The provisions of this Chapter shall not be construed as relieving or limiting in any way the responsibility or liability of any person erecting or owning any sign for personal injury or property damage resulting from the placement of a sign, or resulting from the negligence or willful acts of such person, its agents, employees, or workmen in the construction, maintenance, repair or removal of any sign erected in accordance with a permit issued hereunder. Nor shall it be construed as imposing upon the City or its officers or employees any responsibility or liability by reason of the approval or disapproval of any signs, materials, or devices under the provisions of this Chapter. (Ord. M-3643, 2004)