(A) Structures and uses within the riparian setback, existing at the time of passage of these regulations, that are not permitted under these regulations may be continued, but shall not be expanded except as set forth in this subchapter.
(B) If damaged or destroyed, these structures or uses may be repaired or restored within two years from the date of damage/destruction or the adoption of these regulations, whichever is later, at the property owners’ own risk.
(C) A residential structure or use within the riparian setback existing at the time of passage of these regulations may be expanded subject to the following provisions:
(1) The expansion conforms to existing zoning regulations;
(2) The expansion must not impact the stream channel or the 100-year floodplain; and
(3) The expansion must not exceed an area of 15% of the total footprint of existing structure or use that lies within the riparian setback. Expansions exceeding 15% of the total footprint within the riparian setback must be obtained through the variance process.
(D) Nonresidential structure or use expansions will be permitted only through the variance process.
(Prior Code, § 1468.08) (Ord. 03-11, passed 10-28-2003)