Within the zones established by this chapter, or amendments that may be adopted, there may exist lots; structures; and uses of land and structures which were lawful before the ordinance from which this chapter is derived was passed or amended, but which would be prohibited, regulated, or restricted under the terms of this chapter or future amendment. It is the intent of this chapter to allow these nonconformities to continue until they are removed but not to encourage their survival. These nonconforming lots, structures and uses will exist legally after the adoption of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived.

(Ord. No. 190, § I(D(2(intro. ¶))), 8-10-2020)

Nonconforming use shall not be enlarged, expanded, or extended. However, the addition of a lawful use to any portion of a nonconforming building, which existed prior to the enactment of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived, shall not be deemed an extension of such nonconforming use, subject to council approval.

(Ord. No. 190, § I(D(2(a))), 8-10-2020)

Whenever a nonconforming use has been discontinued or abandoned for a period of one year, such use shall not thereafter be reestablished, and any future use shall be in conformance with the provisions of this chapter.

(Ord. No. 190, § I(D(2(b))), 8-10-2020)

Any lot of record existing prior to the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter is derived that fails to meet the minimum area requirements may be developed or improved if setback and any other requirements of the lot are in conformance with the provisions of this chapter.

(Ord. No. 190, § I(D(2(c))), 8-10-2020)