Signs which designate smoking or nonsmoking areas established by this chapter shall be conspicuously posted in every room, building or other place so covered by this chapter. The manner of such posting shall be at the discretion of the owner, operator, manager or other person having control of such room, building, outdoor recreation areas, and other places and areas so long as clarity, sufficiency and conspicuousness are apparent in communicating the intent of this chapter. Notwithstanding this provision, the presence or absence of signs shall not be a defense to the violation of any other provision of this chapter. (Ord. 1545 § 1 (part), 2010)