§ 98-2523. Rules of construction.

(a)

This article shall be liberally construed to effectively carry out its purpose in the interest of the public health, safety and welfare.

(b)

Unless otherwise stated, the following rules of construction shall apply to the text of this article:

(1)

If there is any conflict between the text of this article and any table, summary table or illustration, the text shall control.

(2)

The phrase "used for" includes the term "arranged for," "designed for," or "occupied for."

(3)

The word "includes" shall not limit a term to the specific example, but is intended to extend its meaning to all other instances or circumstances of like kind or character.

(4)

Unless the context clearly indicates the contrary, where a regulation involves two or more items, conditions, provisions, or events connected by the conjunction "and," "or" or "either…or," the conjunction shall be interpreted as follows:

a.

The term "and" indicates that all the connected terms, conditions, provisions or events shall apply.

b.

The term "or" indicates that the connected items, conditions, provisions or events may apply singly or in any combination.

c.

The term "either…or" indicates that the connected items, conditions, provisions or events shall apply singly, but not in combination.

(Code 1960, § 32-222; Ord. No. 92-145, § 2(2), 12-8-1992)