The following rules shall apply for construing
or interpreting the terms and provisions of this chapter:
A. In the event of any conflict in limitations, requirements,
or standards contained in this chapter applying to an individual use
or structure, the more restrictive provision shall apply.
B. In the event of a conflict between the text of this
chapter and any caption, figure, illustration, table, or map contained
herein, the text shall control.
C. The words "shall," "must" and "will" are mandatory
in nature, establishing an obligation or duty to comply with the particular
provision. The word "may" is permissive in nature. Words used in the
present tense include the future tense. Words used in the singular
number include the plural number, and the plural number includes the
singular number, unless the context of the particular usage clearly
indicates otherwise. Words used in the masculine gender include the
feminine gender.
D. Any distance figure stated in this chapter shall be
measured as including any intervening streets, alleys, and other public
rights-of-way.
Notwithstanding any other provisions set forth
above, amendments to correct typographical or drafting errors in the
text of this chapter or on the Zoning Map may be adopted by the Village
Board at a regular meeting without the posting or personal delivery
of prior notice and without a public hearing.
No vacant land shall be used or occupied, and
no structure erected or structurally altered shall be used or changed
in use, until a certificate of occupancy shall have been issued by
the Building Inspector stating that the structure or the proposed
use thereof complies with the provisions of this chapter. A certificate
of occupancy, either for the whole or part of a building, shall be
applied for coincident with the application for a building permit
and shall be issued within 10 days after the erection or structural
alteration of such building or part shall have been completed in conformity
with the provisions of this chapter. A record of all certificates
shall be kept on file in the office of the Building Inspector and
copies shall be furnished, on request, to any person having a proprietary
or tenancy interest in the building affected. No permit for excavation
for or erection of any building or part of a building, or for repairs
to or alterations of a building, shall be issued until after a statement
of its intended use has been filed by the applicant.
Notice of a public meeting shall be accomplished
by posting in three public places. The notice shall satisfy the following
requirements:
A. Notice of a public meeting shall be provided at least
24 hours prior to the meeting.
B. Notice shall be provided to any media who have filed
a written request.
C. A separate notice shall be provided for each meeting.
D. Notice shall specify the time, date, place, and subject
matter of the meeting, any contemplated closed session, and intent
to reconvene in open session within 12 hours after completion of closed
session. The notice shall describe issues on the agenda in enough
detail to allow them to be identified by those likely to be affected
by any decision.