Historic Review Board

HISTORIC REVIEW BOARD MEETING 112 Confederate Street June 14th, 2022 4:30 PM AGENDA CALL TO ORDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. HRB Meeting: April 26th, 2022 [Pages 2-8] NEW BUSINESS 1. Request for Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) [Pages 9-21] Applicant Name: Joe Brennard Owner Name: 215 N Main St, LLC Property Address: 215 Main Street Purpose: Certificate of Appropriateness request for proposed wall sign and projecting sign Property information: Town of Fort Mill Historic Preservation District LC, Local Commercial Zoning District ADJOURN The following press was notified of the meeting by email or fax in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act: The Herald; CN2; WRHI; Fort Mill Times, and WBTV. The agenda was also posted at the entrance to Town Hall the required length of time and on the Town website. The Town of Fort Mill is committed to assuring accessibility with reasonable accommodation, of Town services and facilities for all individuals, in compliance with federal law. Please contact the Town Manager’s Office at 803-547-2116 if you need assistance. 1  MINUTES TOWN OF FORT MILL HISTORIC REVIEW BOARD April 26th, 2022 112 Confederate Street 4:30 PM Present: Chairman Louis Roman, David Booth, Megan Brinton, Scott Couchenour, Planning Director Penelope Karagounis, Senior Planner Alex Moore Absent: Elizabeth Leventis, Jessica Scarlett, Nikki Todaro Guests: B. Bayles Mack, Cory Ellis, Greg Bauer, Tracey Roman CALL TO ORDER Chairman Louis Roman called the meeting to order at 4:30 PM. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairman Louis Roman entertained a motion to approve the minutes. Mr. Couchenour made a motion to approve the minutes from the February 8th, 2022, meeting as presented. David Booth seconded the motion to approve the minutes. The minutes were then approved by a vote of 4-0. NEW BUSINESS 1. Request for Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) The first item on the agenda included a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) submitted by B. Bayles Mack, to install a historical marker at 108 Tom Hall Street. Senior Planner Alex Moore noted the location of the property as being within the town’s historic district along with the zoning of LC, Local Commercial. Senior Planner Moore then stated that the proposed sign is an interpretive sign per the historic district guidelines. An interpretive sign provides information to visitors on natural, cultural, and historic resources. An interpretive sign should be designed to be simple in character. The sign face should be designed to be easily read by pedestrians and remain subordinate to its context. Additionally, Moore noted that interpretive signs should generally comply with the historic district guidelines for the type of sign that is the closest match. In this instance, this proposed interpretive sign is most closely related to a pole mounted or freestanding sign (per the design guidelines). The design guidelines are attached. Senior Planner Moore indicated that the underlying zoning district is Local Commercial. The maximum height for this type of sign within this zoning district is 8’. The sign must also be located at least 3’ back from the street right- of-way. 2 Moore then provided the staff recommendation as follows: While the design of the proposed historical marker deviates a bit from the historic guidelines suggest for a pole mounted/free standing sign, the sign as proposed does conform to the recommendations for an interpretive sign. Planning Staff deems the sign’s conformity to the recommendations for an interpretive sign to be paramount because the standards are necessary for the sign to be appropriately incorporated into the streetscape in a meaningful way. Thus, staff recommends that the HRB grant approval for a Certificate of Appropriateness for the historical marker with the stipulation that the sign not be more than 8’ in height and that it be set back at least 3’ from the Tom Hall Street right-of-way. Senior Planner Moore then presented the signage proposal as submitted by the applicant. This in fact consisted of two iterations with slightly different designs. He noted at Mr. Mack would present the historical background as presented within the copy to be placed on the signage. Mr. Mack indicated that one of the reasons that he proposed to place this historical marker is that the home itself is eligible to be placed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). However, the NRHP does not allow a home to have multiple names. In this instance the home is known as the Kimbrell, Desportes, Mack House. Mr. Mack stated that in his view, the appropriate naming of the home, in the context of Fort Mill, was more important than working to place the property on the NRHP. Mr. Mack