(1)

A lawful nonconforming building or structure existing on the effective date of this ordinance that has been damaged or destroyed may be restored to the size, location, and use that it had immediately before the damage or destruction occurred provided that:

(a)

The nonconforming building or structure was damaged or destroyed on or after March 2, 2006, and

(b)

The damage or destruction was caused by violent wind, vandalism, fire, flood, ice, snow, mold, or infestation.

(2)

The size of the restored building or structure may be larger than the size it was immediately before the damage or destruction if necessary for the structure or building to comply with applicable state or federal requirements.