When interpreting and applying the provisions of this chapter, they shall be held to be the minimum requirements adopted for the promotion of the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare. Except as specifically herein provided, it is not intended by the adoption of this chapter to repeal, abrogate, annul, or in any way to impair or interfere with any existing provision of any law or ordinance, or any rules, regulations, or permits previously adopted or issued, or which shall be adopted or issued pursuant to law relating to the erection, construction, establishment, moving, alteration, or enlargement of any building or improvement; nor is it intended by this chapter to interfere with, abrogate, or annul any easement, covenant, or other agreement between parties; provided, however, that in cases in which this chapter imposes more stringent requirements, regulations, restrictions, or limitations on the erection, construction, establishment, moving, alteration, or enlargement of buildings or the use of any such buildings or premises in the several zones or any of them than is imposed by or required by existing provisions of law or ordinance or by such rules, regulations, or permits or by such easements, covenants, or agreements, the provisions of this chapter shall control.
('61 Code, § 10-3.401) (Ord. 231 N.S., passed - - )