New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 18 - TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS
Chapter 21 - TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNAGE
Part 5 - OUTDOOR ADVERTISING REQUIREMENTS
Section 18.21.5.15 - LANDMARK SIGNS

Universal Citation: 18 NM Admin Code 18.21.5.15

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 6, March 26, 2024

A. An outdoor advertising device shall qualify as a landmark sign of historical or artistic significance under 23 U.S.C. Section 131 upon presentation, to the department, of satisfactory proof as determined by the department, that the sign has been lawfully in place and maintained at the same location for a period of twenty-five (25) years or more, and that the sign:

(1) has not substantially changed in size, lighting or advertising content after designation as a landmark sign;

(2) has not been significantly altered from its historic appearance, or, if it has been altered, is potentially restorable to its historic function and appearance;

(3) is structurally safe or can be made safe without significantly altering its historical appearance; and

(4) complies with all applicable requirements of this rule.

B. Any substantial change or significant alteration, as determined by the department, after designation as a landmark sign shall result in termination of the sign's landmark status.

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