A. Within the zoning districts established by this title or its subsequent amendment, there exist uses, lots, and structures, which were lawful before this title was adopted or amended, but which would now be prohibited, regulated or restricted under the terms of this title or its subsequent amendment. Such nonconformities shall hereafter be considered lawful nonconformities.
B. To avoid undue hardship, nothing in this title shall be deemed to require a change in the plans, construction, or designated use of any building on which actual construction was lawfully begun prior to the adoption or amendment of this title and upon which actual building construction has been carried on diligently.
C. "Actual building construction" is hereby defined to include the placement of construction materials in permanent position and fastened in a permanent manner. (Ord. 52-09, 10-19-2009)