Within the districts established by this Zoning Code, or by amendments thereto which may later be adopted, lots, uses of land, buildings, and uses of buildings and land in combination exist which were lawful before this Code was passed or amended, but which are prohibited, regulated or restricted under the terms of this Code. The legitimate interest of those who lawfully established these nonconformities are herein recognized by providing for their continuance, subject to regulations limiting their completion, restoration, reconstruction, extension and substitution. Nevertheless, while it is the intent of this Code that such nonconformities be allowed to continue until removed, they should not be encouraged to survive. Accordingly, the completion, restoration, reconstruction, extension or substitution of nonconformities shall be subject to the regulations and conditions of this Title, as well as to any specific regulations or conditions governing nonconformities contained elsewhere in this Code.
(Ord. 20-2012. Passed 5-21-12.)