noted that his grandfather and grandmother, John Barron Mills and Ziza Young Mills were married in this home in 1900. This was a double ring ceremony with Mr. and Mrs. Kimbrell. Mr. Mack also stated that this home was for many years occupied by the Desportes family. During this period, Dr. Desportes, a physician, had his medical office at this location. At another time, this home was a teacherage. Mr. Mack then stated that he would have the sign designed and placed to conform all town requirements. Scott Couchenour then stated that the signage as proposed is like that found on the building currently housing the Local Dish restaurant. Chairman Roman then noted that it appeared that this sign would be designed to be very durable. Megan Brinton asked Mr. Mack about the ownership as listed on the application. Mr. Mack indicated that the home is a life estate property and that he is an owner of the property. Additionally, Ms. Brinton asked if Mr. Mack did indeed plan to work on placing the property on the NRHP Mr. Mack stated that he had established that the home was eligible for the NRHP. However, one of the requirements for NRHP was that a home not have more than one name. Thus, it would be his intention not to pursue NRHP listing for this home. Ms. Brinton then asked if the historicity of the language to be placed on the marker had been verified. Mr. Mack replied that the history had indeed been researched and verified by LeAnne Burnett Morse, a local writer and historian, who has assisted him with similar projects in Fort Mill. There being no other questions or comments, Chairman Roman entertained a motion. David Booth made a motion to approve the second signage iteration as presented with the HRB packet. Megan Brinton seconded the motion. By a vote of 4-0, the HRB approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for the second iteration of the historical marker as presented for 108 Tom Hall Street 3 2. Request for Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) The second item on the agenda was a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness submitted by Darren R. Vanderhall with Signarama-Pineville. The applicant requested two wall signs to be approved at 240 Main Street in Fort Mill. The owner of the property, Dr. Cory Ellis, DVM, attended the meeting. Senior Planner Moore stated that the property is located within the historic preservation district, but it is not listed on the NRHP. As you will remember, this project came before us in October 2020. At that time, we were doing virtual meetings due to covid. At the October 2020 meeting, the HRB approved the professional veterinarian symbol on each respective fin (see ppt). Subsequently, the owner has determined that he would like to change this up a bit. Thus, we have this latest iteration before you. This proposed sign is categorized as a wall sign. Our design guidelines have parameters for the implementation of wall signs. These are within the packet on page 25. Senior Planner Moore then stated that internal illumination is not allowed. However, signage may incorporate external lighting directed toward the sign from an external shielded lamp. Additionally, the zoning ordinance dictates that a wall sign shall not exceed an area equal to 15% of the area of the wall to which it is affixed. Moore then indicated that the applicant has indicated that the area of each respective fin is approximately 164.8 square feet in area. See page 24. Based on the 15% calculation, each respective fin can support 24.7 square feet of signage. The applicant has proposed a wall sign consisting of 23.07 square feet on each fin. Their proposal is 61” x 54.5” which equates to 5.08 x 4.54 = 23.07. Moore stated that planning staff recommends that the HRB grant approval for a COA for the wall signage as presented. Megan Brinton asked what the sign material consisted of. Senior Planner Moore stated that the signage would be constructed of aluminum. David Booth asked Dr. Ellis if this signage would give his business enough of an advertising presence on Main Street. Dr. Ellis stated that it would be his intention to also do “up-lighting” which would help at night. He indicated that he would have had larger signage designed, but the necessity of staying within town guidelines led to the proposed design Nonetheless, he stated that he believed that this signage would accomplish what he wanted. Megan Brinton asked if there was other signage currently on the building. Senior Planner Moore showed a slide which illustrated the current signage on the building. This signage was in fact previously approved at HRB in October 2020. Scott Couchenour asked about the current lighting standards as to whether lighting color could be changed based on seasonal or other considerations. Senior Planner Moore indicated that signage within the historic district could not be internally illuminated. However, he stated that signage could be illuminated via “up-lighting.” He further indicated that changing the color of such up-lighting would not be problematic, although such lighting could not result in intermittent blinking. Dr. Ellis stated that he had no intention of flashing lights. There being no other questions or comments, Chairman Roman entertained a motion. Megan Brinton made a motion to approve. 