Grantees of franchises existing as of the effective date of this chapter shall, in addition to all the obligations and duties prescribed by the terms of their existing franchises, be subject to the substantive and procedural requirements herein, except as prohibited by applicable law. Nothing herein is intended to invalidate a lawful, existing franchise or to waive any obligations imposed by such a franchise. Notwithstanding the foregoing, provisions of this chapter that expressly refer to a “franchise granted pursuant to this chapter” shall not apply to franchises initially granted prior to the effective date of this chapter.
(Ord. 678-C.S., passed 4-20-04)