(A) Generally. The following rules of construction apply to the text of this chapter.
(B) Specifically.
(1) Words used in the present tense shall include the future; and words used in the singular number shall include the plural, and the plural the singular, unless the context clearly indicates the contrary.
(2) The word "building" includes the word "structure."
(3) A "building" or "structure" includes any part thereof.
(4) The word "used" or "occupied" as applied to any land or building shall be construed to include the words "intended, arranged, or designed to be used or occupied."
(5) Any word or term not defined herein shall be used with a meaning of common or standard utilization.
(Prior Code, § 741.01)