Whenever a nonconforming use which does not conform with the regulations for the zone district in which it is located, or a nonconforming structure or site improvement which does not conform with the requirements for setbacks, height, density control, building bulk control or site coverage is destroyed by fire or other calamity, by act of God or by the public enemy, its use may be resumed or the structure may be restored, provided the restoration is commenced within one year and diligently pursued to completion. All new construction must conform to the applicable adopted building codes, fire codes and other relevant codes regarding safety and construction which are in effect at the time rebuilding is proposed.
(Ord. 8(1973) § 20.900; Ord. 35(1981) § 1; Ord. 39(1982) § 1; Ord. 31(2001) § 12; Ord. 29(2005) §40)