Any structure existing on the effective date of this chapter which is not in conformity with the regulations contained in this chapter shall be allowed to continue subject to the following:
(A) An existing residential structure of any type meeting a minimum of 60% of the required side yard setback, but not less than 6 feet may be considered conforming. The conforming structure shall meet the required setbacks from the public right-of-way, rear lot line, wetland, lake, sewer treatment system, and well;
(B) Nonconforming structures may not be enlarged or altered in a way that increases their nonconformity unless in compliance with the following:
(1) Expansion or alteration of a structure found to be nonconforming might be permitted, provided the expansion complies with the requirements of this chapter;
(2) Additions to detached single-family and two-family dwellings not meeting the required side yard setback, but not less than 6 feet from the side lot line, may have an addition at the existing side yard setback;
(3) Long-term sewage disposal needs can be met on lots that are not served by public sewer.
(C) Should a structure be destroyed by any means to an extent of more than 50% of its market value at time of destruction, the building may be reconstructed to its original condition provided that a building permit has been applied for within 180 days of the damage or destruction. After 180 days, its shall not be reconstructed except in conformity with the provisions of this chapter;
(D) All construction projects for which a valid building permit was granted before the effective date of this chapter may be completed even if the structure will not meet the newly adopted provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 537, passed 11-8-2004; Am. Ord. 596, passed 2-8-2010)