Signage Criteria
GENERAL SIGNAGE CRITERIA
A. Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………………... 3
B. Submittals & Approvals…………………………………………………………………………………... 3
C. Fabrication, Installation & Removal Requirements…………………………………………………..... 4
D. Non-Conformance………………………………………………………………………………………... 6
E. Guarantee……………………………………………………………………………………………….... 6
F. Insurance Requirements ……………………………………………………………………………….... 6
G. Signage Attachment Details …………………………………………………………………………….. 7
H. Storefront Signage ……………………………………………………………………………………..... 7
I. Primary Tenant Identification Signage ……………………………………………………………….... 8
Tenant Signage Site Plan……………………………………..………………………………………….......9
Typical Storefront Elevations……………………………………..…………………………………….….10
PRIMARY TENANT IDENTIFICATION SIGNAGE
SIGN TYPE A………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11
EXHIBIT A.1 - Typical Storefront Signage - Type A ………………….……………………………... 12
EXHIBIT A.2 - Sign Type A – Single Line Detail..……………………….………………………….... 13
EXHIBIT A.3 - Sign Type A – Double Line Detail..………………………………………………….... 14
EXHIBIT A.4 - Mounting Detail …………………………………………..…………………………..... 15
SIGN TYPE B………………………………………………………………………………………………..
EXHIBIT B.1 - Typical Storefront Signage - Type B ………………………………………………...
EXHIBIT B.2 - Sign Type B Detail..…………………………………………………………………....
EXHIBIT B.3 - Mounting Detail …………………………………………………………………….....
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SIGN TYPE C………………………………………………………………………………………………..
EXHIBIT C.1 - Typical Storefront Signage - Type C ………………………………………………...
EXHIBIT C.2 - Sign Type C Detail..…………………………………………………………………....
EXHIBIT C.3 - Mounting Detail …………………………………………………………………….....
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SECONDARY TENANT IDENTIFICATION SIGNAGE
SIGN TYPE D- Blade Sign……………………………………………………………………………..….. 24
EXHIBIT D.1 – Blade Sign Detail ……………………………………………………………………... 25
EXHIBIT D.2 – Blade Sign Elevations ……………………………………………….………………... 26
SIGN TYPE E- Entry Door/Storefront Window Signage………………………………………….…...... 27
Typical Perimeter Sign Elevations………………………………………….………………………....... 29
SIGN TYPE F…………………………………………………………………………………………….….. 30
EXHIBIT F.1 - Sign Type F Details…………………. ………………………………………………... 32
EXHIBIT F.2 – Exterior Signage Mounting Details…………………………………………………... 33
SPECIFIC SIGNAGE CRITERIA
1. Service/Delivery Signage………………………………………………………………………………..
2. Temporary Signage……………………………………………………………………………………...
3. Prohibited Signs………………………………………………………………………………………....
4. Food Court Signage…………………………………………………………………………………......
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A.
Introduction
This criteria has been developed to guide each Tenant to an imaginative signage solution.
The guidelines established herein will ensure that Tenant identification is of consistent
quality and is compatible with the architectural character of the Center. Each proposed
sign will be evaluated on the design’s excellence and compatibility with neighboring signs
and the overall character of the Center’s signage/graphics. Tenant’s signage depends on
location and architectural conditions at the storefronts within the Center.
1. Storefront Tenant Identification Sign Options for Internal Areas of Center:
a. Type A: Sign panel.
b. Type B: Fabricated individual reverse channel letters with halo
illumination.
c. Type C: Reverse channel, halo-lit letters on a curved raceway
2. Secondary Tenant Identification Sign Options for Internal Areas of Center:
a. Type D: Blade sign mounted above storefront entry doors (or centered
between sets of doors)
b. Type E: Entry doors/Storefront signage
3. Exterior Tenant Identification Sign Options:
a. Type F: Fabricated individual reverse channel letters with halo
illumination
NOTE: LEDs ARE NOT TO BE VISIBLE ON SIGN. ALL ILLUMINATION TO BE
EVEN LIGHTING WITHOUT ANY HOTSPOTS ON SURFACES.
B.
Submittals and Approvals
1. All Tenant signage is subject to the Landlord’s written approval. The Landlord’s
approval shall be based on the following criteria:
a. Design, fabrication, and method of installation of all signs shall conform to
this sign criteria.
b. This sign criteria shall conform to the design standards of the Center in
harmony with adjacent signage conditions.
2. The Tenant agrees to conform to the following procedures and submission
requirements to secure the Landlord’s approval:
a. Submit one (1) set of detailed sign design, shop drawings: Simon Property
Group
b. Sign drawings are to be prepared by a reputable state licensed Sign
Contractor or as required to be licensed by the local authorities.
c. Sign drawings must include a ⅛” scaled storefront drawing illustrating the
proposed sign design and all dimensions as they relate to the storefront
elevation of the Tenant’s premises.
d. Sign drawings must also include a min. 1” = 1’-0” sign elevation and section
through sign indicating construction and attachment methods and
illumination details.
e. Letters must be accurately dimensioned and spaced.
f.
Sign external finish designations and types of materials must be included
with the sign drawings.
g. Lighting from cantilevered point lights is not allowed.
h. Unless Landlord has received the above described drawings and information
in the quantities set forth above, the Landlord will not approve the Tenant’s
exterior sign.
3. All drawings marked “Revise and Resubmit” must be resubmitted with the required
corrections prior to fabrication. Only after all drawings have been marked “Approved
as Noted” and after permit is obtained may the fabricator proceed with fabrication
per approved drawings.
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4. The Tenant and Sign Contractor will not be permitted to commence installation of
the exterior sign unless all of the following conditions have occurred:
a. A stamped set of final drawings reflecting the Landlord’s approval shall be on
file in the Landlord’s office.
b. Tenant and their Sign Contractor shall be responsible for the securing of all
applicable sign permits required by the local authorities prior to fabrication of
the signs. The Landlord’s stamped approval is required on all plans prior to
the application for permit.
c. The City of Allen issued sign and electrical permits, as well as a stamped set
of drawings reflecting the Landlord’s approval prior to sign installation. The
Sign Contractor/Tenant shall be responsible for all inspections.
d. The Landlord must be notified 48 hours in advance prior to the sign
installation, by contacting the on-site Center Manager.
e. The Landlord must receive a Certificate of Insurance from the Sign
Contractor actually performing the installation.
5. The Landlord reserves the right to revise this Signage Criteria in accordance with
City of Allen Sign Ordinance for up to thirty (30) days before the Tenant’s Rent
Commencement date. However, this Signage Criteria may be revised at any time if
so required by any government agency having jurisdiction over its contents.
6. In the event the Tenant changes their sign at any time during the term of their
lease, Tenant must comply with any future modifications, revisions, or changes,
which have been made to the Sign Criteria for the Center after the execution of their
Lease Agreement.
