226.500. Purpose of law. - Missouri Statutes

Purpose of law.

226.500. The general assembly finds and declares thatoutdoor advertising is a legitimate commercial use of privateproperty adjacent to the interstate and primary highway systemsand that it is necessary to regulate and control same to promotehighway safety, to promote convenience and enjoyment of highwaytravel, and to preserve the natural scenic beauty of highways andadjacent areas. The general assembly further declares it to bethe policy of this state that the erection and maintenance ofoutdoor advertising in* areas adjacent to the interstate andprimary highway systems be regulated in accordance with sections226.500 to 226.600 and rules and regulations promulgated by thestate highways and transportation commission pursuant thereto.

(L. 1965 2d Ex. Sess. p. 900 § 1)

*Word "and" appears in original rolls.

(2003) Term "outdoor advertising" includes blank billboards as well as billboards that display advertising, and sign is not increased in size by mere addition of a message. Natural Resources, Inc. v. Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission, 107 S.W.3d 451 (Mo.App.S.D.).