Oklahoma § 19-863.16 - Existing nonconforming uses
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 19-863.16 — Existing nonconforming uses, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19-863.16. Existing nonconforming uses
The lawful use of a building, structure or premises as such
existed at the time of the adoption and recording of any regulation
affecting it, may be continued, although such use does not conform
with the provisions of such regulation. The board, as it affects
its jurisdiction, may provide for the termination of nonconforming
uses either by specifying the period or periods within which they
shall be required to cease, or by providing a formula or formulas
whereby the compulsory termination of nonconforming use shall be so
fixed as to allow a reasonable period for the recovery of
amortization of the investment in the nonconformance, provided, that
in each instance any such action of the board shall be taken only
after public notice and hearing thereon has been had before the
commission and that commission's recommendations with respect
thereto certified to the board.
Added by Laws 1955, p. 170, § 16, emerg. eff. June 3, 1955.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 19-863.16
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 19-863.16 cover?
Section 19-863.16 ("Existing nonconforming uses") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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