A. 
These standards shall apply to all modifications or additions to any nonconforming access that was lawful before the passage of this chapter or any amendment thereto.
B. 
The existing lawful access that is not in conformity with the provisions of this chapter may continue subject to the following conditions:
(1) 
No modifications or additions to a nonconforming access shall be permitted unless they comply with this chapter.
(2) 
If a nonconforming access is discontinued for 12 consecutive months, it is no longer permitted, and any future access use shall conform to the applicable requirements of this chapter.
(3) 
The County Highway Department shall keep a record that lists all nonconforming accesses.
(4) 
Inspection by the Highway Department of existing access to determine compliance status for issuance or nonissuance of a certificate of compliance.