Encroachments upon public rights of way for streets, alleys and sidewalks, which existed on August 4, 1974, shall be permitted to remain without a permit until such time as more than fifty percent (50%) of the encroachment is destroyed by fire, wind or storm; the encroachment is demolished or removed; or more than fifty percent (50%) of the encroachment is reconstructed or remodeled. Upon the occurrence of any one of such contingencies, such encroachments shall be removed from the public right of way within thirty days, unless a revocable permit therefor is issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 52-82. Passed 11-15-82.)