1.22.4 Non-Conforming Use of Conforming Buildings

The non-conforming use of any conforming building lawfully existing on the effective date of this Chapter may be continued provided such non-conforming use shall not be expanded or extended into any other portion of the conforming building nor shall any structural alterations except those required by law be made, and if such non-conforming use is discontinued for a continuous period of more than twenty-four (24) months, any future use of such building shall conform to the provisions of the zone in which it is located. A building or structure non-conforming as to use regulations shall not be added to or enlarged in any manner if the expansion involves any structural alteration of the building, except as allowed by a conditional use permit. Subject to the provisions of this code, the use of a building or structure may be expanded if the following standards are met: 1. The expansion of the use will not adversely impact the surrounding properties. 2. The proposed expansion is compatible with surroundings. 3. The site of the proposed expansion conforms to all site development requirements physically possible, given existing site limitations. 4. The proposed expansion shall not create new nonconformity. 5. No expansion of a non-conforming use will be allowed which would extend beyond the original lot or tract of land.