(A) All signs shall be kept in repair and in proper state of preservation.
(B) 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. 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 non-conforming sign shall be permitted without alteration in size or location, unless movable or unattached, in accordance with § 156.366 of this chapter. If such sign is damaged or dilapidated to an extent of more than 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 non-conforming 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 Executive Director after due notice is given to the person in interest. If the owner fails to remove or renovate the sign within 30 days after due notice has been given the county or respective town may remove such sign at the owner’s expense.
(Ord. passed - -2006, § 80.37(G)) Penalty, see § 156.999