Pelham, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 54 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 54-70
Signs
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All signs permitted by reason of other regulations or as a lawful nonconforming use shall be maintained in good repair, and printed matter, pictures or illustrations contained thereon shall be completely maintained and, when no longer in use, completely removed.
Section 54-70 of Pelham's Code of Ordinances requires that all permitted or lawfully nonconforming signs be kept in good condition at all times. Any text, images, or illustrations displayed on a sign must be fully maintained and legible. Once a sign is no longer in active use, it must be entirely removed from the property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 54-70, property owners and managers are generally expected to conduct regular inspections of any permitted or nonconforming signs on their premises to ensure they remain in good repair. Faded, damaged, or incomplete printed matter, pictures, or illustrations should be promptly restored or replaced. When a business closes or a sign is otherwise retired from use, operators typically arrange for the complete removal of the sign structure and all associated content.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 54-70 applies primarily to property owners, but tenants who notice deteriorating or abandoned signs on a rental property may have grounds to raise the issue with local code enforcement in Pelham. If a landlord's failure to maintain or remove signs creates a nuisance or safety concern, tenants can document the condition and file a complaint with the appropriate municipal authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Pelham's local ordinances can help clarify what options may be available in a given situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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