76-567. Nonconforming structures and buildings., Article XIV. Nonconforming Lots, Uses and Structures, Chapter 76. Zoning, Code of Ordinances, Code of Ordinances, Chesterfield

Continuation of structure. Where a lawful structure or building exists at the effective date of adoption or amendment of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived that could not be built under the terms of this chapter by reason of restrictions on area, lot coverage, height, yards, type of structure, or other restrictions of the structure or its location on the lot, such structure may be continued so long as it remains otherwise lawful, subject to the following provisions:

(1)

No such structure may be enlarged or altered in a way which increases its nonconformity. Such structures may be enlarged or altered in a way which does not increase its nonconformity.

(2)

Should such structure or nonconforming portion of the structure be destroyed by any means to an extent of more than 50% of its replacement cost at a time of destruction, it shall not be reconstructed except in conformity with the provisions of this chapter.

(3)

Should such structure be moved for any reason for any distance whatever, it shall thereafter conform to the regulations for the district in which it is located after it is moved.

(4)

Nothing in this chapter shall be deemed to prevent the strengthening or restoring to a safe condition any nonconforming building or structure, or part thereof, declared to be unsafe by any official charged with protecting the public safety, upon order of such official.