The regulations established by this chapter within each zoning district shall be the minimum regulations for promoting and protecting the public health, safety, and general welfare and shall be uniform for each class of land building, dwellings, and structures throughout each district. Where there are practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships in the way of carrying out the strict letter of this chapter, the Board of Appeals shall have the power in passing on appeals to vary or modify the interpretation of any rules, regulations, or provisions of this chapter so that the intent and purpose of this chapter shall be observed, public safety secured, and substantial justice done. Provided, however, that when any proposed interpretation, in effect, changes the language of this chapter, the Zoning Board of Appeals will first recommend an appropriate amendment to the Planning Commission.
(Prior Code, § 745.07)