## 1690.1. Rules of Construction

(a) The following rules of construction apply to this Article:

1. Where the context requires, the singular includes the plural and the plural includes the singular.

2. The use of “and” in a conjunctive provision means that all elements in the provision must be complied with or must exist in order to make the provision applicable. “Or” (rather than “and/or”) is used where compliance with one or more elements suffices, or where the existence of one or more elements makes the provision applicable.

3. “Shall” is mandatory and “may” is permissive.

Credits

Note: Authority cited: Sections 25213, 25218, 25402(f) and 25402.11, Public Resources Code. Reference: Sections 25216.5(d), 25402(f) and 25402.11, Public Resources Code.

History

1. New section filed 2-20-2024; operative 4-1-2024 (Register 2024, No. 8).

This database is current through 11/22/24 Register 2024, No. 47.

Cal. Admin. Code tit. 20, § 1690.1, 20 CA ADC § 1690.1