A non-conforming use of a building or land which has been abandoned shall not thereafter be returned to such non-conforming use. A non-conforming use shall be considered abandoned as follows:
(a) When the intent of the owner to discontinue the use is apparent; or
(b) When the characteristic equipment and furnishings of the non-conforming use have been removed from the premises and have not been replaced by similar equipment within ninety (90) days, unless other facts show intention to resume the non- conforming use; or
(c) When a non-conforming use has been discontinued for a period of six (6) months; or
(d) When it has been replaced by a conforming use; or
(e) When it has been changed to another use under permit from the Planning Commission.
(Ord. 9-3-68.)