ARTICLE XVIII: NON-CONFORMING USES

18.10   Intent:  It is the intent of this article to regulate non-conforming uses of structures and lots and to provide for their gradual elimination.

18.20   Non-Conforming Uses:  Any lawful use of a structure or lot existing at the time of adoption of this ordinance may be continued although such use does not conform to the provisions of this ordinance for so long as it remains lawful, subject to the provisions of this article.

18.30   Conditions:  The following conditions shall govern the continuance of non-conforming uses:
A.         No non-conforming use shall be enlarged, increased, extended or moved unless the use is changed to one permitted pursuant to the provisions of this ordinance.
            B.         Any non-structural repairs and incidental alterations for normal maintenance may be made.  Structural alterations required by law or ordinance shall be allowed.
C.         Any non-conforming use may be extended throughout any parts of the building which were manifestly arranged or designed for such use at the time of adoption or amendment of this ordinance, but no such use shall be extended to occupy any land outside such building.
            D.         Upon discontinuance or abandonment of said use for a period of six (6) consecutive months, or for eighteen (18) months during any three-year period, no use shall be made except as in conformance with the regulations of the district within which it is located.
            E.         Any structure which has been substantially destroyed by any means may be reconstructed according to original footprint and size at the time of the disaster provided it is a requirement of the mortgage or insurance company.  If the owner wishes to rebuild damaged properties not required by the mortgage or insurance company, the owner shall apply to the planning commission for a conditional use/variance permit.
18.40   Change of Use:  Any non-conforming use may not be changed to another non-conforming use.