A. A classification of special uses is hereby established to provide for the location of certain uses hereinafter specified which are deemed desirable for the public welfare within a given district or districts, but which might have an adverse effect upon nearby properties or upon the character and future development of the district in which they are located. Procedures for special uses are set forth in chapter 11 of this title.
B. Where a use exists on the effective date hereof and it is classified as a special use by this title, it shall be considered to be a lawful special use. Permits may be secured for additions or alterations to existing buildings or land improvements for expansion of lawful special uses in accordance with the procedures for special uses set forth in chapter 12 of this title. (Ord. 89-04, 4-3-1989)