Rules for buildings and uses that already exist

This Article does not mandate the immediate modification of structures and uses lawfully in existence upon the enactment of the ordinance codified in this Article.The requirements of this Article will not be triggered by routine maintenance not requiring a zoning permit.Existing Buildings and Structures. Buildings and structures lawfully in existence upon the enactment of this Article that do not conform to the provisions of this Article are subject to the requirements of Kaua'i County Code Section 8-23.1, "Nonconforming Buildings and Structures." Redevelopment or expansion of the building or structure, where the cost of construction exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the building's replacement cost will be considered new development for the purposes of this Article.Existing Uses. Uses lawfully in existence upon the enactment of this Article that are not consistent with the special planning areas will be allowed to continue on the parcel of record pursuant to Section 8-23.2. Reestablishment of a previously lawful existing use requires a use permit pursuant to Article 8, Chapter 20 of the Kaua'i County Code.