§ 1.8. CONFLICTING PROVISIONS

1.8.1

Conflict with State or Federal Regulations

If the provisions of this development code are inconsistent with those of the state or federal government, the more restrictive provision will control, to the extent permitted by law. The more restrictive provision is the one that imposes greater restrictions or more stringent controls on development.

1.8.2

Conflict with Other City Regulations

If the provisions of this development code are inconsistent with one another, or if they conflict with provisions found in other adopted ordinances or regulations of the city, the more restrictive provision will control. The more restrictive provision is the one that imposes greater restrictions or more stringent controls on development.

1.8.3

Conflict with Private Agreements and Covenants

This development code is not intended to interfere with, abrogate or annul any easement, covenant, deed restriction or other agreement between private parties. If the provisions of this development code impose a greater restriction than imposed by a private agreement, the provisions of this development code will control. If the provisions of a valid, enforceable private agreement impose a greater restriction than this development code, the provisions of the private agreement will control. The City does not enforce or maintain a record of private agreements.

1.8.4

Lawful Uses

No building, structure, or use not lawfully existing at the time of the adoption of this ordinance, shall become or be made lawful solely by reason of the adoption of this ordinance; and to the extent that, and in any manner that said unlawful building, structure, or use is in conflict with the requirements of this ordinance, said buildings, structure, or use remains unlawful hereunder.