Minor repairs and normal maintenance that are required to keep nonconforming uses, structures, and signs in a safe condition are permitted, provided that the minor repair or maintenance does not extend, expand, or enlarge a nonconforming use, structure, or sign. For the purposes of this section,
MINOR REPAIR OR NORMAL MAINTENANCE shall mean:
(A) Maintenance of safe condition. Repairs that are necessary to maintain a nonconforming use, structure, or sign in a safe condition;
(B) Correction of damage or deterioration. Repairs that are necessary to correct any damage or deterioration to the structural soundness or interior appearance of a building or structure without altering the building or structure;
(C) Maintenance of land for safety. Maintenance of land areas to protect against health hazards and promote the safety of surrounding land uses; and
(D) Limited sign repairs and maintenance. Repairs and maintenance of nonconforming signs, such as repainting and electrical repairs, whose costs do not exceed 50% of the replacement cost of the sign.
(Ord. 05-10, passed 3-23-10
; Am. Ord. 035-21, passed 12-14-21)