Abandoned signs shall be deemed to be a public nuisance by reason that continued lack of use results in lack of reasonable and adequate maintenance, thereby causing deterioration and a blighting influence on nearby properties. Whenever a sign is abandoned, the Planning Director shall first document the date of sign abandonment. An abandoned sign shall be considered a violation of this chapter only after the Planning Director further documents that both of the following circumstances exist:
(a) A period of not less than 180 consecutive days has elapsed since the date of sign abandonment; and
(b) No Zoning Certificate has been issued during such period for the building, building unit and/or use associated with the abandoned sign.
(Ord. 109-14. Passed 6-23-14.)