(A) Scope. From and after the effective date of this chapter, the use of all land and every building and the erection or structural alteration of any building or portion of a building in the city shall be in conformity with the provisions of this chapter. Any structure or use lawfully existing at the passage of this chapter but not in conformity with the regulations of the appropriate zoning district may be continued subject to the regulations of § 152.06.
(B) Interpretation. The provisions of this chapter shall be interpreted as the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, morals, convenience, and general welfare. Where the provisions of this chapter impose greater restrictions than those of any statute, other provision of this code of ordinances, or regulation, this chapter shall apply. Where the provisions of any statute, other provision of this code of ordinances, or regulation impose greater restrictions than this chapter, such restrictions shall apply.
(2006 Code, § 11.01)