(A) In the interpretation of this chapter, all provisions shall be:
(1) Liberally construed in favor of the town; and
(2) Deemed neither to limit or repeal any other powers granted under state statutes.
(B) The following rules shall be observed in the application and interpretation of the provisions of this chapter, except where the context clearly requires otherwise.
(1) The word “shall” or “must” are mandatory. The words “should” and “may” are permissive.
(2) Words used or defined in one tense or form shall include other tenses or derivative forms.
(3) Words used in the singular shall include the plural; words used in the plural shall include the singular.
(4) Words referencing a gender shall extend and be applied to the other gender and shall be considered gender neutral.
(5) In the event of a conflict between the text of this chapter and any illustrations, captions, figures or other material, the text of this chapter shall control.
(6) The word “includes” shall not limit a term to the specified examples, but is intended to provide guidance.
(Ord. 46, passed 8-28-2001; Ord. 21D, passed 1-7-2004; Ord. 59, passed 5-8-2008, § 201)