Vested rights; defines term 'act of God' to include any natural disaster or phenomena. (HB1680)
Introduced By
Del. Bobby Orrock (R-Thornburg)
Progress
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Description
Vested rights; Act of God. Defines the term "act of God" to include a hurricane, tornado, storm, flood, high water, wind-driven water, tidal wave, earthquake, or fire. Specifies that a fire caused by an individual other than the property owner shall not adversely affect the rights vested in the affected property. Limits the owner's right to repair, rebuild, or replace the building to its original nonconforming condition only if such building is damaged greater than 50 percent. Additionally, the proposed amendment provides that a zoning ordinance may allow for a building or structure covered by this section to be brought in compliance with the Uniform Statewide Building Code in effect at the time of the constructio of such building or structure. Amends § 15.2-2307 (“Vested rights not impaired; nonconforming uses.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »
