§ 56-180. Continuance of nonconforming building or use.  


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  • Any structure or use of land existing at the time of the enactment or subsequent amendment of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived, but not in conformity with its use regulations and provisions, may be continued with the following limitations:

    (1)

    It shall not be changed to another nonconforming use.

    (2)

    It shall not be reestablished after discontinuance or abandonment for one year.

    (3)

    It shall not be extended, except in conformity with these regulations.

    (4)

    Nonresidential buildings shall not be rebuilt, altered or repaired after damage exceeding 75 percent of the fair sale value of the building immediately prior to damage.

    (5)

    It shall not be allowed to continue if it involves junk, salvage materials, inoperable vehicles, and the storage thereof unless enclosed or completely screened from passing publics view. Properties in violation of this section shall have a six month period from the date of the adoption of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived to come into compliance.

(Ord. of 8-28-2007(1), § 112)