§ 1-100. Rules of construction.

The language set forth in the text of this ordinance shall be interpreted in accordance with the following rules of construction:

(1)

The singular number includes the plural, and the plural the singular.

(2)

The present tense includes the past and the future tenses, and the future the present.

(3)

The word shall is mandatory while the word may is permissible.

(4)

The word person includes, but is not limited to, individuals, partnerships, corporations, clubs, associations and other business, social, religious or charitable entities.

(5)

The words lot, zoning lot, parcel, or premises may be used interchangeably.

(6)

Distance shall be measured in a straight line, from lot line to lot line, except as otherwise provided in this ordinance.

(7)

All measured distances shall be to the nearest integral foot. If a fraction is one-half (½) foot or less, the integral foot next below shall be taken. In no case, however, shall rounding of fractional requirements occur when measuring for required building setbacks or building height.

(Ord. No. 99-20, § 1, 11-23-99)