(a) The words, terms and phrases used in this code shall have the meanings assigned to them in Chapter 1284, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning.
(b) Rules of Construction. The following rules of construction apply to this code:
(1) The particular shall control the general and the use of a general term shall not be taken to have the same meaning as another specific term. For example, a "dry cleaning retail establishment" shall not be interpreted to be the same as a "retail business supplying commodities on the premises," if each term is listed as a separate and distinct use.
(2) In case of any difference of meaning or implication between the text of this code and any caption or illustration, the text shall control.
(3) A building or structure includes any and all of its parts.
(4) The phrase "used for" includes "arranged for," "designed for," "intended for," "maintained for" and "occupied for."
(5) The word "shall" is always mandatory and not discretionary. The word "may" is permissive.
(6) The word "person" includes any individual, corporation, partnership, incorporated association, limited liability company or any other similar entity.
(7) Unless the context clearly indicates the contrary, where a regulation involves two or more items, conditions, provisions or events connected by the conjunctions "and," "or" or "either...or," the conjunction shall be interpreted as follows:
A. "And" indicates that all of the connected items, conditions, provisions or events apply.
B. "Or" indicates that the connected items, conditions, provisions or events may apply singly or in any combination.
C. "Either...or" indicates that the connected items, conditions, provisions or events apply singly but not in combination.
(c) Terms not defined in this code shall have the meaning customarily assigned to them.
(Ord. 2013-19. Passed 9-16-13.)