4 Scott Couchenour seconded the motion. By a vote of 4-0, the HRB approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for the wall signage as submitted for 240 Main Street. 3. Request for Preliminary Bailey Bill Certification The third item on the agenda was a request for preliminary Bailey Bill certification for the property located at 215 Main Street in Fort Mill. The owner of the property, Greg Bauer, was in attendance at the meeting. Senior Planner Moore presented and overview of this application for preliminary Bailey Bill certification. Our code of ordinances authorizes a special tax assessment for rehabilitated historic properties that meet the criteria for eligibility. This is authorized by the SC Code of Laws and is generally referred to as the Bailey Bill. Upon final certification, the Bailey Bill allows the property’s value to be assessed at the pre-rehab value for a period of 20 years. I would note that only the Town of Fort Mill ad valorem tax is abated as York County does not participate in the Bailey Bill program. The goal for the Bailey Bill program within the town is fourfold: (1) Encourage the rehabilitation of historic properties; (2) Promote community development and redevelopment; (3) Encourage sound community planning; (4) Promote the general health, safety, and welfare of the community. In order to be eligible for the Bailey Bill special tax assessment, historic properties must receive both preliminary and final certification. The property must be listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), or the property must be located within a historic district listed on the NRHP, and the primary structure to be rehabilitated must be at least 50 years old. In this instance, records indicate that this building is listed on the NRHP as part of the Fort Mill Historic District and was built in 1911. Additionally, there is a minimum expenditure requirement for such projects. The amount spent on all improvements must be at least 20% of the appraised value. For purposes of the Bailey Bill, there are three methods of determining the fair market value (FMV). These include a property appraisal completed by a real estate appraiser licensed by the State of South Carolina; Sale price as delineated in a bona fide contract of sale within twelve months of the time the application is submitted; or the most recent appraised value published by the York County Tax Assessor. For this submittal, the applicant has determined FMV via the sale price as delineated in a bona fide contract of sale, which was $499,000.00 as indicated within the attached contract of purchase and sale. Thus, the minimum expenditure required for this project is $99,800.00, or 20% of the sales value. The application indicates that the estimated project expenditure will be $350,000.00. To be eligible the following work will be reviewed: i. Repairs to the exterior of the designated building. ii. Alterations to the exterior of the designated building. iii. New construction on the property on which the building is located, including site work. iv. Alterations to interior primary public spaces, as defined by the reviewing authority. v. Any remaining work where the expenditures for such work are being used to satisfy the minimum expenditures for rehabilitation, including but not limited to, alterations made to mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems. 5 Senior Planner Moore noted that the historic rehabilitation must be conducted according to the following standards: i. The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of historic materials or alterations or of features and spaces that characterize each property shall be avoided. ii. Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development shall not be undertaken. iii. Most properties change over time. Those changes that have acquired historic significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved. iv. Distinctive features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a property should be preserved. v. Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement or of a distinctive feature, the new should match the old in design, color, texture, and other visual qualities and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing features shall be substantiated by documentary, physical or pictorial evidence. vi. Chemical or physical treatments, such as sandblasting, that cause damage to historic materials shall not be used. The surface cleaning of structures, if appropriate, shall be undertaken using the gentlest means possible. vii. