Sign codes were the topic of discussion at the July 19 Warrenton Board of Aldermen meeting. The board discussed sign codes in the RC-1 and RC-2 zoning districts. The issue at hand was namely a series …
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Sign codes were the topic of discussion at the July 19 Warrenton Board of Aldermen meeting.The board discussed sign codes in the RC-1 and RC-2 zoning districts. The issue at hand was namely a series of requests by Casey’s General Store.Terri Thorn, director of operations for the city, said Casey’s had made a request for a series of signs. There was some confusion between the city and Casey’s about what the request actually entailed.Thorn said it was later decided Casey’s request was for temporary signs in areas where signs are allowed.The nature of the request prompted a discussion among the board about whether or not the sign codes in the RC-1 and RC-2 zoning districts are too restrictive.Alderman John Miller said he was contacted by Casey’s corporate offices about the signage request. He said while he is in favor of the restrictive codes, he would like to see Casey’s on an “even playing field with its competitors.”Miller said as long as the neighbors don’t have an issue with the signs, Casey’s should have more freedom.“Just to blanketly say no, I don’t think that’s fair,” he said.Alderman Karen Casserly pointed out that Casey’s chose to build in a residential area and knew what that district entails.“It wasn’t like they built something and then we decided it was going to residential around them,” she said.Alderman Gary Auch said the zoning districts were designed to give the appearance the area was still residential.When Casey’s came in, initially, it wasn’t a popular project, Auch said. He said it’s important for the neighbors to have a platform to voice any concerns about anything Casey’s might do to the area.“We really need to keep in mind what the impact would be on the surrounding properties,” he said.Miller said he agreed with Auch. The neighbors must be protected, but he wondered if Casey’s shouldn’t be allowed to apply for a permit. Citizens could then be notified and have a chance to speak out at a public hearing.Once Thorn explained that Casey’s requests were all permitted, Miller dropped the issue.The board took no action with the discussion.City of Warrenton
