No sign for which a permit is issued after the effective date of this chapter, may be placed or maintained in the City, except as provided in this chapter. All signs maintained contrary to the provisions of this chapter are declared to be nonconforming and, as such, may be dealt with or removed as provided herein. Any sign that poses a public safety hazard may be removed as specified in subsection 9-26-050H4 of this chapter. (Ord. 963, 2-15-2011)