The purpose of this article is to allow any nonconforming property, use, or structure that was lawfully existing prior to the effective date of this title to continue until they are removed, but not to encourage their continuation. It is further the intent of this article that nonconforming uses shall not expand or extend the nonconforming aspect of the property, use, or structure, unless approved subject to the regulations of section 8-7-5 of this title. (Ord. 389, 6-14-2000)