The terms in the text of this Chapter are interpreted in accordance with the following rules of construction:
A. The singular number includes the plural, and the plural the singular.
B. The present tense includes the past and future tenses, and the future tense includes the present.
C. The terms “must,” “shall,” and “will” are mandatory.
D. The term “may” is permissive.
E. The terms “must not,” “will not,” “cannot,” “may not,” and “shall not” are prohibiting.
F. Any gender includes all genders.
G. Whenever a defined word or term appears in the text of this Chapter, its meaning must be construed as set forth in the definition. Words not defined must be interpreted tn accordance with the definitions considered to be normal dictionary usage.
(Ord. 885, passed 11-21-2023)