1121.03 NONCONFORMING SIGNS.

   (a)   Continued Use of Nonconforming Signs. Any nonconforming sign that was lawful at the effective date of adoption or amendment of this Zoning Code, but that could not be built under the terms of this Zoning Code by reason of restrictions on area, height, its location on the lot, bulk, illumination, or other requirements concerning the sign, may be continued to be used.

   (b)   Alterations Limited. No structural alteration shall be made to any nonconforming sign except if:

      (1)   The alteration is required by law.

      (2)   The alteration will result in bringing the nonconforming sign into conformance.

      (3)   The alteration will result in removal of the nonconforming sign.

      (4)   The alteration will not maintain or increase the degree of nonconformity.

   (c)   Revocation of Legal Nonconforming Status. The legal nonconforming status of a sign shall be automatically revoked and the nonconformity must be removed or be brought into conformity with this Zoning Code if any of the following occurs:

      (1)   The sign is damaged to an amount exceeding fifty percent (50%) of the sign's replacement value, as determined by at least two sign companies required to provide a quote.

      (2)   The sign type or structure is altered.

      (3)   The sign is relocated.

      (4)   The sign and its structure (including supports, frames, and panels) are determined by the City Administrator to be unsafe or in violation of this Code or the Building Code and declared a nuisance.

         (Ord. 081-2023. Passed 10-3-23.)