(A) A nonconforming sign is a lawfully existing sign, which fails to com ply with all applicable sign regulations, such as the location of the sign, height of the sign or sign area. A nonconforming sign can remain in use, if maintained in accordance with the definition of "maintenance" contained in § 160.12 of this chapter.
(B) If a nonconforming sign is proposed to be altered in any fashion that would require the issuance of a new permit as determined in § 160.04(A) of this chapter, or if the nonconforming sign advertises a business no longer being conducted or a product no longer sold on the premises, the sign must be brought into conformity or removed within 30 days after written notice from the administrative official. The notice to bring the sign into conformity or remove shall be served on the owner, agent, or person having the beneficial use of the buildings, structure or premises upon which the sign is found.
(C) Any person who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or refuses to comply with the order of the administrative official to bring into conformity or remove the nonconforming sign shall be in violation of this section. In addition to the penalties provided for in § 160.99 of this chapter, an injunction requiring compliance with this Code ordering the alteration or removal of the nonconforming sign may be obtained.
(Ord. 2001-5053, passed 3-6-2001)