§ 24-124. Loss of legal status.

A.

A nonconforming use or structure shall lose its legal nonconforming status if:

1.

A nonconforming use has been discontinued for a period of twenty-four (24) consecutive months; or

2.

A nonconforming structure has been vacant for a period of twenty-four (24) consecutive months.

B.

Based on Subsection A above, the Zoning Administrator may determine that a nonconforming use or structure has lost its legal status and shall mail a notice to the property owner and occupant.

C.

The property owner or occupant may appeal the determination of the Zoning Administrator to the Planning Commission within fifteen (15) days of the mailing of the notice. The appeal shall be filed and heard as provided in Article VI, Division 3 (Appeals and Calls for Review).

(Ord. No. 4062, § 1, 9-10-13)