The language of the Zoning Law must be read literally. Regulations
are no more or less strict than stated. Words defined in Article 70
(General Terms) have the specific meaning assigned, unless the context
expressly indicates another meaning. Words that are not defined in
Article 70 have the meaning given in the latest edition of Merriam-Webster's
Unabridged Dictionary.
Unless the context otherwise clearly indicates, conjunctions
have the following meanings:
A. "And" indicates that all connected items or provisions
apply; and
B. "Or" indicates that the connected items or provisions may
apply singularly or in combination.
The following rules apply to factional number unless otherwise
expressly stated.
A. Minimum requirements. When a regulation is expressed in
terms of a minimum requirement, any fractional result of 0.5 or more
must be rounded up to the next consecutive whole number. For example,
if a minimum requirement calling for one tree to be provided for every
30 linear feet of frontage is applied to a fifty-foot dimension, the
resulting fraction of 1.67 is rounded up to two required trees.
B. Maximum limits. When a regulation is expressed in terms
of maximum limits, any fractional result will be rounded down to the
next lower whole number. For example, if a maximum limit of one dwelling
unit for every 5,000 square feet is applied to a 12,500-square-foot
lot, the resulting fraction of 2.5 is rounded down to two permitted
dwelling units.
Headings and illustrations are provided for convenience and
reference only and do not define or limit the scope of any provision
of this Zoning Law. In case of any difference of meaning or implication
between the text of this Zoning Law and any heading, drawing, table,
figure, or illustration, the text controls.
All references to other Village, county, state, or federal laws
and regulations in the Zoning Law refer to the most current version
and citation for those regulations, unless expressly indicated otherwise.
When the referenced regulations have been repealed and not replaced
by other regulations, zoning law requirements for compliance are no
longer in effect.
Unless otherwise expressly indicated, lists of items or examples
that use "including," "such as," or similar terms are intended to
provide examples only. They are not to be construed as exhaustive
lists of all possibilities.
Whenever a provision appears requiring the head of a department
or another officer or employee of the Village to perform an act or
duty, that provision will be construed as authorizing the department
head or officer to delegate that responsibility to others over whom
they have authority. Delegation of authority is not allowed when the
provisions of this Zoning Law expressly prohibit such a delegation.
All employees, public officials, bodies, and agencies to which
references are made are those of the Village of Shortsville unless
otherwise expressly stated.