(A) The lawful use of a building existing prior to August 23, 1982 may be continued even though the use does not conform with the provisions herein. Use of a building which becomes nonconforming due to a change of zoning may be continued. However, when the nonconforming use of a building has been changed to a more restricted use or to a conforming use, the use shall not thereafter be changed to a nonconforming use or a less restricted use.
(B) No building which has been damaged to the extent of more than 50% of its market value may be repaired except in conformity with the regulations of this chapter.
(C) In the event that the nonconforming use of any building or premises is discontinued or its normal operation stopped for a period of six months, the use of the same shall thereafter conform to the regulations of the district in which it is located.
(D) A nonconforming use occupying only a portion of a building may be extended throughout the building if the same has been lawfully acquired and actually devoted to the use prior to August 23,1982.
(Ord. 605, passed 1-25-2000)