§ 400-1.55. Definitions.  


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  • Unless otherwise specifically provided or unless clearly required by the context, the words and phrases defined in this Section shall have the meaning set forth in this Section when used in this Article. Words used in this Article, but not defined in this Section, may be defined in Article II of this UDO.
    COST
    The cost of renovation, repair or restoration shall mean the fair-market value of the materials and services necessary to accomplish a renovation, repair or restoration. Cost shall mean the total cost of all intended work, and no person may avoid the intent of this definition by doing the intended work incrementally.
    EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS UDO
    Whenever this UDO refers to the effective date of this UDO, the reference shall include the effective date of any ordinance that amends this UDO, if the ordinance, rather than this UDO as originally adopted, creates a nonconforming situation.
    NONCONFORMING USE
    A primary use of property existing on the effective date of this UDO that occurs when property is used for a purpose or in any manner made unlawful by the use regulations or performance and design standards applicable to the zoning district in which the property is located. The term also refers to the activity that constitutes the use made of the property. The term does not refer to accessory use of property.
    NONCONFORMING STRUCTURE
    A structure that was lawfully constructed prior to the effective date of this UDO, but which could not be constructed under the terms of this UDO by reason of restrictions on area, lot coverage, height, setbacks (yards), location on the lot or other requirements concerning structures.
    STRUCTURAL VALUE
    The then current cost of a structure or its replacement value, if destroyed.
Ord. No. 985, 7-5-2018