§ 400-96
Destruction
- A. If a lawful nonconforming use is destroyed by reason of fire, accident or by act of God, such use may be reconstructed or replaced, provided such reconstruction or replacement is in the same location and does not exceed the destroyed building or use in total floor area or used land area.
- B. If a lawful nonconforming use is demolished at the direction of the owner, such use may not be reestablished without a special use permit from the Zoning Board of Review, which must be applied within one year from the date of demolition. Nothing in this chapter shall prevent or be construed to prevent the performance of normal maintenance work or work necessary to comply with safety codes on a lawful nonconforming use.
[Amended 5-18-2021]