A. Continuation: A nonconforming use which was legally existing when such use became prohibited may be continued as provided in this section and by any other applicable provision of this chapter, so long as it remains otherwise lawful, subject to applicable standards and limitations in this chapter.
B. Expansion Within Conforming Building: A nonconforming use existing within a portion of a conforming building may not be expanded to include the entire floor area of such building.
C. Nonconforming Use Of Open Land: A nonconforming use of open land may be continued provided such nonconforming use shall not be expanded or extended into any building or open land, except as may be required by law.
D. Expansion Of Outdoor Nonconforming Uses: A nonconforming use of a lot where the principal use is not enclosed within a building, shall not be expanded unless the strict provisions of this chapter are met.
E. Restoration: A nonconforming use in a conforming structure damaged by fire, wind, earthquake, or other natural disaster or calamity may be restored as it existed previously and its use may be continued so long as restoration is complete within one year. A building permit necessary for the restoration shall be applied for no later than six (6) months after the damage occurred. An extension may be granted by the planning and zoning director for up to an additional six (6) months if the applicant has shown a diligent effort to complete the restoration. Said restoration must be completed to the extent that no less than fifty percent (50%) of the necessary work has been completed within the one year period as determined by the Mapleton City building official. (Ord. 2003-23, 11-5-2003, eff. 12-11-2003)