(A) Graffiti is considered a nuisance and is, therefore, prohibited. GRAFFITI is defined as any writing, printing, marks, signs, symbols, figures, designs, inscriptions, or other drawings which are scratched, scrawled, painted, drawn, or otherwise placed on any exterior surface of a building, wall, fence, sidewalk, curb, vehicle, or other permanent structure on a public or private property which has the effect of defacing the property. This is not to be intended for surface protection and/or signage.
(B) No person shall intentionally place graffiti on any surface located on public or private property. The owner of any property shall not allow graffiti to be placed on any external surface on the owner’s property. This will not include railroad cars which are unenforceable.
(Prior Code, § 9.20.010) (Ord. 07-11, passed - -) Penalty, see § 130.99