§ 410-96
Certificate of zoning compliance for new, altered or nonconforming uses
- A. It shall be unlawful to use or occupy or permit the use or occupancy of any structure or premises, or both, or part thereof hereafter created, erected, changed, converted or wholly or partly altered or enlarged in its use or structure until a certificate of zoning compliance shall have been issued therefor by the Director, stating that the proposed use of the structure or land conforms to the requirements of this chapter.
- B. No nonconforming structure or use shall be renewed, changed or extended until a certificate of zoning compliance shall have been issued therefor by the Director. The certificate of zoning compliance shall state specifically wherein the nonconforming use differs from the provisions of this chapter.
- C. A temporary certificate of zoning compliance may be issued by the Director for periods not exceeding six months during alterations or partial occupancy of a structure pending its completion, provided that such temporary certificate may require such conditions and safeguards as will protect the safety of the occupants and the public.
- D. The Director shall maintain a record of all certificates of zoning compliance issued, and copies shall be furnished to any person upon request and upon receipt of a reasonable fee.
- E. Failure to obtain a certificate of zoning compliance shall be a violation of this chapter and punishable under § 410-101.