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Chapter 38 — ZONING ORDINANCE›Part I — General Provisions›Article 3

Sec. 38-10. Rules for Construction of Language.

Monterey Zoning Code · 2026-07 edition · updated 2026-09-10 · Monterey

In addition to the General Provisions in Chapter 1 of the Monterey City Code, the following rules of construction shall apply:

  • A. The particular shall control the general.

The Monterey City Code is current through Ordinance 3716, passed February 3, 2026.

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Ch. 38 Zoning Ordinance | Monterey City Code

  • B. Unless the context clearly indicates the contrary, the following conjunctions shall be interpreted as follows:

    1. “And” indicates that all connected words or provisions shall apply.

    2. “Or” indicates that the connected words or provisions may apply singly or in any combination.

    3. “Either . . . or” indicates that the connected words or provisions shall apply singly but not in combination.

  • C. In case of conflict between the text and a diagram, the text shall control.

  • D. All references to departments, commissions, boards, or other public agencies are to those of the City of Monterey, unless otherwise indicated.

E. All references to public officials are to those of the City of Monterey, and include designated deputies of such officials, unless otherwise indicated.

F. All references to days are to calendar days unless otherwise indicated. If a deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, it shall be extended to the next working day.

  • G. Article and section headings contained herein shall not be deemed to govern, limit, modify or in any manner affect the scope, meaning or intent of any section hereof.

  • H. The words “activities” and “facilities” include any part thereof.

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▸Contents — Monterey Zoning Code
Monterey Zoning Code
  1. ▸Chapter 38 — ZONING ORDINANCE
    Overview
    1. Part I — General Provisions
    2. Part IV — Regulations Applying in All Districts
    3. Part V — Administration
    4. ▸Part I — General Provisions
      Overview
      1. Article 1
      2. Article 2
      3. ▸Article 3
        Overview
        1. Sec. 38-9. Purpose and Applicability.
        2. Sec. 38-10. Rules for Construction of Language.
        3. Sec. 38-11. Definitions.
      4. Article 4
    5. Part II — Base District Regulations
    6. Part III — Overlay District Regulations
    7. Part IV — Regulations Applying in All Districts
    8. Part V — Administration

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