A-2. - Word usage.

In the interpretation of this ordinance, the provisions and rules of this appendix A shall be observed and applied, except when the context clearly requires otherwise:

1.

Words used or defined in one tense or form shall include other tenses and derivative forms.

2.

Words in the singular number shall include the plural number, and words in the plural number shall include the singular number.

3.

The masculine gender shall include the feminine, and the feminine gender shall include the masculine.

4.

The word "shall" is mandatory.

5.

The word "may" is permissive.

6.

The word "person" includes individuals, firms, corporations, associations, trusts and any other similar entities.

7.

The phrase "County of Lee" refers collectively to Lee County, the City of Sanford, and the Town of Broadway.

8.

The word "city" shall refer to the City of Sanford.

9.

The word "town" shall refer to the Town of Broadway.

10.

The word "board" shall mean the board of adjustment.

11.

The words "planning commission" shall mean the County of Lee Planning Commission.

12.

The words "recorder" and "recorder of deeds" shall mean the county register of deeds.

13.

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

14.

All provisions of this ordinance shall be construed to be in addition to all other applicable laws, ordinances and rules of the federal government, the State of North Carolina or the County of Lee; and in case of any conflict between this ordinance and any such other law, ordinance or rule, the more restrictive shall prevail.

15.

The words "include" and "including" mean include or including by way of illustration and not by way of limitation.

16.

The word "days" refers to calendar days unless otherwise provided. "Working" days means days other than Saturday, Sunday, and legal holidays.

(Ord. of 9-19-2005)