§ 240-87. Safety and maintenance.

A. 

All signs, together with their supporting structures, must be kept properly maintained, repaired, and in proper condition. All signs and the grounds about them shall be kept free from all rubbish and other objectionable material.

B. 

Failure to comply with these provisions shall be grounds for a citation.

C. 

If the Building Commissioner finds that a sign is unsafe or otherwise improperly maintained, he shall issue a written notice to that effect to the permit holder and the property owner. If the specified conditions are not corrected, the Building Commissioner is authorized to remove or repair the sign, all costs of which shall be assessed to the permit holder or property owner, including an administrative fee of $50. If public safety is involved, the Building Commissioner may take immediate action.