If a nonconforming building or a nonconforming use is destroyed by fire, explosion, or act of God, to the extent of sixty percent (60%) of its value before destruction, it may be rebuilt only as a conforming building or use, unless otherwise recommended by the planning commission and approved by the city council. A nonconforming building or use, damaged to the extent of less than sixty percent (60%) of its value, may be rebuilt, provided there is no expansion of the nonconformity.
A. Demolition of a damaged nonconforming building must occur within six (6) months of its being initially damaged.
B. Reconstruction of a damaged nonconforming building must be initiated within six (6) months and completed within two (2) years of its being initially damaged. (Ord. 891, 4-13-2013)