7A - Review of Non-conforming Structure Ordinance

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E. The total footprint of the structure, once the addition is completed, shall not exceed 2,500 square feet, including decks, porches,patios and other projections. F. For reasons of structural integrity, a basement may be allowed under the addition only where a basement exists in the original structure. G. Additional screening is provided to screen the addition as viewed from adjacent properties,public roads and the surface water. H. A stormwater management plan is implemented that directs stormwater away from adjacent properties and surface waters. I. The height of the addition shall not exceed the height of the existing structure. J. Beyond minor alterations needed to accommodate the addition,no structural modifications shall be made to the original structure. K. No permits shall be granted under this provision for homes constructed after July 1, 1995 or where a previous variance has \... been approved. L. All other provisions of this Chapter must be complied with. 4. A lawful,non-conforming use may be changed to lessen the non- conformity of use. Once a non-conforming use has been changed, it shall not thereafter be altered to increase the non-conformity. 5. Sewage treatment systems shall be upgraded to a conforming status in conformance with the following schedule: A. Upon issuance of any permit or variance for any improvement on, or use of, the property. B. Upon determination that leakage to the surface or lake or into an adjacent well is occurring, or determination that the system is discharging into the ground at an elevation less than 3 feet above the highest known watertable. C. Upon determination by Zoning Administrator that a system is inadequate for a change in occupation or use in the structure. D. Upon notice by the Zoning Administrator that the City's records Pequot Lakes Staff Report 7(a)-2 October 20,2011