The Code Administrator / Fire Chief for the City of Junction City, Terry Johnson, has released a statement for all property owners of vacant commercial businesses.  He noted that it’s the city’s responsibility to tell all property owners of the requirement to ensure compliance with city code ordinance.

The Code Enforcement Division has received concerns from citizens and property managers about the magnitude of signs in the community for closed businesses is a nuisance. City ordinance puts the responsibility of each property manager, business and citizen holding a commercial property that is no longer in business to remove or change the signage to meet the city code ordinance.

When the occupant of a business has closed and vacated the premises it is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure that any signage of the former business is removed. A “For Sale” or “For Lease” notice can be installed.

With the approval of the codes administrator the signage can be painted over with a natural color to cover the signage of the business that had vacated the occupancy. That will require an inspection and approval of work.

If you have questions about what is needed to become in compliance with the code of ordinance contact the Code Enforcement and Building Inspection Division for assistance. You can do so Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. by telephone at 785-238-3103, Ext. 182.