§ 110-1. Rules of construction.

Standard rules related to the structure and use of these regulations include, but are not limited to, the following:

(1)

The interpretation and application of the provisions of this chapter shall be held to serve as the minimum requirements necessary to promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the city.

(2)

Where there is a conflict between any of the provisions of this chapter, the more restrictive provision shall prevail unless the specific language of the regulations requires a different interpretation.

(3)

Where an amendment to the provisions of this chapter has been adopted by the city council and the adopted amendment conflicts with a preexisting provision found in this chapter, the provision which is more restrictive shall prevail.

(4)

Purpose statements are not regulatory standards but rather descriptions of intent that guide the application, interpretation, and administration of this chapter.

(5)

Figures, graphics, and illustrations, and supporting captions related to such items, are not regulatory standards, but are included to assist in the interpretation of the provisions of this chapter. Where there is an inconsistency between a figure, graphic, and illustration, and supporting captions related to such items, and the written text of a provision herein, the written text shall control unless the specific language of the regulations requires a different interpretation.

(Ord. No. 1802, § 156.001, 3-26-2018)