A nonconforming use of a building or land which has been abandoned shall not thereafter be returned to such nonconforming use. A nonconforming use shall be considered abandoned when one or more of the following conditions exist:
(a) When the intent of the owner to discontinue the use is apparent.
(b) When the characteristic equipment and furnishings of the nonconforming use have been removed from the premises and have not been replaced by similar equipment or furnishings within ninety days, unless other facts show the intention to resume the nonconforming use.
(c) When a nonconforming use has been discontinued for a period of six months.
(Ord. 2210. Passed 4-21-97.)