§ 47-22.10. Nonconforming signs.

A.

All signs not in full compliance with this section shall be removed or made to comply with its provisions no later than eighteen (18) months from the effective date of the re-enactment of Ordinance No. C-87-57 (July 31, 1987), except as follows:

1.

Any freestanding, detached sign which exceeds the height limitation specified by Section 47-22.3.D by not more than thirty-three percent (33%) shall be considered as conforming to this section, provided all other requirements are met.

2.

Any wall or freestanding, detached sign which exceeds the size limitation specified by Section 47-22.3.D by not more than thirty-three percent (33%) shall be considered as conforming to this section, provided all other requirements are met.

3.

In the event an existing freestanding, detached sign qualifies under subsections A.1 and 2, the setback requirements stated in Section 47-22.3.D shall be waived.

B.

The eighteen (18) month amortization period provided for in subsection A, shall not be applicable to outdoor advertising display signs. A nonconforming outdoor advertising display sign may be continued and shall be maintained in good condition as required by Section 47-22.6, but it shall not be:

1.

Structurally changed to another nonconforming sign, but its pictorial content may be changed.

2.

Structurally altered to prolong the life of a sign, except to meet safety requirements.

3.

Altered in any manner that increases the degree of nonconformity.

4.

Expanded.

5.

Continued in use after cessation for a period of sixty (60) days.

6.

Re-established after destruction.

7.

Continued in use when a conforming sign is erected on the same premises or the premise upon which the sign is erected is developed for use which consists of other than a sign use only.

(Ord. No. C-97-19, § 1(47-22.10), 6-18-97; C-18-05 , § 9, 3-6-18)