[R.O. 2016 § 535.140; Ord. No. 990-12 § 4, 5-29-2012]
A. 
Non-Conforming Temporary Signs. All signs installed under a temporary sign permit found not to be in conformance with the provisions of this Chapter, regardless of when erected, shall be removed immediately upon official notice of non-compliance and removal from the Community Development Department.
B. 
Non-Conforming Permanent Signs. No sign which is non-conforming in one respect may be altered even if such change is permitted herein, e.g., if a sign exceeds the maximum height permitted, said sign shall not be enlarged even if such increase in sign area is permitted within these regulations. This requirement is based on the fact that non-conforming structures may not generally be altered in any manner unless such alterations bring the structure into conformance with current standards.
1. 
Grandfathering Of Existing Signs. Installed signs which do not conform to the provisions of this Chapter, but were previously approved and legally installed at the time of its passage or were installed at a time when no regulation would have applied to the sign, shall not be required to adhere to the general regulations stated herein for as long as they are maintained in their original state, including refinishing or refurbishing. If the sign is altered in any way, then it shall be removed per Subsection (B)(2) below.
2. 
Conditions For Removal. Signs given a "grandfather" exemption from this Chapter per Subsection (B)(1) above must be brought into compliance if one (1) of the following occurs:
a. 
There is any alteration in the existing sign's size, shape or configuration (this does not include modification of the text or graphics on the sign face);
b. 
The sign is moved to another location on the subject property;
c. 
The sign's frame or structural support(s) are replaced or altered for reasons other than normal maintenance of the sign;
d. 
The sign falls into a state of disrepair as called out in Section 535.110 of this Chapter (General Performance Requirements); or
e. 
The sign advertises a use that has been discontinued for a period of two (2) years.