247.401 Definitions. Sec. 1. As used in this act: (a) “Department” means the state transportation department. (b) “Eligible attraction” means a tourist-oriented activity that is all of the following: (i) Within 10 miles of the rural road for which a tourist-oriented directional sign is sought, unless otherwise restricted or permitted by the department. (ii) Not […]
247.402 Tourist-oriented directional signs and markers; placement program; contract with nongovernmental entity. Sec. 2. (1) Within 6 months after the effective date of this act, the department shall implement a program for the placement of tourist-oriented directional signs and markers within the right-of-way of those portions of rural roads within state jurisdiction. At a minimum, […]
247.403 Directional sign program; participation by operator of tourist-oriented activity; application; fee; determination; appeal; issuance of permit; order canceling permit; removal of signs; tourist-oriented directional signs. Sec. 3. (1) The operator of a tourist-oriented activity who wishes to participate in a directional sign program under this act shall submit to the department or its designee […]
247.404 Sign specifications; symbols; multiple signs; location. Sec. 4. (1) The size, location, design, and arrangement of each tourist-oriented directional sign subject to this act shall conform to the specifications for signs contained in the state manual of uniform traffic control devices. (2) The department shall develop optional, standardized symbols for different types of activities […]
247.405 Permit fee; calculation; public notice. Sec. 5. The department or its designee may impose a reasonable fee for a permit issued under this act, which shall be calculated to include reimbursement for the department’s anticipated costs in implementing and administering this act, including the costs of installing, repairing, covering during an off-season, and removing […]
