A building or other structure existing lawfully at the time this Zoning Code, or any amendment thereto, became or becomes effective, but which does not conform to area or width of lot, yard dimensions, lot coverage, height of building or other regulations of the district in which it is located, is a lawful, nonconforming building or structure. A nonconforming building or structure does not include nonconformity with regulations pursuant to a legally-granted variance from a zoning restriction. A nonconforming building or structure may continue to be used or occupied by a use permitted in the district in which it is located so long as it remains otherwise lawful and does not constitute a public nuisance, subject to the following provisions:
(a) Maintenance and Repair. A nonconforming building or structure may continue to be used, maintained and repaired provided, however, no structural parts shall be replaced except when required by law to restore such building or structure to a safe condition or to make the building or structure conform to the regulations of the district in which it is located.
(b) Additions. A nonconforming building or structure shall not be altered, added to or enlarged unless the additions or alterations to the original building or structure conform to the regulations of the district in which it is located.
(c) Moving. A nonconforming building or structure shall not be moved in whole or in part to any other location on the lot or to another premises unless the building or structure is made to conform to all regulations of the district in which it is to be located.
(d) Change in Principal Use of Building. The principal use of a nonconforming building may be changed to any other use permitted in the district in which it is located so long as the new use complies with all regulations of this Zoning Code specified for such use.
(e) Restoration of Damaged Building or Structure. If a nonconforming building or structure is damaged or destroyed by any cause such nonconforming building or structure may be restored to the original footprint and floor area, provided such restoration is started within a period of one year from the date of damage or destruction. Restorations that exceed the original footprint and/or floor area shall comply with subsection (b) hereof. If such a building is occupied by a nonconforming use prior to such damage, such use may be continued.
(Ord. 2020-21. Passed 2-18-20.)