Any lot of record/nonconforming lot existing at the effective date of this chapter, and held in separate ownership different from the ownership of adjoining lots, may be used for the erection of a structure conforming to the use regulations of the district in which it is located even though its lot area and width are less than the minimum required by this chapter. If two or more contiguous lots, combination of lots or portions of lots with continuous frontage are in single ownership, and if all or part of the lots do not meet the requirements established for lot width and/or area, the land involved shall be considered an undivided parcel for the purpose of this chapter, and no portion of said parcel shall be sold in a manner which diminishes compliance with lot width and/or area requirements established by this chapter, nor shall any division of any parcel be made which creates a lot with width or area below the requirements stated in this chapter. Where two or more adjacent lots of record with less than the required area and width are held by one owner, on or before the date of enactment of this chapter, the request for a zoning or construction permit shall be referred to the Planning Commission. The Commission may require replatting to fewer lots, which would comply with the minimum requirements of this chapter.
(1980 Code, Ch. 28, Part 5, § 28-502) (Ord. 1419, passed 9-16-2013, § 502)