§ 21-238. Rebuilding damaged or destroyed nonconforming towers or antennas.

Notwithstanding the requirements of this section, legally nonconforming communication towers or antennas that are damaged or destroyed may be rebuilt without having to first obtain special approval, and without having to meet the separation requirements specified in this section. The type, height and location of the tower on-site shall be the same type and intensity as the original facility. Building permits to rebuild the facility shall comply with applicable building codes and shall be obtained within one hundred eighty (180) days from the date the facility is damaged or destroyed. If no permit is obtained, or said permit expires, the communication tower or antenna shall be deemed abandoned as specified in this section.

(Ord. No. O-00-09, Art. 3 (3.11.03.08), 4-24-00; Ord. No. O-01-55, § 6, 10-8-01)