The following regulations define the legal status of lots, uses of land, structures, and uses of structures and land in combination which do not conform to this Zoning Ordinance but which existed or were in operation prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, or amendments thereto. The legitimate interest of those who lawfully established these nonconformities are herein recognized by providing for their continuance, subject to regulations limiting their completion, restoration, reconstruction, extension, and substitution. Nevertheless, while it is the intent of this Ordinance that such nonconformities be allowed to continue until removed, they should not be encouraged to survive. Accordingly, the completion, restoration, reconstruction, extension or substitution of nonconformities shall be subject to these regulations and shall be allowed upon review and approval by the Planning Commission except as specifically provided for in the Zoning Ordinance.
(Ord. 3-95. Passed 1-17-95.)