Virginia Beach Council Puts Forth Draft Ordinance to Regulate LED Signs

In an attempt to regulate LED electronic signs, the City Council has recently unveiled a draft ordinance that targets the bright messages.

A City Council decision this month to allow Wave Church to erect an electronic sign in a residential area of Great Neck angered some neighbors who called the signs garish and said they don't belong among homes.

The proposed ordinance would allow LEDs in most business zoning districts but prohibit them in residential areas, limit their height to 8 feet and size to 32 square feet, and require at least five seconds between changing messages to reduce flashing. Schools, many of which already have LEDs, would be exempt. Signs at Town Center or at public parks would need City Council approval.

The ordinance does not specifically address LEDs at religious buildings such as churches. However, a different ordinance allows owners of religious buildings in residential areas to apply to the City Council for sign permits. That's how Wave Church got approval for its sign.

The ordinance, requested by Councilman Ron Villanueva, now goes to the Planning Commission for review.

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