(a) If any sign is abandoned, as described in this section, it shall be declared a public nuisance by reason that continued lack of use and maintenance results in a blighting influence on nearby properties.
(b) An abandoned sign is a sign that meets either of the following criteria:
(1) Any sign that remains after the termination of a business. A business is considered terminated if it is closed to the public for more than 180 continuous days. Seasonal businesses may apply to the Building Inspector for extensions of up to a total of 300 continuous days.
(2) Any sign that fails to meet maintenance requirements of Section 1274.04.
(Ord. 89-8. Passed 12-4-89.)