§ 19.38.070. Restoration of a damaged structure.  


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  • The restoration of a nonconforming building that is damaged or partially destroyed by fire, explosion, act of God, or of the public enemy to the extent of 50 percent or less shall be permitted; provided, that such restoration is permitted by the building code of the city and is started within one year and diligently pursued to completion. A nonconforming building that is damaged in excess of 50 percent of the building valuation shall not be restored except in full conformity with all the regulations of this title. The proportion of damage or partial destruction shall be based upon the ratio of the estimated cost of restoring the building to its prior condition and to the estimated cost of duplicating the entire structure as it existed prior thereto.

(Ord. No. 934-2015, § 19.38.070, 7-20-2015)