(A) Provisions constitute minimum standards. In their interpretation and application, the provisions of these regulations shall be held to be the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, and general welfare.
(B) Conflict with public and private provisions.
(1) Public provisions. These regulations are not intended to interfere with, abrogate, or annul any other rule, regulation, statute, or other provision of law. Where any provision of these regulations imposes restrictions different from those imposed by any other provision of these regulations, or any other rule, regulation, or other provision of law, whichever provision is more restrictive, or imposes higher standards, shall control.
(2) Private provisions. These regulations are not intended to abrogate any easement, covenant, or any other private agreement, or restriction, provided that where the provisions of these regulations are more restrictive or impose higher standards or regulations than such easement, covenant, or private agreement or restriction, the requirements of these regulations shall govern.
(C) Codes or specifications. When reference is made in this code to statutes, codes, specifications, or other regulations, it is intended that subsequent amendments to those codes, statutes, specifications, or regulations will be automatically adopted by reference herein except as provided by subsequent ordinances of the City Commission.
(Ord. 241, passed 11-27-85)