(A) A sign, which is nonconforming on the effective date of this Zoning Code that does not conform with the regulations of this or a subsequent amendment, shall be deemed a nonconformity.
(B) Any permanent graphic, sign, marquee, canopy, or awning, other than a temporary sign, which is deemed to be a nonconformity, and not erected pursuant to a city permit and in place on the effective date of this chapter, and which remains or becomes a nonconformity upon the adoption of this chapter or any subsequent amendment thereto, may be continued only in accordance with the following regulations.
(1) Ordinary repairs and nonstructural alterations may be made to a nonconforming sign. No structural alterations shall be made in, to, or upon such nonconforming sign, except those required by law to make the sign conform to the regulations of this chapter, unless the sign was erected pursuant to a city permit.
(2) A nonconforming sign shall not be added to or enlarged in any manner, except to make the sign conform to the regulations of this Zoning Code and except when a variance is granted to allow such addition or enlargement.
(3) No nonconforming sign shall be moved in whole or in part to any other location unless such sign, and the use thereof, is made to conform to all regulations of this chapter.
(Ord. 9098, passed 6-12-2023)