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313-135 General Rules for Construction of Language
135.1.The meaning and construction of words and phrases as set forth shall apply throughout the Zoning Regulations, except where the context of such words or phrases clearly indicates a different meaning or construction. Definitions contained in the Uniform Building Code shall be applicable except when in conflict with definitions contained in these Zoning Regulations, in which case the Zoning Regulations definition shall prevail. The following general rules of construction shall apply to the textual provisions of the Zoning Regulations: (Former Section CZ#A312-1)
135.1.1. Headings. Section and subsection headings contained herein shall not be deemed to govern, limit, modify, or in any manner affect the scope, meaning, or intent of any provision of the Zoning Regulations. (Former Section CZ#A312-1)
135.1.2. Illustrations. In case of any difference of meaning or implication between the text of any provision and any illustration, the text of the provision shall control. (Former Section CZ#A312-1)
135.1.3. Shall, May, and Should. “Shall” is always mandatory and not discretionary. “May” is permissive or discretionary. “Should” is advisory, in that it, like “may,” is not mandatory, but “should” indicates a policy preference of the County. (Former Section CZ#A312-1)
135.1.4. Tense, Number and Gender. Words used in the present tense include the past and future tense. Words used in the singular include the plural, and the plural the singular, unless the context clearly indicates the contrary. The masculine gender includes the feminine and neuter gender, and neuter includes the masculine and feminine, and feminine includes masculine and neuter. (Former Section CZ#A312-1)
135.1.5. Conjunctions. Unless the context clearly indicates the contrary, the following conjunctions shall be interpreted as follows: (Former Section CZ#A312-1)
135.1.5.1.“And” indicates that all connected items or provisions shall apply.
135.1.5.2.“Or” indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply singly or in any combination.
135.1.5.3.“Either...or” indicates that the connected items or provisions shall apply singly but not in combination.
135.1.6.“Used” includes “arranged for,” “designed for,” “occupied,” or “intended to be occupied for.” (Former Section CZ#A312-1)
135.1.7.All public officials, bodies, and agencies to which reference is made are those of Humboldt County unless otherwise indicated. (Former Section CZ#A312-1)
135.1.8. References to other laws and regulations. Whenever this Code refers to sections of this Code, State Law, or other statutes or regulations, the reference shall be construed to include any successor or amended provisions which have been adopted to replace, renumber, or otherwise change the section(s) reference from that which is contained in this Code.