(A) Words used in the present tense include the past and future tense; the singular includes the plural and the plural includes the singular; the word “shall” is mandatory, and the words “should” and “may” are permissive.
(B) In interpreting and applying the provisions of this chapter, they shall be held to the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare. Where the provisions of this chapter impose greater restrictions than those of any other ordinance, code provision, or regulation, the provisions of this chapter shall be controlling. Where the provisions of any statute, other ordinance or code provision, or regulation impose greater restrictions than this chapter, the provisions of the statute, other ordinance or code provision, or regulation shall be controlling.
(Ord. 423, passed 6-8-1992; Ord. 582, passed 8-26-2019)