1. This section applies to any undeveloped nonconforming lot. A "Nonconforming Lot” is a platted lot existing on the effective date of this ordinance that does not meet the minimum width or area requirement of the zoning district in which the lot is located.

2. A lot is undeveloped if it has no substantial structures upon it. A substantial structure includes any structure in excess of eight hundred (800) square feet in floor area which was constructed for a principal use permitted in the zoning district at the time of construction.

3. A change in use of a developed nonconforming lot may be accomplished only in accordance with Section 18.60.030.C.

1. Development of the property is not reasonably possible for the use proposed without the modification. Development in compliance with the applicable building setback requirements is not reasonably possible if a building that serves the minimal needs of the use proposed for the nonconforming lot cannot practicably be constructed and located on the lot in conformity with the setback requirements. However, mere financial hardship does not constitute grounds for finding that compliance is not reasonably possible; and

2. The modification is necessitated by the size or shape of the nonconforming lot; and

3. The property can be developed as proposed without any significant adverse impact on surrounding properties or the public health or safety.

1. If, on the date this ordinance becomes effective, an undeveloped nonconforming lot adjoins and has continuous frontage with one (1) or more other undeveloped lots under the same ownership, then neither the owner of the nonconforming lot nor his or her successors in interest may take advantage of the provisions of this section.

2. This subsection does not apply to a nonconforming lot if a majority of the developed lots located on either side of the street where the lot is located and within five hundred (500) feet of the lot are also nonconforming.