(a) In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this Zoning Code shall be the minimum requirements adopted for the promotion of the public health, safety, morals, convenience, order, prosperity and general welfare.
(b) It is not intended by this Zoning Code to repeal, abrogate, annul or in any way impair or interfere with any existing provisions of law or ordinance, or any rules, regulations or permits previously adopted or issued pursuant to law, relating to the use of buildings and land; provided, however, where this Zoning Code imposes a greater restriction on the use of buildings or premises, or on the heights of buildings, or requires larger yards, courts or other open spaces, than are imposed or required by such existing provisions of law or ordinance, or by such rules, regulations or permits, the provisions of this Zoning Code shall prevail and control.
(c) All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this Zoning Code or inconsistent with the provisions of this Zoning Code are hereby repealed to the extent necessary to give this Zoning Code full force and effect. This Zoning Code shall become effective on the date of passage and adoption by City Council as provided by law.
(d) No building, structure or land shall hereafter be used or occupied, and no building or structure or part thereof shall hereafter be erected, constructed, reconstructed, moved or altered except in conformity with all of the regulations herein specified for the zone or district in which it is located.
(e) City-owned rights-of-way and essential services, shall not be subject to the provisions of this Zoning Code.
(Ord. A-3075. Passed 1-24-22.)