In interpreting and applying the provisions of these regulations, they shall be held to be the minimum requirements adopted for the promotion of the public health, safety, comfort, convenience and general health. Except as provided in § 153.016 of these regulations, these regulations shall not repeal, abrogate, annul or in any other way impair or interfere with any existing provisions of law or ordinance or any rules or regulations previously adopted or issued or which shall be adopted or issued pursuant to law relating to the use of buildings or premises. Where these regulations impose a greater restriction upon the use of buildings or premises or upon the height of buildings or require larger lots or yards than are imposed or required by existing provisions of law or ordinance by rules or regulations the provisions of these regulations shall control.
(Ord. 1227-98, passed 1-12-1999)