18.120.090 Nonconforming signs.
Any sign that existed prior to the effective date of this chapter (when originally adopted by Ordinance No.723 on August 21, 2002), but does not conform to the provisions and requirements set forth in this chapter, shall be a “nonconforming” sign. Nonconforming signs may be continued and maintained in reasonable repair, but shall not be altered, relocated, or replaced (even if accidentally destroyed), except as provided in this section:
A. An existing nonconforming sign may not be altered or replaced unless reviewed and approved by the city planner or planning commission. To grant such a permit, the city planner or planning commission must find:
1. That the proposal meets all criteria for a conditional use permit under TMC 18.155.100; and
2. That the nonconformity will not be increased in any respect.
Application shall be made on forms provided by the city under TMC 18.120.030. The filing fee and the procedure thereafter shall be the same as for a conditional use permit. [Ord. 817 § 8-3J.760, 2006.]