This subchapter shall not in any way limit or modify the vested rights of any person to complete any development or improvements to lands based upon prior law where a previous permit has been issued, authorization has been granted or final engineering/architectural plans, sealed by an engineer/architect are on file with the city prior to the enactment of this subchapter and where such previous permits, authorization, or plans remain in effect or are continuously processed to permitting. City Council may acknowledge vested rights in other circumstances where it is equitable and just.
('74 Code, § 24-125) (Ord. 89-13, passed 4-27-89)