For the purpose of this chapter, words used in the present tense shall include the future. The singular number shall include the plural and the plural shall include the singular. The masculine shall include the feminine and the neuter. The word “shall” is always mandatory. The word “building” includes “structure” and shall be construed as if followed by the words “or any part thereof”. The phrase “used for” includes “arranged for”, “person” includes an individual, corporation, partnership, incorporated association or any other legal entity. The word “includes” or “including” shall not limit the term to the specified example, but is intended to extend its meaning to all other instances of like kind and character. Except as defined within this chapter, all words and phrases shall have their normal meanings and usage.
(1980 Code, Ch. 28, Part 7, § 28-701) (Ord. 1419, passed 9-16-2013, § 701)