§ 807. Repair and Restoration of Nonconforming Buildings and Structures.

807.01. Nothing in this Ordinance shall:

A.

Prevent the continuous maintenance, internal renovations, strengthening, or restoration of any building or structure to a safe and sanitary condition; or

B.

Prevent repairs ordered by a proper authority charged with the duty of protection of health and safety.

807.02. A nonconforming building, structure or use shall not be rebuilt or restored except in conformance with the provisions of this Ordinance after being damaged by natural acts (e.g. fire, wind, flood, etc.) to the extent of fifty (50) percent or more of the appraised value at the time the damage occurred as determined by the Administrative Officer. If a nonconforming building is damaged less than fifty (50) percent of its appraised value at the time of damage it may be rebuilt or restored and used provided the rebuilding or restoration is started within six (6) months following the date of such damage and that restoration work is diligently continued. A request for extension of the start of rebuilding or restoration may be requested of the Planning Commission, provided said request is made within the initial six (6) month period.