.010 Effect on Status of Use or Structure. A use or structure having a sign that does not meet the requirements of Chapter 18.44 (Signs), but is otherwise in conformance with this title, shall not be subject to the provisions of Section 18.56.030 or Section 18.56.040 solely due to the nonconformity of the sign.
.020 Continuation of Sign. Except as otherwise provided herein, any nonconforming sign or other advertising structure may continue, provided that any structural change or alteration of any sign that requires a building or other permit shall be subject to the approval of the Planning Commission and/or City Council, through a conditional use permit proceeding as prescribed in Chapter 18.66 (Conditional Use Permits) if special findings can be found.
.0201 Findings. Before the approval authority, or City Council on appeal, may approve a conditional use permit for non-conforming signs, it must make a finding of fact, by resolution, that the evidence presented shows that all of the following conditions exist:
.01 That the proposed modifications to the sign do not increase the height or area of sign copy and bring the sign closer to conformity with the code;
.02 That the changes proposed improve the aesthetics of the sign; and
.03 That the granting of the conditional use permit under the conditions imposed, if any, will not be detrimental to the health and safety of the citizens of the City of Anaheim. (Ord. 5920 1 (part); June 8, 2004: Ord. 6286 § 39; September 3, 2013.)