§ 39-3. General construction of terms.

This Zoning Code uses certain terms that have specific meanings for the purposes of its application. Words used in this chapter have their dictionary meaning unless they are listed and described otherwise. Defined terms listed in the Definitions section have the specific meaning stated, unless the context clearly indicates another meaning. When not inconsistent with the context, words used in the present tense include the future, words in the singular number include the plural, and words in the plural number include the singular number. The words "shall," "must," "will," and "may not" are always mandatory and not merely directory. The word "may" is permissive. Whenever the words "dwelling," "dwelling unit," "premises," "building," or "structure" are stated in this chapter, they shall be construed as though they were followed by the words "or any part thereof." When used with numbers, "up to x," "not more than x" and "a maximum of x" all include x. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following conjunctions have the following meanings:

(a)

"And" indicates that all connected items or provisions apply;

(b)

"Or" indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply singly or in combination;

(c)

"Either... or" indicates that the connected items or provisions apply singly, but not in combination.

Lists of items that state "including the following," "such as," or similar language are not limited to just those items. The lists are intended to provide examples, but not to be exhaustive of all possibilities.

(Ord. No. 2016-30 , § 1, 10-25-16)