The regulations prescribed by this chapter shall not be construed to require the removal, lowering or other changes or alteration of any structure or tree not conforming to the regulations as of the effective date of this chapter, or otherwise interfere with the continuance of a nonconforming use. Nothing contained herein shall require any change in the construction, alteration or intended use of any structure, the construction or alteration of which was begun prior to the effective date of this chapter, and is diligently prosecuted.
(Ord. 1411, passed 4-27-82)
Notwithstanding the preceding provision of this chapter, the owner of any existing nonconforming structure or tree is hereby required to permit the installation, operation and maintenance thereon of markers and lights as shall be deemed necessary by the city to indicate to the operators of aircraft in the vicinity of the airport, the presence of airport hazards. Markers and lights shall be installed, operated and maintained at the expense of the city.
(Ord. 1411, passed 4-27-82) Penalty, see 151.99
Whenever the Building Inspector determines that a nonconforming tree or structure has been abandoned or more than 80% torn down, physically deteriorated or decayed, no permit shall be granted that would allow a structure or tree to exceed the applicable height limit or otherwise deviate from the zoning regulations.
(Ord. 1411, passed 4-27-82) Penalty, see 151.99