Section 21.408 - Continuance of Nonconforming Signs(a) Notwithstanding other provisions of this subchapter, the department will renew a permit for a nonconforming sign only if the sign structure: (1) was lawful on the later of the date it was erected or became subject to the control of the department; and(2) remains substantially the same as it was on the later of the date it was erected, became subject to the department's control, or became a nonconforming sign due to change in statute, rule, or condition.(b) A nonconforming sign may not be: (1) removed and re-erected for any reason, other than a request by a governmental entity; or(2) substantially changed, as described by § 21.434 of this subchapter (relating to Repair and Maintenance).43 Tex. Admin. Code § 21.408
The provisions of this §21.408 adopted to be effective July 1, 2011, 36 TexReg 2418