C. - Nonconforming uses of land.

When at the time of passage of this appendix lawful use of land exists which would not be permitted by the regulations imposed by this appendix, the use may be continued so long as it remains otherwise lawful, provided:

(1)

No such nonconforming use shall be enlarged, increased or extended to occupy a greater area of land than was occupied at the effective date of adoption or amendment of this appendix.

(2)

If said use is destroyed or abandoned for six (6) consecutive months, the use shall be considered discontinued and shall not be re-established unless in conformance with the regulations of the district in which it is located. Destruction for the purpose of this subsection is defined as damage to an extent of more than fifty (50) percent of the replacement cost at the time of destruction.