7. The Tenant shall pay for all signs, their installation (including any required electrical
connection back to the J-box and any secondary J-box required) and all other labor,
materials, and future maintenance. Tenant will provide dimensional, waterproof
blade sign, including their design with storefront sign submittal for review. Tenant
will also be responsible for the fabrication and installation of the blade sign bracket
to match existing at center, if none exists at their space.
8. The Tenant and their Sign Contractor are responsible for understanding this Sign
Criteria and conforming to its requirements.
9. The Tenant shall be ultimately responsible for the fulfillment of all requirements and
specifications, including all applicable building and electrical codes.
10. All signs shall be reviewed for conformance with this criteria and overall design
quality. Approval or disapproval of sign submittals based on aesthetic of design shall
remain the sole right of the Landlord.
C.
Fabrication & Installation Requirements
The fabrication and installation of all signs shall be subject to the following restrictions:
1. All signs mounted on concrete, EFIS or brick clad substrates are to be attached by
pin-mounting or as shown on detailed exhibits. Mounts consist of ³/16” to ¼” ‘allthread’ with ⅜” to ½” aluminum or PVC spacer sleeve for rigidity. Spacers to be
painted to match adjacent building wall color.
2. All flat cut out metal letters, logo plaques and registered trademark symbols (where
allowed herein) are to be fabricated from ¼” thick aluminum with concealed welded
seams and pin mounted to wall surface with 2 - 2½” standoff. Painted components
must have two coats of acrylic polyurethane automotive paint
3. Ladders, installation equipment and installation crews are not permitted to lean on
building, awnings and storefront. All installation equipment must be freestanding
type to avoid contact with or damage to building or storefront. Motorized man lift is
allowed with Landlord’s prior approval. Rubber wheeled lifts must have wheel
padding or white tires to prevent marks on paving areas. Vehicles are not permitted
on pedestrian streets.
4. Tenant’s Sign Contractor is required to contact the onsite Center Manager prior to
installation of signage and again at completion so acceptance can be determined.
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5. Installation crews are responsible for establishing a safety zone around their work
area. Tenant Signage crews must display caution tape and safety cones and apply
these safety devices to the surface of walkways and doors. Electrical cords cannot
be run outside of this safety zone.
6. All penetrations of the building structure required for sign installation shall be sealed
in a watertight condition and patched to match adjacent finish. Spacers must be
painted to match building color. No PK housings allowed.
7. Each Tenant, or their Sign Contractor, shall be responsible for the repair of any
damage to the building caused by the installation of said Tenant’s sign. Particular
attention must be made in and around the access panels into any canopy areas. If
required, repainting these areas will be back-charged to the Tenant.
8. The installation Sign Contractor is responsible for removing all debris and cleaning
the work area after installation is complete. Sign Contractor shall protect existing
wall surfaces and nearby awning structures during sign installation.
9. All signs are to be controlled by the centers “master” relay controller and/or
individual store timer and/or photo cell, as required by the center’s operations
polices. It will be the responsibility of the tenant to insure that their contractor
conforms to the center’s requirements and performs any work required, at the
tenant’s expense, to enable the sign to be controlled according to their procedures.
This installation must be reviewed with the centers operations manager PRIOR to
the work being performed. The Sign Contractor must check sign to ensure proper
illumination. Tenant is not allowed to disconnect from Landlord’s time clock override
relay.
10. The Sign Contractor must check sign to ensure proper illumination. Tenant is not
allowed to disconnect from Landlord’s time clock override relay.
11. All final sign connections (Interior & Exterior) are the responsibility of the
Tenant/Tenant’s Electrician. Tenant GC is responsible for coordinating both Sign
Contractors & Electricians work.
12. Each Tenant shall be responsible for the performance of its Sign Contractor.
13. Each Tenant shall be responsible for removal of its sign within three (3) days after
vacating site. Removal of the sign shall include the repair of the wall surface back to
its original condition and finish painting to nearest panel edge on joint over entire
panel surface if color difference is visible. If the Tenant does not repair wall surface
to Landlord’s satisfaction, Landlord will perform repairs at Tenant’s expense.
14. Avoid stepping on fire sprinkler piping inside canopy to prevent damage to the
escutcheons.
15. When removing signs, the lathing paper must be sealed with silicone material and
nothing other than stucco (plaster) shall be used to fill the holes to ensure
waterproofing. It is the responsibility of the installer to repaint the hole patches on the
building. It is strongly recommended that either the Tenant or its sign contractor use
one of Landlord’s approved sign contractors for patching, repairing and repainting the
storefront sign band: MC Painting – Kerry (760) 599- 8000, Parks Plaster and
Stucco Inc. (817)366-8275, or Mark Daniels Exteriors (972)243-4770 If Tenant
chooses to use their sign contractor to patch sign holes and repaint, Landlord reserves
the right to review the work, and if said work is not acceptable to Landlord, then hire the
above recommend patching and painting contractor at Tenant’s expense.
18. Each Tenant shall be responsible for the installation and maintenance of its sign.
Should the Tenant’s sign require maintenance or repair, Landlord shall give Tenant
fifteen (15) days written notice to effect said maintenance or repair. Should Tenant
fail to do so, Landlord shall effect said maintenance or repair and Tenant shall
reimburse Landlord within ten (10) days of receipt of invoice.
19. Tenant to use Landlord provided storefront J-box to wire storefront signage back to
designated circuit. If no J-box exists, it is Tenant’s responsibility to provide and
connect to Landlord’s timeclock.
20. Any damage to surrounding walls or surfaces made by signage contractor shall be
repaired at their expense.
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21. UL labels MUST be placed on signs/sign letters according to local municipality's
requirements. All other sign elements, including transformers, power supplies,
and/or ballasts must also be labeled according to the most current National Electric
Code standards, as well as any additional state requirements that apply. Secondary
wiring must be completed by one of the permitted methods dictated by the most
current NEC.
22. Interior raceways may be required to conceal wiring and transformers on interior of
tenant space if open ceiling condition exists or if it is a perimeter sign installation,
depending on sign location and conditions. Raceway must be painted to match wall.
Field survey conditions.
23. In some cases exterior weatherproof raceways may be required to cover any
exposed electrical components above roof-lines and roof membrane penetrations
must be sealed. Penetration and raceway sealing must be coordinated with
Landlord’s roofing contractor to preserve roof warranty. Contact center management
for roofing contractor’s contact information.
D.
Non-Conformance
1. No field installation changes are permitted without first notifying the Landlord in
writing. If any sign is changed as to placement, location and/or size, which differ
from the approved sign plan, Tenant and/or Sign Contractor will be responsible for
repair, change, and/or relocation of sign to proper placement at their expense.
