§ 47-3.2. Nonconforming structure.

A.

Generally. A nonconforming structure is any structure which is in compliance with the zoning regulations applicable at the time the structure was established and for which all required permits were issued, which structure would be prohibited, restricted, or would otherwise not conform to the ULDR. Nonconforming structures shall include those structures which do not comply with the yard, lot coverage, height or any other structural restrictions of the ULDR with the exception of regulations relating to parking facilities or vehicular use areas.

B.

Continuation of a nonconforming structure. A nonconforming structure may continue in existence subject to the following:

1.

A nonconforming structure may not be enlarged or altered in a way which increases its nonconformity, but a nonconforming structure may be altered to decrease its nonconformity.

2.

An addition may be made to a nonconforming structure provided that the addition meets all current ULDR requirements except an addition described in Sec. 47-3.2.B.3.

3.

In R-zoned districts where the minimum side yard requirement for an existing building is less than specified for the district, but not less than five (5) feet, and where the building is designed and the foundation is built for additional floors, additional floors may be added with the same yard provided that the total height does not exceed the height permitted in the zoning district and all other provisions of the ULDR are met.

(Ord. No. C-97-19, § 1(47-3.2), 6-18-97)