(a) Unless specifically noted otherwise, in interpreting and applying the provisions of this Zoning Code, these provisions shall be considered the minimum requirements necessary for the promotion of the public health, safety, and general welfare. They shall be liberally construed to further the purposes and objectives set forth herein and the purposes and intent of each district as set forth in each district chapter.
(b) Except as specifically provided herein, the provisions of this Zoning Code shall not repeal, abrogate, annul or in any way impair or interfere with any existing deed or plat restrictions, ordinances, laws, rules, or permits previously adopted or issued, and shall not be construed as removing or rendering inoperative any deed or land restriction formerly established by restrictive covenants running with the land, easements, or other agreements between parties.
(c) In cases where this Zoning Code imposes a greater restriction than is imposed or required by such other laws or ordinances, or by such rules and regulations, the provisions of this Zoning Code shall govern. Conversely, other regulations shall govern where they are more restrictive in nature than this Zoning Code.
(d) If the provisions of this Zoning Code are inconsistent with one another, the more restrictive provision shall control.
(e) All prior violations of the Zoning Code repealed by the adoption of this Planning and Zoning Code shall remain violations and all penalties and enforcement remedies set forth herein shall be available to the Village as though the violation were a violation of this Zoning Code. Provided, however, that if the effect of this Zoning Code is to make a use, building, lot, structure, or condition that was formerly unlawful or non-conforming, become lawful and/or conforming, then no enforcement action shall be taken except for the imposition and collection of penalties, for the violations that occurred prior to the effective date of this Zoning Code.
(Ord. 2009-17. Passed 9-15-2009.)