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The City Council on Tuesday agreed to delay its vote on Hyundai’s sign permit until Oct. 5.
City Atty. Alan Burns had asked for the delay to research the sign code and ensure that the proposed 576-square-foot sign would comply with the law, which does not permit billboards.
Keith Duckworth, vice president for Hyundai Motor America, agreed to the delay. Duckworth has guided the sign proposal through two years of negotiations with the city, including the Planning Commission’s approval of the sign on May 26.
During a public hearing to consider an appeal of the permit, Duckworth said he supported the city’s efforts to ensure that the large glass-and-steel sign would comply with the law and with Fountain Valley’s aesthetics.
“We haven’t taken this lightly,” he said. “I have my share of sweat equity in this project.”
Duckworth said that Hyundai’s building at 10550 Talbert Ave. is unique because of its size and proximity to the San Diego Freeway, and because the sign would draw attention to the international corporation’s headquarters, not products for sale.
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