A nonconforming structure is a building or other structure which lawfully existed prior to the effective date of this chapter, or an amendment thereto, and which no longer could be built under the terms of this chapter, as amended, by reason of restrictions on area, footprint, open space, building height, setbacks, lot width, or other requirements concerning the structure.
(A) A nonconforming structure devoted to a use permitted in the zoning classification in which it is located may continue to be used only in accordance with the provisions of this section.
(B) Normal repair and maintenance may be performed to allow the continuation of nonconforming structures.
(C) Except as provided in divisions (D) and (E), below, a nonconforming structure shall not undergo a change of use, renovation or expansion.
(D) A nonconforming structure may undergo a change of use or renovation without having to bring the structure into conformity with the requirements of these regulations, provided that:
(1) The change in use or renovation does not increase the floor area of the structure;
(2) The change in use is to a permitted use within the district; and
(3) The number of parking spaces provided for the use is in conformity with the requirements of these regulations.
(E) A nonconforming structure may be expanded, without bringing the nonconforming structure into conformity with these regulations, only if the part of the structure to be expanded and the area of the lot into which the expansion is taking place are both brought into conformity with the requirements of this chapter.
(F) A nonconforming structure shall not be moved unless it thereafter conforms to the standards of the zoning classification in which it is located.
(G) Where a nonconforming structure is damaged by fire, flood, wind, or other act of God, and such damage does not exceed 50% of the current assessed taxable value of the structure, it may be restored to its original dimensions and conditions as long as a building permit for the restoration is issued within twelve months of the date of the damage.
(Ord. passed 10-1-07)