Nothing in this subchapter shall be deemed to prevent the repair, rehabilitation and reconstruction (hereinafter referred to as work) as to a nonconforming building or structure, under any of the following conditions.
(A) Elimination of nonconformity. Such work shall be permitted in order to render the use, building or structure in conformity with the provisions of this chapter, except that the conversion of an existing residential structure or use to a nonresidential use permitted in the zone in which the lot upon which such building or structure is located, shall not be allowed unless and until a conditional use permit pursuant to the provisions of §§ 153.210 et seq. is first obtained.
(B) Compliance with laws. Such work shall be permitted in order to comply with any laws, including, but not limited to, the zoning regulations set forth in this chapter as amended.
(C) Partial destruction. Where any nonconforming building or structure is damaged or partially destroyed by any casualty, the same may be restored to the condition in which it existed immediately prior to the occurrence of such casualty; provided, that the aggregate total cost of the necessary work does not exceed a sum equal to one-half of the then assessed value of the building or structure; provided, that all such work shall be completed within a period of 12 consecutive calendar months from and after the date of the occurrence of the casualty. Sureties may be required by the Director to assure timeliness of such work.
(D) Nonconformity; existing yard areas. Such work shall be permitted as to any existing building or structure which is nonconforming by reason of substandard yard areas.
(Ord. 1346, passed 5-2-12)