A nonconforming building or structure may continue to be used or occupied by a use permitted in the district in which it is located so long as it remains otherwise lawful and does not constitute a public nuisance, subject to the following provisions:
(a) Additions and Moving. A nonconforming building or structure shall not be added to, enlarged or moved unless the addition(s) or part(s) moved is made to conform to the regulations of the district in which it is located.
(b) Restoration of Damaged Building or Structure. If a nonconforming building or structure is damaged or destroyed by any means, those portions so destroyed or damaged may be restored to the original footprint and floor area of the building or structure, provided the reconstruction is begun within twelve (12) months of the damage or destruction and the cumulative replacement costs do not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the replacement cost of the building or structure at the time of such damage. Any restoration that exceeds the original footprint and/or floor area shall comply with sub-section 1258.07(a).
(c) Change in Principal Use of Building. The principal use of a nonconforming building may be changed to any other use permitted in the district in which it is located so long as the new use complies with all regulations of this Zoning Code specified for such use, except the regulations to which the building did not conform prior to the change in use.
(d) Variances from district regulations on area, lot coverage, lot width, height, yards, and location on the lot may be granted by the Board of Appeals where necessary and where such appeal for a variance meets the requirements of Section 1250.17(d)(1). The Planning and Zoning Administrator may allow the extension of an existing nonconforming building line if the extension maintains the same or creates a greater distance from the lot line.
(Ord. 8-13. Passed 5-14-13.)