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the historic property and its environment. viii. New additions and adjacent new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that, if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired. Senior Planner Moore then stated that if this application receives preliminary approval from the HRB, rehabilitation work may begin subsequent to plan review, approval, and issuance of permits by the Town of Fort Mill Building Department. Additionally, all contractors performing work on this project must obtain a Town of Fort Mill Business License. The project must be completed within two years of the date of the preliminary certification. If the project is not complete after two years, but the minimum expenditures for rehabilitation have been incurred, the property continues to receive the special assessment until the project is completed or until the end of the special assessment period, whichever shall occur first. Upon completion of the project, the property must receive final Bailey Bill certification by the HRB to be eligible for the special assessment. The HRB shall review at a regularly scheduled meeting, and inspect, if they so desire, the completed project to determine if the work is consistent with rehabilitation plan being reviewed during the current, preliminary certification process. The applicant’s submittal information for Bailey Bill Preliminary review, including pictures, and architectural plans are included subsequent to this staff report. Planning Staff recommends that HRB grant APPROVAL for preliminary certification for the proposed Bailey Bill project at 215 Main Street. 6 Mr. Bauer, property owner, then spoke to the historic review board about the project. He noted that this would be his eleventh restaurant, with others located in Charleston, SC, Conway, SC, Savannah, GA, and in Charlotte. He stated that his passion is rehabilitating and utilizing historic buildings and that the Bailey Bill program would allow him to offset some of this cost at 215 Main Street. Mr. Bauer noted that a key component of the current rehab at 215 Main Street in Fort Mill was saving and maintaining the existing tin ceiling. He stated that they were very hopeful that this important architectural attribute of the building would be able to be saved and be a visible part of the rehab. Additionally, Mr. Bauer stated that his team was working through a few permitting issues with the town, but that he anticipated successful completion of the plan review. As a matter of interest, Chairman Roman then shared that he believed it was very appropriate that this building use the Bailey Bill because that as a member of the Fort Mill Economic Council, he spent a lot of time meeting in this building during which he urged the town to adopt the Bailey Bill program. Ultimately, the decision was made in the Spratt Building to move forward with the Bailey Bill program. Scott Couchenour asked when a sign would be installed for this business at 215 Main Street. Senior Planner Moore responded that this would likely come before the historic review board in May. Mr. Couchnour then asked if the town of Fort Mill still set aside money for exterior rehab. Planning Director Penelope Karagounis responded that the town did budget money for such façade grants within the historic district. Mr. Bauer then asked if the façade grant would apply to signage. Senior Planner Moore responded that technically it does, but that typically the town wanted to see façade grant applications that encompass more than just signage. He did indicate that staff could take a look at the possibility of a façade grant for just signage. Chairman Roman then responded that the façade grant could cover both the front and rear of buildings. Senior Planner Moore concurred with this. Chairman Roman noted that it was the board’s position to promote the availability of these façade improvement grants for exterior improvements to buildings in the historic district. Megan Brinton asked about a note within the plan-set which indicated part of the ceiling would be removed. Senior Planner Moore indicated that the portion of the ceiling to be removed would include the first floor drop ceiling and that both the tin ceiling and tin cornice would remain. Scott Couchenhour then asked if the exterior trim work were painted, would the application then have to come back before the HRB for review? Senior Planner Moore responded that if the same color was maintained then it would not have to come back before HRB for review. Moore then noted that the parameters indicated that work considered