A nonconforming building or structure which is damaged, partially destroyed by fire, flood, wind, earthquake, or other calamity, or act of God or the public enemy, may be restored, and the occupancy or use of such building, structure, or part thereof, which existed at the time of such partial destruction may be continued or resumed; provided, that such restoration is started within a period of 180 days and is diligently prosecuted to completion.
(Prior Code, § 60.12) (Ord. 2-92, passed - -1992)