(A) A nonconforming dwelling unit or units may be enlarged, extended or altered structurally, provided the degree of nonconformity is not increased beyond that which previously existed and no additional dwelling units result.
(B) Regardless of the value of replacement, repair or reconstruction, a nonconforming dwelling unit or units which is or are damaged or destroyed by any natural disaster or accident may be replaced, repaired or reconstructed, provided that a complete building permit application for the replacement, reparation or reconstruction is submitted within 12 months of the damage or destruction, the degree of nonconformity is not increased beyond that which previously existed, and no additional dwelling units result.
(`61 Code, § 25.17.9) (Ord. 915, passed 6-20-2000)