In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this Code, as most recently amended, are the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, sustainability, convenience, comfort, prosperity, morals, or general welfare. Unless otherwise specifically provided, or unless clearly required by the context, for the purpose of this Code, certain terms or words are herein defined, and the words and terms used herein are interpreted as follows:
(a) Person. The word "person" includes a firm, association, organization, partnership, trust, company, corporation, or other legal entity, as well as an individual.
(b) Text. If there are differences between the meaning or implication of the text of this Code and any drawing, table, figure or title or section heading, then the text of this Code applies.
(c) Delegation of Authority. If a provision in this Code requires the department head or other City officer to perform an act or duty, then that provision also includes designatee unless specified otherwise.
(d) Mandatory and Permissive Terms. The words "will," and "must" are mandatory requirements; the word "may" is a permissive requirement; and the word "should" is a preferred requirement.
(e) Words Used. Any word or term not defined herein must be given a meaning defined as the most common usage of the language found in Webster's Dictionary.
(f) Singular/Plural Form. If words are used in singular form, then the plural form applies and vice versa, unless in context it clearly indicates the contrary.
(g) Gender. As used in this Code, words importing any gender include all other genders as well. (Ord. 2021-057. Passed 6-16-21.)