2. Any sign that is installed by Tenant which is not in conformance to the approved
drawings shall be corrected by Tenant within 15 days after written notice by
Landlord. In the event Tenant’s sign is not brought into conformance within said 15
days, then the Landlord shall have the option to correct non-conforming sign at
Tenant’s expense.
E.
Guarantee
Entire display shall be guaranteed by Sign Contractor for one (1) year from date of
installation against defects in material and workmanship. Defective parts shall be
replaced without charge.
F.
Insurance Requirements
CHELSEA ALLEN DEVELOPMENT, L.P. is to be named as an Additional Insured on all
policies. Premium Outlets Simon, as Certificate Holder, shall be included on all policies
as an additional insured/loss payee. Before commencing the work, the Contractor shall
procure and maintain at its own expense, until final completion and acceptance of the
work, the following minimum insurance forms and with insurance companies acceptable
to the Owner:
1. Worker’s Compensation Insurance for statutory obligations imposed by Worker’s
Compensation or Occupational Disease Laws, including, where applicable, the United
States Longshoremen’s and Harbor Worker’s Act, the Federal Employer’s Liability
Act, and the Jones Act. Employers’ Liability insurance shall be provided with a
maximum limit of $1,000,000.00 per disease, $5,000,000.00 policy limit by disease.
2. Comprehensive Automobile Liability Insurance with the following minimum limits of
liability:
Bodily Injury Liability
$2,000,000 - Each Occurrence
Property Damage Liability $2,000,000 - Each Occurrence
The insurance is to apply to all owned, non-owned and hired automobiles used by
the Contractor in the performance of work.
3. General Liability, Contractual Liability and Products/Completed Operations Liability
Insurance covering all operations required to complete the work with the following
minimum limits of liability:
Bodily Injury Liability
$2,000,000 - Each Occurrence
Property Damage Liability $2,000,000 - Each Occurrence
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The Products/Completed Operations Liability Insurance shall be provided for a period
of at least two (2) years after completion of the work.
The Contractual Liability Insurance coverage shall insure the performance of the
contractual obligations assumed by the Contractor by acceptance of this order,
including specifically, but without limitation, the Indemnification provisions of this
agreement.
4. Excess Liability (Umbrella):
Bodily Injury Liability
$2,000,000 - Each Occurrence
Property Damage Liability $2,000,000 - Each Occurrence
G.
Signage Attachment Details
All wall penetrations are to be made using one of the approved attachments details as
found in this Signage Criteria.
H.
Storefront Signage
1. All Tenants to have a storefront sign. Sign shall be located only on the spaces and
on the surfaces specially provided for same on the building elevations. Signage type
and size shall be dictated by the building type the Tenant is located in as defined in
the Building Signage Type Plans.
2. Square footage for Tenant wall signs shall be based on the maximum sign lengths
and letter heights as defined in the following paragraphs and exhibits.
a. Each Tenant to have:
- One (1) primary Storefront sign.
- One (1) secondary Blade sign.
- An additional exterior wall sign shall be offered to specific Tenants solely
at the Landlord’s discretion for perimeter signage on the exterior of the
Center.
b. Subject to Landlord review and approval, specific Tenant locations (such as
towers or corner spaces at ends of buildings) with more than one frontage
and/or entry may be allowed one sign on each frontage provided
architectural treatments at each location can accommodate a sign. If
additional signs are allowed, signs located on adjacent building elevations
shall be dictated by building signage type location elevations. Tenant is
responsible for supply and installation of additional J-box where needed.
c. Sign area and location to be determined by Landlord.
d. Letter height on primary storefront single line signs shall be as defined in the
following sections:
Note: Consideration for moderate increases to maximum signs or letter
heights may be given to Tenants with logotypes which have larger initial
capital or dangling letters or other unique features.
Specific locations and surrounding architectural treatments can dictate
maximum sign height and length, which in some cases may be less than the
maximum defined herein.
3. All signs (size, design, type and color) are subject to Landlord’s approval, based on
aesthetic and relationship to neighboring Tenant signs.
4. Signs shall be limited to letters designating the store name as set forth in signed
lease documents between Tenant and Landlord.
a. Tenant shall display their established registered trade name(s) only.
b. Registered Trademark Symbols are permitted subject to Landlord
review/approval of fabrication requirements.
5. The colors and type styles of all signs shall be subject to Landlord’s approval.
Established trade logos and signage are required to be used, providing they conform
to the criteria described herein. The color of all lettering and/or sign panels shall be
compatible with the building color and provide sufficient contrast with the
background color of the building wall on which the sign is located.
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6. Logo plaque components used in conjunction with individual letters are considered
an integral part of the store identity and are included in the calculation of allowable
sign area, subject to Landlord’s approval.
7. No box-type cabinet signs will be permitted unless specifically provided for herein.
8. Individual shop address numerals will be provided and installed by the Landlord on
the storefront and rear door of the Tenant space, and are not included in the
calculation of allowable wall signage area.
9. No Tenant shall affix or maintain upon any exterior glass or other exterior surface of
the storefront, any signs or symbols other than the signs provided for in this criteria.
10. No temporary signs of any nature will be accepted!
I.
Primary Tenant Identification Signage
Tenant’s primary identification sign shall be selected from the following sign types
based on the storefront’s location and architectural conditions within the Center’s
internal areas.
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Tenant Signage Site Plan
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Typical Storefront Elevations
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Sign Type A:
FABRICATED ALUMINUM REVERSED CHANNEL LETTERS WITH HALO
LIGHTING. LETTERS PIN-MOUNTED OFF ALUMINUM CABINET.
CABINET TO HAVE LED HALO OUTLINE
a. Individual letters shall be back lit with cool white or colored (choice of color by
tenant and approved by Landlord) LED White modules (or equal) halo lighting
and pin-mounted to enclosed weather-proofed box type cabinet with Lexan
backing and cool white or colored LED halo outlining edge of box. Maximum
depth of 4” (preferred depth = 2½”). Box cabinet shall be multilayered. Letters
to be fabricated from .090 thick aluminum with a ³/16” clear Lexan backing and
illuminated with LED colored modules (or equal).
NOTE: Each space between letters and cabinet to be 1½” and between cabinet
and building wall to be 1½”.
b. Color of letters and box cabinet shall be contrast in color to screen, box and/or
raceway.
c. Cabinet shall be fabricated from weather-proofed aluminum with clear coated
natural metal. All seams to have continuous filled welds.
d. Tenant signs are to be centered on the Tenant’s store frontage or between
prominent architectural elements, as dictated by Landlord.
e. Length: The length of the individual Tenant signs on internal storefronts shall
be variable. However the length shall not exceed 75 percent (75%) of Tenant’s
storefront width, or twenty-four feet (24’-0” max) in sign length, whichever of
the two results in a smaller sign.
