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ARTICLE 9 - MEASUREMENTS AND DEFINITIONS
Article 9 - Measurements and Definitions
9:   Measurement and Definitions
9.1.   Rules of Language Construction
9.1.1.   Meanings and Intent
9.1.2.   Headings, Illustrations, and Text
9.1.3.   Lists and Examples
9.1.4.   Computation of Time
9.1.5.   Time-Related Language
9.1.6.   References to this Ordinance
9.1.7.   References to Other Regulations or Publications
9.1.8.   References to North Carolina General Statutes
9.1.9.   Delegation of Authority
9.1.10.   Joint Authority
9.1.11.   Technical and Non-Technical Terms
9.1.12.   Public Officials and Agencies
9.1.13.   Mandatory and Discretionary Terms
9.1.14.   Conjunctions
9.1.15.   Tenses, Plurals, and Gender of Words
9.1.16.   Oath
9.1.17.   Term Not Defined
9.2.   Table of Abbreviations
9.3.   Rules of Measurement
9.3.1.   Purpose
9.3.2.   Measurements, Generally
9.3.3.   Lot Dimensions
9.3.4.   Setbacks
9.3.5.   Setback Encroachments
9.3.6.   Residential Density
9.3.7.   Gross Floor Area (GFA)
9.3.8.   Height
9.3.9.   Lot Coverage
9.3.10.   Slope and Elevation
9.3.11.   Parking Space Computation
9.3.12.   Landscaping
9.3.13.   Signage Measurement
9.3.14.   Exterior Lighting
9.3.15.   Fence and Wall Height
9.4.   Definitions
9.1.   RULES OF LANGUAGE CONSTRUCTION
The following rules shall apply for construing or interpreting the terms and provisions of this Ordinance.
(Ord. 2020-36, passed 12-2-2019)
9.1.1   Meanings and Intent
   A.   All provisions, terms, phrases, and expressions contained in this Ordinance shall be interpreted in accordance with the general purposes set forth in Section 1.4, Purpose and Intent, and the specific purpose statements set forth throughout this Ordinance.
   B.   When a specific section of these regulations gives a different meaning than the general definition provided in Section 9.4, Definitions, the specific section's meaning and application of the term shall control.
   C.   Terms that are not defined are subject to their common or customary meaning.
(Ord. 2020-36, passed 12-2-2019)
9.1.2.   Headings, Illustrations, and Text
   A.   In the event of a conflict or inconsistency between the text of this Ordinance and any heading, caption, figure, illustration, table, or map, the text shall control.
   B.   Graphics and other illustrations are provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a complete and accurate description of all applicable regulations or requirements.
(Ord. 2020-36, passed 12-2-2019)
9.1.3.   Lists and Examples
Unless otherwise specifically indicated, lists of items, or examples that use terms like "for example," "including," and "such as," or similar language are intended to provide examples and are not exhaustive lists of all possibilities.
(Ord. 2020-36, passed 12-2-2019)
9.1.4.   Computation of Time
The time in which an act is to be done shall be computed by excluding the first day and including the last day. If a deadline or required date of action falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday observed by the town, the deadline or required date of action shall be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday observed by the town.
(Ord. 2020-36, passed 12-2-2019)
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