(a) It shall be the duty of the Zoning Inspector to refuse a permit for the erection of any sign if the application therefor and the accepted drawing or diagram show that the sign when erected will not be in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter or if the sign shall constitute a hazard to the safety of persons using the public street or other public place in the vicinity of the proposed sign
(b) A variance from the strict application of the provisions of this Chapter may be granted by the Board of Zoning Appeals in regard to any sign if the Board finds that requiring strict compliance with the provisions of this Chapter may impose undue hardship and that the granting of a variance from the provisions of this Chapter will not depreciate or damage neighboring property, will not create a safety hazard and will not be contrary to the purposes of his Chapter. The procedure for applying for a variance and the hearing therefor shall be the same as in cases involving other zoning variances. (Ord. 2002-034. Passed 5-7-02.)