Example: 20’ store width x 75% multiplier = 15 feet of allowable sign length .
f.
Height: Type “A” Buildings:
 The maximum mounting panel height shall not exceed 60” or as dictated
by architecture.
 Single line: Text letters shall not exceed 36” in height.
 Multiple line text: The height of letters
one line of text does not exceed 48”.
rows shall not exceed the maximum.
be maintained between stacked lines
in each row may vary as long as
The outside assembly edge of all
A 2” minimum vertical space must
of copy.
 Logos: The assembly height shall not exceed 48” maximum.
 A 6” minimum border shall be maintained from edge of metal panel to
edge of copy or logo.
g. Area: notwithstanding the above criteria, no sign shall exceed City of Allen
criteria
h. Bolts, connectors, sleeves, etc. shall be non-ferrous materials.
i.
All penetrations thru walls to be watertight.
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Maximum 75% of
Tenant’s
Storefront Width
Signage Type A
Signage mounting height will be
determined at the time of installation by
Landlord.
EXHIBIT A.1 - Typical Storefront - Sign Type A
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SIGN TYPE A
Single Line Text
Aluminum reverse-channel letters with LED halo illumination. Pinmounted to weather-proofed, halo-lit box cabinet. All electrical
concealed behind cabinet/letters.
Shape of box cabinet may vary.
60”
36”
Fabricated .10” aluminum cabinet with LED halo
illumination.
Elevation
Mechanical fastener assembly at four corners (minimum)
painted to match background
Secondary halo lighting by Cool White
or Colored LED modules (or equal)
.10” aluminum, weather-proofed box
cabinet with ³/16” thick clear Lexan
backing (2½” deep preferred, 4” deep
maximum.)
Refer to Exhibit for appropriate
wall mounting condition
1½” standoff with spacers as required
Painted to match wall finish
60”
36”
Secondary electrical supply from remote
Power Supply
Nut & spacer painted to match box cabinet (typ.). Utilize
decorative finish nut.
Fabricated aluminum reverse-channel letters with
.090 face/.063 return/.1875 clear Lexan back. LED
Cool White or Colored modules mounted to the
inside surface of the clear Lexan back shining into the
letter can. Letters to be pin-mounted to box cabinet.
1½” standoff with spacers as req’d.
Painted to match box cabinet.
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NOTE: All bolts, connectors, sleeves, electrical conduits, etc. to be stainless steel. All penetrations thru walls to be
watertight. LEDs are not to be visible on sign. All illumination to be even lighting without any “hotspots” on surfaces.
EXHIBIT A.2 – Sign Type A – Single Line Detail
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SIGN TYPE A
Double Line Text
Aluminum reverse-channel letters with LED halo illumination. Pin-mounted
to aluminum, halo-lit box cabinet. All electrical concealed behind
cabinet/letters.
Mechanical fastener
assembly at four corners
(min). Painted to match
background.
60”
Fabricated aluminum cabinet with LED halo
illumination.
Shape of box cabinet may vary.
36”
3”
9”
EQ.
EQ.
Secondary halo lighting by Cool
White or Colored LED modules (or
equal)
Refer to Exhibit for appropriate
wall mounting condition
Fabricated aluminum enclosed
weather-proofed cabinet with ³/16”
thick clear Lexan backing (2½” deep
preferred, 4” deep maximum)
Fabricated aluminum reverse-channel letters with
.090 face/.063 return/ ³/16” clear Lexan backing.
LED (or equal) cool white or colored modules
mounted to the inside surface of the clear Lexan
back shining into the letter can. Letters to be pinmounted to box cabinet.
60”
max.
1½” standoff with spacers as required
Painted to match wall finish
36”
Secondary Electrical Supply from Remote
Power Supply.
3”
9”
Nut & spacer painted to box cabinet (typ.). Utilize
decorative finish nut.
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NOTE: All bolts, connectors, sleeves, electrical conduits, etc. to be stainless steel. All penetrations thru walls to be watertight.
LEDs are not to be visible on sign. All illumination to be even lighting without any “hotspots” on surfaces.
EXHIBIT A.3 – Sign Type A – Double Line Detail
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Stud Framed Wall
EIFS wall system
½” aluminum sleeve
painted to match wall
surface, typ.
Hollow Wall Anchor Sign Attachment
to Structural Exterior Wall
⅜" threaded stainless
steel rod with steel toggle
bolt
⅜" dia. all thread stainless steel rod with zinc
plated steel toggle bolt wings. Bolt length to be
determined as required per wall construction.
Metal stud framing, typ.
Seal all interior and exterior wall penetrations
Letter Mounting Detail at EIFS over Metal Stud Framing
½” aluminum sleeve painted to
match wall surface, typ.
EIFS wall system
Masonry Wall
Expansion Sign Attachment
to Masonry Constructed Wall
⅜" threaded stainless
wedge anchor
Tilt-up concrete wall
panels, typ.
⅜" dia. stainless steel wedge anchor sign
attachment to concrete, brick, rock and stone
masonry wall installations
Seal all interior and exterior wall penetrations
Letter Mounting Detail at EIFS over Tilt-up Concrete Wall
Masonry Wall
½” aluminum sleeve
painted to match wall
surface, typ
Expansion Sign Attachment
to Masonry Constructed Wall
⅜" threaded stainless wedge
anchor
⅜" dia. stainless steel wedge anchor sign
attachment to concrete, brick, rock and stone
masonry wall installations
Tilt-up concrete wall panels, typ.
Seal all wall penetrations
Letter Raceway Detail at Tilt-up Concrete Wall
Note: All bolts, connectors, sleeves, electrical conduits, etc. to be non-ferrous. All penetrations thru tilt-up concrete wall panel to be watertight. LEDs are
not to be visible on sign. All illumination to be even lighting without any hotspots on surfaces
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Sign Type B:
INDIVIDUAL REVERSE CHANNEL HALO LIT LETTERS WITH LED
ILLUMINATION
a. Individual reverse channel letters shall have a maximum depth of 4”
(preferred depth = 2½”). Letters shall be fabricated from weather-proof
.063 thick aluminum with clear ¼” or ³/16” Lexan backing. All seams shall
have continuous welds and be filled.
b. Letter and return color preferred as black or clear coated natural metal
(ex: Bronze, Brass, Aluminum: polished, brushed or swirled, etc.) or
Tenant’s corporate colors as approved by Landlord, prior to fabrication
and installation. All seams to have continuous welds and be filled. 1½”
spacers to be painted to match wall/facade color.
c. Double line signs: If more than 5 letters, second line to be raceway,
fabricated from .125 min. weather-proof aluminum. Raceway to have a
contrasting/complimentary color or weathered finish to letters and wall,
which is to be approved by Landlord. All seams to have continuous welds
and be filled
d. Tenant signs are to be centered on the Tenant’s store frontage or between
prominent architectural elements unless noted otherwise by Landlord.
e. Individual pinned-off, reverse channel letters shall be back lit with LED
cool white modules for halo lighting with 2” min to 4” max returns.
f.
