(A) All signs shall be kept in repair and in proper state of preservation.
(B) (1) Signs which are no longer functional or are abandoned shall be removed or relocated in compliance with the regulations of this chapter within 30 days following such abandonment.
(2) Signs shall be considered no longer functional or abandoned when such sign is materially obstructed from view, when its essential elements are no longer readable, or when a condition of dilapidation is in evidence.
(C) Any legally established nonconforming sign shall be permitted without alteration in size or location, unless movable or unattached, in accordance with § 156.065 of this code. If such sign is damaged or dilapidated to an extent of more then 50% of its replacement cost at time of damage or repair, as determined by the Building Inspector, it shall not be rebuilt; provided, however, that nothing herein shall prevent maintenance, repainting or normal repair of legally established nonconforming signs.
(D) Whenever any movable or unattached sign is erected or maintained in violation of this chapter, said sign may be removed by action of the Zoning Inspector after due notice is given to the person in interest.
(Ord. 8-7-12-3, passed 10-10-1961; Ord. passed 1- -2004)