In all zoning districts, the physical expansion of nonconforming uses is permitted as a special exception, subject to the following regulations:
(a) The expansion must be necessary to meet reasonable business or operational needs;
(b) The expansion conforms to all the regulations, other than those pertaining to use, of the district in which the use is located;
(c) The expansion does not injure the health, safety, or public welfare, taking into account such factors as traffic, noise, dust, smoke, odors, fire hazards, illumination, pollution, and electromagnetic interference beyond the property line;
(d) The expansion does not cause inefficiencies in the maintenance of public services such as sewers, water, police and fire protection, transportation, and public schools;
(e) The expansion does not cause overcrowding of the land; and
(f) The expansion does not injure property values in the neighborhood.
(Ord. 998. Passed 12-12-05.)