(A) Any permanent, non-abandoned sign which does not comply with this chapter shall be allowed to continue after enactment of this chapter, provided that the sign not be rebuilt, altered, replaced or relocated, and that no change in business use occurs without the sign's being brought into compliance with this chapter.
(B) (1) Nonconforming billboards shall retain legal nonconforming status if only the sign sheet or changeable letter or symbols are altered or replaced.
(2) However, if the sign board or structure is rebuilt or replaced, the entire nonconforming billboard must comply with this chapter.
(C) (1) Any non-exempt temporary sign must comply with this chapter upon adoption.
(2) Any temporary sign existing upon enactment of this chapter shall be removed within 30 days.
(3) Thereafter, the owner of the sign or owner of the premises may apply for up to four temporary 30-day installations per year in accordance with § 152.11.
(D) Any sign structure currently situated on the public right-of-way is illegal and shall be removed within 30 days of enactment of this chapter.
(`86 Code, § 9.81) (Am. Ord. 926, passed 6-5-07)