FINAL ORDINANCE NO. 2012-062 - Laserfiche WebLink

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In the construction of this zoning ordinance, the following rules shall be observed and applied, except where the context clearly indicates otherwise: H. The present tense shall include the future. I. The singular number shall include the plural, and the plural the singular. J. The word "shall" is mandatory, and not discretionary. K. The word "may" is permissive. L. The word "should" is advisory. M. The word "building" includes the word "structure." N. The words "used for" shall include the phrases "arranged for," "designed for," "intended for," "maintained for," and "occupied for." 0. The word "lot" shall mean "zoning lot" unless otherwise specified in this ordinance. P. The words "lot," "parcel," or "premises" may be used interchangeably. Q. All stated and measured distances shall be taken to the nearest integral foot. If a fraction is one-half (1/2) foot or less, the integral foot next below shall be taken. S154.011 General Definitions Unless specifically defined in this chapter, common definitions, words and phrases used in this chapter shall be interpreted as to give them the same meaning as they have in common usage throughout this code and are found in § 11.01. S154.012 Zoning Use Types and Classifications A. Rules of Interpretation for Zoning Use Types and Classifications 1. Purpose of Use Types. The purpose of the Use Types is to establish a classification system for land uses and a consistent set of terms defining uses permitted within various zoning districts. The Use Types section also facilitates the process of determining the applicable use type of any activity not clearly within any defined use type. 2. Interpretation. In the event of any question as to the appropriate use type of any existing or proposed use or activity, the Planning Director shall have the authority to determine the appropriate use type. In making such a determination, the Planning Director shall consider the operational and physical characteristics of the use in question and shall consider the classification contained in the most recent edition of the Standard Industrial Classification Manual published by the U.S. Office of Management and Budget. In addition, the Planning Director shall consider the specific requirements of the use in common with those included as examples of Use Types. Those examples, when included in use type descriptions, are intended to be illustrative, as opposed to exclusive lists. The Planning Director may also determine that a proposed use or activity is sufficiently different from any use type listed below and will require an amendment to the text of this ordinance. 3. Determinations in Writing. The Planning director shall make such determinations of appropriate Use Types in writing, which shall include an explanation of the reasons for the determination. 4. Appeal. A determination of the Planning Director may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment pursuant to the procedures for administrative appeals outlined in 531.10. B. Use Types and Classifications. 1. Residential and Related Uses a. Family Living