A. Alterations Or Enlargements Of Nonconforming Buildings: A nonconforming building may be altered or enlarged only if the alterations or enlargements do not increase the extent of the nonconformity or add another nonconformity. For example, a building that does not meet a setback requirement may add an additional floor so long as the additional height and bulk comply with the applicable regulations. Likewise, a building that does not meet a setback requirement may be enlarged so long as the addition follows the same building wall line and does not result in an additional encroachment into the setback area.
B. Destruction Or Damage Of Nonconforming Buildings:
1. Destruction: If a nonconforming building is intentionally removed or destroyed by the owner, the building may be reconstructed, provided that all nonconformities, to include setbacks, are eliminated in the new building.
2. Damage Or Accidental Destruction: When a nonconforming building is damaged or destroyed by fire or other causes beyond the control of the owner, it may be repaired or rebuilt, provided that:
a. The intensity, extent, or nature of the previous nonconforming elements are not increased; and
b. Restoration commences within six (6) months from the date of damage or accidental destruction, does not cease for a period of sixty (60) days, and is completed within two (2) years from the date of damage or accidental destruction.
C. Relocation Of Nonconforming Building: No nonconforming building shall be moved in whole or in part to any other location on the same or any other lot unless the building conforms to the regulations of the zoning district in which the building is to be located. (Ord. 19-12-43, 1-13-2020)