§ 13-1-13. Word Usage.

(a)

The interpretation of this Chapter shall abide by the provisions and rules of this Section, except where the context clearly requires otherwise, or where the result would clearly be inconsistent with the manifest intent of this Chapter.

(b)

Words used or defined in one tense or form shall include other tenses and derivative forms.

(c)

Words in the singular number shall include the plural number, and words in the plural number shall include the single number.

(d)

The masculine gender shall include the feminine, and vice versa.

(e)

The words "shall", "must" and "will" are mandatory.

(f)

The words "may", "can" and "might" are permissive.

(g)

The word "person" includes individuals, firms, corporations, partnerships, associations, trusts, and any other similar entities.

(h)

The word "City" shall mean the City of Verona, Wisconsin.

(i)

The word "County" shall mean the County of Dane, Wisconsin.

(j)

The word "State" shall mean the State of Wisconsin.

(k)

The word "Commission" shall mean the City of Verona Plan Commission.

(l)

The words "Council", "City Council", and "Common Council" shall refer to the City of Verona Common Council.

(m)

The word "Board" shall mean the City of Verona Board of Zoning Appeals.

(n)

If there is any ambiguity between the text of this Chapter and any caption, illustration, or table, the text shall control.