A. Subdivisions and short plat subdivisions submitted prior to the effective date of the adoption of a zone map which meet the applicable platting ordinance acceptance standards which are not in conformance with the zone classification and/or special purpose district regulations in which they are located shall be deemed a conforming use of land and given final plat approval, providing that they meet all the terms of preliminary plat approval and comply with Chapter 58.17 RCW Plat-Subdivisions-Dedications, the county subdivision or short plat ordinance, and other applicable state laws and county ordinances in effect at the time of preliminary plat approval.
B. The board of adjustment may authorize the reinstatement of a nonconforming use. The procedure for reinstatement shall be the same as for conditional use permits, conditions may be imposed if reinstatement is allowed.
C. The use of land (not having buildings thereon) for agriculture, forestry, or as open land which does not conform to the provisions of the zone classification and/or special purpose district in which it is located shall be permitted to continue for such use. All other nonconforming uses may be continued unless use is discontinued for twelve consecutive months, in which case further use of the property or structures shall conform to this title. (Ord. 2005-02 (part))