§ 27-606. Alteration.

(a)

Applicability.

(1)

The nonconforming signs identified in Section 27-608(b) as being covered by the amortization procedures may only be altered, replaced, or relocated in conformance with this Section. Other provisions of this Subtitle relating to nonconforming buildings, structures, and uses (Part 3, Division 6) do not apply to these nonconforming signs.

(2)

Other nonconforming signs (including Outdoor Advertising Signs) may be maintained, structurally altered, repaired, replaced, or relocated in conformance with Part 3, Division 6.

(3)

This Section does not apply to signs for which a departure from Design Standards (Subdivision 4, below) has been granted; nor to any sign for which the District Council granted a waiver under prior regulations.

(b)

Requirements.

(1)

Nonconforming signs which are covered by the amortization procedures (Section 27-608) may be altered or replaced only in a manner which reduces the degree of nonconformity with the current provisions of this Part. These signs may be relocated only if the relocation brings the signs into conformance with the requirements of this Part.

(2)

Nonconforming signs (except outdoor advertising) which are not covered by the amortization procedures (Section 27-608) shall be structurally altered, relocated, or expanded only in compliance with the requirements of this Part which apply to new signs, or in conformance with Part 3, Division 6.

(CB-79-1985; CB-59-1993; CB-84-2016)