In the construction of this chapter, the rules and definitions contained in this section shall be observed and applied, except when the context clearly indicates otherwise.
(A) Words used in the present tense shall include the future; words in the singular number shall include the plural and the plural the singular, where the context requires.
(B) The word “shall” is mandatory and not discretionary.
(C) The word “may” is permissive.
(D) The word “lot” shall include the words “piece,” “parcel,” and “tract;” and the phrase “used for” shall include the phrases “arranged for,” “designed for,” “intended for,” “maintained for” and “occupied for.”
(E) All measured distances shall be to the nearest integral foot; if a fraction is one-half foot or less the integral foot next below shall be taken.
(F) Any words not defined as follows shall be construed in their general accepted meanings as defined in the most recent publication of Webster’s Dictionary and Black’s Law Dictionary.
(G) The words and terms set forth herein under “Definitions” (§ 159.04) wherever they occur in this chapter, shall be interpreted as herein defined.
(Ord. 2015-5377, passed 5-5-2015)