Nonconformities will be classified as "legal" or "illegal" based on the following guidelines. Regulation of nonconformities will vary based on their legality:
(A) Illegal nonconformities are those that have been developed in conflict with zoning regulations.
(B) Legal nonconformities are those that meet each applicable criterion listed below. Note that temporary signs are not considered legal nonconforming structures.
(1) The nonconformity existed legally before the effective date of this chapter.
(2) The nonconformity complied with the district regulations of the previous zoning ordinance or existed legally through a special use permit or variance.
(3) Nonconforming setback or lot size only. The nonconformity resulted from land acquisition by a government agency, such as for a road right-of-way.
(4) Nonconforming buildings or structures only. The building or structure does not extend into a public right-of-way, or over a neighboring property line.
(Ord. passed 11-16-2020)