Electronic Message Centers.
Orlando City Code § 64.251
in effectSec. 64.251. - Electronic Message Centers.
Electronic Message Centers are permitted in accordance with this chapter and in compliance with the below:
a. Only allowed on freestanding signs where freestanding signs are permitted.
b. Electronic display area must be accessory to the primary sign.
c. No more than two messaging elements are permitted within the allowable sign face area: (1) static message display area and (2) electronic message display area.
d. Electronic display area must be mounted or located below the static message display area on the sign.
e. The maximum size of the electronic display area is in accordance with Table 1 of this Chapter.
f. Must have a pixel pitch value of 10mm or lower. The lower the pixel pitch (distance between pixels) the higher the screen resolution.
g. Must not change more than once every 8 seconds.
h. Must incorporate photocell/light sensors with automatic dimming technology that adjusts to ambient light conditions.
1. The maximum brightness shall be 0.3 footcandles above the ambient light measured from the property line.
2. At the time of permit application, the sign owner/operator must submit a certification that this standard has been satisfied.
i. No words, phrases, or characters that may interfere with, mislead, or confuse traffic.
j. No flashing or blinking, incandescent or stroboscopic lights that may interfere with, obstruct the view of, or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal or device.
k. If a sign malfunctions, fails, or ceases to operate in its usual or normal programmed manner, the sign must be repaired or disconnected within forty-eight (48) hours by the owner/operator of the sign.
l. Electronic Message Center signs in the following districts must comply with the standards of that district in lieu of this section:
1. Public Landmark Identification (Ch. 64, Part 8)
2. MA Overlay District (Sec. 64.230(b)(4))
3. Highway Digital Sign District (Sec. 64.401)
A proposed sign that does not meet one or more of requirements (a) through (I) above may be submitted for review as a Conditional Use Permit. The proposed sign must include superior design elements that justify an alternative proposal and may be subject to additional conditions of approval as part of the review process.
(Ord. No. 2023-1, § 2, 3-20-2023, Doc. #2303201206; Ord. No. 2024-1, § 4, 1-22-2024, Doc. #2401221203)
Source: City of Orlando, Florida, City Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/fl/orlando/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TITIICICO_CH64SI_PT2TESI_2CSPTESI_S64.251ELMECEFetched: 11/1/2026