If a nonconforming building or structure is damaged or destroyed by fire, explosion or natural disaster, it may be rebuilt or restored and the nonconforming use continued, provided that:

- A. The reconstructed building is no larger in volume or footprint than before being destroyed or damaged.
- B. The reconstructed building does not result in an increase in the degree of nonconformity.
- C. The reconstruction is commenced within one year after occurrence of the damage and is actively pursued until completion.
- D. Where reconstruction can be accomplished so as to result in greater conformity with this chapter, then it shall be so done.

(Ord. of 2-3-2025(1), § 1(Exh. A))

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