§ 8-60. Maintenance.

(a)

No portion of any sign structure or sign surface shall be permitted to become insecure or otherwise unsafe.

(b)

All portions of signs, including supports, anchors, or braces, shall be painted and kept in good repair at all times. Galvanized metals, aluminum and stainless steel portions of signs need not be painted.

(c)

Sign surfaces shall be maintained free of peeling paint and torn paper.

(d)

All signs shall be free of broken or bent structures.

(e)

The exposed upright superstructure or backside of all outdoor advertising signs shall be painted a neutral color such as light blue, gray, or white unless such part of the sign is integral to the overall design of the sign.

(f)

Any lot or premises in the vicinity of a sign shall be kept clean, sanitary, inoffensive, and free of all noxious substances, including the removal of snow from the sidewalk and curb front thereof. If the grade at the base of the sign is altered, proper drainage for surface water shall be provided.

(Code 1964, § 7-25(7-58.23); Code 1988, § 8-55; Ord. No. 64702, § 1, 9-6-1984)