The purpose of the definitions provided below is to define those words and terms that have a specialized meaning and/or may be used in an unfamiliar way for the purposes of this title. In addition, the following definitions, where deemed necessary, include examples or clarifications that will assist in the understanding of the terms and in the application and enforcement of the zoning code. The following definitions shall pertain to the regulations, processes, and standards contained within this Title only. Definitions found in other adopted titles, ordinances, resolutions, codes, and/or regulations shall be subordinate in meaning to the definitions contained herein in applying the provisions of this title.

For the purposes of this title, certain words are defined as follows: Words in the present tense include the future tense; words in the singular shall include the plural; the word "shall" is mandatory; the word "should" indicates that which is recommended but not required; the word "may" is permissive. All words in this Title shall have their plain and ordinary meaning unless otherwise defined herein below.

(Ord. 5180 Sec. 1, 2007)

Academy means a school for a special field of study such as dance, art and martial arts.

(Ord. 5180 Sec. 1, 2007)