Length: The length of the individual Tenant signs on internal storefronts
shall be variable. However the length shall not exceed 75 percent (75%)
of Tenant’s storefront width, or twenty-four feet (24’-0” max) in sign
length, whichever of the two results in a smaller sign.
Example: 20’ store width x 75% multiplier = 15 feet of allowable sign length .
g. Height: Type “B” Buildings:
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Single line: Text letters shall not exceed 24" in height.
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Double lines: The height of letters in each row may vary as long as
one line of text does not exceed 24”. The assembly height of all
rows shall not exceed 36” maximum.
Logos: The assembly height of all logos/graphics shall not exceed 36”
maximum.
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h. Bolts, connectors, sleeves, etc. shall be non-ferrous materials.
i. All penetrations thru walls to be watertight.
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Sign Type B - Examples
Exhibit B.1 - Storefront Signage Type B
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SIGN TYPE B
Single or Double Line Text
Fabricated aluminum, reverse-channel letter forms with halo
illumination
36” max
assembly
height
24" max
TENANT
S E C O N D AR Y C O P Y
10" electrical raceway attached to wall
Elevation
Optional secondary copy line more than 5 letters on
raceway routed from sign face with push thru acrylic letters.
Letters to have opaque overlay with ⅛” translucent
perimeter. ½” push-thru reveal. Color by tenant, approved
by Landlord.
2" to 4"
max.
Variable Length
Plan View
1½” - 2"
2½” (min) to 4" (max)
Fabricated reverse aluminum
channel letter with .090 face/
.063 return/.1875 Lexan back
1½” to 2" standoff with aluminum
spacers as required; Paint to match
building surface.
³/16" clear Lexan backs with
mechanically fastened to returns
w/ angle clips & C.S. screws
LED (or equal) cool white
modules on return for halo illumination
36” max
assembly
height
Low voltage wire
Aluminum cover over weep
hole to prevent light leak (2) two - ¼” weep holes per letter
U.L. Shut off switch & rubber
boot in cabinet or as required
for access
Secondary electrical source from remote
power supply.
Aluminum return mechanically
fastened to Lexan backs for
face/halo illumination
LED (or equal) cool white
modules on returns for face/halo illumination
Section Detail
Note: All bolts, connectors, sleeves, electrical conduits, etc. to be non-ferrous. All penetrations thru tilt-up concrete wall panel to be
watertight. LEDs are not to be visible on sign. All illumination to be even lighting without any hotspots on surfaces.
EXHIBIT B.2 - Sign Type B Details
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Typical Mounting Details
Stud Framed Wall
½” aluminum sleeve
painted to match wall
surface, typ.
EIFS wall system
Hollow Wall Anchor Sign Attachment
to Structural Exterior Wall
⅜" threaded stainless
steel rod with steel toggle
bolt
⅜" dia. all thread stainless steel rod with zinc plated
steel toggle bolt wings. Bolt length to be determined as
required per wall construction.
Metal stud framing, typ.
Seal all interior and exterior wall penetrations
Letter Mounting Detail at EIFS over Metal Stud Framing
½” aluminum sleeve
painted to match wall
surface, typ.
EIFS wall system
Masonry Wall
Expansion Sign Attachment
to Masonry Constructed Wall
⅜" threaded stainless
wedge anchor
⅜" dia. stainless steel wedge anchor sign
attachment to concrete, brick, rock and
stone masonry wall installations
Tilt-up concrete wall
panels, typ.
Seal all interior and exterior wall penetrations
Letter Mounting Detail at EIFS over Tilt-up Concrete Wall
Masonry Wall
Expansion Sign Attachment
to Masonry Constructed Wall
½” aluminum sleeve
painted to match wall
⅜" threaded
wedge anchor
stainless
⅜" dia. stainless steel wedge anchor sign
attachment to concrete, brick, rock and
stone masonry wall installations
Tilt-up concrete wall
panels, typ.
Seal all wall penetrations
Letter Raceway Detail at Tilt-up Concrete Wall
Note: All bolts, connectors, sleeves, electrical conduits, etc. to be non-ferrous. All penetrations thru tilt-up concrete wall panel to be
watertight. LEDs are not to be visible on sign. All illumination to be even lighting without any hotspots on surfaces
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Sign Type C:
a.
FABRICATED ALUMINUM REVERSE HALO-LIT CHANNEL LETTERS
MOUNTED TO CURVED ELECTRICAL RACEWAY WITH CONCEALED
WHITE LED MODULES FOR WALL WASH ILLUMINATION
Individual reversed halo-lit letters shall have a maximum depth of 4”
(preferred depth = 2½”). Letters shall be fabricated from weather-proof
.090 thick aluminum with clear ¼” or ³/16” Lexan backing. All seams shall
have continuous welds and be filled. Letters to follow curve of raceway.
b. Color of letters preferred as clear coated natural metal (ex: Bronze, Brass,
and Alum.: polished, brushed or swirled, etc.), black, or Tenant's
corporate colors as approved by Landlord, prior to fabrication and
installation
c. Optional secondary copy line on curved raceway shall be routed from sign
shelf face with ½” push thru acrylic letters. Acrylic letters to have opaque
plate or vinyl over face for edge illumination. ⅛” translucent perimeter
edge on face is permitted. Raceway mounted ½” from wall. Color selected
by Tenant and approved by Landlord. No glue-on allowed.
d. Raceway shall be fabricated from .125 min. weather-proof aluminum.
Raceway to have a contrasting/complimentary color finish to letters and
wall, which is to be approved by Landlord. All seams to have continuous
welds and be filled.
e. Halo-lit reverse channel letters with wall wash concealed LED (or equal)
white modules at 2 modules per foot. Additional LED lighting system to be
located inside raceway with clear or color acrylic lens over the lighting
source.
f.
Tenant signs are to be centered on the Tenant’s store frontage or between
prominent architectural elements, as dictated by Landlord.
g. Length: The length of the individual Tenant signs on internal storefronts
shall be variable. However the length shall not exceed 75 percent (75%)
of Tenant’s storefront width, or twenty-four feet (24’-0” max) in sign
length, whichever of the two results in a smaller sign.
Example: 20’ store width x 75% multiplier = 15 feet of allowable sign length .
h. Height: Type “C” Buildings:

Single line: Text letters on raceway shall not exceed 18” in height.

Logo: Logos shall not exceed 24” in height.

Second copy lines must be located in face of shelf, 8” tall maximum.
The shelf height shall be 10”.

Overall letter and shelf height shall not exceed 28”.
i.
