(a) Any use, building, structure, land or premises that existed at the time of the effective date of this code that was legally established under a previous code amendment or versions may be continued even if such use, building, structure, or use of land does not conform to the provisions of this code.
(b) Passage of this code in no way legalizes any illegal uses existing at the time of its adoption.
(c) An applicant for any development review procedure that deals with nonconformity shall bear the burden of proof in demonstrating that the use was a legal nonconformity on the effective date of this code.
(d) Violation of any conditions and/or safeguards prescribed in this chapter shall be deemed a violation of this code and shall be punishable under Chapter 1133: Enforcement and Penalties.
(Ord. 2018-009. Passed 5-7-18.)