as part of normal repair and maintenance are not eligible for the façade grant program. Megan Brinton then asked Mr. Bauer when he hoped to open. 7 Mr. Bauer stated that he would like to be open by December 31st, 2022. There being no other questions or comments, Chairman Roman entertained a motion. Scott Couchenour made a motion to approve the application for preliminary Bailey Bill certification for 215 Main Street. Megan Brinton seconded the motion. By a vote of 4-0, the HRB approved the preliminary Bailey Bill certification for 215 Main Street. There was then some discussion about possibly holding an HRB meeting on May 10th. Planning Director Penelope Karagounis then reminded HRB members that there would be a virtual continuing education class held on Wednesday May 18th from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. She asked all members to please attend if possible. Megan Brinton noted that she obtained three hours of continuing education from the South Carolina statewide historic preservation conference. There being no other business, Chairman Roman adjourned the meeting at 5:15 PM. Respectfully submitted, Alex J. Moore, AICP Senior Planner May 27th, 2022 8  H I S T OR I C R E V I E W B OA R D Applicant: Joe Brennard with Seaboard Signs Subject Property: 215 Main Street Property Owner: 215 N Main St, LLC Tax Map # 020-02-01-006 Zoning District: Local Commercial, LC/Historic District Zoning Case: 2022-246 REQUEST The Planning Department has received an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) from Joe Brennard with Seaboard Signs to place one wall sign and one projecting sign at 215 Main Street. SITE DESCRIPTION AND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION PLAN This property is located within the downtown historic district and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). This building was constructed in 1911. The applicant requests a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) from the Historic Review Board (HRB) to install one wall sign and one projecting sign on the façade of the building. The Fort Mill Historic District Design Guidelines have schematic parameters for the implementation of signage. These guidelines are attached. Generally, the historic district signage guidelines indicate that there should be clear objectives established for the signage with limited impacts on defining features of a given building. If the subject building has discernable locations of original signage, such areas should be targeted for new or updated signs. The proposed signage should be compatible with the building and site. The impact on the overall area, including adjacent structures, should also be considered. Internal illumination of signage is not permitted within the Town of Fort Mill Historic District. Signage within the historic district may incorporate external lighting directed toward the sign from an external shielded lamp. Each sign as proposed will now be considered with respect to the town’s historic district and zoning guidelines. The applicant has provided color renderings of the planned signage which are included within the HRB packet. 9  WALL SIGN • The drawing as submitted for the wall sign indicates a clear objective in that discernable and appealing graphics are used. Importantly, the impacts upon the building’s character defining features are certainly limited. • Additionally, the historic district guidelines indicate that the proposed location of this wall sign is appropriate. Specifically, the illustrative drawing indicates that this wall sign would be placed within a recessed, framed area over the storefront area of the façade. Based on the design of the façade, the historic district guidelines indicate that this section was in fact likely intended as the signage location for this building. • The proposed wall sign does fit the architecture and scale of the building. As noted above, the submitted drawing indicates that this sign is in the appropriate location on the façade. • This wall sign, as designed, will be compatible with the building and surrounding businesses. • The respective zoning regulations for such wall signs shall also be considered. Downtown Fort Mill has the LC zoning designation. The town’s zoning ordinance indicates that a wall sign shall not exceed an area equal to 15% of the area of the wall to which it is affixed. Thus, the wall sign as proposed consists of approximately 3.1 square feet. This wall sign is within the parameters allowed. PROJECTING SIGN • The drawing as submitted for the projecting sign indicates a clear objective in that discernable and appealing graphics are used. Importantly, the impacts upon the building’s character defining features are certainly limited. • Additionally, the historic district guidelines indicate that the proposed location of this