Sec. 26-172. - Continuation and maintenance.

(a)

Continuation of nonconforming uses and structures.

(1)

Except as otherwise provided herein, any structure or use legally established on the effective date of the Development Code, may continue as a nonconforming parcel, structure or use.

(2)

Any structure or use legally established prior to the annexation of the property may continue as a nonconforming structure or use, respectfully.

(3)

A change in ownership or tenancy without any change in use, occupancy or development shall not affect any of the legal nonconforming rights, privileges, and responsibilities provided under this article.

(b)

Maintenance of nonconforming uses and structures

(1)

Routine maintenance and repairs may be performed on a nonconforming parcel, use or structure provided such work does not involve structural alterations or any enlargement of the structure subject to the granting on building permits as required by the building official.

(Ord. No. 2519, § 5(Exh. A), 2-20-24)