§ 165-110. Nonconforming signs.

A. 

Any signs existing at the time of the passage of this chapter and which violate any provisions thereof shall be deemed a nonconforming use and may be continued, maintained and repaired upon the present premises or location; provided, however, that such sign was lawful under any prior ordinance. Any nonconforming sign which is associated with a change in occupancy or ownership shall necessitate an application to the approving authority. Any sign unlawful under any prior ordinance shall remain unlawful unless it complies with the provisions of this chapter and there is issued by the Zoning Officer a sign-erection permit therefor.

B. 

Any sign which has been damaged to the extent that the cost of repairs shall exceed 50% of the current value of said sign shall be deemed "destroyed," and the owner thereof shall not be permitted to erect or restore said sign except in accordance with this chapter.