§ 130-13. Enforcement and sign removal.

(a)

Inspection of signs. All signs may be inspected by the building commissioner, building inspector or someone appointed by them to determine if the sign is insecure, in danger of falling, or otherwise unsafe. Signs also may be inspected to ensure compliance with all provisions of this chapter.

(b)

Notice to remove unsafe sign. When any sign becomes insecure, in danger of falling, or otherwise unsafe, or if any sign exists or is installed or maintained in violation of the provisions of this chapter with respect to construction or safety, the owner, person or firm maintaining such sign shall correct the deficiencies or violation or remove the sign within ten days after receiving notice from the city clerk; provided, however, that if such sign constitutes an immediate danger to the public health, safety or welfare, the building commissioner shall order immediate correction or removal of such sign.

(c)

Removal of nonconforming signs. Any sign which is not erected, constructed, or maintained in accordance with the provisions of this chapter shall be removed by the owner within 15 days of notice by the city. If the owner fails to act after 15 days' notice to the owner of the property, such sign may be removed by the city and the cost thereof charged to the owner of, or person maintaining, such sign.

(Code 1969, § 35-13; Ord. No. 1634, § 1, 6-17-1996)