The following definitions of a nonconforming land use shall apply:
A. Nonconforming development standards:
Development sites and structures are subject to numerous standards, most of which are defined in physical terms and subject to measurement. A nonconforming standard of development occurs when a use or structure that was previously lawful no longer complies with certain standards, either as of the effective date of this title or as a result of subsequent applicable amendments. The applicable development standards are:
1. Lot area per dwelling unit, minimum.
2. Lot coverage, maximum.
3. Location of structures.
4. Separation between buildings, minimum.
5. Setbacks, minimum.
6. Height limits, maximum.
7. Usable open space, minimum.
8. Parking and loading requirements.
9. Landscaped area requirements.
B. Nonconforming sign:
The definition and regulations for a nonconforming sign are contained in Chapter 15.49 of this title.
C. Nonconforming lot:
Nonconforming lot means a specific type of nonconforming land use where the lot does not conform to the district regulations with respect to lot area or lot width or both. See Section 15.64.090.
D. Nonconforming use:
Nonconforming use means the use of land or structures, where the existing use was previously lawful but currently is no longer in compliance with the regulations of the zone in which it is located, either as of the effective date of this title or as a result of subsequent applicable amendments.
(Ord. 3232 (part), 2016; Ord. 2982, 2001).