Administrative Rules of Montana
Department 18 - TRANSPORTATION
Chapter 18.6 - RIGHT-OF-WAY BUREAU
Subchapter 18.6.4 - Motorist Information Signs
Rule 18.6.410 - SUPPLEMENTAL MESSAGE SIGNS
Current through Register Vol. 6, March 22, 2024
(1) A portion of a logo sign panel may be used to display a supplemental message horizontally along the bottom of the logo sign panel, providing that the message displays essential motorist information, in conformance with all supplemental message standards contained in the MUTCD.
(2) All supplemental messages shall be displayed within the logo sign panel and conform to all MUTCD standards. A logo sign panel shall not display more than one supplemental message.
(3) Supplemental messages may include, but are not limited to, messages such as "diesel," "24 hours," "closed" and the day of the week when the facility is closed, "alternative fuels," and "RV access" after meeting any additional requirements of this rule for the appropriate type of supplemental message.
(4) An "auto repair" supplemental message may be displayed if qualified personnel are available to perform minor auto repair and tire repair at least eight hours per day, five days per week.
(5) A "24 hour" supplemental message may be displayed if the fuel pumps are operable with major credit cards or personnel 24 hours each day, seven days per week.
(6) An "alternative fuel" supplemental message, including "diesel," "propane," "LP-Gas," or a MUTCD standard symbol for these messages may be displayed when those services are offered at a business facility.
(7) A "recreational vehicle (RV) access" supplemental message may be displayed horizontally or as a circular symbol, in conformance with all standards in the MUTCD, if the business meets all of the appropriate following requirements for the type of business facility:
60-5-503, MCA; IMP, 60-5-513, MCA;