§ 42-1. Signs on public property.

(a)

A temporary sign placed in the public right-of-way for the purpose of advertising an "open house", only when the open house is held to promote the sale of real estate, is permissible for a period of not to exceed four continuous hours. Such signs shall be of a design to be "free standing". Under no circumstances shall any such sign be attached to utility poles, traffic light support poles and etc.

(b)

No signs, except as provided in subsection (a) herein, even those of a temporary nature, shall be placed on the public right-of-way without the prior approval of the city.

(c)

Applications for approval to place a temporary sign on the public right-of-way may be made to the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 650 S. Riverview Dr., Parchment, Michigan.

(d)

The city manager shall consider applications for temporary signs when the city manager determines that the general public will be served thereby and that the same does not constitute a dangerous condition, and may grant permission for temporary signs under such terms and conditions as the city manager deems advisable.

(e)

Any person, firm or corporation denied permission to place a temporary sign on the public right-of-way may appeal the decision of the city manager to the city commission and shall have the right to hearing before the city commission.

(f)

The officials of the City of Parchment, including officers [of] the police department, are directed to enforce this policy by removing all signs which are in conflict with this section.

(Res. of 6-3-91)