23.308.020 Applicability and Nonconformities.
A. Applicability. This chapter applies to all emergency shelters established after January 1, 2014.
B. Nonconformities.
1. Emergency shelters established before January 1, 2014 may continue to operate consistent with:
(a) The conditions in those approvals and permits;
(b) All other applicable provisions of the Zoning Ordinance; and
(c) Any limitations and requirements imposed as a condition of funding.
2. Except in the MU-LI district, such existing emergency shelters shall be treated as a lawful nonconforming use under Chapter 23.324 (Nonconforming Uses, Structures, and Buildings). Existing shelters in the MU-LI district are not considered a nonconforming use and may add floor area with a Use Permit. (Ord. 7882-NS § 16, 2023; Ord. 7815-NS § 9, 2022: Ord. 7787-NS § 2 (Exh. A), 2021)