(a) Existing Structures. The provisions of this section do not require any changes or improvements to be made to lawfully existing structures. However, when an improvement is made to any existing structure, the provisions of Section 1713.07(b) shall apply.
(b) Improvements. The following provisions shall apply whenever any improvement is made to an existing structure located within any Identified Floodplain Area:
(1) No expansion or enlargement of an existing structure shall be allowed within any Floodway Area/District that would cause any increase in BFE.
(2) No expansion or enlargement of an existing structure shall be allowed within AE Area/District without floodway that would, together with all other existing and anticipated development, increase the BFE more than one (1) foot at any point.
(3) Any modification, alteration, reconstruction, or improvement of any kind to an existing structure to an extent or amount of fifty (50) percent or more of its market value, shall constitute a substantial improvement and shall be undertaken only in full compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance.
(4) The above activity shall also address the requirements of the 34 PA Code, as amended and the 2009 IBC and the 2009 IRC or most recent revision thereof adopted by the State of Pennsylvania.
(5) Within any Floodway Area/District (See 1713.04(b)), no new construction or development shall be allowed, unless the appropriate permit is obtained from the Department of Environmental Protection Regional Office.
(6) Within any AE Area/District without Floodway (See 1713.04(b)(2)), no new construction or development shall be located within the area measured fifty (50) feet landward from the top-of-bank of any watercourse, unless the appropriate permit is obtained from the Department of Environmental Protection Regional Office.
(Ord. 27-2015. Passed 10-20-15.)