[CC 1988 §29-75; Ord.
No. 2788 §4, 10-21-1985]
A lawful use of land existing at the time of passage of this
Article, or annexed thereafter, may be continued although such use
does not conform to the provisions hereof. If such non-conforming
use is discontinued for a continuous period of six (6) months, any
future use of such premises shall be in conformity with the provisions
of this Article.
[CC 1988 §29-76; Ord.
No. 2788 §4, 10-21-1985]
A. Any
lawful building or use of a building existing at the time of passage
or amendment of this Article may be continued even though such use
does not conform with the provisions of this Article, provided that:
1. Such use may not be extended throughout the building.
2. No structural alterations or extensions are made in the building
except those required by law or ordinance.
3. If such building remains idle or unused for a continuous period of
six (6) months whether or not the equipment or fixtures are removed,
the use of said building shall thereafter conform to the use regulations
of the district in which it is located.
4. Repairs and alterations may be made to a non-conforming building
provided that no structural alterations or extensions shall be made
except those required by law or ordinance, unless the building is
changed to a conforming use.
5. If the building is damaged by fire or explosion, act of God or the
public enemy to the extent of more than fifty-one percent (51%) of
its market value immediately prior to the time of damage, it shall
not be restored, except in conformity with the district regulations
of the district in which the building is situated. If the building
is damaged between twenty percent (20%) and fifty percent (50%) of
its market value, it may be restored if the Board of Adjustment finds
some compelling necessity requiring the continuance of the non-conformity.
6. Where a lot of record, as of October 2, 1961, has less area or width
than herein required in the district in which it is located, and the
owner of such lot does not own any other parcel or tract adjacent
thereto, such lot may be used for a one-family dwelling or any other
non-dwelling use permitted in the district in which it is located.