§ 18.46.010. Intent.

Within the districts established by this title or by amendments which may be adopted after the ordinance codified in this title, there exist lots, structures and uses of land and structures which were lawful before the ordinance codified in this title was adopted or amended, but which would now be prohibited, regulated or restricted. The city council declares that nonconforming uses and structures are incompatible with permitted uses and structures and shall not be enlarged, expanded or extended. Further, nonconforming uses and structures are intended to be eliminated as soon as possible and such nonconforming uses and structures shall not be used as grounds for adding other structures or uses prohibited by this title.

(Ord. 357B §5.01.000, 1979)