A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, re-erect, move, remove, or materially alter any sign within the City's zoning jurisdiction without first obtaining a permit therefor as provided in this chapter.
B. Except as provided in subsection (C) below, it is unlawful for any person other than a licensed sign hanger to erect, re-erect, move, remove, or materially alter any sign within the City's zoning jurisdiction.
C. A property owner or tenant may erect, re-erect, move, remove, or materially alter signs upon his, her, or its own property when such signs do not exceed any of the following limitations:
1. For flat, nonprojecting or ground mount signs:
a. maximum of twelve (12) feet above the adjacent surface;
b. maximum of forty (40) square feet of surface area (per side);
2. For projecting signs:
a. maximum of twelve (12) feet above the adjacent surface;
b. maximum of two (2) feet projecting from building;
c. maximum of four (4) square feet of surface area (per side);
3. For all signs:
a. must comply with all other provisions of this chapter;
b. all electrical wiring must be installed by a licensed electrician and comply with all City Code provisions pertaining thereto.