§ 7-4. Reconstruction of damaged or destroyed structures.

This Ordinance applies to all new construction. Any existing structures, sheds, out buildings, etc. will be allowed to be rebuilt on existing building footprint; however at such time, the structure, must comply with local Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and FEMA requirements. Substantially damaged structures, as defined by the County Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance (damaged more than 50% structural value), could be rebuilt in the existing building footprint. At the time the structure(s) is rebuilt, the landowner(s) is encouraged to comply with this Ordinance to protect the existing areas of environmental concern. In order to rebuild on the existing building footprint, a complete application must be submitted within two years from the date the structure was damaged or destroyed. If deemed incomplete due to the need for additional technical information, the applicant shall have no longer than 90 days to supply that information to the Planning Department or the application will be null and void.