1333.02 STANDARDS.

   Chapter 31, Section 3107 “Signs” of the OBC shall govern the construction, alteration, repair and maintenance of all signs in respect to structural and fire safety. In addition, the following requirements shall be met:

(a)   Swinging Signs. Every sign shall be rigidly hung so that it will not swing or vibrate in a strong wind. No hinge or loose joints will be permitted in any sign or in any of the various sections of the sign.

(b)   Billboards (Poster Panels). The lower edge of every such billboard shall be not less than three feet above the ground, and the space between the lower edge of the billboard and the ground shall be left open, or may be covered with lattice work of wood.

(c)   Temporary Signs. Temporary signs shall be strongly constructed and shall be securely attached to their supports.

(d)   Maintenance. It shall be the duty and responsibility of the owner or lessee of every sign to maintain the immediate premises occupied by the sign in a clean, safe, sanitary and healthful condition. Ground signs shall be kept clear of weeds and rubbish three feet in front of and to such distance in the rear as will include all bracing, guys and stayposts of such sign.

(e)   Responsibility. The owner of each outdoor sign and the owner of the premises on which such sign is erected, affixed, attached or maintained shall each be individually and separately responsible for its maintenance and for the removal of every sign which has been ordered removed under provisions of this Code.
(Ord. 46-13. Passed 5-28-13.)