(A) Obsolete signs. Any on-premises sign, retractable canopy or awning, whether existing on, or erected after the effective date of this subchapter, which advertises a business no longer being conducted or a product no longer being sold in or from the premises to which the sign relates shall be taken down and removed by the owner, agent or person having the beneficial use of the building, structure or premises upon which such sign is found. Removal shall be effected within 30 days after written notice from the Zoning Administrator. If such a sign is not removed after such 30-day period, the Zoning Administrator is authorized to cause the sign to be removed forthwith. Any expense incidental thereto shall be paid by the owner, agent or person having the beneficial use of the building, structure or premises on which such sign is found.
(B) Unsafe signs. If the Zoning Administrator finds that any sign, outdoor advertising sign structure, retractable canopy or awning is unsafe or is a menace to the public, the Zoning Administrator shall give written notice to the person delaying such sign. Correction of such condition(s) shall be effected within 15 days after receipt of the notice. If such condition is not corrected within 15 days, the Zoning Administrator is authorized to cause the sign to be removed forthwith at the expense of the person displaying the sign. Such removal does not require further notice if the sign, canopy or awning is an immediate peril to persons or property.
(Ord. 2021-03, passed 10-13-2021)