10-4A-6 Legal Non-Conforming Lots and Structures

1. Lots within approved subdivisions that were legally created prior to the application of the zone shall not be denied a building permit solely due to noncompliance with the parcel size, dimensions, or other lot requirements specified in this Article. Any other lot or parcel must comply with the current zoning regulations before a building permit may be issued. All other applicable building and zoning requirements must be met. 2. In the event that a legal non-conforming structure (including buildings, signs, or other structures) is damaged or destroyed by fire, natural disaster, or other causes beyond the owner's control, the owner may submit an application to replace the damaged structure within one (1) year of the event. The application may be approved provided that the replacement structure and use does not increase the degree of nonconformity. The replacement structure may be modified to reduce the degree of nonconformity, even if it does not bring the structure into full compliance with existing zoning regulations. 3. All applications for replacement of damaged structures must be reviewed and approved in accordance with the procedures established by the City. The City reserves the right to impose conditions or modifications to ensure that the replacement structure meets the intent of this Article and other applicable regulations. 4. This provision applies only to legal non-conforming uses and structures, as defined by this Article. Unauthorized or illegal non-conforming uses and structures are not eligible for replacement under this provision