The following procedure applies to improvement location permits for signs (sign permits).
(A) Sign permit review for permanent signs. The following procedure applies to permanent sign permit review.
(1) Application. Application for a permit shall be filed with the Planning Director and shall be accompanied by information as may be required to assure compliance with the laws and regulations of the town, including:
(a) Clear and legible drawings with descriptions showing the location of the sign which is the subject of the permit. All signs on the same parcel or owned by the same business must be noted.
(b) A dimensioned drawing showing the size of the sign face area and the height of the sign.
(2) Effect of sign permit issuance. A sign permit issued under the provisions of this section shall not be deemed to constitute permission or authorization to maintain an unlawful sign nor shall it be deemed as a defense in an action to remove an unlawful sign.
(3) Nullification. A sign permit shall become null and void if work has not been started within 12 months of the date the permit is issued or completed within 18 months of the date the permit is issued.
(B) Sign permit review for temporary signs. The following procedure applies to sign permit review for temporary signs.
(1) Application. Application for a permit shall be filed with the Planning Director and shall be accompanied by information as may be required to assure compliance with the laws and regulations of the town, including:
(a) Type of temporary sign to be used;
(b) Period of time the temporary sign is to be used;
(c) Location at which the temporary sign is to be used.
(2) Effect of sign permit issuance. A sign permit issued under the provisions of this section shall not be deemed to constitute permission or authorization to maintain an unlawful sign nor shall it be deemed as a defense in an action to remove an unlawful sign.
(3) Nullification. A sign permit shall become null and void if the sign has not been placed within one month of the date the permit is issued.
(Ord. 2013-02, passed 3-11-13)