Any lawful structure which exists on the date of the enactment or amendment of this chapter, but which could not be erected under the terms of this chapter because of restrictions on lot size, height, setbacks, lot coverage, or other characteristics of the structure, or its location on the lot, may lawfully remain, subject to the following provisions.
(A) Enlargement, alterations. No such structure shall be enlarged or altered in any way which increases its non-conformity.
(B) Relocation. No such structure shall be relocated unless, after relocation, it will conform to all the regulations of the district in which it is located.
(C) Reconstruction. Any structure (residential, commercial or industrial) destroyed or damaged may be reconstructed provided it meets the following regulations:
(1) The new structure shall not exceed the square footage of the original structure;
(2) The setback requirements of the new structure shall not be less than the setback of the original structure; and
(3) Construction of the new structure must begin within one (1) year from the date the damage or destruction occurred.
(Ord. passed - - )