(a) Signs are prohibited in all districts unless specifically defined, authorized and constructed in compliance with this chapter, the Codified Ordinances of Columbiana, Ohio and any other applicable regulations, or a variance granted pursuant to § 1294.15.
(b) All permanent signs require a permit in accordance with the provisions of this chapter and such signs not having a permit are prohibited. Signs authorized for temporary use by the provisions of this chapter do not require a permit.
(c) Abandoned signs are prohibited in all districts.
(d) Unattended signs on public property, including, but not limited to, parks and rights-of-way, shall be considered abandoned signs. These abandoned signs may be disposed of or destroyed without notice or compensation. Such disposal or destruction is not subject to appeal.
(e) Any sign which is not accordingly permitted by specific definition, authorization and construction requirements is prohibited within the city.
(Ord. 16-O-2895, passed 1-3-2017)