§ 36.02.050. Interpretations.

A.

Authority to interpret. The agricultural commissioner shall have the authority to interpret the provisions of this chapter. Whenever the agricultural commissioner determines that the meaning or applicability of any requirement of this chapter is subject to interpretation, the agricultural commissioner may issue an official written interpretation. The agricultural commissioner may also refer any issue of interpretation to the board of supervisors for determination.

B.

Language. When used in this chapter, the words "shall," "must," "will," "is to," and "are to" are always mandatory. "Should" is not mandatory but is strongly recommended; and "may" is permissive. The present tense includes the past and future tenses; and the future tense includes the present. The singular number includes the plural number, and the plural the singular, unless the natural construction of the word indicates otherwise. The words "include," "includes," and "including" shall mean "including but not limited to."

C.

Time limits. Whenever a number of days is specified in this chapter, or in any permit, condition of approval, or notice provided in compliance with this chapter, the number of days shall be construed as calendar days, unless business days are specified. A time limit shall extend to 5:00 p.m. on the following business day where the last of the specified number of days falls on a weekend, county-observed holiday, or other day the county is not open for business.

D.

State or federal law requirements. Where this chapter references applicable provisions of state or federal law, the reference shall be construed to be to the applicable state or federal law provisions as they may be amended from time to time.

(Ord. No. 6219 , § II(Exh. B), 12-19-2017)