A. The following provisions shall apply to all nonconforming structures, as defined by this Chapter, in all zoning districts:
1. Continuation. A nonconforming structure may be sold or otherwise transferred to other owners or may be continued.
2. Structural alteration. No such structure may be enlarged or structurally altered in a way that increases its nonconformity.
3. Damage or destruction. Any nonconforming structure which has been partially or completely damaged or destroyed by fire or other accident or act of God may be rebuilt or repaired on its existing foundation even though such foundation may violate the setback requirements for the zoning district in which the structure is located, provided that the repair or reconstruction and re-occupancy of the structure is initiated and completed within one (1) year of the date of such casualty.
4. Moving. Should a nonconforming structure be moved for any reason for any distance, it shall thereafter conform to the requirements of the zoning district in which it is located.
5. Signs.
(a) Nonconforming signs may be repaired or reconstructed, provided that no structural alterations are made which increase the gross surface area of the sign; however, nonconforming signs which are damaged or destroyed to an extent of more than 75% of their replacement cost at the time of destruction shall not be reconstructed except in conformity with the provisions of this Article.
(b) Nonconforming signs may not be enlarged, added to or replaced by another nonconforming sign, use or structure, except that the interchange of sign face shall be permitted.
