All signs shall be designed, constructed and maintained in accordance with the following standards:
(a) All signs shall comply with applicable provisions of the Basic Ohio Building Code at all times.
(b) Except for flags, temporary signs, and window signs conforming in all respects with the requirements of this chapter, all signs shall be constructed of permanent materials and shall be permanently attached to the ground, a building or another structure by direct attachment to a rigid wall, frame, or structure. The use of unprotected cardboard, paper, or wood products as sign material shall be prohibited.
(c) All signs approved pursuant to this section shall be constructed of a durable material, and shall be professional in appearance. As used in this section, professional appearance means, at minimum, that the sign is designed or manufactured by a graphic artist or sign company or is computer-generated.
(d) All signs shall be maintained in good structural condition and in good repair in compliance with all Building and Electrical Codes, and in conformance with this code, at all times.
(e) Signs must be neat and clean so as not to appear damaged, unappealing, or unnecessarily worn. (Ord. 13-2022. Passed 7-5-22.)