§ 1.03.01. Generally

A.

In construction and interpretation of the language of these regulations, the rules established in this Chapter shall be observed unless such construction would be inconsistent with the manifest intent of the BCC as expressed in the Collier County GMP.

B.

The rules of construction and definitions established herein shall not be applied to any express provisions excluding such construction, or where the subject matter or context of such section is repugnant thereto. These rules of construction apply to this LDC and to any laws, codes and rules adopted by reference that do not have specific rules of construction. If any law, code or rule, now or hereafter, adopted herein by reference has specific rules of construction, those rules of construction shall supersede the rules of construction contained in this Chapter to the extent of any inconsistency or conflict with this Chapter.

C.

All provisions, terms, phrases and expressions contained in these regulations shall be liberally construed in order that the true intent and meaning of the BCC may be fully carried out. Terms used in these regulations, unless otherwise specifically provided, shall have the meanings prescribed by the statutes of this State for the same terms.

D.

In the interpretation and application of any provision of these regulations, it shall be held to be the minimum requirement adopted for the promotion of the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare. Where any provision of these regulations, the GMP, or any other law or regulation in effect in Collier County, Florida, imposes greater restrictions upon the subject matter than any other provision of these regulations, the GMP, or any other law or regulation in effect in Collier County, Florida, the provision imposing the greater restriction or regulation shall be deemed to be controlling.

E.

In all circumstances, the provisions of these regulations shall be interpreted and construed to be consistent with the GMP. Where any provision(s) of these regulations are determined to be in conflict with the GMP, the GMP shall control.