339 DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS Rules of Interpretation 23 Chapter Franklin Zoning Ordinance Effective January 1, 2023 23.1 Rules of Interpretation 23.1.1 General Meaning of Words and Terms A. All words and terms used have their commonly accepted and ordinary meaning unless they are specifically defined in this Ordinance or the context in which they are used clearly indicates otherwise. Technical words and phrases that may have acquired a specialized and appropriate meaning in law shall be construed and understood according to such meaning. B. When a specific Section of this Ordinance gives a different meaning than the general definition provided in this Chapter, the meaning and application of the term in the specific Section shall control. 23.1.2 Graphics, Illustrations, Photographs, and Flowcharts The graphics, illustrations, photographs, and flowcharts used to visually explain certain provisions of this Ordinance are for illustrative purposes only. Where there is a conflict between a graphic, illustration, photograph, or flowchart and the text of this Ordinance, the text of this Ordinance controls. 23.1.3 List and Examples Unless otherwise specifically indicated, lists of items or examples that use terms such as “for example,” “including,” and “such as,” or similar language are intended to provide examples and are not exhaustive lists of all possibilities. 23.1.4 Computation of Time The time in which an act is to be done shall be computed by excluding the first day and including the last day. If a deadline or required date of action falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday observed by the City, the deadline or required date of action shall be the next business day observed by the City. References to days are calendar days unless otherwise stated. 23.1.5 References to Other Regulations and Publications Whenever a reference is made to a State or Federal statute, it shall be construed as a reference to its most recently amended version, unless otherwise specifically stated. Whenever a reference is made to another ordinance, code, regulation, plan, or document, it shall be construed as a reference to the latest adopted version; however, where the City has adopted a specific version, the specific version shall be applicable. 23.1.6 Delegation of Authority Any act authorized by this Ordinance to be carried out by a specific official of the City may be carried out by a professional-level designee of such official. 23.1.7 Public Officials, Departments, Review Bodies, and Agencies All public officials, departments, review bodies, and agencies to which references are made are those of the City of Franklin, unless otherwise indicated. 23.1.8 Mandatory and Discretionary Terms The words “shall,” “must,” “comply,” and “will” are mandatory in nature, establishing an obligation or duty to comply with a particular requirement or provision. The words “may” and “should” are permissive in nature. 23.1.9 Conjunctions Unless the context clearly suggests the contrary, conjunctions shall be interpreted as follows:
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