§ 8.32.160. Unlawful, unsafe, or out-of-date signs.

Every sign or advertising structure subject to any of the following conditions is declared a public nuisance.

A.

The sign or advertising structure was unlawfully erected on public or private property, or declared to be hazardous or unsafe by the Director.

B.

The sign or advertising structure advertises or is related to events which have already taken place.

C.

The sign was legally erected, but its use has ceased, or the structure upon which the display is placed has been abandoned by its owner, not maintained, or not used to identify or advertise an ongoing business for a period of 90 days or more.

D.

The sign was legally erected, but has not been maintained in a safe, presentable and structurally-sound condition. "Maintenance" includes the replacement of broken parts and defective wiring and ballasts, such that signs are capable of being fully illuminated and legible. "Maintenance" also includes keeping signs clean, painted and legible, repairing and replacing the face(s) thereof to eliminate holes, cracks and other visual defects. "Maintenance" also includes the removal of signs advertising former businesses and tenants.

E.

Signs legally erected which later become nonconforming as a result of the adoption of an ordinance on which the amortization period provided by the ordinance or other law has expired, and for which conformance has not been accomplished.

F.

Any sign in violation of Chapter 17.61 of the Beaumont Municipal Code.

(Ord. No. 823, § 1, 3-5-02)