B. - Nonconforming Structures

B. NONCONFORMING STRUCTURES

1. Continuance of nonconforming structures.

Except as hereinafter provided, any nonconforming structure may be occupied and operated and maintained in a state of good repair.

2. Enlargement or extension of nonconforming structures.

A nonconforming structure in which a nonconforming use is operated shall not be enlarged or extended; a nonconforming structure in which only permitted areas are operated may be enlarged or extended if the enlargement or extension can be made in compliance with all of the provisions of this ordinance established for structures in the district in which the nonconforming structure is located.

3. Restoration of damaged nonconforming structures.

A nonconforming structure damaged in any manner and from any cause whatsoever to the extent of not more than seventy-five (75) percent of its replacement cost may be restored, provided restoration is begun within one (1) year and completed within two (2) years of the date of the damage; provided, further, that any structure so restored shall conform to the height, building site area, and yard requirements of the district in which it is located and to the off-street parking requirements and the off-street loading requirements of this ordinance.

4. Restoration of obsolete nonconforming structures.

A nonconforming structure which becomes obsolete or substandard under any applicable ordinance and for which the cost of placing such structure is lawful compliance with the applicable ordinance exceeds fifty (50) percent of the replacement cost shall be moved.