§ 1240.05 INTERPRETATION.
   (A)   Graphics, tables, and text. The graphics, tables, and text in this Code are regulatory. In case of a conflict, text shall control over tables and graphics, and tables shall control over graphics.
   (B)   Tense and form. Words used in the present tense include the past and future tenses.
   (C)   Number. The singular number includes the plural number, and vice versa.
   (D)   Lists. Lists of examples prefaced with "including the following," "such as," or other similar phrases shall not be construed to be exclusive or preclude the Zoning Administrator from interpreting the list to include similar, unspecified examples.
   (E)   Shall and may. The word "shall" is mandatory, while the word "may" is permissive. "Shall not" and "may not" are both prohibitive.
   (F)   Undefined terms. Any words not defined in this chapter shall be interpreted as defined in normal dictionary usage.
(Ord. 17-31, passed 9-12-2017)