Chapter 16.103 — RULES FOR LANGUAGE AND INTERPRETATION

The purpose of this chapter is to provide precision in interpretation of the zoning regulations.

When interpreting the various portions of the Zoning Code, the following rules shall apply:

A.

The particular controls the general.

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 singularly or in any combination.

3.

"Either . . . or" indicates that the connected words or provisions shall apply singularly but not in combination.

C.

In case of conflict between the text and a diagram or graphic, the text controls.

D.

All references to departments, committees, commissions, boards, or other public agencies are to those of the city of Vallejo, unless otherwise indicated.

E.

All references to public officials are to those of the city of Vallejo, 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, or a day when the offices are closed, it shall be extended to the next working day. The end of a time period shall be the close of business on the last day of the period.

G.

The words "shall," "will," "must" and "is to" are always mandatory and not discretionary. The words "should" or "may" are permissive.

H.

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

I.

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

J.

Chapters 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 chapter.

The director shall make the interpretation for any term or definition not expressly identified in the Zoning Code or provide clarification and determination of these rules.