(A) A nonconforming situation occurs when, on the effective date of the UDO, an existing lot or structure or use of an existing lot or structure does not conform to one or more of the regulations applicable to the district in which the lot or structure is located. Among other possibilities, a nonconforming situation may arise because a lot does not meet minimum acreage requirements, because structures exceed maximum height limitations, because the relationship between existing buildings and the land (in such matter as density and setback requirement) is not in conformity with the UDO, because signs do not meet the requirements of the UDO, or because land or buildings are used for purposes made unlawful by the UDO.
(B) Unless otherwise specifically provided for in Chapter 154 for specific districts, as well as other chapters of the city code of ordinances, and subject to the restrictions and qualifications set forth in the remaining sections of this chapter, nonconforming situations that were otherwise lawful on the effective date of the UDO may be continued.
(C) Whenever the UDO refers to the effective date of the UDO, the reference shall be deemed to include the effective date of any amendments to the UDO if the amendment, rather than the UDO as originally adopted, creates a nonconforming situation.
(Ord. passed 7-25-2011)