[Chat] Illegal Signs

[PaulineCVCBD at aol.com]

Hello all,

       The sign "buzz" has been brought to my attention by a community 
member. Apparently it has taken on a life of it's own. A few comments and 
suggestions:

       These signs are illegal (free standing, sandwich, Lotto , etc.) This 
is an issue that was raised and put to bed in 2002 by the CVCBD, Community 
Associations and the City. The City admits they are illegal, however claims not to 
have the manpower to enforce. There is also a fine line between signs for 
local community sports, pot luck dinners and other activities versus a commercial 
sign.

        If community members feel they need enforcement, perhaps a formal, 
written complaint to the appropriate local body will give some teeth to city 
enforcement. The P.U.D. (Planned Unit Development Committee) of the Charles 
Village Civic Association, to the attention of Sandy Sparks or Beth Bullamore. The  
Charles/25th URO Committee (south of 27th. Street). The Chair of this 
committee is Andrea Van Arsdale. 
       Those outside these areas can address the complaint to your respective 
Associations or the CVCBD. Friendly reminders to sign owners have been 
ignored, and the city discourages others from enforcement, for obvious reasons.

       Apparently Brad is confused, there is no sandwich sign in front of the 
CVCBD, other than the hanging sign, for which the CVCBD pays a Minor 
Priveledge tax.

       Hopefully, this info. will be clear up some of the confusion.

Regards, 

Pauline Davis
Economic Development & Housing Director
Charles Village Community Benefits District
2301 North Charles Street
Baltimore, Md. 21218
410-235-4411 ext. 13
www.charlesvillage.org
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