(A) Continuation of lawful nonconforming uses. Any land use lawfully existing on the effective date of this article may continue, subject to the provisions of this section.
(B) Enlarging degree of nonconformance. No nonconforming structure or tree shall be built, replaced, altered, replanted, or allowed to grow to a height that increases the degree of nonconformance or that violates the height limits established by this article.
(C) Damage or destruction.
(1) Should a structure occupied by a lawful nonconforming use be damaged to the extent that the cost of restoration exceeds 50% of the replacement cost of the structure, the nonconforming use shall no longer be permitted.
(2) Any non conforming tree which has been damaged or decayed to the extent of 50% or more shall be removed.
(D) Abandonment. If any structure or property containing a lawful nonconforming use becomes vacant or unused for a continuous period of six months or longer, any subsequent use must conform to all airport zoning regulations.
(E) Unlawful nonconforming uses. These provisions shall not be interpreted as authorization for or approval of the continuation of any structure, use, or tree in violation of any zoning regulations in effect on or before the effective date of this article.
(Ord. 4173, passed - -2015)