(A) Subject to the remaining divisions of this section, a nonconforming sign that exceeds the height, size, or spacing limitations by more than 10%, or that is nonconforming in some other way shall, within two years after the effective date of this chapter, be altered to comply with the provisions of this subchapter or be removed.
(B) If the nonconformity consists of too many freestanding signs on a single lot or by an excess of total sign area on a single lot, then the person responsible for the violation may determine which sign or signs need to be altered or removed to bring the nonconformity into conformity with the provisions of this subchapter.
(C) The following types of nonconforming signs shall be altered to comply with the provisions of this subchapter, or shall be removed within 180 days after the effective date of this subchapter:
(1) Portable signs and temporary signs; and
(D) Off-premises signs that are protected from enforced removal by the Outdoor Advertising Control Act shall not be subject to the provisions of division (A) above unless and until just compensation is provided in accordance with the cited statute.
(Ord. passed 12-20-2001) Penalty, see § 152.999