(A) Within the districts established by this chapter or by amendments that may later be adopted, there may exist lots, premises, structures, and uses which were lawful before this chapter, or by amendment thereto, was effective, but which would be prohibited, regulated, or restricted under the provisions of this chapter or future amendment.
(B) These are commonly known as non-conforming uses, structures, and the like, and are herein referred to under the general term NON-CONFORMITIES.
(Prior Code, 7 TCC 1-35(a))