§ 45-20. Definitions—Generally.  


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  • For the purpose of this chapter, certain words or phrases shall have meanings that either vary somewhat from their customary dictionary meanings or are intended to be interpreted to have a specific meaning. Words used in the present tense in this chapter include the future tense. Words in the singular number include the plural number; words in the plural number include the singular number. The word "he" includes the word "she." The word "shall" is mandatory, the word "should" is advisory, and the word "may" is permissive. Any words not defined in this section shall be presumed to have their customary dictionary definitions.

(Ord. No. 599, § 1(11-22), 5-6-97)