(a) In any zone, where a nonconforming lot exists as a separate entity at the time of passage of the Zoning Ordinance, and when the owner of the nonconforming lot does not own an adjoining lot, then the following development is permitted.
(1) If the lot is located in a Residential District, a single-family dwelling may be constructed on it as a permitted use provided that the lot is at least sixty percent (60%) in compliance with each of the following requirements for the single-family dwelling, as specified in the District in which the lot is located: lot area, lot width, rear yard, side yard and maximum building coverage.
(2) If the lot is located in any remaining district, then a structure not exceeding two stories in height may be constructed on it for a use permitted in the District in which it is located, provided that the lot is at least sixty percent (60%) in compliance with the requirements shown in Section 1349.01
, and provided that the off-street parking and loading requirements of the Zoning Ordinance shall be complied with and that the front, side and rear yards are in keeping with the surrounding area.
(b) All such developments shall be reviewed and approved by the Board of Zoning Appeals prior to the issuance of a permit.
(c) In any case where two or more nonconforming lots with contiguous frontage are in common ownership, the aforesaid lots are considered as one, to be developed as a single parcel. They may not be resubdivided to create nonconforming lots for development or sale.
(12-17-79)