Chapter 17.06 — RULES AND INTERPRETATION

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. (Ord. No. 1000 § 4, 2022)

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.

  3. City council = Council.

  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.

• (Ord. No. 1000 § 4, 2022)

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). (Ord. No. 1000 § 4, 2022)