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Community Survey - Grand Forks Sign Code Update

About the Project
The City of Grand Forks is currently updating its sign code (Sections 18-0301, 18-0407, and 18-0204 of the City's Land Development Code). The sign code regulates the styles, sizes, and placement of signs within Grand Forks. The update will clarify sign standards and definitions, make the code easier to use, and address common issues with the current code.
Demographics
1. Tell Us About Yourself(Required.)
Signs and Community Character
2. How important are signs in creating a positive image of Grand Forks?(Required.)
3. Which words best describe the types of signs you would like to see in Grand Forks? (select up to four)(Required.)
Temporary Signs
4. Which temporary signs do you commonly notice?
5. Do temporary signs generally:
6. Should temporary signs face greater restrictions, fewer restrictions, or remain about the same as they are today?
Sign Types
7. What types of signs reflect the desired character for Grand Forks? Rate the following sign types.
Least desirable
Less desirable
Neutral
More Desirable
Most Desirable
Monopole (Small Sign Face)
Freestanding sign mounted on a single vertical pole
Monopole (Large Sign Face)
Freestanding sign mounted on a single vertical pole
Pylon (Multiple Signs)
Tall freestanding sign supported by two or more columns
What types of signs reflect the desired character for Grand Forks? Rate the following sign types.
Least Desirable
Less Desirable
Neutral
More Desirable
Most Desirable
Monument Sign (Short)
Freestanding sign attached to a base of a similar size
Photo of a sign low to the ground where the base is approximately the same width as the sign face
Monument Sign (Tall)
Freestanding sign attached to a base of a similar size
Tall sign with a base the same with as the sign face
Historic Sign
Sign with recognized historical, cultural, or architectural importance
What types of signs reflect the desired character for Grand Forks? Rate the following signs types.
Least Desirable
Less Desirable
Neutral
More Desirable
Most Desirable
Wall Sign
Mounted flat against the wall of a building
Rectangular sign mounted flat against an exterior wall
Wall Sign (Vinyl)
Mounted flat against the wall of a building
Projecting Sign
Sign mounted perpendicular to a building, extending outward
Round sign that projects perpendicularly over a sidewalk from an adjacent building
What types of signs reflect the desired character for Grand Forks? Please rate the following sign types.
Least Desirable
Less Desirable
Neutral
More Desirable
Most Desirable
Window Sign (Painted/Small Sign Face)
Sign painted on or displayed behind a window
Window Sign (Vinyl/Large Sign Face)
Sign displayed on or behind a window
Mural
Large artistic image painted directly on a wall
Mural painted directly on a brick wall
What types of signs reflect the desired character for Grand Forks? Please rate the following sign types.
Least Desirable
Less Desirable
Neutral
More Desirable
Most Desirable
Digital Sign (Monument)
Electronic sign displaying changeable messages, images, or video
Monument sign where the sign face is a digital screen
Digital Billboard
Large off-premises sign that uses an electronic sign for advertising
Large billboard where the sign face is a digital screen
Static Billboard
Large off-premises sign designed for advertising and changeable copy
Billboard with a sign face that does not change unless physically swapped out
8. Looking at the following commercial corridors, which sign environments reflect the future you want to see for Grand Forks?
Least Desirable
Less Desirable
Neutral
More Desirable
Most Desirable

Corridor with lots of tall pylon signs
Corridor with a moderate amount of pylon signs
Corridor with a moderate amount of pylon signs

Corridor with few pylon signs

Corridor with only monument signs
Business and Destination Visibility
9. How easy is it to identify businesses and destinations in north Grand Forks from nearby streets?
10. How easy is it to identify businesses and destinations in south Grand Forks from nearby streets?
11. What locations need better directional signage, if any? (select all that apply)
12. Which statement best reflects your opinion on signs along major highways in Grand Forks?
Digital and Electronic Signs
13. Where do you believe digital signs are most appropriate?
Very Inappropriate
Inappropriate
Neutral
Appropriate
Very Appropriate
Commercial corridors
Downtown
Institutional uses (schools, churches)
Industrial areas
Anywhere
Nowhere
Final Thoughts
14. What is the biggest sign-related issue the City should address?