In the event that any nonconforming building or structure is destroyed by any means to the extent that the estimated cost of repair is greater than 50% of the last appraised cost of the structure, exclusive of foundation, it shall not be rebuilt, restored or reoccupied for any use unless it is brought into conformity with all regulations of this Zoning Ordinance. When a nonconforming structure is damaged or destroyed to the extent that the estimated cost of repair is 50% or less of the replacement cost, no repairs or rebuilding shall be permitted except in conformity with all applicable regulations of this Zoning Ordinance and the following conditions:
(Ord. 99-132, passed 10-11-1999)
(a) A zoning certificate pertaining to the restoration shall be applied for and issued within one year of the destruction, and rebuilding shall be diligently pursued to completion; and
(b) The restoration shall not cause a new nonconformity, nor shall it increase the degree of nonconformance or noncompliance existing prior to the damage or destruction.
(Ord. 98-104, passed 9-14-1998)