The purpose of this chapter is to recognize the existence of uses, buildings, lots, structures, and conditions that lawfully existed at the time of this Zoning Code's enactment, or amendment thereto, but which now do not conform with one or more of the regulations contained in this Zoning Code. Non-conforming status is considered to be incompatible with permitted uses, buildings, lots, conditions, and structures. Therefore, non-conforming uses, buildings, lots, structures and site conditions are subject to regulations limiting their use, restoration, reconstruction, extension, and substitution. The regulations in this chapter are established in order to achieve the following purposes:
(a) To permit the continuance, but control of non-conforming uses so as to minimize any adverse effects the uses might have on the adjoining properties and development;
(b) To regulate the maintenance and repair of non-conforming uses and structures;
(c) To regulate the rebuilding of non-conforming uses and structures, if substantially destroyed;
(d) To require the permanent discontinuance of non-conforming uses, if not operated for certain periods of time;
(e) To bring about eventual conformity of all uses in accordance with the objectives of the Master Plan and Zoning Code of the Village; and,
(f) To establish regulations for the development of non-conforming lots.
(Ord. 2009-17. Passed 9-15-2009.)