(A) Reconstruction or repair can result in a complete removal or teardown of a structure provided the reconstruction or restoration work does not increase the footprint of the existing structure.
(B) All such restoration must be started within a period of one year of the time of such damage and diligently pursued to completion. The Zoning Board of Appeals may extend the period of time for restoration of any such building or structure when a bona fide emergency renders it impossible to make the restoration of the building or structure within the required time period. No fee shall be charged for an appeal to the Zoning Board of Appeals under the provisions of this section. Any basements, large holes, etc. remaining on the site after removal of the structure shall be filled in and leveled within 90 days of removal of the structure.
(C) Residential structures in the commercial district are exempt from these requirements.
(D) Residential structures undergoing reconstruction or restoration for purposes of providing handicapped facilities are exempt from these requirements.
(Ord. passed 11-16-2020)