(a) Any previously legally existing sign, but which by reason of its size, height, location, design, construction, or erection is not in conformance with the requirements of this chapter, shall be considered a Nonconforming Sign.
(b) Nonconforming signs must be brought into compliance with the requirements of this Section when any proposed change to sign face would be undertaken. This would include, but not be limited to changes in the message, typography, graphic design, sign material or mounting system, excluding the required maintenance necessary to keep the sign in good repair in its existing condition. In no way shall this Section (or Section 1177.99 Violations) be interpreted to mean that the general repair and maintenance of nonconforming signs is prohibited. It is the intent that such signs are permitted to be maintained as long as it is not replaced or the design, logo or content is not altered or as long as the use does not change.
(c) A nonconforming sign may not be replaced by another nonconforming sign except where changed conditions beyond the control of the owner render the signs repair.
(Ord. 13-2022. Passed 7-5-22.)