Wauwatosa, WI - File #: 23-989

• File #: 23-989
• Version: 1
• Type: Action Item
• Status: Passed
• File created: 3/31/2023
• In control: Board of Public Works
• On agenda: 4/3/2023
• Title: Request by Sign Effectz, Inc. for an encroachment into the City right-of-way at 6505 W. North Avenue for building signage
• Related files: 23-1176

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result
4/3/2023	1	Board of Public Works	recommended for approval	Pass

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Request by Sign Effectz, Inc. for an encroachment into the City right-of-way at 6505 W. North Avenue for building signage

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Submitted by:

Michael Steiner

Department:

Engineering Division

A.                     Issue

Approve an encroachment agreement to allow signage to be placed in the right-of-way.

B.                     Background/Options

The applicant is proposing to install a projecting Blade sign over the public sidewalk. The sign will be 30" over the property line and 8' above grade.

C.  Staff Comments

Division Comments:

Public Works: No Issues

Engineering: Lights should be installed at least 10 feet above the sidewalk, and the lowest point of the lamp cannot be less than 8 feet above the sidewalk.  Lights must be tipped in toward the building to prevent glare to drivers.

D.                     Recommendation

Approve the request based on the conditions above and execution of a Hold Harmless Agreement

recommendation

Recommendation to Common Council