Except as otherwise provided, no person shall erect, alter, enlarge, relocate, or maintain within the City any sign or advertising structure without first obtaining a permit as herein prescribed except in conformity with the provisions of this chapter.
(a) Before any permit is granted for the erection of a sign plans shall be filed with the Building and Zoning Inspector showing the dimensions, materials and required details of construction including size, color, loads, stresses and anchorage. These plans shall bear the seal of a registered engineer. The application shall be accompanied by the written consent of the owner or lessee of the premises upon which the sign is to be erected.
(b) A permit fee shall be paid to the City for each permit as required by this Chapter.