Interpretation. The interpretation of the regulations of this chapter is intended to be such that whenever these requirements are at variance with any other lawfully adopted rules, regulations, ordinances, deed restrictions or covenants, as particularly refer to area and bulk regulations and impose higher standards, the most restrictive requirement shall govern.

Minimum regulations. The regulations set by this chapter within each district shall be minimum regulations and shall apply uniformly to each class or kind of structure or land.

Use of land; construction of buildings. On and after December 13, 2006, no person shall occupy or use any land or construct or locate any building within the bounds of the Township of Springfield, except in conformity with the restrictions and regulations established by this chapter for the district in which such land or building is located and in conformity with all other pertinent terms and provisions of this chapter.

Existing uses and structures. In all districts, after December 13, 2006, any existing building or other structure, or any tract of land or use, which is not in conformity with the regulations for the district in which it is located shall be deemed as nonconforming and subject to the appropriate regulations of this chapter governing such nonconforming uses, lots and structures.

Commencement of construction. Nothing herein contained shall require any change in laws or construction of a lawful use where building permits had been issued before September 1, 1988, and which were completed by March 1, 1989, or such further time as may have been allowed by the Township for large construction projects. However if no substantial construction has been made and no contract or contracts have been let prior to September 1, 1988, then the building permits affected are hereby declared void.