Bolts, connectors, sleeves, etc. shall be all non-ferrous materials.
j.
All penetrations thru walls to be watertight.
Storefront Sign Type C
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Examples of Signage Type C
Signage Type C – Examples
Signage mounting height will be determined at the time of installation by Landlord.
EXHIBIT C.1 – Typical Storefront Sign Type C
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SIGN TYPE C
Single or Double Line Text
18" high halo-lit aluminum channel letter forms.
Back wall lit with concealed LED (or equal) modules at 2
modules per foot mounted to electrical raceway.
TENANT
SECONDARY COPY
18”
28”
10”
Optional secondary copy line on raceway routed from
sign face with ½” push thru acrylic letters. Acrylic
letters to have opaque plate or vinyl over face for edge
illumination. Colors to be approved by Landlord.
10" curved electrical raceway attached to wall
Elevation
Concealed LEDS (or equal)
12" (max)
Variable Length
12" (max)
Plan View
Halo-lit .090” aluminum reverse-channel
letter forms w/ .090 face/.063 returns/
.1875 Lexan backs, typ.
(4" deep max; 2½” preferred)
4"
Max
+10"
Lexan backer panel, typ.
Clear or color acrylic lens over LED
lighting. Lighting to wash wall.
18”
28”
Secondary electrical supply from
Modular power supply.
10”
Back wall lit with concealed LED
(or equal) modules.
.125" thick (min) weatherproofed
aluminum electrical raceway which
projects 12" from wall. Contrasting
finish on raceway. No access panels
allowed at bottom of raceway, typ.
12"
Raceway
½” aluminum spacers as required;
Paint to match wall.
Section Detail
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Exhibit C.2 – Sign Type C Details
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Typical Mounting Details (Sign Fabricator to verify actual wall condition)
½” aluminum sleeve
painted to match wall
EIFS wall system
Stud Framed Wall
Hollow Wall Anchor Sign Attachment
to Structural Exterior Wall
.
⅜" threaded stainless
steel rod with steel toggle
bolt
⅜" dia. all thread stainless steel rod with zinc plated steel
toggle bolt wings. Bolt length to be determined as
required per wall construction
Metal stud framing, typ.
Seal all interior and exterior wall penetrations
Letter Mounting Detail at EIFS over Metal Stud Framing
½” aluminum sleeve
painted to match wall
surface, typ.
EIFS wall system
Masonry Wall
Expansion Sign Attachment
to Masonry Constructed Wall
⅜" threaded stainless
wedge anchor
⅜"
dia. stainless steel wedge anchor sign
attachment to concrete, brick, rock and stone
masonry wall installations
Tilt-up concrete wall
panels, typ.
Seal all interior and exterior wall penetrations
Letter Mounting Detail at EIFS over Tilt-up Concrete Wall
Masonry Wall
½” aluminum sleeve
painted to match wall
surface, typ
Expansion Sign Attachment
to Masonry Constructed Wall
⅜" threaded stainless wedge
anchor
⅜"
dia. stainless steel wedge anchor sign
attachment to concrete, brick, rock and stone
masonry wall installations
Tilt-up concrete wall panels, typ.
Seal all wall penetrations
Letter Raceway Detail at Tilt-up Concrete Wall
Note: All bolts, connectors, sleeves, electrical conduits, etc. to be non-ferrous. All penetrations thru tilt-up concrete wall panel to be
watertight. LEDs are not to be visible on sign. All illumination to be even lighting without any hotspots on surfaces.
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EXHIBIT B-2.23 - Typical Storefront - Sign Type B2
Exhibit C.3 – Mounting Details
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Sign Type D:
BLADE SIGN MOUNTED ABOVE STOREFRONT ENTRY DOORS
Tenant will fabricate and install one (1) double-faced, weatherproof Blade Sign.
Tenant will be responsible for the fabrication and installation of the blade sign
bracket if none currently exists at space.
a. The purpose of the blade sign is to identify the store entrance to shoppers along
pedestrian paths. The blade signs shall be located approximately at the center
line over store entry doors or between sets of doors.
b. Blade sign shape may vary, but the size of the sign shall be limited to 6 square
feet per sign face. The sign panel shall generally be maximum 36” wide by 24”
high (maximum area).
c. Each Tenant will be allowed to use this sign with their logo to complement their
individual style, emphasizing their corporate identity and/or product.
d. Painted dimensional letters mounted to blade panel are required to give interest
and variety.
e. Tenants must submit blade sign shop drawings with details to Landlord for
approval.
f.
Sandblasting and wood are prohibited.
g. Bolts, connectors, sleeves, etc. shall be all non-ferrous materials.
Storefront Sign Type D: Blade Signage
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Exhibit D.1 – Blade Sign Detail
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Exhibit D.2 – Blade Sign Elevations
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Sign Type E: ENTRY DOOR/STOREFRONT WINDOW SIGNAGE
a. For the purpose of store identification, the Tenant may propose to the Landlord a
design layout of Tenant name and/or logo in white or black Vinyl Die-Cut Graphics
or another color as per Landlord's approval for placement on the inside of entry
doors. Each door is permitted one (1) square foot of Vinyl Die-Cut Sign area. The
area must be centered 70” from grade or as otherwise directed due to door
configurations.
Please confirm placement with the Center management before fabrication
and installation.
Door Vinyls:
b. For the purpose of additional store identification, the Tenant may also propose to
the Landlord a design layout of store name/logo ONLY in black or white Vinyl DieCut Graphics or another color, as per Landlord's approval, for placement on the
inside of every other (alternating) display window. The maximum permitted area
on each window may not exceed one (1) square foot and placement must occur in
the centered area measured a minimum of 8” inward toward the window's center
from the vertical edges of the window and may not exceed 42” above grade.
Window Vinyls:
c. Permanent store signage as part of window background display is limited to one
(1) square foot of sign area per one (1) lineal foot of store frontage.
d. Tenant supplied Help Wanted signs are prohibited.
e.
Help Wanted and other standard information signs as deemed necessary by
Landlord, are provided by Landlord and shall be affixed to the inside left edge of
the window immediately adjacent to the right of entry doors and no higher than
48” above grade. Such signage shall only be permitted to be affixed with clear
suction cups.
f.
Standard information signage icons such as no food, drink, smoking, store hours,
etc. shall be provided by Landlord only. Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare shall be
provided by Landlord at Tenant request and Tenant expense.
g. Credit Card or check acceptance signs or logos placed on storefront display
windows or doors are strictly prohibited.
h. Alarm company stickers shall be limited to one per entry door and be located only
at the extreme lower right corner of the glass area on the door.
Storefront Sign Type E: Entry Door / Storefront Window Signage
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i.
Handicap access is permitted and shall be placed according to ADA or local
jurisdiction under the supervision and approval of the Landlord.
j.
