In interpreting the language of this title, the rules set out in this section shall be observed unless the interpretation would be inconsistent with the express language of this title.
A. Minimum Requirements: In interpreting and applying the provisions in this title, they shall be held to be the minimum requirements for the protection of health, safety, morals, comfort, convenience or the general welfare. In case of conflict between this title and any other laws that exercise control over the same feature, the more stringent regulation shall apply.
B. Meaning And Intent: All provisions, terms, phrases and expressions contained in this title shall be liberally construed in order to carry out the intent of the Governing Body. Words and phrases shall be construed according to the common and approved usage in the language, but technical words and phrases that may have acquired a peculiar and appropriate meaning in the law shall be construed and understood according to that meaning. Such terms, words, and phrases used in this title, when defined herein or elsewhere in this Code, shall have the meaning noted. Terms, words and phrases not defined by this Code shall have the meanings prescribed by Wyoming Statutes for the same terms, when defined therein. Any term, word or phrase not specifically defined or prescribed in this Code or Wyoming Statutes shall have the ordinary meaning ascribed to it in a dictionary of common usage.
C. Text Controls: In case of any conflict between the text of this title and any figure or table, the text shall control.
D. Computation Of Time: The time within which an act is to be performed shall be computed by excluding the first day and including the last day. If the last day is a Saturday, Sunday, legal holiday or other day that the City offices are officially closed to the public, that day shall be excluded. The following time-related words shall have the meanings ascribed below:
"Day" means a calendar day unless otherwise stated. "Week" means seven (7) calendar days. "Month" means one (1) calendar month. "Year" means a calendar year, unless a fiscal year is indicated.
E. Other Clarifications:
1. Headings: The headings contained in this title are for convenience only and do not limit or modify the intent or meaning of the provisions.
2. Tense: Unless clearly indicated to the contrary, words used in the present tense shall include the future, words used in the plural shall include the singular, words used in the singular shall include the plural, and words of one (1) gender shall include the other.
3. Use Of Certain Words: The words "shall", "must", and "will" are always mandatory. The words "may" and "should" are discretionary.
4. Written Information: References to "written" information shall mean any representation of words, letters or figures whether by printing or other form or method of writing.
5. Conjunctions: Unless the context clearly indicates the contrary, conjunctions shall be interpreted as follows:
"And" indicates that all connected items or provisions apply; and
"Or" indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply singularly or in any combination.
F. Private Covenants Or Deed Clauses: No provision of this title is intended to interfere with or abrogate or annul any easement, private covenants, deed restriction or other agreement between private parties. In cases in which this title imposes a greater restriction upon the use of land or structures, the provisions of this title shall prevail and control. The City has no power or authority to enforce private deed covenants, conditions or restrictions to which it is not a party. Private covenants or deed restrictions which impose conditions more restrictive than those imposed by this title, or which impose restrictions not covered by this title, are not implemented nor superseded by this title.
G. Limitations On City Action: The issuance or granting of a building permit or approval of plans or specifications under the authority of the building code shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any provisions of this title or any amendments thereto, or of any other law. No permit, approval, representation, action or inaction on the part of a City officer or employee which purports, or could be interpreted, to authorize the violation or cancellation of any of the provisions of this title shall limit the City's authority to enforce the provisions of this title or any other provision of this Code. Any permit, license or other approval which is issued in error in conflict with this title is voidable by order of the City.
H. Other Permits: Nothing in this title shall eliminate the need for obtaining any other required permits, including, but not limited to building permits; plumbing, electrical, or mechanical permits; grading permits; or any permit, approval, or entitlement required by other titles of this Code, other political subdivisions of the State of Wyoming, or agencies of the State of Wyoming.
I. Other Limitations: No provision in this title amounts to a guarantee, warranty or promise that any particular type of construction will be free from defect, will perform in a certain manner, or will be exempt from other legal requirements applicable thereto. The issuance of a permit, or the inspection or approval of any permit, plans or work under this title, shall in no way constitute a guarantee, warranty or promise that any particular material, labor or construction will be free from defect, or perform in a certain manner, or will be durable, safe or fit for a particular purpose or use. Compliance with this title is not intended to substitute for the performance of any private duty, nor to reduce or eliminate any private liability on the part of an owner, developer or permittee.
J. Severability: If for any reason any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this title, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance, is declared to be unconstitutional or invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this title. (Ord. 2017-02, 3-7-2017)