California · Streets and Highways Code - SHC

SHC §746.2: Nonconforming junkyards may continue in existence as long as they are not extended, enlarged, or changed in use, and are otherwise lawfully maintained.

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Existing nonconforming junkyards may remain operational if they are not expanded, modified in use, or otherwise unlawfully maintained.

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Nonconforming junkyards may continue in existence as long as they are not extended, enlarged, or changed in use, and are otherwise lawfully maintained. If the location of a nonconforming junkyard is changed for any reason, it ceases to be nonconforming and shall be treated as a new junkyard at a new location.

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