§ 3-10. Purpose.  


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  • This chapter is established in recognition of the existence of uses, structures, site improvements, and lots which were lawfully established but which do not currently comply with the provisions of this ordinance or subsequent amendment of this ordinance. It is further established to specify the requirements, circumstances, and conditions under which nonconforming buildings, structures, site improvements, and uses will be operated, repaired, replaced, restored, improved and maintained and to encourage actions that bring nonconforming uses into conformance with the city code.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99; Ord. No. 2009-03, § 1, 2-24-09)