In the interpretation of the language of this LDC, the rules set out in this section shall be observed unless such construction would be inconsistent with an ordinance or resolution of the city.
(A) Generally. Terms used in these regulations, unless otherwise specifically provided, shall have the commonly understood meanings, per definition contained within the LDC or the meaning reasonably ascribed to them by the City Commission.
(B) Computation of time. The time within which an act is to be performed and completed shall be computed by excluding the first and including the last day. If the deadline or required date of action is a Friday, Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday recognized by the city, then the deadline or required date of action shall be the next day that is not a Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or holiday observed by the city.
(C) Administrative delegation of authority. Whenever a provision of this LDC requires any city officer or employee to do some act or perform some duty, these land development regulations shall be construed to authorize delegation to professional-level subordinates to perform the required act or duty unless the terms of the provision or section specify otherwise. Following any reorganization of the structure or duties of existing departments, authority shall be delegated to the appropriate successor department or division.
(D) Gender. Words importing the masculine or feminine gender shall be construed to include all genders.
(E) Non-technical and technical words. Words and phrases shall be construed according to the common and approved usage of the language. Technical words and phrases and such others as may have acquired a particular and appropriate meaning in law shall be construed and understood according to such meaning.
(F) Number. A word importing the singular number may extend and be applied to several persons or things as well as to one person or thing, unless the context of the particular usage clearly indicates otherwise. The use of the plural number shall be deemed to include any single person or thing.
(G) Mandatory and discretionary terms. The words "shall," "must," and "will" are mandatory in nature, establishing an obligation or duty to comply with the particular provision. The words "may" and "should" are permissive in nature.
(H) Tense. Words used in the past or present tense include the future as well as the past or present, unless the context of the particular usage clearly indicates otherwise.
(I) Written or in writing. The term "written" or "in writing" shall be construed to include any representation of words, letters or figures, whether by printing, electronic or otherwise.
(J) Year. The word "year" shall mean a calendar year, unless otherwise indicated.
(K) Day. The word "day" shall mean a calendar day, unless otherwise indicated.
(L) Headings, illustrations, and text. In the event of a conflict or inconsistency between the text of this Code and any heading, caption, figure, illustration, table, or map, the text shall control.
(M) Lists and examples. Unless otherwise specifically indicated, lists of items or examples that use terms such as "for example," "including," and "such as," or similar language are intended to provide examples and are not exhaustive lists of all possibilities.
(N) References to other regulations/publications. Whenever reference is made to a resolution, ordinance, statute, regulation, or document, it shall be construed as a reference to the most recent edition of such regulation, resolution, ordinance, statute, regulation, or document, unless otherwise specifically stated.
(O) Public officials and agencies. All public officials, bodies, and agencies to which references are made are those of the City of Pembroke Pines, Florida, unless otherwise indicated.
(P) Conjunctions. Unless the context clearly suggests the contrary, conjunctions shall be interpreted as follows:
(1) "And" indicates that all connected items, conditions, provisions or events apply; and
(2) "Or" indicates that one or more of the connected items, conditions, provisions, or events apply.
(Ord. 2021-02, adopted 3-17-21; sought to be reconsidered, Commission passed 4-21-2021)