(1) Any abandoned sign, as defined herein, and supporting structure shall be removed by the owner of the sign or owner of the premises within twelve (12) months following the date of abandonment.

(2) Any owner of an abandoned sign which is otherwise in conformance with this chapter may apply to the Planning Director for an extension of the removal date. If the Planning Director determines that the continued maintenance of the sign is consistent with the purpose of Article VI of the Land Development Code, an extension of up to one (1) year may be granted.

(3) Any nonconforming, abandoned sign must be removed within six (6) months. No extension is available.