If your building or use existed legally before the New Zoning Code went into effect for a property, it might be considered a, nonconformity, . Generally, nonconformities are allowed to continue, but there are rules about how they can be changed, expanded, or discontinued., Key Points, Continuation:, You can generally continue your nonconforming building or use., No Expansion:, You cannot expand the nonconformity beyond its original size or scope., Maintenance and Repair:, You can do normal maintenance and repair., Change of Use:, Changing to a less impactful or permitted use might be allowed., Rebuilding After Damage:, There are special rules for rebuilding after damage, such as from a fire or earthquake., Example, Nonconforming Structure, Let's say your property has a detached garage that was built closer to the property line than what is currently allowed by the New Zoning Code. Because the garage was built legally under the older regulations, it is a nonconforming structure. You can continue to…, Nonconforming Use, Imagine you operate a small bakery in a building that was constructed before the New Zoning Code took effect. The area is now zoned for residential use, making your bakery a nonconforming use. You are allowed to continue operating the bakery as it was originally established. You can also perform…, Recommendation, Check the Nonconformities Article (Article 12) for detailed information and specific rules.

Applicability The provisions of this Section shall apply to every recycling center or yard operating pursuant to a valid Certificate of Occupancy and to every collection bin operating pursuant to a valid building permit. In addition, these…

Purpose This Division describes the powers, duties, and processes of the Department of Building and Safety as they relate to this Chapter and Chapter I. (General Provisions and Zoning) of this Code. Permits and Vesting of Development Plan Permits No permit pertaining to the use of…

Applicability This Section applies where any provision of this Code, including any other ordinances, requires a Director Determination. Initiation An application for a Director Determination is filed with the Department. Notice Notice of…

Light trespass is defined as light that falls beyond the property it is intended to illuminate.

Animal Keeping: Bees Supplemental Standards Beekeeping operators shall be registered as a beekeeper with the Los Angeles County Agricultural Commission. A water source for bees shall be provided at all times on the lot where the bees are kept. The total…

Inundation is defined as ponded water, or water in motion, of sufficient depth to damage property due to the presence of the water or to the deposit of silt.

Applicability This Section applies to the approval of a final map after a tentative tract map is approved. Initiation A final map is filed with the City Engineer in compliance with the provisions of Chapter I. (General Provisions and…

Pursuant to Sec. 8.3.2. (Freeway) , freeway is defined as any property owned by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) that is used for highway purposes.

Tentative Tract Map Requirements Filing & Reports The subdivider shall pay the necessary fees for, and file with the Department of City Planning at least five copies of the tentative tract map; two copies of an area map showing the location of ownerships which are…