The lawful use of land existing upon the effective date of this chapter although such use does not conform to the provisions hereof may be continued, subject to the provisions hereof.
(1995 Code, sec. 9-180; Ordinance 2024-03-00998 adopted 3/21/2024)
The lawful use of a building existing upon the effective date of this chapter may be continued, only in conformance with these regulations, although such use does not conform to the provisions hereof. Such use may be extended throughout such portions of the buildings as are arranged or designed for such use, provided no structural alterations or extensions, except those required by law or ordinance, are made therein. If such nonconforming building is voluntarily removed, the future use of such premises shall be in conformity with the provisions of this chapter.
(1995 Code, sec. 9-181; Ordinance 2024-03-00998 adopted 3/21/2024)
In the event an existing nonconforming use of any building or premises is voluntarily discontinued for a period of one (1) year, the use shall thereafter conform to the provisions of the district in which it is located.
(1995 Code, sec. 9-182; Ordinance 2024-03-00998 adopted 3/21/2024)
A residential dwelling unit having a lesser floor area at the time of the passage of this chapter than the minimum floor area required for the district in which it is located shall not be construed to be nonconforming.
(1995 Code, sec. 9-183; Ordinance 2024-03-00998 adopted 3/21/2024)
Repairs and alterations may be made to a nonconforming 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.
(1995 Code, sec. 9-184; Ordinance 2024-03-00998 adopted 3/21/2024)
A nonconforming use shall not be extended or rebuilt in case of obsolescence or total destruction by fire or other causes. In the case of partial destruction by fire or other causes not exceeding fifty percent (50%) of its value, the building inspector shall issue a permit for reconstruction. If destruction is greater than fifty percent (50%) of its value, the board of adjustment may grant a permit for repair or replacement after public hearing and having due regard for the property rights of the persons affected when considered in the light of public welfare and the character of the areas surrounding the designated nonconforming use and the purposes of this chapter.
(1995 Code, sec. 9-185; Ordinance 2024-03-00998 adopted 3/21/2024)