The purpose of this chapter shall be to ensure the safety of
the citizens of the Village of Lancaster and to prevent the unnecessary
disposal of refuse, landfill and other materials within the Village
by prescribing a uniform grade level at which vacant lots shall be
maintained.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
UNIFORM GRADE LEVEL
A grade of land which is roughly level, allowing for slope
deviations for drainage. Minor deviations to the grade caused by natural
formations shall also be permitted.
VACANT LOT
Any parcel of land which is empty and devoid of any structure,
which may include, however, land which adjoins or is part of a parcel
of land which contains a structure or building.
If any provision of this chapter is inconsistent with any federal
or state statute, law, rule or regulation, then such statute, law,
rule or regulation shall prevail.