Other than as provided in this criteria and/or the Storefront Criteria, no signage of
any type is permitted to be placed in or affixed to storefront windows or doors. The
Landlord reserves the right to require a Tenant, at its expense, to remove any
storefront signage it considers to be non-complying or unprofessional.
k. All Tenant signage must be removed upon expiration or earlier termination of
the Lease, and the storefront/fascia repaired, all at Tenant’s expense.
Tenant Name and/or Logo Vinyl
Storefront Sign Type E: Entry Door / Storefront Window Signage
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Typical Perimeter Sign Elevations
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Sign Type F:
INDIVIDUAL REVERSE CHANNEL HALO LIT LETTERS WITH LED
ILLUMINATION
a. All perimeter signs (size, design, type and color) are subject to Landlord's
approval.
b. Square footage for Tenant wall signs shall be based on maximum sign
lengths and letter heights as defined in the following criteria and exhibits.
c. Additional exterior wall signs shall be permitted to Tenants based on the
Landlord's discretion.
d. Signs shall include letters and logos designating the store name as stated in
signed lease documents between Tenant and Landlord.
e. No temporary signs are to be used.
f. No projections outside of each designated sign area are allowed.
g. All Tenants’ exterior identification signage shall be Individual Reverse
Channel “Halo Lit” pin-mounted letters.
(1) Individual letters shall be 3¼” reverse channel metal letters, pin
mounted to wall with blind anchor attachments and a 1¾” stand-off.
(2) Color: Letters shall be clear coated natural metal or Tenant’s corporate
color with Landlord approval.
(3) Lighting: All signs are to be “halo lit”, no plex faces allowed. The sign’s
electrical components: ballast, transformer, etc. are to be fully enclosed
in a metal waterproof raceway mounted on the interior side of the wall.
Interior raceway to match surrounding paint color.
(4) Height:
North, East & South Elevations: All letters to be 36” high maximum.
Multi-line text and assembly height is 36” maximum.
West Elevation: All letters to be 24” high maximum. Multi-line text
and assembly height is 24” maximum
Multi-line text: The minimum separation between lines of text is to be
4” (vertically centered on the sign band area). Assembly heights
located at tower elements can be changed at Landlord’s discretion
only.
(5) Sign area for individual signs to be calculated by City of Allen Sign
Ordinance.
(6) Location: Tenant signs to be centered vertically within the sign area.
(7) Length: The length of an exterior Tenant sign shall be dictated by the
signage area as defined in the City of Allen Sign Ordinance
(8) Multi-tenant sign areas: In some instances the “sign area”, as defined in
this criteria, provides enough distance for signage by multiple Tenants. In
such cases the minimum distance between the Tenant signage within the
same “sign area” is 36” (3 feet). Whereby multiple Tenant signage within
a single “sign area” exists, the sign locations shall be mounted an equal
distance to each adjacent sign or architectural impediment – providing
for symmetry.
(9) Electrical power, conduit and junction box is provided by Landlord to
each signage area. Tenant to extend to sign where required
h. All logos (size, design, type and color) are subject to Landlord's approval.
i. Select Tenants in the project may be offered one or more such sign(s) at
Landlord's discretion.
j. Logo/letter returns shall match the faces, or black.
k. All signs shall fit within the architectural frame as indicated herein.
l. All signs should establish a facade rhythm, scale and proportion where not
currently existing.
m. The size of any sign logo shall be consistent with the proportions of scale of
building elements in the facade.
n. Tenant signs shall be mounted per Exhibits.
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o. Landlord will provide electrical power and conduit to Landlord provided Jbox. If not provided, Tenant shall be responsible to supply and install J-box
and any required connections per Building Standard and Landlord
specifications. Power provided to perimeter signs is 120 volt.
p. Exterior signs shall be installed during non-business hours.
q. Lighting to be LED (or equal) cool white modules. The signs electrical
components: power supply, transformer are to be fully enclosed within a
rectangular metal weather-proofed aluminum remote raceway.
r. Color of letters must show sufficient contrast to building fascia subject to
Landlord's discretion and approval.
s. Bolts, connectors, sleeves, etc. shall be all non-ferrous materials.
t. All penetrations thru walls to be watertight.
u. Exterior raceways are required to cover any exposed electrical components
above rooflines and seal any roof membrane penetrations. Penetration
sealing must be coordinated with Landlord s roofing contractor to preserve
roof warranty. Should roof penetrations need to be made for sign
installations, Tenant must use Landlord's roofing contractor. No exceptions.
v. ALL penetrations must be sealed inside and out. Installer MUST
email Landlord photos of front and back of sealed penetrations
within 3 days after install.
w. Interior raceways may be required to conceal wiring/transformers on
interior of tenant space if open ceiling condition exists, depending on sign
location and conditions. Raceway must be painted to match wall. Field
survey conditions.
x. LEDs are not to be visible on sign. All illumination to be even lighting
without any “hotspots” on surfaces.
Perimeter Sign Type F
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SIGN TYPE F
Single or Double Line Text
Fabricated aluminum, reverse-channel letter forms with halo
illumination
24” - 36"
max
24” - 36”
max assembly
height
TENANT
S E C O N D AR Y C O P Y
10" electrical raceway attached to wall
Elevation
Optional secondary copy line more than 5 letters on
raceway routed from sign face with push thru acrylic letters.
Letters to have opaque overlay with ⅛” translucent
perimeter. ½” push-thru reveal. Color by tenant, approved
by Landlord.
2" to 4"
max.
Variable Length
Plan View
1½” - 2"
2½” (min) to 4" (max)
Fabricated reverse aluminum
channel letter with .090 face/
.063 return/.1875 Lexan back
1½” to 2" standoff with aluminum
spacers as required; Paint to match
building surface.
³/16" clear Lexan backs with
mechanically fastened to returns
w/ angle clips & C.S. screws
LED (or equal) cool white
modules on return for halo illumination
36” max
assembly
height
Low voltage wire
Aluminum cover over weep
hole to prevent light leak (2) two - ¼” weep holes per letter
U.L. Shut off switch & rubber
boot in cabinet or as required
for access
Secondary electrical source from remote
power supply.
Aluminum return mechanically
fastened to Lexan backs for
face/halo illumination
LED (or equal) cool white
modules on returns for face/halo illumination
Section Detail
Note: All bolts, connectors, sleeves, electrical conduits, etc. to be non-ferrous. All penetrations thru tilt-up concrete wall panel to be
watertight. LEDs are not to be visible on sign. All illumination to be even lighting without any hotspots on surfaces.
Exhibit F.2 - Exterior Signage Mounting Details
EXHIBIT F.1 - Sign Type F Details
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Exhibit F.2 - Exterior Signage Mounting Details
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SPECIFIC SIGNAGE CRITERIA
1. Service/Delivery Signage
The Landlord shall furnish and install suite number to be located on the rear door of
tenant’s suite. The sign shall be positioned on the door at a typical location in a
material, size and color determined by Landlord.
