§ 18-101. Purpose.

(a) Background.

This Code establishes separate districts, each of which is an appropriate area for the location of the uses and structures that are allowed in that district. Consistent with the establishment of those districts, all uses and structures incompatible with allowed uses and structures must be strictly regulated and properly controlled.

(b) Regulation.

This title provides for the regulation of nonconforming uses and structures existing in the various districts. Specifically, this title regulates the continuance of nonconforming uses, structures, lots, and signs.