The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the regulation of nonconforming buildings, uses and lots, and to specify those circumstances and conditions under which they shall be allowed to continue as legal nonconforming uses and lots. (Ord. 2016-40 § 83, 2016; Ord. 2010-55 § 2, 2011; Ord. 88-010 § 2, 1988. 2004 Code § 18.56.010.)