(A) Any sign erected or maintained contrary to the provisions of this chapter is declared to be a public nuisance in accordance with § 17.02.150 of this title.
(B) The staff may ask the Town Council to declare a sign a public nuisance if the sign has been abandoned, ceased to function or became dilapidated. The following defects will be considered in determining where a sign has ceased to function and/or become dilapidated:
(1) Substantial damage either in support structure or sign face;
(2) Illegible sign face resulting from fading, rusting or erosion, faulty lettering or missing illumination; and
(3) Safety for passing vehicles or pedestrians.
(Prior Code, § 17.34.160) (Ord. 352, passed - -1973; Am. Ord. 488, passed - -1981)