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Please take notice that the PLANNING COMMISSION of the City of Wheeling will hold a public hearing on MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2020 AT 5:00 P.M., in City Council Chambers, Room 103 City-County Building, to consider the following two text amendments to the zoning ordinance:

1. Section 1359.02 "Applicability", by prohibiting the placement of all signs in the right of way, with the exception of sidewalk signs in the commercial and industrial zoning districts.

2. Adding the following sign type to Section 1359.07 Signs Not Subject To Permit Under This Ordinance: "(i) Sidewalk Sign a business located in a commercial or industrial zoning district is permitted to have one sidewalk sign directly in front of their establishment. The sign shall be no larger than 30" x 36". The sign shall be placed in a manner that allows a 4' travel path for clear passage. The sign shall only be displayed during business hours. The city shall not be held responsible or liable for any claims resulting from the placement of the sign on the sidewalk."

If you would like to express your opinion concerning this matter, you are invited to attend the above-mentioned public hearing. For additional information, please contact the Economic and Community Development Department at 304-234-3701.

You can contact us at (304) 234-3617, or visit the City Building at 1500 Chapline Street Wheeling, WV 26003 or visit www.wheelingwv.gov.

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