10-1-8: RULES OF INTERPRETATION:
   A.   Generally:
      1.   Specific provisions of this title shall be followed in lieu of general provisions that may be in conflict with the specific provision.
      2.   In the interpretation and application of this title all standards, provisions, and requirements shall be liberally construed in favor of the objectives and purposes of the City and shall not be construed to either limit or repeal any other powers granted under State Statutes.
      3.   Where provisions of this title conflict with other regulations, the more stringent restrictions shall be applied.
   B.   Responsibility For Interpretations:
      1.   In the event that any question arises concerning the application of regulations, standards, definitions, development criteria, or any other provision of this title, the City Administrator shall be responsible for interpretation.
      2.   Responsibility for interpretation by the City Administrator as set forth in this section shall be limited to standards, regulations, and requirements of this title, and shall not be construed to include interpretation of any technical codes adopted by reference in this title. Interpretation shall not be construed to override the responsibilities assigned by the City Commission to any commission, board, or official named in other sections or chapters of this title.
      3.   Should the enforcement of a Building or Construction Code adopted by the City of Marlow create a conflict, the stricter of the two (2) shall govern. (Ord. 420, 12-18-2017)