Appendix 1504. Nonconforming open uses of land.

A nonconforming open use of land is an open use on a lot when the only buildings are incidental and accessory to the principal open use which was in existence prior to the adoption of this ordinance and which would not be permitted by this ordinance in the district in which it is located. Uses such as storage yards, used car lots, auto wrecking, salvage yards, golf driving ranges, rifle ranges and miniature golf courses are examples of open uses. A legally established nonconforming open use of land may be continued but is subject to the following limitations:

1504.1. A nonconforming open use of land may only be changed to a conforming use; however, it may not later be used for any nonconforming use.

1504.2. A nonconforming use of land that is discontinued for more than six months may not be reestablished and all subsequent uses of the site must be in conformance with the particular district regulations. Any vacancy or nonuse of the land regardless of the intent of the owner or tenant will be considered a discontinuance for the purposes of this requirement.

1504.3. A nonconforming open use of land may not be enlarged to cover more land than it occupied when it became nonconforming.