For the purpose of this article, the following rules of construction shall apply.
(a) Any part thereof: whenever the words premises, structure, building or yard are used they shall be construed as though they were followed by the words “or any part thereof.”
(b) Gender: words of gender shall be construed to mean neuter, feminine or masculine, as may be applicable.
(c) Number: words of number shall be construed to mean singular or plural, as may be applicable.
(d) Tense: words of tense shall be construed to mean present or future, as may be applicable.
(e) Shall: the word shall is mandatory and not permissive.
(Ord. 1423, passed 4-14-2008)