For the purpose of this ordinance, the following terms and words shall be interpreted as follows, unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
(A) The words “shall”, “will” and “must” are mandatory, not discretionary, and create an obligation or duty to comply with the particular provision.
(B) The word “may” is permissive.
(C) The word “person” shall include individuals, businesses, firms, associations, organizations, partnerships, trusts, companies and corporations.
(D) Words used in the present tense shall include the future.
(E) Words used in the singular shall include the plural, and the plural the singular, unless otherwise indicated in the text.
(F) The word “and” used in conjunction with a series of items shall mean all items must occur.
(G) The masculine gender shall include the feminine.
(H) The term “used for” shall include the terms “arranged for”, “designed for”, “intended for”, “maintained for” and “occupied for”.
(I) Any word or term, which appears in this ordinance that, is not defined herein shall be interpreted and defined by the Zoning Administrator.
(Ord. 97, passed 7-21-2009)