projecting sign on the façade is appropriate. Specifically, the illustrative drawing shows that this projecting sign would be placed near the entrance and to the side of it. • The proposed projecting sign does fit the architecture and scale of the building. As noted above, the submitted drawing indicates that this projecting sign is in the appropriate location on the façade. • This projecting sign, as designed, will be compatible with the building and surrounding businesses. • The respective zoning regulations for such wall signs shall also be considered. Downtown Fort Mill has the LC zoning designation. The town’s zoning ordinance indicates that a projecting sign shall not exceed an area of 12 square feet and may not extend more than three feet from the façade. The proposed projecting sign consists of 5.58 square feet, and it will extend three feet from the façade. 10  • Additionally, the town’s building code indicates that a projecting sign must be placed so that the bottom of the sign is located at least eight feet above the sidewalk. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Planning Staff recommends that the HRB grant APPROVAL for a Certificate of Appropriateness for the proposed wall sign and projecting sign as submitted with the stipulation that the bottom of the projecting sign be located at least eight feet above the sidewalk. 11  iÈ}˜Ո`iˆ˜iÃvœÀ iÜ>˜`œ`ˆwi`-ˆ}˜Ã Signs are used to identify the location of a business and attract customers. Signs should be both integral to a building’s design and noticeable to customers. When planning signage for a building: Establish objectives for signage Signage should provide clear, legible information about a business while also appealing to prospective customers. A signage plan should demonstrate forethought in the design, size, placement and graphic format of each sign to ensure an integrated signage strategy and design. Every proposed sign should have a purpose. Limit impacts on character-defining features 6LJQDJHVKRXOGSURYLGHFOHDU A building’s historic architecture, such as its pilasters and decorative OHJLEOHLQIRUPDWLRQDERXWDEXVLQHVV banding, is important to protect. These features may also be a major ZKLOHDOVRDSSHDOLQJWRSURVSHFWLYH draw to customers and provide a unique business identity. Plan signage FXVWRPHUV to highlight, rather than cover or physically impact, these elements. Find original sign locations on a building Step back and examine a building from across the street. Does it have a recessed or framed horizontal band over the storefront or below the roof parapet? Does the building have large shop windows? Many historic and even modern buildings are designed with sign bands. Similarly, large shop windows were intended for pedestrian-scale advertising. Use of these originally designed sign spaces will ensure that new signage $SSURSULDWHO\SODFHGDQGVL]HG is well integrated into a building’s architecture. VLJQDJHFUDIWHGRIGXUDEOH PDWHULDOVFDQUHLQIRUFHWKH DUFKLWHFWXUHRIDKLVWRULFEXLOGLQJ Ensure sign compatibility with building and site DQGLWVVXUURXQGLQJVDQGDWWUDFW Consider what type and size of signage would best fit the architecture FXVWRPHUV and scale of a historic building. What signage would best relate to a building’s original vertical and horizontal patterns? Are the proposed signs made of high quality materials that correspond with the building and its surroundings? Appropriately placed and sized signage, crafted of durable materials, can reinforce the architecture of a historic building and its surroundings, and attract customers. Conversely, maximizing signage may often lead to visual clutter that does not promote business activity. $SSURSULDWHO\SODFHGDQGVL]HG Consider impacts on the block VLJQDJHFUDIWHGRIGXUDEOH Is the building located in a historic district next to other historic PDWHULDOVFDQUHLQIRUFHWKH buildings? Is the building in a residential setting? Consider placing DUFKLWHFWXUHRIDKLVWRULFEXLOGLQJ DQGLWVVXUURXQGLQJVDQGDWWUDFW signs at the same height and similar façade locations as adjacent FXVWRPHUV commercial buildings to provide an integrated block appearance. When located next to residential uses, consider the visual impact, as well as the potential “light spray” impacts, of signage. Fort Mill Historic District Design Guidelines 12  Create graphic interest A generic sign box does little to acknowledge a business’ location in a unique historic district or on a historic landmark site. Ensure that any proposed signage lives up to its historic landmark or district location, and is distinctive. In most cases, this translates into signage that is creative and visually interesting, providing pedestrians with a sense of curiosity and delight. Sign Character A new sign should be in character with the materials, colors and details of the building. The integration of the sign with the