(A) Purpose. This chapter is enacted for the purpose of securing adequate light, pure air, and safety from fire and other dangers; conserving the taxable values of land and buildings throughout the municipality; lessening or avoiding congestion in the public streets; and promoting the public health, safety, comfort, morals, and welfare.
(B) Interpretation and conflict. In interpreting and applying the provisions of this chapter, they shall be held to be the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public safety, health, convenience, comfort, morals, prosperity, and general welfare. It is not intended by this chapter to interfere with nor abrogate or annul any ordinances, rules, regulations, or permits, previously adopted or issued, and not in conflict with any of the provisions of this chapter, or which shall be adopted or issued pursuant to law relating to the use of buildings or premises, and likewise not in conflict with the chapter; nor is it intended by this chapter to interfere with or abrogate or annul any easements, covenants, or other agreements between parties, except that if this chapter imposes a greater restriction, this chapter shall control.
(Ord. 94-1, passed 1-17-1994)