23.130 Violations and Enforcement

A. It is unlawful to erect or maintain a sign contrary to the provisions of this Chapter. This Chapter may be enforced against any illegal sign, hazardous sign, or sign in violation of this Chapter, as provided in this section. B. The Code Compliance Specialist shall investigate all complaints about signs and determine if a violation exists. If a sign is located on public property, impacts line of sight for safe vehicular travel, poses an immediate hazard, or is temporary or portable in nature without a permit, the sign may be removed immediately by Lehi City. C. If a sign is found to be in violation other than as stated in subsection B, the Code Compliance Specialist may issue a written notice of violation. 1. The sign owner shall have 14 calendar days to respond to the written notice issued by the Code Compliance Specialist by either contacting the Planning Division to obtain approval for the sign, removing the sign, or otherwise correcting the violation. If the violator does not proceed with one of the above options, it shall be a Class C misdemeanor except as otherwise provided by Utah State Code. 2. The Code Compliance Specialist or designee may remove any sign which, after 14 calendar days from written notification of a violation, has not been brought into compliance. D. In addition to enforcement costs, sign owners and persons having charge, control, or benefit of any sign erected in violation of this title shall be liable for any damages caused to property, facilities, or utilities by reason of the placement, attachment, or removal of such unlawful sign. E. Signs not redeemed within seven days may be disposed of. 23-17 MAP 23.010 23-18 MAP 23.020 23-19 MAP 23.030 (Amended 07/30/19) 23-20