A. Signs erected after the passage of this ordinance shall conform to the standards set forth in Article IV. All nonconforming signs in existence as of the effective date of this ordinance may be continued and shall be maintained in good condition.
B. Nothing in this article shall prevent the normal maintenance of an existing nonconforming sign. However, a nonconforming sign shall not be:
1. Changed to another type or shape of nonconforming sign; provided, however, the copy, content, or message of the sign may be changed so long as the shape or size of the sign is not altered;
2. Structurally altered, except for normal maintenance;
3. Physically expanded, enlarged or extended in any manner;
4. Reestablished after the sign is removed, except for normal maintenance; or
5. Reestablished after damage or destruction where the estimated expense of reconstruction exceeds 50% of the assessed value of the sign in its entirety.
C. All non-conforming signs created as a result of the passage of this ordinance shall be allowed to remain in place in accordance with this section. Signs erected after the passage of this ordinance shall conform to the standards set forth herein.
(Ord. passed 2-14-2017)