18A.70.090 Restoration Standards for Damaged or Destroyed Nonconforming Structures and Uses.
A. Any nonconforming structure damaged or destroyed by fire, explosion, wind, flood, earthquake, or other calamity may be completely restored or reconstructed. Damaged or destroyed nonconforming structures must be restored under the following provisions:
1. Restoration or reconstruction shall not serve to extend or increase the nonconformance of the original structure or use except as provided by PCC 18A.70.040, Expansion Standards, and PCC 18A.70.060, Nonconforming Structures Standards.
2. Permits shall be applied for within one year of damage. Restoration or reconstruction must be substantially completed within 18 months of permit issuance. When deemed reasonable and necessary, the Examiner may grant a time extension through an Appeal of an Administrative Decision.