Nothing in this Zoning Code shall be deemed to require a change in the plans, construction or designated use of any building on which actual construction was lawfully begun prior to the effective date (October 1, 1956) of this Zoning Code and upon which actual building construction has been diligently carried on. Actual construction is defined to be the actual placing of construction materials in their permanent position, fastened in a permanent manner. Further, actual construction on work shall be diligently carried on until the completion of the building involved.
(1982 Code, § 1127.03) (Ord. 56-53. Passed 10-1-1956.)