§ 157.003 RULES OF CONSTRUCTION.
   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;
   (B)   Words in the singular number include the plural number, and words in the plural number include the singular number;
   (C)   The phrase "used for" shall include the phrases "arranged for," "designed for," "intended for," "maintained for," and "occupied for."
   (D)   The word "shall" is mandatory.
   (E)   The word "may" is permissive.
(Ord. 77-08, passed 6-28-77)