A. A nonconforming use of land or a structure shall not be enlarged to occupy a greater or different area than occupied when the use became nonconforming nor may the use be changed to a different prohibited use or altered in a way which increases its nonconformity. An alteration increases the nonconformity if it increases the negative impact of the use on neighboring property. An increase in the intensity, volume or period of the use may cause an increase in the nonconformity.

B. Should a nonconforming structure be damaged by any means to an extent of more than seventy-five (75) percent of its replacement cost at the time of destruction, it shall not be reconstructed except in conformity with the provisions of this title.

C. A structure that is nonconforming because of an encroachment into a required setback or yard area or because it exceeds a floor area ratio, or similar restriction may not be expanded in any manner that increases the area, depth, height or volume of the part of the structure within the prohibited area or space or in any other manner that increases the nonconformity. The conforming part of a structure may be enlarged so long as the addition to the structure conforms to all the requirements of this title.

D. A nonconforming use that ceases for twelve (12) continuous months may not be continued or reestablished. [Ord. 01-05 § 8.]