Texarkana historic commission approves hanging sign for Texarkana Hardware Company

The Texarkana Historic District Commission on Tuesday approved a request to install a 4-by-6-foot hanging sign above the awning at the property commonly known as the Texarkana Hardware Company, which operates as Tee It Up Golf.

The commission heard from staff that the proposed sign would carry the same lettering already approved for the storefront windows and the shingle sign, and that the installation would use an existing pole and electrical arm at the building. A representative noted the sign would be lightweight, aluminum framed and illuminated with LEDs.

"It's the same copy as this right here. It's just that it we had not approved this," the presenter said during the discussion. Staff also told the applicant, "You'll have to get your sign from me at Downey Public Works," indicating the applicant must coordinate pickup and installation with public-works staff.

Commissioners asked about dimensions and whether the new sign would extend beyond the existing arm; the applicant's representative confirmed the installation would use the existing hole and would not extend farther. After brief discussion a commissioner moved to approve the request and the motion was seconded; roll call recorded four yes votes and the commission carried the request.

The approval follows earlier approvals for window decals and a shingle sign at the same location. Staff said the applicant should coordinate with Public Works on the final installation details.

The commission did not amend any design details at the meeting; staff will follow up with the applicant on pickup and installation logistics.