In interpreting and applying provisions of this chapter, they shall be held to be minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, comfort, morals, convenience, and general welfare. However, they are not intended to interfere with, abrogate, or annul any easements, covenants, or other agreements between parties; nor any ordinances, rules, regulations, or permits previously adopted or issued, and not in conflict with any of the provisions hereof, or which shall be adopted or provided; except that where these provisions impose a greater restriction upon the use of buildings or land, or upon the height of buildings, or requires larger open spaces or greater lot area per family than are required by or imposed by such easements, covenants, or agreements between parties, or by the ordinances, rules, regulations, or permits, the provisions hereof shall control.
(1985 Code, § 8-1-3) (Ord. passed 3-25-1957)