Chapter 25.86 FLOOD PLAIN MANAGEMENT AND OVERLAY ZONES
Section 25.86.160 Nonconforming Uses.
1. A structure or the use of a structure on land which was lawful before the
passage or amendment of this
chapter but which is not now in conformity with the provisions of this chapter may be continued subject
to
the following conditions:
a. If such use is discontinued for twelve consecutive
months, any future use of the building premises
shall conform to this chapter.
b. If any nonconforming use or structure is destroyed
by any means, including floods, to an extent of
50 percent or more of its value prior to destruction, it shall not be reconstructed except in conformity
with
the provisions of this chapter.
c. Uses or adjuncts thereof which are or become nuisances
shall not be entitled to continue as
nonconforming uses.
2. Except as provided in Section 25.86.160-4 any use which has been permitted
as a conditional use or
variance shall be considered a conforming use. (Ord. 2001-0415; 89/T-7348)