Any off-premise sign lawfully erected and in existence on the effective date of this ordinance which does not meet the requirements of this ordinance may be maintained as a matter of right as a legal nonconforming sign. The sign may be maintained and repaired provided the degree of nonconformity is not increased. If for any reason the sign is damaged to the extent that the repairs are equal to or exceed fifty percent (50%) of the physical components of the sign it may not be repaired or replaced unless it will comply with all requirements of this Article.
(Added by Ordinance No. 8866, effective 11-19-2003) (Amended by Ordinance No. 8978, effective 06-08-2005)