The Zoning Inspector will order the removal of any sign for which no sign permit has been issued or signs erected in violation of this Code in accordance with the following procedures:
(a) Notify Property Owner of Violation. The Zoning Inspector will notify the property owner of the violation of this Code and the violation is subject to a civil offense in accordance with Kent Codified Ordinance (KCO) Section 501.13
, as amended.
(b) Timely Action by Property Owner. The property owner must remove the offending sign, obtain a permit if the sign can be conforming, or initiate an appeal to the Board of Zoning Appeals within 15 days of receipt of the letter.
(c) Enforcement. When a sign is removed or replaced, all brackets, poles, and other structural elements that supported the sign must also be removed. Affected building surfaces must be restored to match the adjacent portion of the structure. If a landowner or land user fails to comply with this Section, the Zoning Inspector may arrange the removal and/or restoration and charge all costs to the landowner. In addition, if a landowner or a land user fails to comply with this Section, the landowner is also subject to a civil offense in accordance with Kent Codified Ordinance (KCO) Section 501.13
.
(Ord. 2021-057. Passed 6-16-21.)