Gilmer County |
Code of Ordinances |
SubPart 2. LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE |
Chapter 62. ADMINISTRATION |
Article II. LAND USE ORDINANCE |
Division 4. NONCONFORMING LOTS, BUILDINGS AND USES |
§ 62-94. Discontinuance of a nonconforming use [grandfathering clause].
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Land or structures subject to a "grand fathered" or otherwise authorized nonconforming use shall, at the option of a new owner or transferee, either: a) retain its authorized nonconforming use, or b) revert to a use specifically permitted in the zoned district. In the event that a nonconforming use is discontinued for a period of 12 months, any new use established thereafter shall be in conformance with the uses allowed in the current and applicable land use district.
(Res. No. 05-97, Art. 4 § 404, 8-25-2005)