When a structure exists on a lot at the effective date of this
chapter, or any amendment thereto, and does not conform to the requirements
regarding height, setbacks, yards or lot coverage, said structures
may remain subject to the following:
A. No such structure may be enlarged or structurally altered in a way
that would increase its nonconformity, except through a variance granted
by the Zoning Hearing Board which may authorize reasonable modifications.
B. If a nonconforming structure is totally destroyed by fire or an act
of God, its replacement shall conform to the terms of this chapter.
If less than total destruction takes place, repairs or reconstruction
may be undertaken, provided that such restoration is started within
12 months from the date of damage and prior nonconformities are not
exceeded. (For the purposes of this section, "total destruction" shall
mean the destruction of the structure beyond 75% of the replacement
cost of the structure.)
C. Should a nonconforming structure be moved for any reason, it shall
then conform to the requirements of the zoning district in which it
is located.
D. Nonconforming signs may not be enlarged, added to or replaced by
another nonconforming sign, except that the interchange of poster
panels shall be permitted.
E. Nonconforming signs may be repaired or reconstructed, provided that
no structural alterations are made which increase the gross surface
area of the sign; however, nonconforming signs which are damaged or
destroyed to an extent of more than 75% of their replacement cost
shall not be reconstructed, except in conformity with the provisions
of this chapter.
Nothing in this article shall be deemed to prevent the strengthening
or restoring to a safe condition any structure or part thereof declared
to be unsafe by any relevant regulatory agency or to prevent regular
maintenance of said structures.
The provisions of this article shall not apply to duly certified
national, state or local historical landmarks within Robinson Township.