§ 6.04.9605. General interpretation.

1.

The word "shall" is mandatory and not discretionary. The word "should" is not mandatory but strongly recommended. The word "may" is permissive and discretionary.

2.

In case of any difference of meaning or implication between the text of any provision and any caption or illustration, the text shall control.

3.

Words used in the present tense include the future; words used in the singular include the plural, and the plural the singular.

4.

Unless the context clearly indicates to the contrary, the following conjunctions shall be interpreted as follows:

A.

"And" indicates that all connected items or provisions shall apply.

B.

"Or" indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply singly or in any combination.

C.

"Either...or" indicates that the connected items or provisions shall apply singly but not in combination.

5.

The word "used" shall include arranged, designed, constructed, altered, converted, rented, leased, occupied, or intended to be utilized.

6.

References in the masculine and feminine genders are interchangeable.