The Moscow Zoning Code is an “exclusive code” (or what is also known as a “permissive code”). Only the uses listed for each zoning district are permitted within that district. “Those uses not listed as permitted or conditionally permitted are not authorized.” (MCC 4-11-5).

Title 4, Chapter 11, Section 2 of the Moscow City Code prohibits “the use or occupancy of any building . . . until a zoning certificate has been issued therefore by the Zoning Administrator stating that the proposed use of the building or land conforms to the requirements of this Zoning Code.” (MCC 4-11-2). . . .