2026-031 - Amendments to Exhibit 9B, Zoning Ordinance, including Section 15 Nonconforming Uses and Structures, and related provisions, to allow limited reinvestment, modernization, reconstruct

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For purposes of this subsection, all additions approved after the effective date of this ordinance shall be aggregated in determining compliance with the thirty-five percent (35%) limitation. "C. Improvements Encouraging Conformity. Improvements that reduce, eliminate, or lessen existing nonconformities shall be encouraged and may be approved notwithstanding the limitations of subsection B when the Building Official determines that the improvement results in greater compliance with current zoning regulations. "Examples include: 1. Relocation of structures to improve setback compliance; 2. Removal of encroachments; 3. Drainage improvements; 4. Accessibility improvements required by age or disability; 5. Reconstruction that reduces the degree of nonconformity. "D. Limitations. "Nothing in this section shall: 1. Authorize expansion of a nonconforming commercial, industrial, or multifamily use; 2. Authorize creation of additional dwelling units; 3. Authorize any use prohibited within the zoning district; 4. Eliminate the requirement to obtain all necessary permits and approvals; 5. Establish a vested right to future expansions. "E. Appeals. "Any determination of the Building Official under this section may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment in accordance with the provisions of this ordinance." Section 3. That all provisions of the ordinances of the City of Paris, Texas in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed, and all other provisions of the ordinances of the City of Paris not in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance shall remain in full force and effect. Section 4. That the repeal of any ordinance or part of ordinances affected by the enactment of this ordinance shall not be construed as abandoning any action now pending under or by virtue of such ordinance or as discontinuing, abating, modifying, or altering any penalty accruing or to accrue, or as affecting any rights of the municipality under any section or provisions of any ordinance at the time of passage of this ordinance.