§ 42-15. Amortization of non-conforming signs.

(a)

Except as otherwise specified in this section, any non-conforming sign shall be removed or rendered in compliance with this chapter within five years of the date of this section.

(b)

The provisions of this section shall not apply to outdoor advertising structure or billboard signs as defined by section 42-1.

(c)

The town manager shall endeavor to notify the owner of any sign deemed to be subject to the provisions of this section within one year of the effective date of the ordinance from which this section is derived. The failure to give notice as provided in this subsection shall not affect any amortization period and shall not be a defense to any action to enforce this section.

(d)

The sign face of a legal non-conforming sign may be changed to reflect a modification in a new company only if the following criteria are met:

(1)

The sign may not be reconstructed or relocated;

(2)

There shall be no increase in the size or height of the sign; and

(3)

Businesses within a combined development are required to meet the definition and requirements as listed in section 42-1 for "combined development."

(e)

Minor repairs and maintenance of non-conforming signs such as repainting, electrical repairs and neon tubing repairs shall be permitted.

(f)

Non-conforming signs which are structurally altered, relocated or replaced shall comply in all respects with the provisions of this chapter.

(g)

New signs related to legally established non-conforming uses may be erected provided they comply with the sign requirements of the district in which the use is located.

(Code 2003, § 30-395; Ord. No. 13-01, § 1, 4-18-2013)