9-12-3: PERMIT PROCESS:
   A.   A permit for a new sign or an alteration of an existing sign shall be required from the city only when it is either placed in or over the public right of way or when an inspection will be required for building code compliance.
   B.   A sign permit application that does not require planning commission approval shall be forwarded by the city to Columbia County for processing within twenty one (21) days after receipt of a complete application.
   C.   A sign permit application that requires planning commission approval shall be scheduled for a public hearing within thirty (30) days after receipt of a complete application requesting a variance. (Ord. 639, 6-1-2005)