2. Temporary Signage
a. Temporary Promotional Signage on Exterior of Store.
i. No temporary promotional exterior store identification signage is allowed.
ii. Exterior banners for promotional purposes are prohibited inside the store.
iii. A-frame poster holder or other types of freestanding signs may not be outside
of the Lease Line at any time. The Lease Line is defined as the boundary
between storefront glazing and entrance doors and common areas.
iv. No merchandise shall be placed outside of Lease Line.
b. Temporary Promotional Signage Inside Store Only.
i. All temporary signage must be submitted to the General Manager for review
and approval of Promotional Sign Variance.
ii. Each variance shall be limited to two (2) weeks, and upon expiration may be
renewed once with proof of supporting advertising (4-week maximum).
iii. The total area of promotional signage is limited to one (1) square foot per
lineal foot of store frontage.
iv. All temporary promotional signage must be professionally produced.
Handmade or personal computer graphic signs are prohibited.
v. Promotional signs affixed in any manner to storefront windows or entry doors
are prohibited. Such signs intended to be visible through storefront windows
may be temporarily suspended with aircraft cable or monofilament no closer
than twelve (12”) inches from the inside of window. The Landlord reserves the
right to remove any promotional material that is visible through the storefront
windows which is deemed to be inconsistent with the quality level of the
Center.
vi. Fabric of lightweight posters must be weighted. Curled sign materials are not
permitted.
vii. All interior banners shall be considered Temporary Promotional Signage and
as such, be subject to all rules governing same. The area of interior banners
may not exceed one (1) square foot per lineal foot of storefront. In no case
may an interior banner be hung closer to the storefront than half the distance
from the furthest back wall of the store, and may not be suspended with the
lower edge less than eight (8') feet above the floor.
3. Prohibited Signs
a. Signs constituting a traffic hazard - No persons shall install or cause to be
installed or maintain any sign which simulates or imitates in size, color, lettering,
or design, any traffic sign or signal, or which makes use of the words Stop, Look,
Danger or any other words, phases, symbols or characters in such a manner to
interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic.
b. Immoral or Unlawful Advertising - It shall be unlawful for any person to exhibit,
post or display, cause to be exhibited, posted or displayed upon any sign,
anything of any obscene, indecent or immoral nature or unlawful activity.
c. No signs will be permitted in the common area in front of the store. No signs
shall be installed, relocated or maintained so as to prevent free ingress to or
egress from any door.
d. Animated, Audible or Moving Signs - Signs consisting of, or giving the effect of
moving, swinging, rotating, flashing, blinking, scintillating, fluctuating or having
animated light area are prohibited.
e. Off-Premise Signs - Any sign installed for the purpose of advertising a project,
event, person or subject occurring off the Center property is prohibited unless
Specific Sign Criteria
approved in writing by the General Manager.
Vehicle Signs - Signs on or affixed to trucks, automobiles, trailers or other
vehicles which advertise, identify or provide direction to a use or activity not
related to its lawful making of deliveries of merchandise or service, are
prohibited.
g. Light Bulb Strings and Exposed Tubing - Storefront display lighting (other than
temporary, decorative holiday lighting) which consist of unshielded light bulbs,
open, exposed neon or gaseous light tubing are prohibited. An exception hereto
may be granted by Landlord with prior written approval when the display is an
integral part of the design character of the activity to which it relates.
h. Credit Card/Telecheck/Security Signage - Vendor provided adhesive signs are
prohibited on any entry doors or display windows.
i. Lettering painted directly on the building facade will not be permitted except as
defined in these criteria.
j. Unprofessional hand-lettered signs are prohibited in the public view from the
storefront. Absolutely no signs are permitted to be taped to the storefront on
any visible surface.
k. Inventory Liquidation Signs - Going Out of Business, Bankruptcy Sale, Closing
This Store, Lost Our Lease, etc. signs are strictly prohibited.
l. Flyers - Distribution of flyers, for any purpose, outside of Tenant's leased
premises unless specifically authorized by Landlord is prohibited.
m. Neon or Internally Illuminated Signs - Unless specifically approved by the
Landlord, neon or internally illuminated signage is prohibited inside stores.
4. Food Court Signage - Food Court Tenants Only
a. General Sign Criteria
i. Square footage for the signs on designated facias within the Food Court area
shall be based on the maximum sign lengths and letter heights as defined in
this section.
ii. Colors to be approved by Landlord prior to fabrication and installation.
iii. Tenant sign letters/logo are to be centered on the Tenant's sign band
between Neutral Piers.
iv. Height: 18" max height for single line copy/24" max height for double line
copy. Sign area cannot exceed 6 sf.
vii. Length: The length of the individual Tenant signs on sign panel shall not
exceed eighteen feet (18'-0”) in sign length. Sign area cannot exceed 6 sf.
b. All Food Court Signs (size, design, color, material) are subject to Landlord's
approval based on aesthetics and relationship to neighboring Tenant signs.
Refer to Item B Submittals & Approvals under General Sign Criteria.
c. The information content on the signs shall be limited to letters designating the
store name as set forth in signed lease documents between Tenant and
Landlord.
d. No signage promoting brand name consumer goods will be accepted (i.e. Drink
Coke, etc.). Soft drink company coolers are not permitted.
e. Tenants are encouraged to be creative with the designs of their signs. In
addition to the established trade name of the store, icons or other graphic
devices may be used to enhance the sign.
f. Tenant identification signs may be multi-layered.
g. No projection above or below the designated sign zone will be permitted.
h. The center line of all copy and graphics shall be centered within the sign band as
indicated on Food Court Tenant Signage Placement Exhibit.
I. All hardware is to be countersunk and painted to match.
j. No photo transparency illuminated boxes are permitted for storefront sign.
k. Menu Boards.
i. Sign boards displaying and prices shall be innovative and professionally
executed.
f.
Specific Sign Criteria
ii. Proposed location and design of menu boards shall be included in Tenant's
signage submittal and are subject to the Landlord's Approval.
iii. Permanent information shall be silk-screened, etched, painted or mounted to
a baseboard of metal, wood, plastic laminate, acrylic or glass. Flimsy or
fragile materials are not permitted.
iv. Hand-written changeable information is not permitted.
v. Internally illuminated menu boards are acceptable if they have a black face
with white (reversed) lettering. Design of this type of menu board is subject
to Landlord approval.
vi. Chalkboards as use for menu boards are not permitted.
vii. The following board types are strictly prohibited:
- Plastic, rubber or felt channel type boards with individual interchangeable
plastic letters.
- Menu boards available through national food and beverage companies
advertising products.
Specific Sign Criteria