Any nonconforming building, use or lot which existed lawfully prior to the effective date of the ordinance codified in this title or any lawful building, use or lot which has become nonconforming upon the adoption of the ordinance codified in this title or any subsequent amendment thereto may be continued, subject to the restrictions in this chapter. Any change in ownership of such a building, use or lot does not void grandfather rights. (Ord. 2016-40 § 84, 2016; Ord. 2010-55 § 2, 2011; Ord. 97-013 § 3, 1997; Ord. 88-010 § 2, 1988. 2004 Code § 18.56.020.)