5-12(B)(1) This Section 14-16-5-12 shall apply to the erection of all signs located outside of, or located within but designed to be viewed from outside of, a structure in any zone district, unless specifically exempted by this IDO.
5-12(B)(2) Part 14-16-3 (Overlay Zones) may include sign regulations, which prevail over any other standards in this IDO.
5-12(B)(3) Additional sign regulations listed in Section 14-16-4-3 (Use-specific Standards) may apply. In the case of conflict, the stricter provision shall apply.
5-12(B)(4) Notwithstanding Subsections (1), (2), and (3) above, the provisions of this Section 14-16-5-12 shall not apply to any sign erected or required to be erected by any State or federal governmental agency, or public utility provided that the size, height, location, type and illumination of the sign comply with these provisions to the maximum extent practicable, including compliance with the New Mexico Night Sky Protection Act, as regulated by the State.
5-12(B)(5) Any sign legally erected before the effective date of this IDO that is no longer in compliance with the standards in this Section 14-16-5-12 may be retained in use, subject to the provisions of Subsection 14-16-6-8(F) (Nonconforming Signs).