building or building façade is important and should be a key factor in its design (QFRXUDJHVLJQDJHWKDWLVFUHDWLYH and installation. DQGYLVXDOO\LQWHUHVWLQJSURYLGLQJ SHGHVWULDQVZLWKDVHQVHRI FXULRVLW\DQGGHOLJKW 5.3 A sign should be subordinate to the overall building composition. ‡ Design a sign to be simple in character. ‡ Scale a sign to fit with the façade of the building. ‡ Locate a sign to emphasize design elements of the façade Itself. ‡ Mount a sign to fit within existing architectural features using the shape of the sign to help reinforce the horizontal lines of the building. ‡ Rooftop, animated and message board signs are inappropriate. Sign Content $VLPSOHVLJQGHVLJQLVSUHIHUUHG Sign content should be designed to be visually interesting and clearly legible. 5.4 A simple sign design is preferred. ‡ Typefaces that are in keeping with those seen in the area traditionally are encouraged. ‡ Avoid hard-to-read or overly intricate typeface styles. 13 Sign Lighting The sign illumination source should be shielded to minimize glare. Light intensity should not overpower the building or street edge. Small and discreet modern light fittings may provide an unobtrusive alternative to traditionally styled lamp units. 5.5 Use shielded lighting source on a sign. ‡ Directing lighting at signage from an external, shielded lamp is appropriate. ‡ A warm light, similar to daylight, is appropriate. ‡ Strobe lighting is not appropriate. ‡ Internal illumination is not appropriate. 8VHVKLHOGHGOLJKWLQJVRXUFHRQD VLJQ 5.6 Silhouette lighting may provide an effective and subtle form of lighting which can be used to accentuate both sign and building. ‡ This form of lighting can be used with either wall or sign panels or individual letters. ‡ The light source should not be visible. 14  Sign Installation The installation of a sign is an integral aspect in the retention of key architectural features and in minimizing damage to the building. 5.7 Avoid damaging or obscuring architectural details or features when installing signs. ‡ Minimize the number of anchor points on the wall when feasible. Sign Materials A sign should exhibit qualities of style, permanence and compatibility with the natural and built environment. 5.8 Use sign materials that are compatible with the building façade and site. ‡ Use colors, materials and details that are compatible with the overall character of the façade. ‡ Permanent, durable materials that reflect the Fort Mill context are encouraged. ‡ Avoid highly reflective materials. Sign Color Color should be used both to accentuate the sign design and message and also to integrate the sign or lettering with the building and its context. $YRLGGDPDJLQJRUREVFXULQJ 5.9 Use colors for the sign that are generally compatible DUFKLWHFWXUDOGHWDLOVRUIHDWXUHV with those of the building front. ZKHQLQVWDOOLQJVLJQV ‡ Limit the number of colors used on a sign. In general, no more than three colors should be used, although accent colors may also be appropriate. Use colors for the sign that are JHQHUDOO\FRPSDWLEOHZLWKWKRVHRI WKHEXLOGLQJIURQW 15  Wall Sign This is an attached sign painted on or attached to the wall or surface of a building or display surface which is parallel to the supporting surface. 5.12 Flush mounted wall signs may be considered. ‡ Place wall signs to align with nearby buildings. 'HVLJQDZDOOVLJQWRPLQLPL]HWKH ‡ Determine if decorative moldings exist that could define a sign GHSWKRIDVLJQSDQHORUOHWWHUV panel. If so, locate a flush-mounted wall sign to fit within a panel formed by moldings or transom panels. ‡ Do not obstruct character-defining features of a building with signage. 5.13 Design a wall sign to minimize the depth of a sign panel or letters. ‡ A wall sign should be relatively flush with the building façade. $ZDOOVLJQVKRXOGEHUHODWLYHO\ÀXVK ‡ Design a wall sign to sit within, rather than forward of, the fascia ZLWKWKHEXLOGLQJIDoDGH or other architectural details of the building. 16 Projecting Sign This is an attached sign which projects and has one end attached to a building, and which does not employ ground support. 5.14 Design a projecting sign to be similar in character to those seen traditionally. ‡ Design the sign bracket as a decorative or complementary element of the sign. The bracket should appear as part of the sign composition and design. 5.15 Projecting or blade signs may be considered. ‡ Locate small projecting signs near the business entrance, just above the door or to the side of it. ‡ Mount moderately sized projecting signs higher on the building, 'HVLJQWKHVLJQEUDFNHWDVD centered on the façade or positioned at the corner. GHFRUDWLYHRUFRPSOHPHQWDU\ ‡ Small hanging signs are appropriate under a canopy on commercial HOHPHQWRIWKHVLJQ building types or from the inside of a porch on residential building types. 17  06/14/22 - AJM 18  06/14/22 - AJM 19 21