Except as hereinafter specified (nonconformance), no building, structure or lot may be used except in conformance with these regulations.
(A) Application Of Title: This title shall apply to any change of use of any building or structure or land when the same would amount to reconstruction, extension or structural change.
(B) Exceptions: This title shall not affect any existing lawful buildings or structures, nor land to the extent to which it is lawfully used on the effective date hereof. However, nothing in this title shall prevent the strengthening or restoring of a building, or any part thereof, to make it safe for occupancy or use. (Ord. 64, 11-17-1971)