The purpose of this chapter is to specify the authority and
procedures for clarification of ambiguity in the regulations of this
title in order to ensure the consistent interpretation and application
of the title.
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The planning director shall have the authority and responsibility
to interpret terms, provisions, and requirements of this code and
according to the following:
A. Abbreviations.
The following phrases, personnel, and document titles are shortened
in this code:
1. City
of Rancho Cucamonga = City.
2. Planning
director = Director.
4. Planning
department = Department.
B. Terminology.
The following rules apply to all provisions in this code:
1. Language.
The words "shall," "will," "is to," and "are to" and similar words
and phrases are always mandatory. "Should" is not mandatory but is
strongly recommended, and "may" is permissive.
2. Tense
and number. The present tense includes the past and future tense,
and the future tense includes the present. The singular number includes
the plural, and plural numbers include the singular unless the natural
construction of the word indicates otherwise.
3. Conjunctions.
"And" indicates that all connected items or provisions shall apply.
"Or" indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply singly
or in any combination. "Either…or" indicates that the connected
items and provisions shall apply singly but not in combination. "Includes"
and "including" shall mean "including but not limited to."
C. Number
of days. Whenever a number of days is specified in this code, or in
any entitlement, condition of approval, or notice issued or given
as provided in this code, the number of days shall be construed as
calendar days, unless business days are specified. Time limits will
extend to the following business day where the last of the specified
number of days falls on a day that the city is not open for business.
D. Minimum
requirements. All provisions of this code are considered to be minimum
requirements, unless specifically stated otherwise.
E. Calculations;
rounding. Where any provision of this code requires calculation to
determine applicable requirements, any fractional/decimal results
of the calculation shall be rounded to the nearest whole number (0.5
or more is rounded up, less than 0.5 is rounded down).
F. Zoning
regulations. Any list of any item, including zones or uses, is exclusive.
If a use or other item is not listed, it is not permitted unless the
use is determined to be similar to a listed use or use category.
G. Zone
boundaries. Where uncertainty exists with respect to the boundaries
of the various zones as shown on the zoning map, the provisions of
section 17.14.060(C)(1) (Referral to Planning Commission) shall apply.
H. Consistency
of text and diagrams. Diagrams are provided within this code to illustrate
the requirements of the zoning code's text. In the event of conflict
between the text of this code and provided diagrams, the text shall
determine the city's regulations.
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Wherever conflict occurs between the provisions of this title and any other provision of law, the more restrictive of any such provisions shall apply, except as provided in section
17.02.020(G) (Conflicting Requirements).
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