(A) Application of the height control regulations.
(1) New uses or construction. After March 16, 1998, all new construction or use of land shall conform to the height requirements for the district in which it is to be located.
(2) Existing conforming situations. After March 16, 1998, land or structures which then conform to the regulations for the district in which it is located, may be continued, provided that any structural alterations or change in use shall conform with the regulations herein specified.
(3) Existing nonconforming situations. After March, 16, 1998, pre-existing lots, or structures which would be prohibited under the regulations for the district in which it is located shall be considered as nonconforming. Nonconforming structures or uses may be continued, provided they conform to the provisions of this section.
(B) Use restrictions. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this chapter, no use may be made of land or water within any airport zone established by this section in such a manner as to create electrical interference with navigational signals or radio communication between the airport and aircraft, make it difficult for pilots to distinguish between airport lights and others, result in glare in the eyes of pilots using the airport, impair visibility in the vicinity of the airport, create bird strike hazards, or otherwise in any way endanger or interfere with the landing, takeoff, or maneuvering of aircraft intending to use the airport. The owner of any existing nonconforming structure or tree or other vegetation is required to permit the installation, operation, and maintenance thereon of such markers and lights as shall be deemed necessary by the county’s Airport Administrator to indicate to the operators of aircraft in the vicinity of the airport the presence of such airport obstruction. Such markers and lights shall be installed, operated, and maintained at the expense of the county.
(Ord. passed 10-17-2011)