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Any structure or use existing upon the effective date of the adoption of this chapter which does not conform to the provisions of this chapter may be continued, subject to the following conditions: (A) The nonconforming use is not expanded or enlarged, except in conformity with the provisions of this chapter; . . . (B) If a nonconforming use is discontinued or a nonconforming structure is abandoned for a period of 12 months, further use of the structure or property must conform to this chapter; (C) If a nonconforming use is replaced by another use, the new use shall conform to this chapter; (D) If a nonconforming use or structure is damaged by any cause to the extent that repair or replacement costs exceed 50% of the market value, the use or structure may not be replaced or repaired except in conformity with this chapter; and (E) Normal maintenance of a nonconforming structure is permitted, including necessary nonstructural repairs and incidental alterations, which do not extend or intensify the nonconforming use. Include new ordinance #89. ~ 154.017 HOME OCCUPATIONS. -_.-- -"- -- - - -- ---- - --. - --- -_.- - -- -- ---, ----. ----. --- ~-_. ----- ---~~::=,--~~-.::...="""'.~-~-~~~~c-~-_ _-"____ __ _ __ ~ __ __ _ _ _ __ _ __ __ _ ___ ______...__ Home occupations in the city must meet the following criteria: (A) Home occupations shall be conducted solely by persons residing in the residence with the exception of no more than 1 additional nonrelated employee; (B) All business activities and storage shall take place within the structure; (C) There shall be no alteration to the exterior of the residential dwelling, accessory building or yard that in any way alters the residential character of the premises; (D) Conformance with the sign regulations as set forth in this code; (E) The occupation shall not be visible or audible from any property line; (F) The occupation may involve limited retail sale or rental of products on the premises, provided all stock-in-trade is completely enclosed in the principal structure. Retail merchandise may not constitute more than 50% of the principal structure square footage; (G) Unless completely enclosed within an approved structure, no vehicle used in the conduct of the occupation shall be parked, stored .or otherwise present at the premises other than as is customarily used for domestic or household purposes; (H) Only on-site off-street parking facilities typically associated with a residence shall be used; and (I) The conduct of an occupation or the use of substances which may be hazardous to or in any way jeopardize the health, safety or welfare of neighbors and neighboring property shall not be permitted. Cross-reference: Outside storage as nuisance, see S 91 16