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Generally. In the interpretation and application of this code, all provisions shall be construed so the true intent and meaning of this code is carried out.
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Minimum requirements. The interpretation and application of any provision of this code shall be held to be the minimum requirement adopted for the promotion of the public health, safety, and general welfare and not be deemed a limitation or repeal of any other powers granted by state statute.
In the event a question arises concerning any provision or the application of any provision of this code, interpretations shall be issued by the Town Board upon recommendation of the Planning Commission.
If a provision in this code states that an elected official, department supervisor, or some other employee is to perform some act, such individual may designate, delegate, or authorize a subordinate to perform the act unless state law or the provision clearly specifies otherwise.
More specific provisions of this code shall be followed in lieu of more general provisions that may be more lenient than or in conflict with the more specific provision.
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Purpose. Graphics, illustrations, headings, references, statutory citations, and commentary notes may be included to improve the readability of this code and increase reader comprehension. Specifically, graphics and illustrations are included to help the reader visualize the meaning of the text. Headings and subheadings generally state the content of that section and are intended to help the reader quickly find information. References and statutory citations are included when the section is related to a state or local law or another section in this code. These are included to help the reader understand the relationship among various provisions. Commentary notes are included to supplement and/or further clarify a sentence or provision.
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Interpretation. A graphic, illustration, heading, reference, statutory citation, or commentary note shall not govern, limit, modify, or in any manner affect the scope, meaning, or intent of any provision.
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Effect of deficiency. Because the text controls, no provision shall be held invalid by reason of any deficiency in any graphic, illustration, heading, reference, statutory citation, or commentary note.
In the construction of this code, the following shall be observed, unless such construction would be inconsistent with the text or with the manifest intent of this code:
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Gender. Words of the masculine gender include the feminine and neuter, and vice versa.
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Singular and plural words. Words in the singular include the plural, and words in the plural include the singular.
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Tense. Words in the present tense include the past and future tense, and the future tense includes the present tense.
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"Must," "shall" and "will." The words "must," "shall" and "will" imply a mandatory condition.
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"May" or "should." The words "may" and "should" imply a permissive condition.
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"Includes" or "including." The word "includes" or "including" shall not limit a provision to the specific example(s) listed but is intended to extend its meaning to all other instances or circumstances of like kind or character.
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"Such as." The phrase "such as" shall not limit a provision to the specific example(s) listed but is intended to extend its meaning to all other instances or circumstances of like kind or character.
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Conjunctions. When used at the end of a series, the word "and" indicates that all listed items apply. When the word "or" is used at the end of a series, it indicates that one or more of the listed items apply.
When a time period is specified in this code, the first day of the period shall be the first day after the event that triggered the time clock to start. If the last day of the time period is a Saturday, Sunday, or a legal holiday, that day shall be excluded and the time period shall be extended to the next business day.