. for a $10 cover charge.

See more below and online at kerrlake-nc.com.

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Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers Thanks You for Support

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On September 15th The Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers held their annual Awards Banquet at Vance Granville Community honoring “The Best of the Best” in law enforcement.  They would like to thank the following people for being a sponsor for helping make this award winning night so special to so many.  They are:

1st Sgt. Jeff Rowan
Adam Johnson
Advantage Ford-Lincoln
Alice Harris
Baskerville & Baskerville, PLLC
Beacon Light Masonic Lodge #249
Billy Ford
Bobby Choplin
Calvary Baptist Church
Carolina Carpet and Flooring
Caroline Burnette
Charles Boyd Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC
City of Henderson
Clearview Church
Cobblestone Community Watch
Craig Thorpe
Danny Wright, CPA
Early Falsom Properties
Edward Woodlief
Frankie Nobles
Freison
Henderson Fruit and Produce
Henderson Institute Historical Museum
Henderson Vance Recreation Department
Home Decorator Shop
Henderson Police Department
J M. White Funeral Service
Joe Dittmar
Larry’s Service Company
Mainstreet Marketplace
MR Williams
Magnolia Management, LLC
Mike Waters, District Attorney
Vance County NAACP
Pinnell Insurance Agency
Rosemyr Corporation
The Screen Master
Senior Citizens Home, Inc.
Sheriff Peter White
Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Vance County
Vance Johnson
Vance-Granville Community College
Wester Realty & Insurance Agency, Inc.
Western Vance Academy
WIZS Radio

 

Again, thank you for your support in all that Crime Stoppers does to honor those for their commitment and dedication in serving the citizens of Henderson and Vance County.  Without your support, we would not be able provide them with necessary funds as well as other necessities to help gather information to make our city and county a safer place for all of us.

15th Annual Corbitt Truck Show

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The 15th Annual Corbitt Truck Show and the 15th Annual Show, Shine, Shag and Dine are THIS SATURDAY, OCT 15TH in downtown Henderson.

Charles Powell, Curtis Paul, Kenneth Stegall and the entire Corbitt Preservation Association are proud to announce that this should be the largest show so far.  Stegall wrote in a recent email to association members, “We will have vehicles here that have never been here before.”

Powell said, “John (Hedgepeth’s) military truck is going to be there.  And we will have one of the racing Corbitts that used to be on the racing circuit.  Some of the former drivers of the racing circuit will be there too.”

Stegall wrote, “It is the most amazing restoration I have ever seen. I am sure you will agree when you see it as well.”  The Hedgepeth military truck is pictured in the flyer below.

“Richard Johnson Corbitt IV will be attending the show for the second time.  There will be lots of reminiscing about the Corbitt company happening for sure with family and friends,” Stegall wrote.

Twenty five Corbitts or more are expected this year.

The Corbitts will be on display in their regular spot at the corner of Williams and Montgomery streets.  The museum will be open all day as well at the corner of Church and Chestnut streets.

If you wish to donate to the museum, mail your response to The Corbitt Preservation Association, PO Box 74, Henderson, NC 27536.

(This article was written by John C. Rose of WIZS, who is a member of the Corbitt Preservation Association.)

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