A. Ambiguity of Provisions. If ambiguity arises concerning the meaning or applicability of any provision of the Zoning Code, the Director, as described in Section 10.110.060 (Director), shall have the responsibility to review pertinent facts, determine the intent of the provision, and to issue an administrative interpretation. The Director may refer any such matter to the Commission for decision.
B. Appeals of Interpretations. Interpretations by the Director and Commission may be appealed to the designated Appeal Authority as described in Chapter 10.114 (Appeals).
C. Terminology. When used in this Zoning Code, the following rules apply to all provisions:
1. Language. The words “shall,” “must,” “will,” “is to,” and “are to” are always mandatory. “Should” is not mandatory but is strongly recommended, and “may” is permissive.
2. Tense. The present tense includes the past and future tense, and the future tense includes the present.
3. Number. The singular number includes the plural number, and the plural the singular, unless the natural construction of the words indicates otherwise.
4. Conjunctions. “And” indicates that all connected items or provisions shall apply. “Or” indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply singly or in any combination. “Either ... or” indicates that the connected items and provisions shall apply singly but not in combination. “Includes” and “including” shall mean “including but not limited to ...”.
5. Local Reference. “City” as used in this Zoning Code means the City of La Puente and all public officials, bodies, and agencies referenced herein are those of the City unless otherwise stated.
6. Number of Days. Whenever the number of days is specified in this Zoning Code, or in any permit, condition of approval, or notice issued or given as provided in this Zoning Code, the number of days shall be construed as calendar days. When the last of the specified number of days falls on a weekend or City holiday, time limits shall extend to the end of the next working day, unless otherwise provided by law.
7. Partial Numbers. All partial or fractional numbers shall be rounded up to the next highest whole number, except in the case of residential density, which shall be rounded down to a whole number, and parking space requirement, which shall be rounded up or down to the nearest whole number.
D. Minimum Requirements. When interpreting and applying the regulations of this Zoning Code, all provisions shall be considered to be minimum requirements, unless specifically stated otherwise. (Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015)