(A) In interpretation and application, the provisions of this sign code shall be held to be an expression of the maximum allowable number and size of signs which bring about the least potential conflict with surrounding uses and which promote and improve physical appearance within the City.
(B) Where the conditions imposed by any provision of this sign code upon the control of signs are either more restrictive or less restrictive than comparable conditions imposed by any other provision of this sign code or of any other law, ordinance, resolution, rule or regulation of any kind, the regulations which are more restrictive or which impose the higher standards or requirements shall govern, except in the case of a planned unit development where said Planned Unit Development ordinance shall govern.
(C) The provisions of this sign code shall prevail over any covenant, easement or other private agreement which purports to limit or authorize the erection or maintenance of signs in a manner inconsistent with this sign code. Provided, however, that if the corporate authorities know of the existence of a private covenant, easement or other agreement which if enforced would cause any sign to be nonconforming, the corporate authorities shall consider such private agreement in a determination as to whether a proposed sign for the property complies with the provisions of this sign code. The provisions of this sign code shall not, however, prevent any party from attempting to enforce any covenant, easement or private agreement to which he is a party or beneficiary.
(D) When a sign type is not specifically listed in this sign code as a permitted sign, it shall be assumed that such use is hereby expressly prohibited. If it is determined by the Zoning Board of Appeals that said sign is similar to and not more objectionable than signs listed, such signs may then be permitted. (Ord. 0-38-94, 9-6-1994)