A. The city planner or designee shall issue a permit for the erection, alteration or relocation of a sign within five working days of receipt of a valid and complete application; provided, that the sign complies with all applicable laws and regulations of the city. In all applications, where a matter of interpretation arises, the more specific definition or higher standard shall prevail.

B. When a permit is denied, a written notice shall be provided to the applicant along with a brief statement of the reasons for denial. The city planner or designee may suspend or revoke an issued permit for any false statement or misrepresentation of fact in the application. (Ord. 17-09 § 22, 2017; prior code § 16.43.912.6)