§ 17.5-8. Existing signs not conforming with this chapter.

Except as otherwise provided herein, the owner of any zoned lot or other premises on which exists a sign that does not conform with the requirements of this chapter or for which there is not a current and valid sign permit shall be obligated to either remove such sign or to bring it into conformity with the provisions of this chapter.

(1)

Nonconforming existing signs, permits and terms: A sign that would be permitted under this chapter only with a sign permit, but which was in existence on the date of enactment of this chapter, and which was constructed in accordance with the ordinances and other applicable laws in effect on the date of its construction, but which by reason of its size, height, location, design or construction is not in conformance with the requirements of this chapter, shall be automatically designated as a nonconforming sign.

(2)

Such designation as a nonconforming sign shall allow the sign, which was made nonconforming by the adoption of this chapter, to remain in place and be maintained indefinitely, provided that no action is taken which increases the degree or extent of the nonconformity. A change in the information on the face of an existing nonconforming sign is allowed. However, any nonconforming sign shall either be eliminated or made to conform with the requirements of this chapter when any proposed change, repair or maintenance would constitute an expense of more than fifty (50) percent of the lesser of the original value or replacement value of the sign.

( Ord. No. 1085 , § 1, 11-17-15)