The Board of Zoning Appeals shall be the Board of Appeals for this chapter. The Board of Zoning Appeals may adopt from time to time such rules and regulations as it may deem necessary to put into effect the provisions of this chapter. Where practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships will result from the strict compliance with or the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter, the Board shall have the power to grant variances in harmony with the general purpose and intent of this chapter and to secure the general welfare and substantial justice in the promotion of the public health, comfort, convenience, morals, safety and general welfare of the city.
(Ord. 5638, passed 6-1-1965)