A nonconforming use or structure may be extended, enlarged or altered when so authorized as a special exception provided that the following conditions are met:
(a) It is clear that such enlargement or extension is not materially detrimental to the health, safety and welfare of the surrounding area or the interest of the township;
(b) The proposed enlargement or extension only occurs on the tract where the nonconformity is currently located;
(c) The nonconforming structure, or the area devoted to the nonconforming use, shall be increased by not more than 50%;
(d) Any extension or enlargement of a building shall conform to the area, height and setback regulations of the district in which it is located; and
(e) No more than one extension or enlargement to a nonconforming use or structure shall be granted.
(Ord. 896, passed 12-21-2011)