The lawful use of a building existing at the time of the passage of this chapter shall not be affected by this chapter, and such use may be extended throughout the building, provided no structural alterations except those required by law, ordinance or ordered by the Zoning Administrator to secure the safety of the building are made therein. If such nonconforming building is removed or the nonconforming use of such building is discontinued for a continuous period of more than 1 year, every future use of such premises shall be in conformity with the provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 39, passed 10-3-2011)