A. Applicability: A legal nonconforming lot of record is a lot of record that at one time conformed to applicable zoning regulations, but no longer conforms due to subsequent amendments to this title.
B. Contiguous Nonconforming Lots Of Record: If two (2) or more contiguous lots of record are owned by a single party, or by related parties, and one or more of the lots does not meet the requirements for lot area or lot width as established by this title, then the lots of record shall be developed as a single entity.
C. Nonconforming Residential Lots Of Record: Any lawfully created lot of record as of the effective date of this title that is located in a Residential District, that has no substantial structure upon it, and is legal nonconforming may be used for a single-family detached dwelling without elimination of the nonconformity provided the residence meets the underlying zoning district's setback requirements.
D. Lots Or Parcels Deemed Conforming: Lots or parcels created as a result of the following actions are deemed conforming for the purposes of this title:
1. When land area is acquired by a government agency for expansion of right-of-way
2. When the action of waterways that forms the boundaries of a lot reduce the lot area.
3. When property lines are established by a court order in order to settle a boundary dispute between adjacent property owners.
(Ord. 21-3, 1-18-2021)