Purpose. This section consists of the zoning map and zoning matrix of the city of Lemon Grove, the originals of which are on file with the community development department.

Zoning Map. The map is herein referred to as the zoning map, and is incorporated as if set forth fully in this title. The zoning map may be amended in whole or in part in accordance with the zoning ordinance amendment procedure set forth in Section 17.28.080.

Zoning Matrix. The matrix is herein referred to as the zoning matrix, and is incorporated as if set forth fully in this title. The zoning matrix may be amended in whole or in part in accordance with the zoning ordinance amendment procedure set forth in Section 17.28.080.

Where the indicted district boundaries are shown as approximately following street or alley lines, the center line of such streets or alleys shall be construed to be the boundary; otherwise such boundaries shall be determined by use of the scale appearing on the zoning map, unless specifically indicated by dimensions.

If a district boundary line divides or splits a lot of record, the lot shall be deemed to be included within the district which is the more restrictive. These provisions shall not apply to acreage.

A symbol indicating the classification of property on the zoning map shall apply in each instance to the whole of the area within the district boundaries.

Uncertainty of Boundaries. Where uncertainty still exists, the planning commission shall, by written resolution, recommend the location of any district or zone boundary or setback line to the council for action and final decision.

No building or structure shall be erected and no existing building shall be moved, altered, added to, or enlarged, nor shall any land, building, or premises be used, or be designated to be used, for any purpose or in any manner, nor shall any yard or other open space surrounding any building be encroached upon or reduced, except as permitted by and in conformity to the regulations specified in this chapter for the land use district as set forth in the zoning map, or any amendment thereto.

No yard or open spaces provided about any building for the purpose of complying with the provisions of this chapter shall be considered as providing a yard or open space for any other building or any other lot.

It is unlawful to divide any parcel of land so as to create a parcel of land not meeting all of the requirements of this chapter.

No building or structure shall be erected nor shall any use be made of any land within any setback areas as shown on the zoning map except landscaping or vehicular or pedestrian thoroughfares, such setbacks being in addition to front or street side yards otherwise required herein.

No use shall be made of land in the city, which use is a nuisance to the area in which such use is made or intended to be made.

It is recognized that in the development of a comprehensive zoning ordinance, not all uses of land can be listed, nor can all future uses of lands be anticipated. The listings of uses permitted or permitted subject to a conditional use permit in each zone, or subject to a conditional use permit, are illustrative and meant to indicate the types and scales of development intended for each district. A use may have been omitted from the list of those specified as permissible in each of the various districts herein designated, or ambiguity may arise concerning the appropriate classification of a particular use within the meaning and intent of this chapter. Where such uncertainty exists, the development services director shall determine the appropriate classification for any such use.

If the development services director believes that the determination of the appropriateness of a particular use in a zone should be made by the city council, all pertinent facts shall be transmitted to the city council for consideration at its next regular meeting. Any decision of the development services director may be appealed pursuant to Section 17.28.020 of this title.