(a) The nonconforming use of a lot or a structure may be continued, expanded, or changed only if:
(1) The nonconforming use is changed to a permitted use;
(2) The nonconforming use is changed to a use determined by the Building Officer to be similar in definition and impact as a permitted use; or
(3) The nonconforming use is expanded within an existing structure that it currently occupies and that is manifestly arranged or developed for such use.
(b) No nonconforming use may be reestablished where such nonconforming use has been discontinued for a period of six (6) months or longer, except in the case of a calamity, as regulated in this section.
(c) A nonconforming use or uses within any structure damaged by fire, explosion, flood, riot, or act of nature may be continued as prior to such calamity, provided that:
(1) Reconstruction of the structure within which the use was and will be conducted is started within twelve (12) months of such calamity and is continued in a reasonable manner until completion; and
(2) Reconstruction of the structure within which the use was and will be conducted does not result in a larger area dedicated to the nonconforming use than prior to the calamity.
(Ord. 2022-110. Passed 12-12-22.)